#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.
With One Voice
Anthem Lyrics
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And the heart's all over the world tonight
When you can stay forever i need you, boo
Oh… i gotta see you, boo
Hey
And your heart's all over the world tonight
It will only get better
Hot little figure yes you're a winner
And, I'm so glad to be yours
You're a class all your own
And, oh little cutie when you talk to me
I swear the whole world stops
You're my sweetheart
And I'm so glad that you're mine
You are one of a kind and
You and me together
Through the days and nights
I don't worry cause
Everything's going to be alright
No one, no one, no one
Can get in the way of what I'm feeling
No one, no one, no one
Can get in the way of what I feel
With you, with you, with you, with you
With you girl
With you, with you, with you, with you
With you
Turn the lights off in this place
And she shines just like a star
And I swear I know her face
I just don't know who you are
It's you and me
Moving at the speed of light into eternity
Yeah tonight is the night
To join me in the middle of ecstasy
Feel the melody in the rhythm of the music
Around you, around you
Im'ma take you there, Im'ma take you there
So don't be scared i'm right here baby
We can go anywhere, go anywhere
But first, it's your chance
And I just can't pull my self away
Under her spell I can't break
I just can't stop
It's like I've waited my whole
Life for this one night (I just can't stop)
It's gon' be me you and the dance floor
And I just can't bring myself no way
But I don't want to escape i just can't stop
Cause we've only got one night
Double your pleasure (I just can't stop)
Double your fun and dance
Forever, ever, ever forever, ever, ever
Forever, ever, ever come in closer
Forever, ever, ever forever, ever, ever
Forever, ever, ever come in closer
With them apple bottom jeans jeans
Boots with the fur with the fur
She had the whole club looking at her
She hit the floor (She hit the floor)
Next thing you know
Shawty got low, low, low, low, low, low, low
It starts in my toes
Makes me crinkle my nose wherever it goes
I always know that you make me smile
Please stay for a while now
Just take your time wherever you go
In the song "With One Voice" by Anthem, the lyrics beginning with "I need you, boo gotta see you, boo" convey a sense of urgency and longing to be with a loved one. The repetition of "boo" and the mention of hearts all over the world signify a deep connection and desire to be together, with the reassurance that things will only get better. The lyrics express a heartfelt sentiment of wanting to stay forever with the person they love, emphasizing the idea of unity and togetherness.
The following verses celebrate the unique qualities of the person being sung about, referring to them as a "stunner" and a "winner." The admiration and affection for this individual are apparent as the singer expresses gratitude for being with them. The lyrics paint a picture of a special connection, with the singer being captivated by the other person's presence and cherishing their time together. The sentiment of appreciation and joy in having this person in their life shines through in these verses.
The bridge of the song shifts to a more universal theme of love and perseverance, with the repetition of "No one, no one, no one" emphasizing a sense of determination and commitment to the relationship. The lyrics assert that nothing can hinder or diminish the feelings shared between the singer and their beloved. The reassurance that everything will be alright when they are together reinforces the message of strength and unity in facing whatever challenges may come their way.
As the song progresses, the lyrics transition to a more energetic and vibrant tone, with references to dancing and finding ecstasy in each other's company. The imagery of moving at the speed of light into eternity and feeling the rhythm of the music around them conveys a sense of euphoria and being lost in the moment with the person they care about. The lyrics evoke a feeling of being swept away by love and desire, unable to resist the magnetic pull of the connection they share, culminating in a joyous celebration of togetherness and shared experiences on the dance floor.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVE NAGHAVI
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