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)
Machine
Born of Osiris Lyrics
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Tell me, what do you see? (What do you see)
Your soul's reflection
Is it what it used to be?
So take another look at yourself
Tell me, what do you see?
Answers revolve around our heads like figures of our imagination
This is bigger than you and me
'Cause this is bigger than you and me
Alarms as you wake from this dream
Human fellowship is sacred
'Cause this is bigger than you and me
Take another look at yourself
Tell me, what do you see? (What do you see)
Your soul's reflection
Is it what it used to be?
So take another look at yourself
Tell me, what do you see?
As we move along, waiting here
Our days repeat and increase
Your default setting
Runs your life secretly
Which direction are you heading?
Escape this pressure
This is bigger than you and me
(Alarms) Alarms as you wake from this dream
Human fellowship is sacred
'Cause this is bigger than you and me
(Alarms) Alarms as you wake from this dream
Human fellowship is sacred
'Cause this is bigger than you and me
Separate yourself from the machine
Embrace your own identity
Separate yourself from the machine
Embrace your own identity
Escape the pressure
Take another look at yourself
Tell me, what do you see? (what do you see)
Your soul's reflection
Is it what it used to be?
So take another look at yourself
Tell me, what do you see?
Your soul's reflection
Is it what it used to be?
Your soul's reflection
Is it what it used to be?
What do you see?
The lyrics of Born of Osiris's song Machine delve into the idea of identity and self-reflection. The song opens with the lines, "Take another look at yourself, tell me, what do you see?" This repetition sets the tone for introspection and self-examination throughout the song. The lines, "Your soul's reflection, is it what it used to be?" suggest that the persona of the song is questioning their identity and whether they have deviated from who they once were.
The lines, "As we move along, waiting here, Our days repeat and increase, Your default setting, Runs your life secretly" imply that the persona is stuck in a monotonous routine and is living a life that may not align with their true self. However, the lyrics also provide a message of hope and encouragement to get out of the "machine" that one has created for themselves. The words, "Separate yourself from the machine, Embrace your own identity, Escape the pressure" serve as a call to action for the persona to break free from the monotony and embrace their true self.
Overall, Machine is a song that promotes self-awareness and self-reflection as well as encourages listeners to break free from a static routine and embrace their true self.
Line by Line Meaning
Take another look at yourself
Examine your life closely
Tell me, what do you see? (What do you see)
Are you happy and content with your life?
Your soul's reflection
The essence of who you truly are
Is it what it used to be?
Have you changed or lost sight of yourself?
Answers revolve around our heads like figures of our imagination
We are bombarded with information and opinions
Measures are taken to purge pleasure and take life in as pain
We are pressured to sacrifice our happiness for success
This is bigger than you and me
Our individual lives are part of something greater
'Cause this is bigger than you and me
Our collective actions have a larger impact
Alarms as you wake from this dream
The realization that we are living a false reality
Human fellowship is sacred
The relationships we form with others are important
Which direction are you heading?
What is the ultimate goal of your life?
Escape this pressure
Break free from societal expectations
Separate yourself from the machine
Reject conformity and think for yourself
Embrace your own identity
Be true to who you are
Lyrics © KILLPHONIC
Written by: Lee McKinney, David Darocha, Ronnie Cannizaro, Cameron Losch, Joseph Buras
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DV8
These lyrics mean so much more today. I come back to this song alot. Metal usually speaks to my soul. This 1 definitely hits a certain note for me.
D B
Human fellowship is sacred
Ian Fullen
When I first started listening to them 12 years ago, my teenager self thought all the lyrics was just New World Order stuff haha
Cinder Fella
This band has been helping me a a lot through a really hard part of my life I've been going through.
Ian Fullen
Their lyrics have always been so motivational
Alethea T
I'm proud of myself for discovering this band.
AngryPastryTyrant
To think I was in that crowd, that day was the greatest day of my life, got to meet them after and the leader singer hugged me and signed me and said he loved me cause I told them how Mayhem Fest was my first concert! Fucking love these guys!
Joseph Patrick
First , thank you Born of Osiris for being so passionate about your music. Music is art and sometimes your art isn't for everyone. Those people need to just move on and find the art they do like. With that being said..I'll see you guys in Dallas in March and can't wait to share the stage with you!!
Sean McIe
Harmonized sweeps... This is why I love this band!
Surreptitious Writings
straight up rip off of unearth my will be done