The group is signed to Sumerian Records and has released three full lengths and two EPs on the label. Their album, A Higher Place, reached number 73 on the Billboard 200. Their second full-length album, The Discovery, released March 22, 2011, debuted at 87 on the Billboard 200. Their third album, Tomorrow We Die ∆live, released August 20, 2013, debuted at 27 on the Billboard 200, selling 13,052 copies in the first week.
Born of Osiris has played at various festivals including the Summer Slaughter Tour (2008 and 2009) and the Music as a Weapon Tour 4. In 2009, they played on a co-headline tour named The Night of the Living Shred Tour with All Shall Perish, After the Burial, Caliban and Suffokate; Born of Osiris also supported Hatebreed on the Decimation of the Nation Tour 2, alongside Cannibal Corpse, Unearth and Hate Eternal. In December 2009, they asked Jason Richardson of All Shall Perish to join Born of Osiris. This began a two-year period of member stability which resulted in the writing and release of The Discovery.
On December 21, 2011, Born of Osiris fired guitarist Jason Richardson without prior notice. The official press release came three weeks later. Richardson immediately joined Salt Lake City deathcore act Chelsea Grin following his departure from the band. In response to the official statement released by the band, he wrote a scathing status update on his personal Facebook page, stating that the other band members frequently abused alcohol and drugs. This post caused a mixed reaction: Jason received backlash from some fans but many sympathized with his situation. Jason also stated in this post that he was involved in the writing process for the next Chelsea Grin album.
A video was posted showing guitarist Lee Mckinney working on a new riff, which is believed to be part of a song which will feature on the next Born of Osiris release. He also had an eight string guitar built for him by the UK based company Invictus Guitars, suggesting another direction that the next release will take.
Lee McKinney has started a side project called Mechanize (originally named Mecha but the name had to be changed for legal reasons), in which he produces original electronic music and remixes other artists. David Darocha has also started his own jewelry line called D A V I. Cameron Losch, Lee McKinney and former guitarist Jason Richardson are all instructors on the music teaching website Bandhappy, which is owned by Matt Halpern, the drummer of Born of Osiris's labelmate Periphery.
Bandmembers:
Current
Ronnie Canizaro – lead vocals (2003–present)
Joe Buras – keyboards, synthesizers, backing vocals (2003–present)
David Darocha – bass guitar (2007–present)
Cameron Losch – drums (2003–present)
Lee McKinney – guitar (2007–present)
Former
Matt Pantelis – lead guitar (2007–2008)
Lee Evans – lead guitar (2007, 2009)
Mike Shanahan – guitar (2004-2006)
Jason Richardson – lead guitar (2009–2011)
Brace Legs
Born of Osiris Lyrics
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Now we're laying awake
We can't stop it now, don't you beg for mercy, fight
We never stop
Walk onto your death
Walk onto your death
You chose the outcome
Pain, I'm willing to take
Crawls through my veins
Burning sensations
It's all a mistake
Tell me your fate
Take me away
Is it a dying wish?
Is it a fantasy?
It's not a dying wish
It's not a fantasy
Give it up, we never stop
The lyrics to Born of Osiris's song Brace Legs are centered around perseverance, self-confidence, and resilience. Beginning with the phrase "So distinct and out of reach," the singer acknowledges the difficulties they are facing but refuses to give up. The phrase "Now we're laying awake" suggests that the singer is deeply reflective and considering their options, but ultimately decides to fight and not "beg for mercy." The repetition of "We never stop" emphasizes the band's determination to keep going, even if it means facing one's own mortality, referred to as "walk onto your death."
The lyrics' message is inspiring and empowering, urging listeners to persevere in the face of adversity. The phrase "Bring your glory back" reinforces the importance of self-confidence and the need to reclaim one's success and achievements. The song's chorus, "Is it a dying wish? Is it a fantasy? It's not a dying wish, it's not a fantasy," is a repeated rejection of doubt and self-pity. Instead, the singer is willing to take on pain and embrace their fate. Ultimately, Brace Legs is a call to action, an affirmation of strength in the face of life's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
So distinct and out of reach
Our situation is unique and almost impossible to achieve
Now we're laying awake
We're restless and unable to sleep
We can't stop it now, don't you beg for mercy, fight
We can't turn back now and we have to fight even if it's difficult
Walk onto your death
Embrace danger and face it head-on
And bring your glory back
Rise above the challenge and come out victorious
You chose the outcome
You have control over the situation and the results
Pain, I'm willing to take
I'm willing to endure the pain and hardship
Crawls through my veins
The pain is like a poison spreading through my body
Burning sensations
The pain is intense and overwhelming
It's all a mistake
We've made a mistake but we have to live with the consequences
Tell me your fate
What will happen to us?
Take me away
Help me escape from this situation
Is it a dying wish?
Are we hoping for something that's impossible to achieve?
Is it a fantasy?
Is this dream something that can't become a reality?
Give it up, we never stop
We won't give up even if it seems impossible
Lyrics © KILLPHONIC
Written by: Lee McKinney, David Darocha, Ronnie Cannizaro, Cameron Losch, Joseph Buras
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@worldsokayestgamer
Brace Legs going straight into Bow Down is still one of the most iconic things in metal. This album was so special man.
@ElLapiz24
Everybody always talks about how great The Discovery is....honestly I think The New Reign is by far their best work, whole album fucking shreds.
@calebbliss8626
So true
@matthewpunk2012
And that's your opinion
@calebbliss8626
I personally think their new stuff is decent but this record is the best
@matthewpunk2012
In my opinion Empires Erased is the best song on the album
@calebbliss8626
Yeah i agree, empires erased is really great
@ianmartins2415
2:11 "In Vogue, dolphin opened the ghost. The haunted big thing "Sue-Sue" beat. He haunted pokemon too."
@EmptyKingdoms
Props for making me laugh on such a classic track.
@brianlovebear
WTF I'm Laughing