#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.
One Life
Anthem Lyrics
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I figured it out from black and white
Seconds and hours
Maybe they had to take some time
I know how it goes
I know how it goes from wrong and right
Silence and sound
Did they ever fight, like us
You and I we don't wanna be like them
We can make it 'til the end
Nothing can come between oh, you and I
Not even the gods above
Can separate the two of us
No, nothing can come between you and I
I figured it out
Saw the mistakes of up and down
Meet in the middle
There's always room for common ground
I see what it's like
I see what it's like for day and night
Never together (Oh)
'Cause they see things in different light
Like us did they never try, like us?
You and I we don't wanna be like them
We can make it 'til the end
No, nothing can come between you and I
Not even the gods above
Can separate the two of us
So I've been waitin' for this time
To come around but baby runnin' after you
Is like chasing the clouds
The story of my life i take her home
I drive all night
To keep her warm and time is frozen
'Cause you and I we don't wanna be like them
(The story of my life)
We can make it 'til the end (Take her home)
And nothing can come between
You and I (Spend her love)
Not even the gods above ('Til she's broke)
Can separate the two of us (oh)
No, nothing can come between you and I
That's the story of
That's the story of my life oh, you and I
That's the story of
That's the story of my life you and I
The lyrics of Anthem's song "One Life" talk about a realization and understanding of a relationship that is unique and different from others. The singer realizes that they have figured out the dynamics of their relationship by observing the contrasting aspects of life, such as black and white, wrong and right, silence and sound. They reflect on how their relationship stands out from others, how they don't want to conform to societal norms, and how nothing can come between them, not even the gods above. The singer acknowledges that there may have been struggles and differences, but they have found common ground and are determined to make it work. They express their unwavering dedication and willingness to overcome any challenges.
The chorus emphasizes the special bond between the singer and their partner, highlighting that they don't want to be like others. It conveys their belief that they can make it through anything until the end and that nothing can separate them, not even divine forces. The last lines mention the concept of chasing after someone, but comparing it to chasing clouds, implying that the singer may have faced difficulties in pursuing this relationship, yet they are willing to overcome any obstacles.
Overall, the lyrics portray a strong sense of devotion, uniqueness, and a willingness to defy societal expectations to maintain a special connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh… i figured it out
I have finally understood
I figured it out from black and white
I learned from contrasting situations
Seconds and hours
Moments and time
Maybe they had to take some time
Perhaps they needed to pause and reflect
I know how it goes
I understand how things work
I know how it goes from wrong and right
I comprehend the difference between good and bad
Silence and sound
Quietness and noise
Did they ever hold each other tight, like us
Did they ever embrace strongly, like we do
Did they ever fight, like us
Did they ever argue, like we do
You and I we don't wanna be like them
We don't desire to be like others
We can make it 'til the end
We have the ability to endure
Nothing can come between oh, you and I
No one or anything can separate us
Not even the gods above
Even divine entities cannot separate us
Can separate the two of us
Can create a division between us
I figured it out
I understood
Saw the mistakes of up and down
Recognized the errors of highs and lows
Meet in the middle
Find a compromise
There's always room for common ground
There is always space for agreement
I see what it's like
I understand the experience
I see what it's like for day and night
I comprehend the contrast between day and night
Never together (Oh)
Never united
'Cause they see things in different light
Because they perceive things differently
Like us did they never try, like us?
Did they never make an effort, like we do
So I've been waitin' for this time
I have been anticipating this moment
To come around but baby runnin' after you
To occur, but pursuing you is challenging
Is like chasing the clouds
Is like attempting the impossible
The story of my life i take her home
My life's narrative involves taking her home
I drive all night
I journey throughout the night
To keep her warm and time is frozen
To provide her warmth while time stands still
'Cause you and I we don't wanna be like them
Because we don't want to resemble others
We can make it 'til the end
We can endure until the end
And nothing can come between
And nothing can create a division
Not even the gods above
Not even divine entities
Can separate the two of us
Can divide us
That's the story of
That's the narrative of
That's the story of my life oh, you and I
That's the account of our lives
That's the story of
That's the narrative of
That's the story of my life you and I
That's the account of our lives
Lyrics © HIPGNOSIS SONGS GROUP, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Julian Collin Bunetta, Jamie Scott Baylin, John Henry Ryan, Niall James Horan, Zain Javadd Malik, Liam James Payne, Harry Edward Styles, Louis William Tomlinson
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