Ben Harper (originally in Yellowcard) joined Amber Pacific in 2006 and joined the recording of their 3rd studio album (Truth In Sincerity). Recording started on October 16, and Harper left the band before the end of the year.
At 4:30 AM on February 28, 2007 Amber Pacific stated on their MySpace blog that the new CD is finished. The singles released from Truth In Sincerity are titled “You’re Only Young Once” and “Fall Back into My Life” which appears on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles soundtrack. Truth In Sincerity was released on May 22, 2007.
On February 9, 2011 it was announced that Jesse would no longer be with the group; Matt Young would be rejoining the band as lead singer. Six days later, Greg Strong announced via Facebook that he would be leaving the band; Will Nutter confirmed shortly after that Matt's return was the reason for Greg's departure.
Former Members:
Jesse Cottam - vocals (2008-2011)
Greg Strong - bass (2003-2011)
Matt Young - vocals (2002-2008)
Ben Harper - guitar (2006)
Justin Westcott - guitar (2002–2005)
Blake Evans - drums (2002–2004)
Tyler Peerson - bass (2002–2003)
Thomas Jefferson - viola/banjo (2002-2003)
Video Killed The Radio Star
Amber Pacific Lyrics
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Lying awake intent at tuning in on you.
If I was young it didn't stop you coming through.
Oh-a oh
They took the credit for your second symphony.
Rewritten by machine and new technology,
Oh-a oh
I met your children
Oh-a oh
What did you tell them?
Video killed the radio star.
Video killed the radio star.
Pictures came and broke your heart.
Oh-a-a-a oh
And now we meet in an abandoned studio.
We hear the playback and it seems so long ago.
And you remember the jingles used to go.
Oh-a oh
You were the first one.
Oh-a oh
You were the last one.
Video killed the radio star.
Video killed the radio star.
In my mind and in my car,
We can't rewind we've gone to far
Radio star
You are my radio star,
You are my radio star,
You are my radio star,
Video killed the radio star.
You are my radio star,
Video killed the radio star
(you are my radio star)
Video killed the radio star
Video killed the radio star
Pictures came and broke your heart, put the blame on VcR.
In my mind and in my car, we can't rewind we've gone to far.
You are a radio star.
You are a radio star.
Video killed the radio star.
Video killed the radio star.
Video killed the radio star.
Video killed the radio star.
Video killed the radio star. (You are a radio star.)
The song "Video Killed The Radio Star" by Amber Pacific is a cover version of a song originally recorded by the Buggles. The song talks about the impact of television on the fame and success of radio stars in the 1950s, and how new technology and media have transformed the music industry. The first verse describes how the singer used to listen to a radio star in 1952, and how the star's message was powerful enough to capture the attention of young people.
The second verse talks about how video killed the radio star's success, as the music industry transitioned to new media and methods of distribution. The radio star's second symphony was rewritten by machines and new technology, and his or her message was no longer unique or special. The chorus laments the loss of the radio star's influence and mourns the impact of video on the music industry.
The bridge of the song talks about a reunion of sorts where the singer meets the radio star in an abandoned studio. The jingles of the past are remembered and the nostalgia of the moment is palpable. The final verses reiterate the chorus and suggest that video killed the radio star for good, as new technology and media innovations continue to transform the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard you on the wireless back in fifty two
I tuned my radio to listen to you in 1952
Lying awake intent at tuning in on you
I stayed up all night listening to you without being distracted
If I was young it didn't stop you coming through
Although I was young, I still heard your music and voice clearly on the radio
They took the credit for your second symphony
Someone else got credit for your work on Symphony No.2
Rewritten by machine and new technology
The composition was redone with technology
And now I understand the problems you can see
Now I understand the issues you foretold
I met your children
I met your offspring
What did you tell them?
What stories did you share with them?
Video killed the radio star.
Music videos made radio stars obsolete
Pictures came and broke your heart.
TV screens hurt your heart
And now we meet in an abandoned studio.
We meet in a deserted studio
We hear the playback and it seems so long ago.
Listening to your old songs makes them seem ancient
And you remember the jingles used to go.
You recall the melodies of the jingles used to sell products on the radio
You were the first one.
You were the pioneer in your field
You were the last one.
You were the final one to remain as a true radio star
In my mind and in my car,
While driving my car and in my thoughts,
We can't rewind we've gone to far
Unfortunately, we cannot go back to reverse the changes that have happened in the industry
Radio star
The voice on the radio that I aspire to be
You are my radio star,
You are the radio star of my heart
Video killed the radio star.
Music videos made radio stars obsolete
(you are my radio star)
(you hold a special place in my heart as a radio star)
Pictures came and broke your heart, put the blame on VcR.
TV screens hurt your heart so let's blame the video cassette recorder for recording TV shows and movies
You are a radio star.
You are still a radio star even though the era of radio stars is gone
Video killed the radio star.
Music videos made radio stars obsolete
Video killed the radio star.
Music videos made radio stars obsolete
Video killed the radio star.
Music videos made radio stars obsolete
Video killed the radio star. (You are a radio star.)
Music videos made radio stars obsolete, but you remain a radio star in my eyes.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Geoffrey Downes, Trevor Charles Horn, Bruce Woolley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Christian's Pastrana
I heard you on the wireless back in Fifty Two
Lying awake intent at tuning it on you
If I was young it didn't stop you coming through
Oh-a oh
They took the credit for your second symphony
Rewritten by machine and new technology
And now I understand the problems you can see
Oh-a oh
I met your children
Oh-a oh
What did you tell them?
Video killed the radio star
Video killed the radio star
Pictures came and broke your heart
And now we meet in an abandoned studio
We hear the playback and it seems so long ago
And you remember the jingles used to go
Oh-a oh
You were the first one
Oh-a oh
You were the last one
Video killed the radio star
Video killed the radio star
In my mind and in my car, we can't rewind we've gone to far
My radio star
You are my radio star
You are my radio star
You are my radio star (video killed the radio star)
You are my radio star (video killed the radio star)
You are my radio star (video killed the radio star)
Video killed the radio star
Pictures came and broke your heart. Put the blame on VCR
In my mind and in my car, we can't rewind we've gone to far
fenicks
My dad hated pop punk (besides Bad Religion, NoFX, Propaghandi and Descendents as well as ska punk), but HE LOVED THIS COVER. Unfortunately, my dad had really bad drug problems, and passed away on May 13, 2018, BUT THANK YOU AMBER PACIFIC AND FEARLESS FOR THIS. REST EASY DADDY 🎈
Jejak Panda
Did ur dad stand for Ian Curtis as well?
Bob Wilkinson Guitar
I didn't realize just how much I needed this in my life
Christian's Pastrana
I heard you on the wireless back in Fifty Two
Lying awake intent at tuning it on you
If I was young it didn't stop you coming through
Oh-a oh
They took the credit for your second symphony
Rewritten by machine and new technology
And now I understand the problems you can see
Oh-a oh
I met your children
Oh-a oh
What did you tell them?
Video killed the radio star
Video killed the radio star
Pictures came and broke your heart
And now we meet in an abandoned studio
We hear the playback and it seems so long ago
And you remember the jingles used to go
Oh-a oh
You were the first one
Oh-a oh
You were the last one
Video killed the radio star
Video killed the radio star
In my mind and in my car, we can't rewind we've gone to far
My radio star
You are my radio star
You are my radio star
You are my radio star (video killed the radio star)
You are my radio star (video killed the radio star)
You are my radio star (video killed the radio star)
Video killed the radio star
Pictures came and broke your heart. Put the blame on VCR
In my mind and in my car, we can't rewind we've gone to far
Danny R
Bringing back those memories of vice city
Phong Trần
yeah, you damn right !
Jeffrey Woofmen
This is actually pretty good but still the OG IS BEST
Danny R
YES!
Veraveve
Danny Richie I used to listen to this song like everytime when I was playing gta vice city
callmegus
This old records with new label. I have this song like 8y ago