1) Introducing… BARS, formed by indivi… Read Full Bio ↴There's 2 groups called Bars:
1) Introducing… BARS, formed by individuals steeped in hardcore/punk history, the band has offered up an album that is a stripped-down, sonic onslaught. The debut is laden with a pissed-off rock n’ roll swagger that is as pummeling as it is catchy. Regardless of perspective or expectations, Bars make rock n’ roll, and make it explode.
Formed in the summer of 2002 the Boston quintet pooled their influences and channeled them into a raw, focused outlet absent of gimmicks or facades. After a few rehearsals and in between touring schedules (of Give up the Ghost, The Hope Conspiracy and Suicide File), they began writing songs with only one goal in mind; start a band that is truly no frills punk rock. As things started to fall into place, the first handful of ideas quickly grew into 10 songs displaying the influence of such bands as The Dead Boys and Entombed.
After sending demos to Equal Vision Records, the label put BARS in the studio with producer Jim Siegel at the Outpost (Stoughton, MA). The result was Introducing…, an album brimming with razor sharp punk tunes that incorporates the musical influences of The Misfits and Queens Of The Stone Age. Vocally, Bars is about as straightforward as a fist in the face. Drawing comparisons to Tim Singer and Henry Rollins, Kevin Baker directs the sonic assault of Bars like a laser-guided weapon set to the tune of disenchantment, paranoia and defiance.
Starting off the album is “Bright Lights For Demise”, is an instant sing-a-long of pissed off aggression and guitar licks unheard in today’s current rock scene. On “Toecutter”, the listener is taken on a ride of riffs that is both punishing and memorable homage to start-stop riff masters Helmet. “Type Face Love Letter” shows that guitar hooks that were once on mainstream radio are now more than ever sorely missed and that’s the point. To take the past and making it relevant today.
No other band puts the rock n’ roll back in the scene better than the BARS. Introducing… is the revival of 80’s punk and hardcore. Fans will soon be searching out Black Flag and Discharge to see what they were missing and thanking the BARS.
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I Was Asleep By Now
Bars Lyrics
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Scream but not heard
Setting sun in a world that won't turn
I can't sleep with my head like this
How many times can you break a promise
So little time for yourself
No time for anything else
Each pill beating the last
Killing the pain
What the fuck can save us
Stand up let it be known
Move to the beat and let yourself go
The lyrics to Bars's song "I Was Asleep By Now" create a vivid image of a hopeless and desperate individual, overwhelmed by their own thoughts and the world around them. The first verse, "Crash and burn, scream but not heard, setting sun in a world that won't turn" suggests that the singer is in a dark place, feeling lost and isolated. They're trying to reach out for help, but no one seems to be listening.
The second verse expresses a sense of disappointment and betrayal, as the singer reflects on broken promises and the lack of time for self-care. They feel out of control, relying on medication to numb the pain. The lines "Each pill beating the last, killing the pain, what the fuck can save us" highlight a feeling of intense hopelessness and despair.
The final verse suggests a glimmer of hope, as the singer encourages themselves to stand up, let it be known, and move to the beat. This could be interpreted as a call to action or a determination to find a way out of the darkness. Despite the bleak nature of the rest of the song, the last few lines give a sense that there is still a chance for hope and renewal.
Line by Line Meaning
Crash and burn
To experience complete and utter failure
Scream but not heard
To cry out in agony or frustration, but receive no response or acknowledgement
Setting sun in a world that won't turn
A feeling of being stuck or lost in a world that seems to be at a standstill
I can't sleep with my head like this
Unable to sleep due to overwhelming thoughts or anxieties
How many times can you break a promise
Feeling betrayed and hurt by someone who repeatedly breaks their commitments or vows
So little time for yourself
A sense of being overwhelmed or suffocated by responsibilities or obligations, leaving little time for self-care or personal pursuits
No time for anything else
A feeling of being consumed by one's duties or daily demands, leaving no room for leisure or enjoyment
Each pill beating the last
Taking medication or drugs in a cycle of addiction, with each dose having less and less of an effect
Killing the pain
Using substances to cope with emotional or physical pain, rather than addressing the underlying issue
What the fuck can save us
A sense of desperation and hopelessness, wondering what can be done to remedy a dire situation
Stand up let it be known
Taking a stand and speaking out, refusing to be silenced or ignored
Move to the beat and let yourself go
Letting loose and embracing the present moment, surrendering to the rhythm and flow of life
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Megan Lawrence
The crunches in this crush are fantastic!
I love the crisp reform textures here. Those bars were just perfect!
The lime green and white colour pallette is so soothing.
Gorgeous crush all round!
Much appreciation 💛
Megan 🇿🇦
supriya chaurasia
I can feel the calmness of your persona through your crushes. They’re always so soothing. Treat to soul. ✨❤️
beya Souiah
Exactly what i was thinking about, the fact she crushes until the last bit unlike others makes u think she so confident and calm only an anxious person would throw crumbs outta their hands uncrushed, also i may or may not be tipsy the fact im watching this rn tells me how addicted i am so sorry for any typos 😇😅🥹
Baks♡︎
This mass crush was outstanding i love how crunchy the reforms were! The colour combination is top notch too! I love a good green and white combination especially when there’s different shades that go so well with each other
CrunchyASMR84
Thank you so much!
Solumates
The texture is fabulous, gritty yet soft, love it so much 😍💚✨. And don't worry I'm sure the pinkish tan crush will be amazing, your creations always amaze us ✨💚💚. I enjoyed the crush 💚✨. Have a great day💚✨.
CrunchyASMR84
Thank you! 😊
Baks♡︎
📝TIMESTAMPS📝
Hearts: 0:04 0:57
Green gems(ig): 0:51 1:08 1:12 1:15
1:19 1:22 1:25 1:35 1:37 1:40 1:44
1:49 1:51 1:54 1:56 1:58 2:00 2:04
2:08 2:11 2:13 2:17 2:21 2:23 2:25
2:28 2:34 2:39 3:11 3:15
White swirls: 1:29 3:26 3:35 3:40 3:48
3:53 3:56 3:58 3:59 4:04 4:07
Dyed chalk: 2:51 2:57 3:02
Bars: 4:13 7:05 7:11 7:18 7:28 7:33
7:49 8:03 8:10 8:13 8:19 8:27 8:32
8:37 8:42 8:46 9:01 9:05 9:10 9:13
9:20 9:31 9:35 9:42 9:46 9:51
9:59 10:04 10:08 10:14 10:28
10:35 10:39 10:44 10:58 11:01
11:07 11:13 11:18 11:35 11:42 11:46
11:50 11:54 11:57
Cubes: 4:19 4:24 4:28 4:34 4:39
4:48 4:56 5:01 5:07 5:11 5:15 5:20
5:23 5:25 5:29 5:36 5:42 5:45
5:51 5:56 6:01
Legos: 6:18 6:22 6:25 6:28 6:33
6:36 6:42 6:45 6:50 6:53 6:57 7:00
Powder play: 12:00
Krishn Asmr
Thank you
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@Lil Mochi Asmr this is how i spend my school breaks when im not going out to the city centre 😂😂
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@Tree's Trunk yw 😊