Anthrax's lineup has changed numerous times over their career, leaving Ian as the only constant member of the band. The band has had a revolving cast of singers and lead guitarists, including Neil Turbin, John Bush, Dan Spitz and Rob Caggiano. Since 2013, the band has consisted of Ian, drummer Charlie Benante, bassist Frank Bello, vocalist Joey Belladonna and lead guitarist Jonathan Donais. Ian and Benante (who replaced one-time drummer Greg D'Angelo in 1983) are the only two members to appear on every album, while Bello has been a member of Anthrax since 1984, replacing original bassist Dan Lilker. After two stints in Anthrax, from 1984 to 1992 and again from 2005 to 2007, Belladonna returned to the band in 2010.
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Studio albums
Fistful of Metal (1984)
Spreading the Disease (1985)
Among the Living (1987)
State of Euphoria (1988)
Persistence of Time (1990)
Sound of White Noise (1993)
Stomp 442 (1995)
Volume 8: The Threat Is Real (1998)
We've Come for You All (2003)
Worship Music (2011)
For All Kings (2016)
Neon Knights
Anthrax Lyrics
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Can't remember when we came so close to love before
Hold on, good things never last
Nothing's in the past, it always seems to come again
Again and again, again and again. Again
Cry out to legions of the brave
Time again to save us from the jackals of the street
Ride out, protectors of the realm
Circles and rings, dragons and kings
Weaving a charm and a spell
Blessed by the night, holy and bright
Called by the toll of the bell
Bloodied angels fast descending
Moving on a never-bending light
Phantom figures free forever
Out of shadows, shining ever-bright
Neon Knights!
Neon Knights! All right!
Cry out to legions of the brave
Time again to save us from the jackals of the street
Ride out, protectors of the realm
Captain's at the helm, sail across the sea of lights
Again and again, again and again and again
Neon Knights!
Neon Knights!
Neon Knights!
All right!
Neon Knights!
Neon Knights!
All right!
The song "Neon Knights" by Anthrax is an epic and powerful call-to-arms. The opening lyrics set the stage for a familiar story of lost love and the inevitability of history repeating itself. The chorus, however, takes on a very different tone, summoning forth the "legions of the brave" in a quest to protect the innocent from the dangers of the city. This is repeated several times, followed by a command to the "protectors of the realm" to set sail and ride out to meet the challenge. The imagery of dragons and kings, circles and rings, all woven together in a mystical and holy charm, adds an otherworldly dimension that only serves to enhance the sense of urgency and danger.
The song has been interpreted by many to describe a world dominated by a powerful and destructive force, where the few remaining protectors must band together and fight to preserve what is left. The "neon knights" are the shining warriors of this world, compelled by duty and necessity to muster their strength and rally to the fight. The lyrics suggest a hope that, despite the odds and the overwhelming power of the enemy, there is still a chance for victory.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh no, here it comes again
The feeling of impending doom or uncertainty is upon us once more.
Can't remember when we came so close to love before
The last time we felt this way, we were in love with someone or something, but cannot pinpoint specifically when.
Hold on, good things never last
Enjoy the good times while they're here, but recognize that they cannot last forever.
Nothing's in the past, it always seems to come again
The past has a way of repeating itself, and those events or feelings often resurface in the present time.
Cry out to legions of the brave
We must call upon those who are courageous and fearless to come to our aid.
Time again to save us from the jackals of the street
The brave must protect us from the cruel and ruthless people who lurk in our society.
Ride out, protectors of the realm
Those who are brave must ride forth to protect and defend our world.
Captain's at the helm, sail across the sea of lights
The leader or captain of this cause, with the help of others, must journey through the bright, beckoning sea of opportunity to find success.
Circles and rings, dragons and kings
This world is full of symbols and signs, such as circles and dragons, that can be interpreted in different ways.
Weaving a charm and a spell
The unique and special combination of these symbols can create a magical, hypnotic effect.
Blessed by the night, holy and bright
The darkness of the night can also represent purity and goodness, with its starry skies and bright, shining moon.
Called by the toll of the bell
The ringing of a bell is a signal, calling to us and guiding us towards our goal.
Bloodied angels fast descending
These heavenly beings, though wounded and flawed, are quickly coming to aid us down from the sky.
Moving on a never-bending light
Their journey is guided by an unyielding, unrelenting light that will not falter in its course.
Phantom figures free forever
These ghostly forms have been liberated and can now roam freely, no longer held captive by their previous restrictions.
Out of shadows, shining ever-bright
From the darkness and uncertainty of the past comes a new light and renewed hope for the future.
Neon Knights!
The artist is calling out to these knights of neon, those who are brave and shine brightly.
All right!
The singer is expressing their enthusiastic support for these brave and shining knights.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RONNIE JAMES DIO, TERRENCE BUTLER, TONY IOMMI, WILLIAM T. WARD
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