In 2014they announced reunion shows.
Contents
* 1 History
o 1.1 Consumed by Your Poison (2002—2004)
o 1.2 The Healing Process (2005—2006)
o 1.3 The Ills of Modern Man and Day of Mourning (2007—2010)
* 2 Band members
* 3 Discography
o 3.1 Studio albums
o 3.2 DVDs
o 3.3 Other releases
* 4 Music videos
* 5 References
* 6 External links
History
Consumed by Your Poison (2002—2004)
Despised Icon was founded in January 2002 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Shortly after their formation, the group signed with Galy Records, and released their debut album, Consumed by Your Poison in October of that year.[1] The following year, Despised Icon had undergone several changes in their lineup. In early 2004, the group returned with a new formation, consisting of two vocalists Steve Marois and Alexandre Erian, guitarists Yannick St-Amand and Eric Jarrin, bassist Sebastien Piche, and drummer Alexandre Pelletier, and recorded a self-financed EP entitled Syndicated Murderers,[1] followed by a split EP with Bodies in the Gears of the Apparatus, issued through Relapse Records.[2][3]
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The Healing Process (2005—2006)
Despised Icon signed a worldwide deal with Century Media in January 2005. Despised Icon released their second studio album, The Healing Process through the label on April 5, 2005. It was produced by the band's guitarist Yannick St-Amand, mixed by Jean-Francois Dagenais and mastered by Alan Douches.[5]
Despised Icon toured in support of The Healing Process in 2005, alongside artists including Cryptopsy, Quo Vadis, Vader, Suffocation, Aborted, Immolation, Deicide and continued touring into 2006 with Through the Eyes of the Dead, Ed Gein, Morbid Angel, Behemoth, Hatebreed, Exodus, The Black Dahlia Murder and Napalm Death. During the same year, their debut album, Consumed by Your Poison was re-released through Century Media. In early 2007, they went on tour supporting Unearth, along with Job for a Cowboy and Dååth.
[edit] The Ills of Modern Man and Day of Mourning (2007—2010)
Bassist Max Lavelle at 2008's Never Say Die! tour held in London.
The band's third studio album, The Ills of Modern Man was recorded and released in 2007 through Century Media Records and was produced by their former guitarist, Yannick St. Amand.[6] That summer, they toured supporting Job for a Cowboy along with The Faceless and A Life Once Lost. Following that tour, they went on tour supporting Suicide Silence, along with Winds of Plague. In the winter of that year, they toured with The Acacia Strain, Full Blown Chaos, The Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza, and Ligeia. They also toured supporting Misery Index, along with Beneath the Massacre and Man Must Die. On 18 June 2008, the original bassist Sebastien Piché has left the band due to him having a full-time job and being a new father. Piché was replaced by Max Lavelle from Goratory. They were then on the 2008 Summer Slaughter Tour alongside The Black Dahlia Murder, Vader, Cryptopsy, The Faceless, Aborted, Born of Osiris, Psycroptic, and Whitechapel.
In late October 2008, Despised Icon announced the details of their first DVD, entitled Montreal Assault, which was released January 27, 2009. The DVD features a multi-camera shoot from the band's sold-out hometown show, along with a documentary, in addition to all their music videos.[7] It was originally intended to be released on January 17th, but was delayed due to manufacturing problems.[8] In December 2008, guitarist Al Glassman left Despised Icon to join Job for a Cowboy in replacement of their original guitarist Ravi Bhadriraju.[9] During their 2009 Montreal Assault Tour, Despised Icon announced that they were recording a new studio album, entitled Day of Mourning, that was released on 22 September 2009 by Century Media Records.[10] On July 17, 2009, Despised Icon released their song, "MVP" as the first song off of Day of Mourning onto the web. They played on the 2009 Thrash and Burn Tour alongside DevilDriver, Emmure, Veil of Maya, For the Fallen Dreams, Oceano, Periphery, MyChildren MyBride, and Thy Will Be Done. Their fourth album Day of Mourning was released as scheduled on September 22, 2009, and reached #162 on the Billboard 200 as of September 30th, 2009. A music video was created and released for the title track of the album.
On April 7, 2010, Despised Icon made an announcement that they will be disbanding. They explained that this is due to the members of the band reaching "a new chapter in their lives, starting families, buying houses and pursuing other careers to make it all happen. Writing music, touring and leaving home for months at a time is slowly becoming impossible because of that. We all decided that it’d be best to pull the plug now and end things right."[11][12] Their farewell European tour will include an appearance at the Hevy Music Festival on August 7, 2010 near Folkestone, UK.
During the year of 2010, Despised Icon played their United States, Australia, Japan, European, and Canadian Tour. On December 5 2010, Despised Icon performed their final six shows in Toronto, Ontario and their hometown of Montreal, Quebec. These shows included their current line-up as well as the past line-ups from their first two records.[13]
[edit] Band members
Final line-up
* Alexandre Erian – vocals (2003–2010) drums (2002–2003)
* Eric Jarrin – guitar (2002–2010)
* Ben Landreville – guitar (2009–2010)
* Max Lavelle – bass (2008–2010)
* Steve Marois – vocals (2002–2010)
* Alexandre Pelletier – drums (2003–2010)
Former
* Al Glassman – guitar (2006–2008)
* Marie-Hélène Landry – vocals (2002–2003)
* Sebastien Piché – bass (2002–2008)
* Yannick St-Amand – guitar (2002–2006)
Discography
Studio albums
2002 Consumed by Your Poison
* Released: October 2, 2002
* Label: Galy
* Re-released in 2006 through Century Media
including two re-recordings.
2005 The Healing Process
* Released: April 5, 2005
* Label: Century Media
* Features two re-recorded songs that were originally included on their Syndicated Murders EP.
2007 The Ills of Modern Man
* Released: May 22, 2007
* Label: Century Media
* A deluxe edition that includes a bonus DVD was also released.
2009 Day of Mourning
* Released: September 22, 2009
* Label: Century Media
* Reached #162 on the Billboard 200
[edit] DVDs
Year Album details
2009 Montreal Assault
* Released: 2009
* Label: Century Media
[edit] Other releases
Year Album details Notes
2004 Syndicated Murderers
* EP
* Released: 2004
* Label: —
* Features two tracks that were later re-recorded for The Healing Process.
2005 Bodies in the Gears of the Apparatus and Despised Icon
* Split album with Bodies in the Gears of the Apparatus.
* Released: January 11, 2005
* Label: Relapse (Catalog # 6632)
2006 Demos 2002 & 2004
* Demo albums
* Released: 2006
* Label: Galy (Catalog # 44)
* Split with Ion Dissonance, including:
o .357 demo, 2002 by Ion Dissonance;
o Syndicated Murderers promo, 2004 by Despised Icon.
Music videos
Year Title Director
2006 "The Sunset Will Never Charm Us" Jean-Phillipe Bernier[14][15]
2007 "In the Arms of Perdition"
2008 "Furtive Monologue" Jonathan Desbiens[16]
2009 "Day of Mourning" Kartel Films
[edit] References
1. ^ a b Rivadavia, Eduardo. "Despised Icon > Biography". allmusic. http://www.allmusic.com/artist/p698588. Retrieved 2008-10-13.
2. ^ [1] Century Media Records published Despised Icon biography
3. ^ [2] Galy Records published Despised Icon biography
4. ^ [3] Relapse Records published Despised Icon biography
5. ^ "Despised Icon sign Worldwide deal with Century Media Records". Blabbermouth.net. 2005-01-11. http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=31384. Retrieved 2008-06-26.
6. ^ Bowar, Chad "Despised Icon Interview" 2007
7. ^ "Despised Icon: DVD Details Revealed". Blabbermouth.net. 2008-10-23. http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=107518. Retrieved 2008-11-09.
8. ^ Montreal Assault Delayed Blabbermouth
9. ^ http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=110772
10. ^ "Despised Icon to Release Day of Mourning in September". Blabbermouth.net (Roadrunner Records). 3 June 2009. http://www.roadrunnerrecords.com/BlabberMouth.Net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=121297. Retrieved 2 July 2009.
11. ^ DESPISED ICON : Official Website
12. ^ "Despised Icon To Call It A Day", ThePRP.com, 7 April 2010, Retrieved on 2010-04-07
13. ^ Despised Icon: Issue Final Statement Before the Last Six Shows of Their Career
14. ^ "Despised Icon - "The Sunset Will Never Charm Us"". MTV Networks. 2006-03-28. http://www.mtv.com/videos/despised-icon/80221/the-sunset-will-never-charm-us.jhtml#artist=1915296. Retrieved 2008-11-09.
15. ^ "Despised Icon - "In the Arms of Perdition"". MTV Networks. 2007-06-04. http://www.mtv.com/videos/despised-icon/155334/in-the-arms-of-perdition.jhtml#artist=1915296. Retrieved 2008-11-09.
16. ^ "Despised Icon - "Furtive Monologue"". MTV Networks. 2008-03-04. http://www.mtv.com/videos/despised-icon/213405/furtive-monologue.jhtml#artist=1915296. Retrieved 2008-11-09.
Legacy
Despised Icon Lyrics
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Confronted by your own mortality
Yet you speak so softly
I know you’re still in there
Inside that weakened shell, clinging to reality
A Pharaoh lost in hell, fallen from our family tree
Your heart is pure, please do not despair
I know you’re still in there
Blurred vision, loss of concentration
Sumerian secrets trapped inside your memory
Blessed by your presence for many generations
Sumerian secrets, we’ll carry on your legacy
“Apôtre des enfants et gardien de leur foi
Vainqueur de l’ignorance, à l’âme si fatale; Si fatale
Honneur à toi! Honneur à toi! Honneur à toi!”
Our family’s lord and saviour
Alas, your day will come
You will remain always a father figure
Alas, your day will come
You will remain always a father figure
Left the motherland for greener pastures
Can’t you remember?
You guided us through our failures
We are of the same blood
I know you’re still in there
Tired, disillusioned
Can’t escape this mental prison
Your heart is pure, please do not despair
I know you’re still in there
Blurred vision, loss of concentration
Sumerian secrets trapped inside your memory
Blessed by your presence, nearly for a century
Sumerian secrets, we’ll carry on your legacy
We’ll carry on your legacy
Sumerian secrets, we’ll carry on your legacy
Cradle to the grave
Tales from the Nile flooding the Saint Lawrence
No more denial, no more suffering in silence
Cradle to the grave
At peace with your sentence
These lyrics convey a deep sense of empathy and understanding towards someone who is experiencing confusion and struggling with their mortality. The singer acknowledges that the individual is still within, despite their weakened state, and recognizes their pure heart and urge them not to lose hope.
The second paragraph introduces the theme of blurred vision and loss of concentration, possibly implying the deterioration of the person's mental faculties. The mention of "Sumerian secrets trapped inside your memory" suggests that this individual holds valuable knowledge or wisdom from ancient times. The singer feels blessed to have had this person's presence for many generations and vows to carry on their legacy, honoring their life and their contributions.
The third paragraph includes French phrases that translate to "Apostle of children and guardian of their faith" and "Honor to you!" These lines highlight the person's role in guiding and protecting the younger generation, fighting against ignorance and its destructive effects. They are praised for their noble and fateful soul.
The fourth paragraph reveals that the person being addressed is a father figure, someone who has played a significant role in the singer's life and the lives of the others in their family. The lyrics celebrate the impact this person has had, acknowledging that their day will come, and they will always remain a symbol of fatherly love and guidance. The reference to leaving the motherland and the shared blood emphasizes the deep familial connection.
The final paragraph brings the focus back to the person's mental state, describing their tiredness and disillusionment. The mention of a "mental prison" implies that they are trapped within their own mind, perhaps due to aging or illness. Despite this, the singer emphasizes that their heart is still pure and urges them not to lose hope. The lyrics once again mention the valuable Sumerian secrets they hold, and the commitment to carrying on their legacy, even after they have passed away.
Overall, the song Legacy is a tribute to a beloved family member who is facing the challenges of mortality and declining mental health. It expresses understanding and empathy for their struggle while also celebrating their contributions and vowing to uphold their memory and wisdom.
Line by Line Meaning
Confusion’s in your eyes
You are disoriented and uncertain
Confronted by your own mortality
Facing the reality of your impending death
Yet you speak so softly
Despite your struggle, you remain calm
I know you’re still in there
I believe your true self is still present
Inside that weakened shell, clinging to reality
You are holding onto your identity despite physical decline
A Pharaoh lost in hell, fallen from our family tree
You were once a pillar of our family, but now face suffering
Your heart is pure, please do not despair
Your character remains virtuous, don't lose hope
Blurred vision, loss of concentration
Your mind is clouded and focus is fading
Sumerian secrets trapped inside your memory
Ancient knowledge locked within your mind
Blessed by your presence for many generations
We are fortunate to have had you in our lives for so long
Sumerian secrets, we’ll carry on your legacy
We will honor you by preserving and passing on your knowledge
Our family’s lord and saviour
You have been our guiding force and protector
Alas, your day will come
Unfortunately, your final moments are approaching
You will remain always a father figure
Your influence in our lives will never fade
Left the motherland for greener pastures
You immigrated to seek a better life
Can’t you remember?
Do you not recall your previous achievements?
You guided us through our failures
You supported us during difficult times
We are of the same blood
We share a strong familial bond
Tired, disillusioned
Weary and disenchanted
Can’t escape this mental prison
Unable to break free from your mental burdens
We’ll carry on your legacy
We will continue your traditions and values
Cradle to the grave
From birth until death
Tales from the Nile flooding the Saint Lawrence
Stories of your heritage reaching new lands
No more denial, no more suffering in silence
We will face the truth and end our silent suffering
At peace with your sentence
Accepting your fate
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Alexandre Erian, Eric Jarrin
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