Its only fitting that the group made a terrific impact at the 2005 Rock Summit, an industry event drawing national attention and also featuring performances by Stryper, Casting Pearls and Sanctus Real. Though the guys had been refining their sound on the road since 1998, performing everything from covers in club settings (with a heavy leaning towards Hootie and the Blowfish) to worship selections in more ministry-focused environments, DecembeRadios sheer grit and passion absolutely entranced those gathered.
"We kind of went into the Rock Summit like everything else we do, mostly because we had not done much industry stuff other than a few showcases," explains the groups guitarist Eric Miker. "So that gave us the advantage of not being nervous and not really even knowing who was going to be there, but we got the attention of a lot of DJs and the industry in general to name us 'Buzz Band of the Year'."
Perhaps it was the groups incredibly entertaining live spectacle or maybe it was the members down to earth approach on stage that earned them this illustrious honor, along with a spot a few months later on BILLBOARDMagazines Faces to Watch cover story as the scales tipped towards 2006. Rather than going in with the intention to impress, the troupe tore into its regularly scheduled program of cutting edge musical expressions with a sincere and mature commitment to ministry not often found in a group of twentysomethings.
"There's definitely a lot in the set for musicians or any rock n roll fan to like- the energy, the guitar solos and the drum solos," notes lead guitarist Brian Bunn. "But we also try to react to the audience on a deeper level and with a more spiritual mindset. We have a set of worship that brings all that into focusone of the guys shares a message, and we have a time of prayer. Then we celebrate again at the end and really rock out."
Considering the players tightly sealed cohesion and unbreakable chemistry on stage, DecembeRadio never had a problem catching its ambitious sound in the studio through a string of independent releases. But its recent partnership with Slanted has opened the doors to an all-new method of recording - one that teams them with acclaimed producer Scotty Wilbanks (Third Day, Overflow, NewSong) and a trip to Southern Tracks in Atlanta (allowing them to use the same gear as many of their heroes).
The results have yielded a full-length record packed with a slew of single-ready, hook-heavy, infectious jams that unfold as a natural extension of the mind-blowing concert experience. Considering DecembeRadio has its influence pool rooted in the most lauded acts of yesterday while simultaneously keeping its pulse on the alternative sounds of today, the quartet has an obvious appeal to mainstream audiences and is likely to introduce the Christian marketplace to a whole new pedigree of power.
"That's kind of what were hoping for-to be attractive to the unsaved, along with believers who don't typically listen to Christian music," explains drummer Boone Daughdrill. "Sometimes Christian music cant satisfy the needs of someone in their late 20s or early 30s who grew up on the hard rockin' stuff and finds that attractive, but also experiences a spiritual level through the music. People always say to us you dont sound like what I usually hear in Christian music, and that's what were praying for- to have the Lord use what were creating to touch their hearts."
"We're not out to try to be rock stars, we're just a bunch of southern boys who want to hang out, have a good time and inspire others," sums up Bunn. "But were not trying to play it safe musically or spiritually. Were not interested in selling out to the industry to be famous and were passionate about being technically on top of our game. We realize each day that without God were nothing, and its our mission to spread His message through music. Without that, we'd be unhappy and lonely. You're never going to be happy, find peace or comfort without the fulfillment of Christ in your life."
Razor
DecembeRadio Lyrics
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The lyrics of DecembeRadio's song Razor speak of the deep impact that hurtful words can have on a person. The singer compares the words to a razor that cut deep and leaves behind wounds that never heal. The words spoken to him are more than just writing on a page, they haunt him every day, and the tongue of the person speaking them is sharper than a blade. The pain inflicted by these words is immense, and it's hard to forget the hurt they have caused.
The singer pleads for the person to stop throwing stones and to leave him alone, but it seems that they don't care about the pain that their words cause. He asks them to try and put themselves in his shoes, to feel what it's like to be abused. The hope is that someday they will see the damage that they have done and the deep scars that their words have left.
Line by Line Meaning
your words are more than writing on a page
Your words have more impact on my life than just being mere writing on a piece of paper.
they're in my mind, they haunt me everyday
Your words keep coming back to me and they disturb me on a daily basis.
your tongue is sharper than a blade
Your words are so cutting that they are akin to a sharp weapon.
leave me alone, stop throwing stones
Please stop attacking me with your words and just leave me in peace.
oh, don't ya know
A rhetorical phrase questioning if the person is aware of the impact of their words on the other person.
like a razor you cut me
Your words harm me deeply like a razor would.
deeper than you know
The impact of your words is greater than you may realize.
the words you use are poison
The words you choose to use are harmful and toxic.
they kill me one by one
Your words are taking a toll on me, one hurtful statement at a time.
slowly inflicting wounds that never heal
Your words are causing lasting damage that I may never fully recover from.
do you, do you even care to think about the pain I have to bear
The question is posed to the person if they even consider the pain their words inflict upon the other person.
just stop, walk a mile in my shoes
Please stop speaking without considering how you would feel if the roles were reversed and you were the one being harmed.
how does it feel to be abused
A question posed to the listener to consider how it feels to be on the receiving end of hurtful words.
and after all the things you said to me
After all the hurtful things you have said to me,
I pray that you will someday see
I hope that you will eventually realize how your words have affected me.
deeper than you know
Once again emphasizing that the impact of the hurtful words is greater than the person may understand.
yeah,
An exclamation, expressing emotion or emphasis.
like a razor you cut me
Reiterating that the person's words harm the other person deeply, as if they were using a sharp blade.
you cut me
Emphasizing that the hurtful words cause real and lasting harm to the other person.
Contributed by Tyler K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.