Currents from Connecticut formerly known as We Came As Plague, in 2009 they reformed as Currents and added Patrizio Arpaia on vocals to bring the band full circle. The band is described as having earth-shattering vocals, monstrous breakdowns and melodic riffs while encompassing that Connecticut groove. Currents is full of technicality, from striking the perfect balance of songs that make you head bang to beautifully crafted melodies.
Sometimes time is the missing ingredient needed in order for an idea to come to fruition. Such is the case with rising metalcore/djent band Currents, who after forming in 2011 spent the next few years discovering their identity and evolving into the thriving band they are today. After a change in vocalist in 2015, adding Brian Wille to the group, Jeff Brown (drums), Chris Wiseman (guitar), Ryan Castaldi (guitar) and Dee Cronkite (bass) solidified their lineup with members who shared a common current of energy that moved through one another towards the same vision.
That vision will come to light on the band's debut album due out this summer. Speaking of the forthcoming record, Brown says "it's definitely dark lyrically. Although some of the leads and drums might make it more upbeat. Over all the album is about Brian's thoughts and fighting his demons. We left all the vocals up to him so he could have full creative control. It turned out awesome and we are super proud of it. The instruments came together over 2 years of writing. We went into the studio with over 50 songs and ideas and left with 13 songs we believed were our best work."
The upcoming record will mark Currents' debut, full-length album, following two previous EPs with their former vocalist. The release also finds them partnering with their new label, SharpTone Records, which is home to contemporaries like Atilla, Emmure, Miss May I, We Came As Romans and While She Sleeps among others.
Discography:
Night Terrors - Single 2017 (SharpTone Records)
Withered - Single 2015
Life // Lost - EP 2015
Anneliese - Single (re-release) 2014
Victimized - EP 2013
Anneliese - Single 2012
King Of Catastrophe - Single 2011
Lineup:
Brian Wille - Vocals
Jeff Brown - Drums
Chris Wiseman - Guitar
Ryan Castaldi - Guitar
Dee Cronkite - Bass
In late 2011 Currents from Texas formed and began writing material for the January 2012 release of a free EP entitled "The King" which is available via bandcamp. After this release Currents worked on playing shows in and out of Houston and ended up signing to Red Cord Records. After a week of secluded writing and 2 weeks in the Red Cord studio Currents is scheduled to release their debut full-length called "Spirit and Truth" under Red Cord records on November 13th 2012.
Lineup:
Clayton Douds - Vocals
Spencer Rose - Guitar
Will Chapman - Guitar
Blake Price - Drums
Delusion
Currents Lyrics
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You're always watching and always waiting for my next dive into misery
Falling into this desperate deception you've left me to rot in
I can't be left alone, this might be your prison, but this is my home
I am a ghost that you can't lock away, so make the most out off all my mistakes
You turn your back, I'll do away with all you've ever known
I am a ghost
What do you want from me?
Why can't you fucking see?
How selfish can you be?
Watching and judging everything that I do
I won't play victim because you
Take everything to heart, take each word I say and tear it apart, analyze each breath I take, watch every move I make
I am a ghost that you can't lock away, so make the most out off all my mistakes
You turn your back, I'll do away with all you've ever known
I am a ghost
Until I fade and cease to breathe, I'll always feel your eyes watching me
You're all I hear; I'm all you see
The only name you'll ever speak
A constant war; you'd rather see me collapse than help me carry all the weight you love to force on my back
You watch me fall again, but I refuse to sit and watch that part of me just die, I deserve my fucking life
You're running out of steam, but you're part of me
If you'd just let yourself see, there's nothing we can't be, but there's just no way to trust you, there's no way to save you, I won't play the victim just cause you
Take everything to heart, take each word I say and tear it apart, analyze each breath I take, watch every move I make
I am a ghost that you can't lock away, so make the most out off all my mistakes
You turn your back, I'll do away with all you've ever known
I am a ghost
Until I fade and cease to breathe, I'll always feel your eyes watching me
You're all I hear; I'm all you see
The only name you'll ever speak
The song "Delusion" by Currents is a powerful exploration of the toxic effects of a controlling and judgmental relationship. The lyrics express the struggle of the singer to maintain their sense of self and independence while being constantly watched and criticized by their partner. The opening lines "I can't go on knowing that you're there alone, it's tearing at my soul" suggest that the singer is concerned for their partner's well-being, but also trapped by their presence. The partner's constant surveillance and "waiting for my next dive into misery" indicate a lack of trust and an expectation of failure, leading the singer to feel like a "ghost" that can't escape the relationship.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more assertive and defiant, rejecting the partner's attempts to control them even as they continue to feel the weight of their gaze. The lines "You're running out of steam, but you're part of me / If you'd just let yourself see, there's nothing we can't be" suggest a glimmer of hope that the relationship could be saved, but ultimately the singer recognizes the impossibility of trusting someone who takes "everything to heart" and tears them down at every opportunity.
Overall, "Delusion" is a haunting and emotionally raw portrayal of a relationship that has gone sour, with themes of control, trust, and independence woven throughout.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't go on knowing that you're there alone, it's tearing at my soul
The idea of you being by yourself is making me suffer.
You're always watching and always waiting for my next dive into misery
You're constantly observing me and anticipating my next unfortunate occurrence.
Falling into this desperate deception you've left me to rot in
I've fallen into this hopeless lie that you've abandoned me in.
I can't be left alone, this might be your prison, but this is my home
I cannot bear being isolated. Although this may be your confinement, it's familiar to me.
I am a ghost that you can't lock away, so make the most out off all my mistakes
You cannot conceal me like a phantom, so take advantage of my errors.
You turn your back, I'll do away with all you've ever known
When you withdraw from me, I'll erase everything you hold dear.
What do you want from me?
What are your intentions towards me?
I won't be part of your plan to derail me
I refuse to be involved in your scheme to ruin me.
Why can't you fucking see?
Why are you unable to comprehend?
How selfish can you be?
You're incredibly egocentric.
Watching and judging everything that I do
Observing and criticizing my every action.
I won't play victim because you
I refuse to assume the role of the victim because of you.
Take everything to heart, take each word I say and tear it apart, analyze each breath I take, watch every move I make
You scrutinize every single thing I do or say, searching for any possible fault.
Until I fade and cease to breathe, I'll always feel your eyes watching me
Even if I perish, I'll always sense your gaze upon me.
You're all I hear; I'm all you see
All you hear is me, and everything you see reminds you of me.
The only name you'll ever speak
You'll only utter my name.
A constant war; you'd rather see me collapse than help me carry all the weight you love to force on my back
It's a never-ending battle between us. You'd rather watch me crumble than alleviate the immense burden you've assigned me.
You watch me fall again, but I refuse to sit and watch that part of me just die, I deserve my fucking life
You witness me stumble repeatedly, but I won't allow that part of me to wither away. I deserve to live a fulfilling existence.
You're running out of steam, but you're part of me
You're slowly losing energy, but you're still a part of me.
If you'd just let yourself see, there's nothing we can't be, but there's just no way to trust you, there's no way to save you, I won't play the victim just cause you
If only you'd open your eyes, there's nothing we cannot accomplish. However, I cannot place my faith in you, and I cannot rescue you. I won't assume the role of the victim just because of you.
Until I fade and cease to breathe, I'll always feel your eyes watching me
Even if I perish, I'll always sense your gaze upon me.
You're all I hear; I'm all you see
All you hear is me, and everything you see reminds you of me.
The only name you'll ever speak
You'll only utter my name.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: BRIAN MICHAEL WILLE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@BrutalCaptivity
This album is a MASTERPIECE.
@dgoo8294
oh yeah straight up, honestly one of the finest albums to ever come out of the genre imo
@patriotstreammedia3635
Agreed, one of the best albums to come out in 2017. Best Memory is my personal favorite
@vergerchristophe7710
In France we say: "un chef d'oeuvre." i'm all right with you
@sourmcnuggets8964
Facts
@jessiemarsh390
Duh
@OutgrownThings
It blows my mind how well-written the entire album’s breakdowns are.
@patriotstreammedia3635
Daniel Varney yeah the guitars in this album are the next level of tasty riffage all of us have been waiting for....for years... this is exactly what the metal scene needed. Also the drums give perfect transitions throughout the album which allows the guitars to flow seamlessly. The only other band who is pushing boundaries in this genre of metal is Polaris, who I would say tied with currents for 2017 album of the year
@boundtoflesh1796
If you haven't heard them check out ERRA. They have a lot of next level musicality and lyrics. I'm not a fan of their newer stuff since they lost their previous vocalist though.
@josephbastidas3561
Chris Wiseman is a genius. His songwriting in Shadow of Intent is equally as mind blowing.