#1.(アンセム) Anthem is a legendary Jap… Read Full Bio ↴There are 8 Artists named Anthem
#1.(アンセム) Anthem is a legendary Japanese heavy metal band founded in Tokyo during 1981 as a quartet of singer Toshihito Maeda, guitarist Akifumi Koyanagi, bass player 柴田直人 (Naoto Shibata) ("Ski") and drummer Takamasa Ohuchi. Koyanagi left in late 1983 to be replaced by Hiroya Fukada. In December 1984 vocalist Toshihito Maeda also left and Anthem drafted 坂本英三 (Eizo Sakamoto) for their debut eponymous album issued in July 1985 by Nexus and licensed to Europe via Roadrunner Records. Their first release was the self-titled "Anthem" album, featuring classics songs like 'Wild Anthem' and 'Warning Action'. The next release, "Tightrope" showcased a more catchy, melodic sound with an improved vocal perfomance by Eizo. "Bound to Break" was to be the last album featuring Eizo Sakamoto for nearly two decades, and was by far his most impressive vocal performance to that point. The album was full of classics (Empty Eyes, Bound to Break, Soldiers) and introduced the band's long-time world-famous Producer, Chris Tsangarides (Perhaps best known for producing Judas Priest's classic 1990 album, 'Painkiller'). With the departure of Eizo in 1988, Naoto recruited Yukio Morikawa to the band's vocal position.
With Yukio came the album Gypsy Ways, considered the band's most enduringly popular album. the voice of Yukio made the band a great success at that time, and he was similar in style, vocal range and ability to Graham Bonnet. In 89, the album "Hunting Time" was released, in which the song "The Juggler" was used as a PV. In the beginning of 90's Anthem dealt with another departure, this time Hiroya Fukuda (guitar) left and was replaced by Hideaki 'Shadow Walker' Nakama which recorded the album "No Smoke Without Fire", this time without the band's staple Producer / Engineer Tsangarides. Hideaki left the band after recording just the one album and the search for a new guitarist began. After many auditions the young Akio Shimizu joined the band. In 1992, the band release "Domestic Booty", one of their best albums, with amazing and technical songs (courtesy of Akio): Venom Strike, Renegade, and The Dice of No Mercy. Unfortunately, classic-style Heavy Metal was out of fashion in the early 90's, and with the explosion of Grunge in the U.S. and the Visual Kei movement in Japanese music, Naoto decided to put an end to the band. The members of Anthem followed the album's release with a very big tour covering many cities of Japan and finally they released the VHS/CD "Last Anthem - Live" recorded at Nissin Power Station, which was to be the band's last show for nearly eight years.
After the long hiatus, Anthem returned in 2000, with the album "Heavy Metal Anthem" which featured the vocalist Graham Bonnet (from Rainbow), the album is entirely composed by classic band songs rearranged to English. The lineup on HMA was: Graham Bonnet (vocals), Naoto Shibata (bass), Akio Shimizu (guitar) and Takamasa Oouchi (drums).
Later, Hirotsugu Homma (who played together briefly with Shibata in Loudness) replaced Takamasa on the drums and Eizo returned to the vocals. In 2001 they released Seven Hills, showcasing an entirely new musical direction for the band, although still firmly rooted in 80's Heavy Metal. In 2002 came "Overload", which is considered by most critics to be much more agressive than Seven Hills. In 2003 the band recorded "Live Melt Down" in Citta Club Kawazaki, with a setlist full of classics and an amazing perfomance by Eizo. 2004 the band release the single "Onslaught" followed by the album "Eternal Warrior" following the sound direction of Overload. In 2005, Anthem celebrates the 20th Year Anniversary with a amazing tour where all the member of the band since 1985 played the band songs in their respective formations. At the final show of this tour was filmed the DVD "20th Anniversary Tour" (again at Club Citta in Kawazaki).
In 2006 Anthem released "Immortal", followed by the single and PV of "Immortal Bind". The most recent output has seen Anthem push even further into the Power Metal-tinged style showcased on 'Domestic Booty' and 'Eternal Warrior' with 2008's "Black Empire". A PV of 'Heat of the Night' was released shortly after the album hit in November, '08 and has thus far garnered even more positive critical reviews than "Immortal".
On Jan 10, 2013, the band announced it was on hiatus after Shibata was diagnosed with stomach cancer. The band said on its home page that the cancer was detected early and it was optimistic it could return to touring in April.
#2. Anthem is a crossover reggae band from Bridgeport, Connecticut. The band's sound is greatly influenced by urban contemporary, pop, and adult contemporary. Anthem's members include some Jamaican immigrants as well as some musicians who were born and raised in the U.S.; Rob Williams (lead vocals), Donald Rose (keyboards), and Courtney “Coozie” Mellers (guitar) are among the members who were born in Jamaica. Anthem includes more than one member of the Mellers family; Carey Mellers (keyboards) and Jermaine Mellers (bass) are nephews of reggae producer Courtney Mellers. One of Anthem’s U.S.-born members is Leslie Ming (drums), a veteran session player who was also a former member of the disco band B.T. Express. In 2003, Anthem signed with jazz label Mack Avenue Records and recorded Are You Ready?, which was produced by Eric Schilling. Are You Ready? was released in February 2004. http://www.anthemband.com/
#3. Female Fronted Classic Rock band whose debut album Cuttin' Thru' was released in 1981. It suffered from poor production but was later re-recorded/remastered in 1999 and released as Cuttin' Thru' II.
#4.Hardcore band from New Haven, CT, USA. Anthem was previously called Breaking Point back in 2000 when they started writing songs and played their first show in June of 2001 with CTHC bands Forthright, Dead Wrong, and Your Mistake. They self released two demos: Demo 2001 and Demo 2002 (Bitter Hearts and Blackened Starts). Breaking Point changed their name to Anthem in late 2001 to avoid confusion with a nu-metal band of the same name. Anthem broke up in May 2002, citing differences between band members as the reason. Dan Sullivan, the guitarist, now plays guitar in Living Hell. Mike Hall, the second drummer, went on to drum for Verse for a few years.
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Dio-tribute band from Norway.
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Psych rock band from the USA. One and only album from 1970: Anthem (Buddah Records BDS 5071)
#7 NYC based rapper who recently released his first single, "Yellow Cab" from his upcoming album, Almost There. He is signed to upstart indie hip-hop label Amoeba Music group. "Yellow Cab" is an ode to New York nightlife and has been a buzzing on the club scene. Almost There is being released in August.
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#8. Martial industrial from France.
Are You Ready
Anthem Lyrics
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Don't like your tilted stage
The role you made me play, of the fool
No, I don't like you
I don't like your perfect crime
How you laugh when you lie
You said the gun was mine, isn't cool
I see how this is gonn' go
Touch me you'll never be alone
I, I'll embrace, the lights down low
No one has to know, oh
Look what you made me do
Look what you made me do
Look what you just made me do
Look what you just made me, oh
Look what you made me do
Look what you made me do
Look what you just made me do
Look what you just made me do
Knew she was a killer first
Time that I saw her
Wonder how many guys she had
Loved and left haunted
But if she's a ghost, then I can be a phantom
Holding her for ransom
Some girls are trying too hard
She don't try at all though
Younger than my exes but she
Act like such a pro, so
I see nothing better, I'll keep her forever
Like a vendetta, ah
But I got smarter
I got harder in the nick of time
Honey, I rose up from the dead
I do it all the time
I've got a list of names and yours is in red
Underlined no one has to know
In the middle of the night, in my dreams
You should see the things we do, baby, ooh
In the middle of the night, in my dreams
I know I'm gonna be with you
So I'll take my time are you ready for it?
Baby, let the games begin
Let the games begin let the games begin
Are you ready for it?
I'll trust nobody and nobody trusts me
I'll be the actor starring in your bad dreams
Baby, let the games begin
Let the games begin let the games begin
I, I, I see how this is gonna go
Touch me, you'll never be alone
I, I'll embrace, the lights down low
No one has to know
In the middle of the night, in my dreams
You should see the things we do, baby
Look what you made me do
Look what you made me do
Look what you just made me do
Look what you just made me do
So I'll take my time are you ready for it?
The lyrics to Anthem's song "ARE YOU READY?" have a strong and confrontational tone, suggesting a sense of defiance and empowerment. The lyrics seem to be addressing someone who has played games, manipulated, and deceived the singer. The repeated phrase "Look what you made me do" emphasizes the idea that the singer has been pushed to a breaking point and is now ready to take control and seek revenge.
The song opens by expressing the singer's dissatisfaction with the other person's behavior. They reject the games and manipulation, indicating that they do not appreciate being made a fool of. The reference to the tilted stage could symbolize the other person's distorted perspective or deceitful actions.
The lyrics then delve into the singer's determination to overcome the situation. They assert that they will not be alone and will find solace in the darkness. This suggests that they have found inner strength and are ready to face the consequences of their actions. The phrase "no one has to know" alludes to their intention to handle matters discreetly and privately.
The second part of the song introduces a new character - a woman who is described as a killer. The singer acknowledges her past behaviors of loving and leaving others with a sense of haunting. However, they position themselves as someone who can be just as impactful, suggesting a power struggle between these two strong personalities.
The lyrics further reveal that the singer is no longer naive or easily manipulated. They have become smarter and more resilient. The reference to rising from the dead and having a list of names, with the other person's name being underlined in red, hints at seeking revenge or justice. The metaphor of being a phantom holding the woman for ransom suggests that the singer has the upper hand and will exert control.
Towards the end of the song, the lyrics emphasize the idea of games and mistrust. The singer asserts that they do not trust anyone and nobody trusts them in return. This highlights a sense of isolation and caution. They also reference themselves as the actor in the other person's nightmares, perhaps symbolizing their desire to haunt and torment them.
In the final lines, the lyrics return to the idea of secrecy and intimate dreams shared between the singer and the person they address. This suggests a complex dynamic between attraction, affection, and revenge. The repeated question "are you ready for it?" implies a challenge, as if daring the other person to face the consequences of their actions.
Overall, "ARE YOU READY?" portrays a story of empowerment and resilience in the face of manipulation and deceit. It explores themes of revenge, independence, and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't like your little games
I am not fond of the manipulative tactics you employ
Don't like your tilted stage
I dislike the distorted image you present to the world
The role you made me play, of the fool
You have cast me as a foolish character in your narrative
No, I don't like you
Simply put, I do not have positive feelings towards you
I don't like your perfect crime
I am not fond of your flawless deception
How you laugh when you lie
The way you find humor in your dishonesty is disconcerting
You said the gun was mine, isn't cool
You cunningly claimed that I was responsible for something, which is not admirable
I see how this is gonn' go
I comprehend the direction this situation is heading in
Touch me you'll never be alone
If you choose to engage with me, you won't experience isolation
I, I'll embrace, the lights down low
I will eagerly accept the intimacy we share in a more private setting
No one has to know, oh
It can remain our secret, concealed from others
Look what you made me do
Observe the actions I have resorted to because of your influence
Knew she was a killer first
I had an intuition that she possessed destructive qualities from the start
Time that I saw her
From the moment I laid eyes on her
Wonder how many guys she had
I contemplate the number of men she has been involved with
Loved and left haunted
They were left emotionally scarred after she departed
But if she's a ghost, then I can be a phantom
If she represents a haunting presence, then I can embody an elusive figure
Holding her for ransom
I will maintain control over her as if she was a hostage
Some girls are trying too hard
Certain females are putting excessive effort into their actions
She don't try at all though
However, she exudes an effortless demeanor
Younger than my exes but she
Despite being younger than my past partners, she
Act like such a pro, so
Behaves with the expertise of a seasoned individual
I see nothing better, I'll keep her forever
I view her as the best option and intend to maintain a long-lasting connection
Like a vendetta, ah
Similar to the pursuit of vengeance, a personal vendetta
But I got smarter
I became more intelligent and astute
I got harder in the nick of time
I toughened up just in time
Honey, I rose up from the dead
My dear, I figuratively emerged alive after enduring a demise
I do it all the time
It is a frequent occurrence for me
I've got a list of names and yours is in red
I possess a compilation of names, and yours is associated with negative connotations
Underlined no one has to know
Highlighted in such a way that it can remain a secret
In the middle of the night, in my dreams
During the nocturnal hours, within the realm of my subconscious
You should see the things we do, baby, ooh
You would be astounded by the activities we engage in, darling
I know I'm gonna be with you
I have a strong belief that I will be in your company
So I'll take my time are you ready for it?
Therefore, I will proceed at my own pace, are you prepared for this?
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