On June 16, 2017, Chon released their second full-length album Homey under Sumerian Records.
Chon began in 2008 with the recording of their four-track self-titled demo. In 2010, the band began a brief hiatus, but reunited in 2011 to record two new songs, "O.G." and "Breathe". They returned in 2013 with the release of their debut EP entitled Newborn Sun. The following year Chon released their second EP, entitled Woohoo!. In 2014, Chon embarked on two consecutive nationwide tours with Animals as Leaders. In December 2014, Chon signed with the record label Sumerian Records, and announced they would be releasing their debut full-length album the following year. On February 5, 2015, the band announced their debut full length titled Grow would be released in March 2015. On March 5, the band premiered their song Can't Wait from the album via Red Bull. They released the album on March 24. Eight days prior the band embarked on a 27 date tour supporting Circa Survive. On December 16, 2015, Chon announced their first full US headlining tour, titled the Super Chon Bros Tour, with accompanying bands Polyphia and Strawberry Girls. They sold out every single show on the tour. Chon was also an opening band during the Sonic Unrest Tour, featuring headliner Periphery, and bands Sikth and Toothgrinder.
Chon endorses Ibanez guitars and Overdrive Straps guitar straps. Guitarist Mario Camarena plays a custom guitar built by Seth Hollander in collaboration with Ibanez as well as an Ibanez RG 421. Primarily, Mario uses a Vox AC30 tube amplifier. Erick Hansel primarily plays Ibanez RG 321 and RG 421 models. Chon's early work was known to largely shun the use of effects pedals. the band started experimenting heavily with effects pedals when writing Homey.
Chon is a progressive math rock band that takes inspiration from a wide variety of sources. While their early music was more metal and shred-based, in the vein of The Fall of Troy and Necrophagist, their sound has changed with new releases. Rock bands such as the Red Hot Chili Peppers & Rush have also played a huge role in influencing Chon's later works of music. Chon have listed pianists such as Hiromi Uehara, Tigran Hamasyan, and Alex Argento as influences in their music. Chon makes extensive use of seventh chords and inversions in their songwriting, and incorporates odd time signatures typical of progressive rock. They also stand out in that they often use major keys, which gives their music an upbeat, peppy tone. Chon's 2017 album Homey saw the band experimenting for the first time with hip-hop and electronic music, most notably on their single Nayhoo.
Band members: Mario Camarena – guitar (2008–present), Nathan Camarena – drums, percussion (2008–present), Erick Hansel – guitar, (2008–present); vocals (2016-present), Esiah Camarena – bass guitar, vocals (2008-2010; 2016–present), Former members: Drew Pelisek – bass guitar, vocals (2012–2016), Touring members: Brandon Ewing – bass guitar (2016, Super Chon Bros Tour)
Ecco
CHON Lyrics
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But I believe
That I am on the other side
I see myself
In a different light
You'll never know
Know what's real
Ooh.
I think I'm here
But I believe
That I am on the other side
I see myself
In a different light
Ooh. ooh. ooh. ooh.
Ooh. ooh. ooh. ooh.
I think I'm here
But I believe
That I am on the other side
I see myself
In a different light
I think I'm here (I think I'm here!)
But I believe (But I believe!)
That I am on the other side
I see myself
In a different light
The lyrics of Chon's song "Ecco" describe a feeling of disconnection from reality and of being caught between two different worlds. The opening lines express uncertainty and doubt, with the singer questioning whether they are truly present or if they have crossed over to another realm. This is further emphasized by the repetition of the phrase "I think I'm here/but I believe/that I am on the other side," which creates a sense of unease and confusion.
The chorus of the song is characterized by a strong sense of longing, with the singer yearning to understand what is real and what is not. The line "You'll never know/know what's real/Until then" suggests a search for truth and a desire to reconcile the conflicting feelings of being both present and absent. The repetition of the word "ooh" throughout the chorus adds a haunting quality to the song, hinting at the sense of isolation and detachment that the singer is experiencing.
Overall, "Ecco" is a introspective, atmospheric song that evokes a sense of being lost or unmoored. Its dreamy, almost hypnotic sound creates a feeling of disorientation and uncertainty, perfectly capturing the theme of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I'm here
I'm physically present at this location
But I believe
However, I have a personal perception that's different from my physical location
That I am on the other side
This other side is an alternative reality, more likely to be mental here
I see myself
My perspective of myself theoretically differs from others
In a different light
My perception of myself and my surroundings is unique
You'll never know
Other people are not privy to my thoughts
Know what's real
They don't know what's true and real to me
Until then
Until they can understand my perspective
Ooh.
A mere vocalization to express personal rumination
ooh. ooh. ooh. ooh.
Reiterated vocalization to express self-thought
Contributed by Sophie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.