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
Poverty of Self
Currents Lyrics
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The guilty prosper, consumed by greed
A vicious cycle stuck on repeat
The innocent stripped of humanity
You build your walls to keep us in
Imprisoned in our apathy
You live a life of selfishness
Corruption
Endless division fuelled by fear
Destruction
The end is drawing near
The broken suffer, brought to their knees
The guilty prosper, consumed by greed
A vicious cycle stuck on repeat
The innocent stripped of humanity
The classes separate watching as the guillotine swings
Crippled with no recourse, they begin to take the lead
Ushering an age of dynasties, we are never free
This is Hell
This is Hell
Poverty of self
You build your walls to keep us in
Imprisoned in our apathy
You live a life of selfishness
While we carry the dead weight
Corruption
Endless division fuelled by fear
Destruction
The end is drawing near
Poverty of self
Powered by a blood-red greed, you lurk
Searching for a means to spread your meaningless worth
The lyrics of Currents's song "Poverty of Self" delves into the theme of social and economic inequality. The first verse paints a picture of the rich and guilty prospering while the innocent suffer and are stripped of their humanity. The lyrics point to a vicious cycle where the disadvantaged struggle as the privileged hoard more wealth and control. The second verse speaks to the corrupt nature of the society we live in, fueled by fear and division. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the central theme of the song, which is the poverty of self that ensues when greed takes over.
The bridge of the song speaks to a class divide where the powerless begin to take the lead as the guillotine falls. However, the cycle continues as dynasties are ushered, and we are never free. The lyrics then hammer home the idea of hell on earth, which is the consequence of the poverty of self. The final verse drives home the theme of blood-red greed and the meaningless worth that propels it.
Overall, "Poverty of Self" stands out as a powerful anthem about inequality and the effects of greed on society. The song's message is clear, and the lyrics are thought-provoking and impactful, making it a must-listen for those who enjoy music that addresses social issues.
Line by Line Meaning
The broken suffer, brought to their knees
Those who are broken by societal inequality are powerless and subjected to oppression.
The guilty prosper, consumed by greed
The privileged prosper at the expense of the oppressed, motivated by greed and self-interest.
A vicious cycle stuck on repeat
The above two factors cause the cycle of inequality to continue without end.
The innocent stripped of humanity
Those who suffer due to inequality are dehumanized and robbed of their dignity.
You build your walls to keep us in
The privileged use their power to restrict the opportunities of the oppressed and maintain their dominance.
Imprisoned in our apathy
The oppressed are made to feel powerless and passive, leading to a sense of hopelessness and paralysis.
You live a life of selfishness
The privileged prioritize their own comfort and interests over the needs of others and society as a whole.
While we carry the dead weight
The oppressed are tasked with bearing the burden of society's problems while the privileged benefit from their labor.
Corruption
Societal institutions and those in power are plagued by corruption and dishonesty.
Endless division fuelled by fear
Fear and hate-mongering perpetuate societal divides and prevent progress towards justice and equality.
Destruction
The negative impacts of inequality and societal rot will eventually lead to collapse and devastation.
The end is drawing near
The consequences of inequality are becoming increasingly dire and cannot be ignored.
The classes separate watching as the guillotine swings
The elites watch from a distance as violence and unrest unfold among the oppressed, oblivious to their role in causing it.
Crippled with no recourse, they begin to take the lead
As the oppressed are pushed to their limits, they begin to fight back and take control of their own destiny.
Ushering an age of dynasties, we are never free
Even when the oppressed take power, the cycle of inequality continues, perpetuating dynasties of power and oppression.
This is Hell
Society under oppression is a living nightmare, characterized by suffering and injustice.
Poverty of self
The total loss of autonomy and self-determination among the oppressed caused by societal inequality.
Powered by a blood-red greed, you lurk
The greed and callousness that fuels societal inequality are depicted as a dangerous predator lurking beneath the surface, waiting to strike.
Searching for a means to spread your meaningless worth
The privileged are depicted as actively working to devalue the worth of the oppressed and maintain their own dominance and status.
Writer(s): Brian Willie, Chris Wiseman, Matt Young, Ryan Castaldi
Contributed by Muhammad D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nick Czarnick Covers
Every rock/metal band in 2020: lets try to incorporate some pop so we can get radio time Currents: let’s incorporate some deathcore to melt ppls faces
please ignore this is my old account
This has deathcore? I really gotta learn more about names of the genres I enjoy
TheLoneWolf
@please ignore this is my old account currents are metalcore. but this song is basically borderline deathcore. if you want to see the difference between metalcore and deathcore, compare currents to shadow of intent. since the guitarist of both currents and shadow of intent is chris wiseman
Zyaire Kobe
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Carter Adelman
Metalcore as a whole this year has been insane. The whole genre is gaining so much momentum
Joseph Ornelas
Agreed 👍
Chris Neugz
Carter Adelman djent has saved metalcore in my opinion
Vorhees
It has. There was a lot of good bands discovered this year and a lot of bands putting out good stuff. There was some that kind of didn’t meet expectations cough wage war cough but for the most part metal this year was awesome
Jason Loves Music Reacting
@Chris Neugz IG? Every Time I Die, Killswitch Engage, Phinehas, and Counterparts prove that you don't need to downtune in order to stay heavy...