1. The following refe… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 5 bands with the name, Crusade:
1. The following refers to the Crusade from Brooklyn, NY http://www.last.fm/music/Crusade+NYC:
By the late 1990s, 100% female hardcore band from Japan. Really weird. A
subculture rooted in nonconformity had morphed into just another
target market. In a scene where distinctiveness and individuality
were once kings, uniformity somehow found itself as heir apparent:
Let's all sound the same, dress the same, and listen to the same ten
bands. In the midst of all this muck and mire, CRUSADE was born.
Lawrence Susi was no stranger to this artistic ghetto, having played
bass with New York Hardcore stalwarts Breakdown and co-founding the
critically lauded Sub Zero. Crusade was formed, Susi cryptically
recalls, "as a reaction to what was going on." As to exactly what was
going on, he's not saying, but there is nothing that is the least bit
opaque about his reaction, as the band's recordings and live show
illustrate.
A recent performance showcased a slew of new material, some recorded,
some as-of-yet uncommitted to tape. The band opened with "Church And
State", and its lines "Where've you been, You know it's nice to see
you, Strung out in a burning fucking jungle far away" stuck with me
throughout their set, and for most of the night I was plagued with
images of Sgt. Pepper in fatigues, a junkie ex-POW too weary and
bedraggled to introduce Billy Shears. "Bloodletting", aside from
being way too catchy for a song called fucking "Bloodletting",
perfectly articulates the ennui responsible for the band's creation.
"Morbidly Festive" (one of a handful of more recent compositions that
has actually been recorded) evokes Dance With Me era TSOL, and
crescendos into a truly Songs For The Deaf-worthy bridge. Garnish
with lyrics more suited for the jihadwatch.org message board than a
rock song, and you've got my full attention. "Perpetual Care" is
another newer song, and may quite possibly be the best love song
written for a corpse since "I Heard Her Call My Name". Musically,
think Van Dyke Parks scoring strings for Love And Rockets
and you're almost there. "Between Heaven And Hell" is definitely the
standout track of all the new material, though. Described by Susi as
a paean to the fringe benefits of war, the song conjures up the less
cringe worthy moments of both Mr. Danzig and Mr. Jourgensen, while
boasting a monster riff (yes, a monster riff) that would make K.K.
Downing crap his trousers.
Those of you fortunate to have found a copy of the band's only
official recorded output (2003's The Beauty Within The Decay - one
thousand pressed and label goes "poof!") will go home happy as well.
The infectious arcade game bleeps of "All Is Lost", the
Bukowski-inspired "The Hand You Cannot Sever", and the (literally)
show-stopping title track were all present.
A few other gems were resurrected, if not revealed, that night. The
long dormant "Burn Like Rome" condenses twenty something years of
hardcore into two minutes, recalling Minor Threat, Cro-Mags, and Bad
Brains, mining but never miming. "Gardenia", another new one, is
soaked in reverb and lush guitar, and one can't help but imagine Kevin
Shields twisting knobs and insisting on a pitch bended synth part in
the chorus.
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2. Crusade from the UK is an RAC/Oi band. Most of the songs are about British pride, fighting for their beliefs, etc.
3. There is the Austrian band, Crusade, which was founded in 1996 and is in the death metal/hardcore genre.
4. A Japanese crust/hardcore band founded in 1992.
Yasuko - vocals, Chihiro - bass, Sachiyo - drums, Kozue - Guitar
5. 80's industrial project by Justin Broadrick (Godflesh). Released a few tracks on compilation tapes in the mid 80's.
6. An American progressive metal outfit coformed by YouTuber Mike Kupris (Become The Knight) which formed in 2019.
House of Cards
Crusade Lyrics
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You build your house of cards again
Scared of the pain that waits outside your prison
Afraid to say you do not understand it
All you see is what you make
All you know betrayed
Circle of despair and hatred
Mouthing words but nothings coming out
No more reason
Trapped inside your comforting place
Peaceful on the surface
Truth will beckon you to your grave
No end
You build your house of cards again
Scared of the pain that waits outside your prison
Afraid to say you do not understand it
All you see is what you make
(What is right)
Crack the mirror and play someone else
(All this time)
Can't you try to save yourself
(What is wrong)
Scorched your friends then hide in a shell
(Dissonance)
Then you wonder why your hell
Lives with you for life
Your creation torments you
Feel your mind ripped apart
By the maggots you won't remove
No end
You build your house of cards again
Scared of the pain that waits outside your prison
Afraid to say you do not understand it
All you see is what you make
The lyrics of Crusade's song "House of Cards" convey a powerful message about the self-imposed limitations and fears that keep us trapped within our own constructed realities. The metaphor of building a house of cards symbolizes the fragile and temporary nature of these constructs, suggesting that they can easily collapse if we avoid facing the harsh realities that lie beyond our comfort zones.
The song begins by highlighting the fear of pain and the reluctance to confront the unknown. The singer is imprisoned by their own thoughts and is afraid to admit their lack of understanding. They only see what they want to see, ignoring the truth that awaits them outside their self-imposed prison.
The lyrics also explore the consequences of living in ignorance and denial. The circle of despair and hatred is a result of betraying all that one knows, perpetuating a cycle that ultimately leads to one's demise. The singer mouths words without any substance, devoid of reason and authenticity. Despite seeking solace within their comforting place, the truth will eventually reveal itself and lead them to their own grave.
The second verse emphasizes the destructive nature of the singer's actions. They try to escape reality by assuming different identities, cracking the mirror and playing someone else. However, this only perpetuates their internal struggle. The lyrics suggest that they should try to save themselves and confront their own wrongdoings instead of hiding behind a shell and further alienating their friends. The dissonance between their actions and the consequences they face leads them to question why they are trapped in their own personal hell.
Overall, "House of Cards" serves as a poignant commentary on the self-deception and avoidance that prevent personal growth and fulfillment. It encourages listeners to confront their fears, acknowledge their limitations, and step outside their comfort zones in order to find true understanding and liberation.
Line by Line Meaning
No end
There is no resolution or conclusion
You build your house of cards again
You construct a fragile and unstable foundation
Scared of the pain that waits outside your prison
You are afraid of the suffering that lies beyond your self-imposed limitations
Afraid to say you do not understand it
You fear admitting your lack of comprehension
All you see is what you make
Your perception is limited to what you create
All you know betrayed
Your knowledge has been deceived
Circle of despair and hatred
You are trapped in a cycle of hopelessness and animosity
Take you to your grave
It will lead to your downfall
Mouthing words but nothings coming out
You speak without expressing any meaningful content
No more reason
There is no longer any logic or justification
Trapped inside your comforting place
You are confined within your own safe but suffocating environment
Peaceful on the surface
Outwardly calm and serene
Truth will beckon you to your grave
The truth will lure you towards your eventual demise
(What is right)
(What is morally correct)
Crack the mirror and play someone else
Break free from your false reflection and assume a different persona
(All this time)
(Throughout this entire period)
Can't you try to save yourself
Why don't you attempt to rescue yourself
(What is wrong)
(What is morally incorrect)
Scorched your friends then hide in a shell
You harmed your companions and now seek refuge in isolation
(Dissonance)
(Conflict or inconsistency)
Then you wonder why your hell
And yet you question why you suffer
Lives with you for life
Endures alongside you indefinitely
Your creation torments you
The thing you have brought into existence causes you anguish
Feel your mind ripped apart
Experience the sensation of your sanity being torn asunder
By the maggots you won't remove
Due to the parasites you refuse to eradicate
No end
There is no resolution or conclusion
You build your house of cards again
You construct a fragile and unstable foundation
Scared of the pain that waits outside your prison
You are afraid of the suffering that lies beyond your self-imposed limitations
Afraid to say you do not understand it
You fear admitting your lack of comprehension
All you see is what you make
Your perception is limited to what you create
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Michael Kupris
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