I. All Good Things are an Americana/Bluegrass Duo from Milwaukee, WI. The are: John Petty- vocals, guitar and banjo, and Gina Romantini- violin.
II. All Good Things
Band Members:
Tim Aquilino, Chris Gallerizzo, John Mullaney
Artist Name:
All Good Things
Home Page:
http://www.reverbnation.com/agtband
Active Since:
07/98
Genres:
Rock / Blues / Country Rock
It’s been a while (14 years, give or take) since Chris placed an advertisement in the Washington City Paper calling for seasoned musicians to work on a blues/rock recording project. When I first showed up at his studio, barefoot and hung over from the previous night’s debauchery, I had no idea what lay in store as I began setting up my keyboard. I hadn’t played in several weeks since parting ways with yet another band… my head hurt… and Chris and I did not seem to have very much in common, at least on the surface. I was an engineer who worked for the Department of Defense. Chris would laugh and describe himself as one who “stacked fruit in symmetrical pyramids.” We were soon joined by John (a bass wielding medical technician affectionately referred to as “Moose”), Ray (a shaggy-looking wedding photographer and versatile guitarist), and Jeff (who spoke quietly, but banged the drums). Once we got started, it was immediately obvious to us that we were having too much fun playing music together to care about "cultural differences." And so it began.
While we leisurely recorded some original songs over the next few months, we were visited by a wide variety of musicians and personalities – background vocalists Nancy and Margaret, harmonica players, saxophonists, another drummer who could muster nothing more than a polka beat, a lead guitarist with an unusually large ego, and a chiropractor/guitarist from New Jersey who (as he pulled a joint from his shirt pocket) offered to buy the chair in which he sat for $50. There were other colorful characters, who may have contributed to these songs over the years, but they have gone their separate ways, their names forgotten. After all, a dozen years was a long time to take to record our first album, though it was never really our intention to actually create “an album” – we just enjoyed playing and recording music. Over time, we lost touch with Jeff and John, while we lost Ray (to whom our first album "Just Passing Through" was dedicated) in the summer of 2007. With the deepest of thanks to all our musical brothers and sisters, we decided to pool our collective efforts onto that first album, if for no other reason than to preserve the music that brought us together and helped forge lasting friendships. Chris and I (and sometimes John) have continued to record original tunes and our sophomore effort is due for release in late 2012. We hope you have as much fun listening to it as we did putting it together. It’s all good. _ Tim
Beginning of the End
All Good Things Lyrics
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With a cross on my heart
And smoke on my breath
We are outnumbered but I'm not scared
I am ready to die
Shoot my soul through the sky
Father forgive us for what we may do
Sometimes we lie when we search for the truth
I hear the heroes calling out my name
In Valhalla they wait
Preparing my place
I'll take fire from the edge of the sun
Put the crown on my head
Either way I have won
Father forgive us for what we have done
We have to finish what we have begun
And pray that tomorrow we may see the sun
There's a red dawn over the land
Fate's dealing it's hand
Times ticking to leave
While you still can
Calm before the storm
Pride before the fall
Goodbye to it all
Good luck my friends
This is the beginning
This is the beginning of the end
Blood in my eyes
Dirt on my hands
I got a bulletproof heart
And I'm ready to dance
Blood in my eyes
Dirt on my hands
I got a bulletproof heart
Yeah I'm ready to dance
There's a red dawn over the land
Fate's dealing it's hand
Times ticking to leave
While you still can
Calm before the storm
Pride before the fall
Goodbye to it all
There's a red dawn over the land
Fate's dealing it's hand
Times ticking to leave
While you still can
Calm before the storm
Pride before the fall
Goodbye to it all
Good luck my friends
There's a red dawn over the land
Fate's dealing it's hand
Times ticking to leave
While you still can
Calm before the storm
Pride before the fall
Goodbye to it all
Good luck my friends
This is the beginning of the end
"Beginning of the End" by All Good Things is a powerful song about impending doom and the bravery of those facing it. The lyrics describe a battlefield where the singer stands ready to die and meet his destiny. He expresses regret for what he and his comrades will have to do, but also a determination to finish what they started. He hears the call of the heroes who have gone before him and are waiting for him in Valhalla. He is ready to face whatever fate has in store for him, even if it means his demise. The song ends with a sense of finality and the realization that this is indeed the beginning of the end.
The song's lyrics are open to interpretation, but one possible meaning is that it is about soldiers going to war. The imagery of a battlefield, smoke, and firefight calls to mind a scene of combat. The singer's mention of Valhalla also suggests a Viking or Norse theme, while the references to lying and selling oneself could relate to the moral conflict that soldiers often face when fighting for a cause they may not fully believe in.
The chorus is especially powerful, with its repetition of "There's a red dawn over the land, Fate's dealing its hand." The use of the color red, a symbol of danger and bloodshed, creates a sense of urgency and dread. The singer urges his friends to leave while they still can, knowing that the storm is approaching and the fall is inevitable.
Overall, "Beginning of the End" is a haunting and thought-provoking song that captures the complex emotions of those facing a desperate situation.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm staring into the valley of hell
I am facing a difficult and dangerous situation.
With a cross on my heart
I hold my faith close to me.
And smoke on my breath
I am filled with passion and readiness to fight.
We are outnumbered but I'm not scared
Despite the odds against us, I remain fearless.
I am ready to die
I am willing to sacrifice myself for my cause.
Shoot my soul through the sky
Leave behind a part of me that lives forever.
Father forgive us for what we may do
Asking for forgiveness of sins that we might commit.
Sometimes we lie when we search for the truth
We may distort or ignore the truth to get our way.
We sell who we are cos we don't want to lose
We may compromise our values or identity in order to avoid failure.
I hear the heroes calling out my name
I am inspired by those who have gone before me.
In Valhalla, they wait, preparing my place
I envision myself joining heroically in the afterlife.
I'll take fire from the edge of the sun
I am willing to face the most extreme challenges.
Put the crown on my head, either way I have won
I am determined to succeed, regardless of the outcome.
Father forgive us for what we have done
Asking for forgiveness of sins that we have committed.
We have to finish what we have begun
We must see our plans through to completion.
And pray that tomorrow we may see the sun
Hoping for a positive outcome in the future.
There's a red dawn over the land
The beginning of a violent, tumultuous period.
Fate's dealing it's hand
We have little control over the events to come.
Time's ticking to leave
The time to act is now.
While you still can
Opportunities are fleeting, so take action while they last.
Calm before the storm
A period of unusual quiet before tragedy strikes.
Pride before the fall
Arrogance may lead to failure.
Goodbye to it all
I am prepared to leave everything behind in pursuit of my goals.
Good luck my friends
Wishing the best for those left behind.
This is the beginning of the end
The start of a final, decisive moment.
Blood in my eyes
I am prepared for violence and brutality.
Dirt on my hands
I am a hardened, gritty fighter.
I got a bulletproof heart
My spirit can withstand any physical harm.
And I'm ready to dance
I am poised and prepared to face any challenge.
Writer(s): Elizabeth Hooper
Contributed by Austin M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@AllGoodThingsRock
Who’s here from the epic new “Eve Online” trailer????
@nardast
Ah, I see you were prepared for this
@flether65
My dudes, this was an absolutely amazing track for the trailer and gave me all kinds of goosebumps! Also just an awesome song in general, look forward to checking out your other stuff
@xextinctiongaming
Right here man this song is amazing for this game
@marcgiroux5356
One of the most epic track for a trailler i really like it!
@xextinctiongaming
@Marc Giroux HELL YEAH
@larrypoppins6273
"I'm the hero, you're the sidekick! You didn't sign up for this, I did!"
@thatoneguy5347
If anything, Henry did signed up for this in episode one.
@larrypoppins6273
@JaydenPlayz196 I was quoting a line from the trailer.
@thatoneguy5347
@Dominic Hoover I know, I just found it I really ironic when Ray said he didn't set up for it when he did. That's all