The band’s name is inspired by a lactating contortionist stripper named Alexis Fire. This caused problems when she discovered that they were using her website name (alexisonfire.com) as their band name, and threatened to sue. However, since she had never trademarked the title nothing became of these threats. In the end, the band decided to change their website’s URL in spite to theonlybandever.com
Alexisonfire’s lyrical topics range from relationship troubles to go-karting. They have two primary vocalists, screaming duties carried out by George Pettit, and singing by Dallas Green, with support from Wade MacNeil.
While their largest fanbase is in their home country of Canada, they also became more popular in other parts of the world, including Japan, Australia, Europe and the US. In the second half of 2010, they toured Australia with Break Even, Europe with Chickenhawk and The Computers and then Canada with Norma Jean and La Dispute.
The band was nominated for "ugliest rock band ever" at the CASBY awards (held by local Toronto radio station) but lost out to another Canadian born band, Sum 41. In 2010 they then won the "Best New Single" Award for their track The Northern.
Members:
* George Pettit - Vocals (2001-present)
* Dallas Green - Guitar and vocals (2001--present)
* Wade MacNeil - Guitar and vocals (2001--present)
* Jordan 'Ratbeard' Hastings - Drums (2005--present)
* Chris Steele - Bass (2001--present)
Former Members:
Jesse Ingelevics - Drums (2001-2005)
Announced on their website on June 14th 2005 that he was leaving the band because he had slowly grown apart from the band, and wanted to spend more time with his family and fiancée. His relationship with Alexisonfire slowly deteriorated, and "keep it on wax" documented this.
Side Projects
* City and Colour - Dallas Green's solo project.
* Black Lungs - A band formed by Wade MacNeil as lead vocalist, originally featuring George Pettit playing bass and Jordan Hastings on drums and Sean McNabb. After a few shows disolved to being Wade's solo project.
* Strange Notes - A project of George's where he interviews people from different bands.
* Cunter - A band where drummer Jordan Hastings plays with some members from Moneen.
*Dead Tired A band formed by George.
*Say Yes A band that Hastings drums in.
*Gallows A band that Wade Macneil is currently the vocalist for.
Discography
* "Math Sheet Demos" (3 Song Demo) - 2001
* "Pink Heart Skull Sampler" (2 Song Demo) - 2002
* "Alexisonfire" (Debut Album) - 2002
* "Brown Heart Skull Sampler" (2 Song Demo) - 2004
* "Watch Out!" (Album) - 2004
* "The Switcheroo Series" (EP, split with Moneen) - 2005
* "Crisis" (Album) - 2006
* "Crisis (Bonus Tracks)" (Two Songs, download only, but appeared on the Japanese Pressing of the album) - 2006
* "Old Crows / Young Cardinals" (Album) - 2009
* "Old Crows / Young Cardinals (Bonus Tracks)" (Two Songs, download only, but appeared on the Japanese Pressing of the album) - 2009
* "iTunes Original" (EP) - 2010
* "Dog's Blood" (EP) - 2010
* "Death Letter" (EP) - 2012
* "Live at Copps" (Live Album/DVD) - 2016
We Are The Sound
Alexisonfire Lyrics
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With lust filled eyes and jagged hearts
Narrow frames and crooked teeth
The whole more valuable than each part
And the grasp you have upon this group
Is as fragile as a pile of ash
They know your lies and weakness
With each open hand you bluntly lash
Oh, these soft legged girls
And hard faced boys
They know no God
They have no voice
So what is this I see?
There is nothing but anger
Burning inside of me
Oh, these soft legged girls (do you wish to feel complete?)
And hard faced boys
(Say you want it, you need it) They know no God
They have no voice
We are the sound
We don't belong
So raise up your hands
And sing along
We are the sound
We don't belong
So raise up your hands
And sing along
Girls with fire in their eyes
Boys with will and aim that's true
Living in a jilted world
Contempt spreads just like the flu
So let's all take some solace
In one thing that we all can trust
Adults can be fucked up, too
Sometimes even more than us
Oh, these soft legged girl (do you wish to feel complete?)
And hard faced boys
(Say you want it, you need it) They know no God
They have no voice
We are the sound
We have no voice
We are the sound
We have no voice
We are the sound
We don't belong
So raise up your hands
And sing along
We are the sound
We don't belong
So raise up your hands
And sing along
And sing along
The lyrics of "We Are The Sound" by Alexisonfire are a reflection of the state of our society where people become estranged from one another and the youth are left to navigate through this desolate landscape. The first verse of the song speaks of how children roam through empty streets with "lust-filled eyes and jagged hearts" and how their "narrow frames and crooked teeth" make them feel less important than the group they hang around with. The lyrics describe a society where the people are lost and simply trying to survive through the day, and where even the adults can be messed up, leaving the youth to find their own way through the darkness.
The chorus of the song seems to encourage the youth to come together, despite feeling like they have no voice and don’t belong. Together, they can raise their hands and sing along, they can be the sound that resonates and echoes through the empty streets. The song emphasizes that it is important to form a community and have a voice, even when it seems like the world doesn't care.
Overall, "We Are The Sound" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that highlights the struggles and isolation felt by the youth in society today, and calls for unity in the face of this adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Children roam these empty streets
Young people wander aimlessly in deserted places
With lust filled eyes and jagged hearts
With desires and hearts that are broken and rough
Narrow frames and crooked teeth
Skinny bodies and misaligned teeth
The whole more valuable than each part
The group is more important than each individual
And the grasp you have upon this group
Your control over this group is weak
Is as fragile as a pile of ash
It's easily broken, like a pile of ashes
They know your lies and weakness
They're aware of your dishonesty and flaws
With each open hand you bluntly lash
Your actions hurt them, even if unintentional
Oh, these soft legged girls
Referring to vulnerable young females
And hard faced boys
Referring to tough young males
They know no God
They don't believe in a higher power
They have no voice
They feel powerless and unheard
So what is this I see?
Questioning what's happening
There is nothing but anger
Feeling nothing but rage
Burning inside of me
Feeling the intense heat of anger within oneself
Girls with fire in their eyes
Females with passion and determination
Boys with will and aim that's true
Males with strong determination and focus
Living in a jilted world
Existing in an unfair and bitter world
Contempt spreads just like the flu
Disrespect is contagious and spreads easily
So let's all take some solace
Finding comfort in something together
In one thing that we all can trust
This one thing is reliable and trustworthy for all of us
Adults can be fucked up, too
Mature individuals can also be flawed
Sometimes even more than us
Sometimes they're even more flawed than the youth
We are the sound
The youth represent a certain noise or rebellion
We don't belong
They don't fit in with societal norms
So raise up your hands
Show some sort of unity or rebellion
And sing along
Join in on something together
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dallas Green, Wade MacNeil, Jordan Hastings, Chris Steele, George Pettit
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