Chad Ackerman.
Duane Reed.
Nick Maldon… Read Full Bio ↴Destroy The Runner was:
Chad Ackerman.
Duane Reed.
Nick Maldonado.
Tanner Sparks.
Marc Kohlbry.
Destroy the Runner was an American metalcore band from San Diego, California, United States. Tim Lambesis of As I Lay Dying managed them for their album Saints, and did so again with Jason Rudolph for their second album I, Lucifer.
There comes a time in every artist’s life in which he must find himself through his medium. He must pry himself from any hint of reliance upon others and their art, and embrace who he is and what he was born to create.
Such is the case for Destroy The Runner, and their sophomore effort, ‘I, Lucifer’. Much like Radiohead with ‘OK Computer’ or U2 with ‘Joshua Tree’, Destroy The Runner have birthed a giant with ‘I, Lucifer’. 2006 saw the release of their debut album ‘Saints’, and while a solid effort, the record did not point towards a band satisfied with their sound, but rather, one developing it. ‘I, Lucifer’ sees Destroy The Runner as a band fully realized.
“We realized very quickly after the release of ‘Saints’ that our musical passion had shifted” explains the band. “We knew we needed to do something on our own terms, regardless of what people thought or wanted to hear. We needed to be who we really were and make an album that reflected that.” That album, ‘I, Lucifer’, is set to change the face of aggressive music as we all know it. Full of an unbridled passion and energy, the album does not let up throughout its 11 tracks. Each track shines with a uniqueness and feel unlike its predecessor, but the album flows soundlessly. ‘I, Lucifer’ is something that artistically has not been attempted, much less fully realized, by any of the bands peers. this is the album that will put Destroy The Runner on the map and solidify a position as a forerunner of aggressive music.
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On April 15, 2008, Destroy the Runner released I, Lucifer. The album has a more progressive sound, with less screaming than their previous album.[2] It charted in the U.S. on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart at #27 and on the Top Heatseekers chart at #25.
On August 11, 2009 the band announced on their myspace blog that they are in the studio writing and recording and will have new material out soon.[3]
On the October 4, 2009 the band announced via myspace bulletin that they would release a b-side from Saints before their new album would be released.
October 24, 2009 saw Chad Ackerman post a video on Youtube to answer some questions about their upcoming album. The album was supposedly to be heavier than I, Lucifer, Chad was to be screaming on the album, and Jordan Mancino of As I Lay Dying was rumored to be recording drums for the band.
December 3, 2009 the band released a statement saying that the b side from Saints will be entitled Sinners, and that Chad Ackerman re-wrote and recorded lyrics for the song. The B-side is now available online through iTunes.
On 16th of May 2010, Destroy the Runner announced that they would taking an "indefinite hiatus". While the band has broken up, the members continue to be involved with music. Chad and Tanner stated that they will be pursuing their band, Chapter 14, full time.
In 2008, both current and past members of the band helped to work on Total Brutal, the debut album by Austrian Death Machine, a side-project of vocalist Tim Lambesis (of As I Lay Dying). Chad Ackerman voiced all of the "Ahhnold" impersonations on Total Brutal".
Chapter 14 is currently recording and the band consists of Chad, Tanner, and Mike Catalano(Destroy The Runner/Chiodos)on drums, Eddie Hudson(Paper Mache)on bass, and Noah Slifka(In Fear & Faith)on guitar.
Chad Ackerman, Kevin Kelsey(Kmotiv), and Sean Sallings are currently writing and recording material as Count Your Curses.
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Saints
Destroy The Runner Lyrics
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Sounding silent alarms
Will you love me when you hear me lie?
This last time
I've seen a sea of change
This fleeting love that leaves me alone
This last time
Lift me now from this pain
As we die
We've dimmed our lights past darkness
Hiding our way back from this
Swallowing every glimpse of our faithfulness
Who will guide us home when we cannot see?
The weak to follow the lead
It's taking over our lives
As we live, as we die
The lyrics of the song "Saints" by Destroy The Runner encapsulate the struggle of faith and the search for stability in a world that's constantly changing. The opening lines, "This was my call to your arms, sounding silent alarms," signify the plea for help and guidance from a higher power or someone who can offer a sense of security. The vulnerability in the lines "Will you love me when you hear me lie? This last time" suggests the singer's guilt and potential lack of faith. The following lines, "I've seen a sea of change, this fleeting love that leaves me alone," embody the idea of losing faith and love, leaving the singer in isolation. The next line, "Lift me now from this pain, you know the way to bring me home," is a plea for rescue from this isolation, with the singer begging for solace and a homecoming from their turmoil.
The chorus, "As we die, we've dimmed our lights past darkness, hiding our way back from this, swallowing every glimpse of our faithfulness, who will guide us home when we cannot see?" seems to explore the idea of living in a world where people strive to be "saints" but fall short of the glory of god. The line "we've dimmed our lights past darkness" implies how individuals may fall into darkness, and it is difficult for them to find their way back. The singer mentions this behavior in "swallowing every glimpse of our faithfulness," inferring that we often ignore or attempt to hide our flaws instead of seeking help. The concluding line, "who will guide us home when we can't see," emphasizes the need for guidance when we're lost.
Overall, "Saints" offers a glimpse into the battle between faith and doubt and the search for guidance in a confusing world. The song speaks to the need for reaching out for help and finding solace in the midst of confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
This was my call to your arms
I am reaching out to you, asking for your help and support.
Sounding silent alarms
I am secretly struggling and in pain, but not expressing it out loud.
Will you love me when you hear me lie?
I am asking if you'll still accept and care for me even when I am not truthful or honest with you.
This last time
This is the final chance I am giving to receive help and support from you.
I've seen a sea of change
There has been a significant transformation in my life and circumstances.
This fleeting love that leaves me alone
The love and connection I've experienced has been temporary and deserting, making me feel isolated.
This last time
Once again, this is my final chance for help and support.
Lift me now from this pain
I am desperate for relief from the suffering and agony I am facing.
You know the way to bring me home
You are aware of how to help and guide me back to a healthy and safe space.
As we die
As we face hardships and challenges, our hope may be diminishing.
We've dimmed our lights past darkness
We have lost our way and are trapped in a dark, hopeless state.
Hiding our way back from this
We are struggling to find a route back to the light and positivity.
Swallowing every glimpse of our faithfulness
Despite the challenges we face, we are trying our best to hold onto our beliefs and values.
Who will guide us home when we cannot see?
When we are blinded by pain, confusion, or despair, we need someone to guide and support us.
The weak to follow the lead
Those who are vulnerable may need to rely on others or follow their example to cope with the trials of life.
It's taking over our lives
The hardship or struggle has consumed us and become the dominant factor in our existence.
As we live, as we die
We face struggles and challenges throughout our lives, but it's how we handle them that defines us.
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