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)
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Wonder What's Next
Chevelle Lyrics
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I want to succeed,
Is this a good quality?
I wonder what's next.
Nothing.
Waiting to be seen,
Face of someone's failures,
I seek society in need, indeed, indeed.
Indeed.
In the beginning it seems that no one thinks beyond having fun,
Which is why you write music in the first place,
Always moving, defining, and pushing forward the art that once created,
Looking to the right time to share it,
And then the headaches of criticism,
Senior advisers advising people above,
Twisting, distorting that which we love,
And never ending problems with money,
Holding you back,
Preventing progress,
I thought you only started 'cause it was fun.
We play the blaming game,
Yes I mind,
Its not your turn.
We play the blaming game,
Yes I mind,
Its not your turn.
We play the blaming game,
Yes I mind,
Its not your turn!
We play the blaming game,
Yes I mind,
Its not your turn!!
I wonder,
I wonder what's next.
Yes we play the blaming,
Yes I mind,
Its not your turn.
We play the blaming game,
Yes I mind,
Its not your turn!
We play the blaming game,
Yes I mind,
Its not your turn!
We play the blaming game!
We play the blaming game!
The song "Wonder What's Next" by Chevelle is a reflection on the struggles of the creative process, as well as the pressures and expectations that come with success. The opening lines of "It sometimes feels like I'm burning, I want to succeed, Is this a good quality?" show the inner turmoil of someone who is driven to succeed, but may be questioning whether that drive is healthy or not. The second line is particularly interesting because it sets up the idea that there may be a negative side to wanting to succeed. The repeating lyrics of "I wonder what's next" show a yearning to move beyond the current struggles and challenges, to see what the next step will be.
The middle section of the song gets more surreal, with the idea of an "animal...waiting to be seen" and the face of someone's failures. This can be interpreted as the fear of being exposed or judged for one's failures, as well as a desperate need to feel needed by society. The lines "In the beginning it seems that no one thinks beyond having fun, which is why you write music in the first place" show the initial joy and passion for creating, but also hints at the disillusionment that can come from pursuing a career in music. The blaming game references could be seen as the finger-pointing and blaming that can occur in a creative project, as everyone tries to protect their own interests and vision.
Overall, "Wonder What's Next" is a song that speaks to the struggles and doubts of anyone who has pursued a creative passion. It highlights the desire to succeed, but also the fear of failure and the pressures that can come with success.
Line by Line Meaning
It sometimes feels like I'm burning,
At times, it feels like I am under intense pressure and stress.
I want to succeed,
My ambition is to achieve my goals and attain success.
Is this a good quality?
I am questioning whether my drive for success is a desirable characteristic.
I wonder what's next.
I am uncertain about what the future holds.
More and more its an animal,
The drive for success is becoming increasingly powerful and overwhelming.
Waiting to be seen,
I am eager to be recognized and acknowledged for my achievements.
Face of someone's failures,
I fear the possibility of failure and how it may reflect on me.
I seek society in need, indeed, indeed.
I am searching for fulfillment in helping others and contributing to society.
In the beginning it seems that no one thinks beyond having fun,
At first, creating music was purely for enjoyment and not intended to be a career.
Which is why you write music in the first place,
The reason for making music initially was for it to be a pleasurable activity.
Always moving, defining, and pushing forward the art that once created,
Continuously developing and enhancing the craft of creating music.
Looking to the right time to share it,
Waiting for the appropriate moment to showcase the music.
And then the headaches of criticism,
Dealing with the challenges and negativity of receiving feedback from others.
Senior advisers advising people above,
Receiving guidance and suggestions from experienced individuals in higher positions.
Twisting, distorting that which we love,
The advice given may alter or negatively affect the music we are passionate about.
And never ending problems with money,
The constant struggle with finances and its impact on pursuing a music career.
Holding you back,
Money issues can restrict growth and progress within the music industry.
Preventing progress,
Financial problems can inhibit and delay the advancement in the music industry.
I thought you only started 'cause it was fun.
The initial reason for pursuing a career in music was solely for enjoyment.
We play the blaming game,
We shift blame to others for our shortcomings.
Yes I mind,
I am bothered by this behavior.
Its not your turn.
It is not appropriate for you to blame others in this situation.
We play the blaming game!
We continue to shift blame to others for our issues and problems.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOSEPH LOEFFLER, PETER LOEFFLER, SAMUEL LOEFFLER
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