Inspired by the lurching riffs of Helmet and the soft/loud vocal styling of Tool, Chicago-based trio Chevelle's aggressive, heavy sound is all about mounting tension exploding into raw guitar bursts. They started out playing parties and outdoor events, which quickly led to bookings at Chicago clubs when youngest member Joe was just 16.
Chevelle released their first studio album titled Point #1, on May 4, 1999.
Chevelle recorded a demo known as The Blue Album, and played small concerts for the next three years until they were signed on to Steve Taylor's Squint Entertainment.[4] The band recorded for 17 days in Electrical Audio studios, and in 1999, Chevelle released the album, Point #1 which was produced by Steve Albini.
Chevelle released their second studio album titled Wonder What's Next, on October 8, 2002.
Released three years after Point #1 and following tours with bands like Filter, Sevendust, Powerman 5000, and Machine Head — the band had inked a deal with Epic and issued Wonder What's Next, released in August 2002. The album went platinum by the next summer and their second single, "Send the Pain Below," was a number one hit on modern rock and mainstream radio.
Chevelle released their third studio album titled This Type Of Thinking Could Do Us In, on September 21, 2004.
The album debuted at number eight on the Billboard 200, and was certified gold by the RIAA six weeks later. The song "Vitamin R (Leading Us Along)" was released as the first single from the album and reached the number one position on the Mainstream Rock chart. Two other singles were released from the album, the titles of which are "The Clincher" peaking at number three on the Mainstream rock chart, and "Panic Prone" which peaked at number 26 on the same chart.
Chevelle released their fourth studio album titled Vena Sera, on April 13, 2007.
The album was recorded with producer Michael "Elvis" Baskette, whom the band previously worked with on both "This Type of Thinking (Could Do Us In)" and "Wonder What's Next" albums. Vena Sera debuted at number 12 in the Billboard 200 with Chevelle being the only rock band in the Top 15.
Chevelle released their fifth studio album titled Sci-Fi Crimes, on August 31, 2009.
The album was recorded with producer Brian Virtue. The band's brand new single, "Jars", was the No. 1 most added track at rock radio and the single is quickly becoming one of the band's biggest hits to date entering the Top 20 after only two weeks.
Chevelle spent seven weeks co-producing "Sci-Fi Crimes" with Brian Virtue (Jane's Addiction, 30 Seconds To Mars, Deftones) in Nashville, Tennessee.
Chevelle's sixth studio album titled Hats Off To The Bull is expected to be released December 6, 2011. The Face To The Floor Songfacts reports that the main concept of Hats Of to the Bull is rooting for the underdog, and its lead single, "Face To The Floor" was written about the many thousands conned by a Ponzi scheme. The track was leaked on September 28, 2011 and debuted on radio October 10, 2011.
Chevelle In an April 2010 interview, drummer Sam mentioned that Pete is currently writing new material for a new album due for a possible fall 2011 release. Chevelle is currently back in the studio working on the new album. According to Pete Loeffler's Twitter account, the band has completed six songs as of April 2011. Chevelle drummer Sam Loeffler mentioned the album could feature a duet with a female artist, and also mentioned that the album could either be fully acoustic or a return to the hard rock style Chevelle had on Wonder What's Next, however Sam Loeffler had mentioned it would be "definitely returning to heavy melodic rock, which is the sound we love."[citation needed] As of May 2011, Chevelle is finished writing songs for the new album and is in Pasadena, CA at JHOC Studios to work with Joe Barresi as the album's producer.[citation needed]. As of June 15, 2011, Pete Loeffler has confirmed the rumors of a female duet (in a Facebook video), by bringing in his sister Natalie, who is also bassist Dean Bernardini's wife. Pete is also expecting to have a single for the new album in August.
Discography
* Point #1 (1999)
* Wonder What's Next (2002)
* This Type of Thinking (Could Do Us In) (2004)
* Vena Sera (2007)
* Sci-Fi Crimes (2009)
* Hats Off To The Bull (2011)
* La Gargola (2014)
* The North Corridor (2016)
* NIRATIAS (2021)
Members
Current
* Pete Loeffler: vocals, guitars (1995–present)
* Sam Loeffler: drums (1995–present)
* Dean Bernardini: bass, live backing vocals (2005–present)
Former
* Joe Loeffler: bass, live backing vocals (1995–2005)
* Geno Lenardo: bass (2005, live fill-in)
Chevelle is the name of at least two groups, the other being a reggae gospel group.
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Highland's Apparition
Chevelle Lyrics
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Afternoon I had to ask
Or dare I, ever know
Tell us, we are demented
Watch as attention span
Hold, so fast
Then go up in smoke
It happened to show its own face
Search for the soulless ends
Now point him towards rest
Culprits, shudder
Apparitions left in time
If we're honest, sight unknown
Crowing, frozen, bedroom
Awoke up certain
Lays a tomb, her tree holds it
Unbeknownst, still sending chills
I don't think you're nervous enough
It happened to show its own face
Search for the soulless ends
Now point him towards rest
You won't find me curling up
A place that should make sense
Well, excuse me for this better judgment
Night is so worth waiting for
A blinding scare so cauterizing
Arms out pointing, sit and stare
At this proof, this living proof
This proof, this living proof
Sun's up, braver
Hands and legs untouched
Before we forget, save this
Unaging proof
I don't think you're nervous enough
It happened to show its own face
Search for the soulless ends
Now point him towards
I don't think you're nervous enough
It happened to show its own face
Search for the soulless ends
Now point him towards rest
The lyrics of Chevelle's song "Highland's Apparition" explore themes of the supernatural, fear, and uncertainty. The opening lines suggest a sudden and unexpected encounter with a frightening presence: "See it, startled / Afternoon I had to ask / Or dare I, ever know." The singer is unsure of what they are seeing or experiencing and questions their own understanding of the situation. The repetition of "I don't think you're nervous enough" emphasizes the gravity of the situation, implying that the threat is more serious than it appears.
The lyrics also suggest a sense of confusion and incoherence, as the singer struggles to articulate their thoughts and feelings: "Watch as attention span / Hold, so fast / Then go up in smoke." They are unable to make sense of what is happening around them and are left feeling disoriented and frightened. The phrase "Search for the soulless ends / Now point him towards rest" suggests a sense of desperation, as the singer seeks to find a solution to the problem of the apparition.
Line by Line Meaning
See it, startled
I observe it, suddenly surprised
Afternoon I had to ask
During the afternoon, I felt the need to inquire
Or dare I, ever know
Perhaps I should risk finding out the truth
Tell us, we are demented
Confess that we are insane
Watch as attention span
Observe how our ability to focus quickly changes
Hold, so fast
Remain still, as if frozen in time
Then go up in smoke
Disappear or dissipate suddenly
I don't think you're nervous enough
I believe you are not sufficiently anxious
It happened to show its own face
The entity revealed itself
Search for the soulless ends
Seek out the places devoid of life or feeling
Now point him towards rest
Lead the entity to its final resting place
Culprits, shudder
Those responsible tremble with fear
Apparitions left in time
Ghosts remain preserved through the ages
If we're honest, sight unknown
To be truthful, we do not know what we are seeing
Crowing, frozen, bedroom
In this silent, motionless bedroom
Awoke up certain
Awakened with clear conviction
Lays a tomb, her tree holds it
A grave lies beneath the woman's tree
Unbeknownst, still sending chills
Unknown to many, but still causing shivers
You won't find me curling up
You will not see me cowering in fear
A place that should make sense
A location that ought to be logical
Well, excuse me for this better judgment
I apologize for exercising good sense
Night is so worth waiting for
The thrill of nighttime makes the wait worthwhile
A blinding scare so cauterizing
An overwhelming shock that sears in the memory
Arms out pointing, sit and stare
Arms extended, I sit and gaze in disbelief
At this proof, this living proof
At the evidence, this tangible evidence
Sun's up, braver
With the dawn comes renewed courage
Hands and legs untouched
Hands and legs that remain unharmed
Before we forget, save this
Before we forget, preserve this experience
Unaging proof
Irrefutable evidence that never ages
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PETER LOEFFLER, SAMUEL LOEFFLER
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