The band is named after a boat belonging to Roughton "Rou" Reynolds' uncle, and a character in a play which he wrote before forming the band, both of which are named Shikari. Despite being offered several major label record deals, their debut album Take to the Skies was released on their own label - Ambush Reality - in March 2007, reaching the dizzy heights of #4 in the UK's official Album Charts and going on to sell over 100,000 copies in the UK (the album was released in Europe through PIAS, in North America on Ambush Reality / Tiny Evil, and in Japan on Hostess).
In March 2008, after spending 12 months on the road across the globe, Enter Shikari set up camp in their rehearsal room (a large shed in Chris Batten's back garden which they christened "The 'Low") to begin writing tracks for their second album such as Antwerpen which was released as a free digital-download from the band's website.
In July they played to their largest live audience at the UK date of Linkin Park's 'Project Revolution' travelling festival alongside JayZ, Pendulum and N*E*R*D, as well as playing several shows with Linkin Park in mainland Europe.
Enter Shikari followed a UK / Ireland tour in October 2008 with the release of a one-off single 'We Can Breathe In Space, They Just Don't Want Us To Escape' (a finished version of a track the band demoed in 2005 but never got around to ever finishing properly until the summer 2008).
In mid-November 2008 the band started work recording their second album in Arreton Manor on the Isle of Wight with producer Andy Gray. Here they demoed, produced and mixed new tracks for the band's second album titled Common Dreads which was released June 15th 2009 on CD, Vinyl and digital download. The first track to be heard by the public was Juggernauts aired on 15th April 2009 as Zane Lowe's "Hottest Track in the World" on BBC Radio 1. Juggernauts was released on the 1st June 2009 reaching #26 in the UK Official Single Charts and was aired regularly by Radio 1.
Following the release of Common Dreads via Ambush Reality on the 15th June 2009, the album reached #16 on the UK Top 40 Official Album Chart and was highly-rated by magazines such as Kerrang!, Rocksound and Metal Hammer. No Sleep Tonight was also released as a single on August 17th 2009 with a large number of remixes following it from artists such as ROUT, Mistabishi, The Qemists and LightsGoBlue.
The band recently visited the US, Germany and the Czech Republic on a mini-tour and have another UK tour scheduled for October 2009 supported by The Devil Wears Prada and also a number of dates with The Prodigy in November.
After their late 2009 UK tour, Enter Shikari toured throughout the US on the extensive summer of 2010 Vans Warped Tour. November 2010 saw Enter Shikari touring with 30 Seconds to Mars.
Enter Shikari's third album titled A Flash Flood Of Colour was recorded at Karma Bay Studios in Bangkok, Thailand and was produced by Dan Weller (former-SikTh guitarist). The album was released on the 16th January 2012 in the UK and worldwide. The first single from the LP was "Sssnakepit". It was released on September 20, 2011 as a digital download. According to the Sssnakepit Songfacts, "Quelle Surprise," which was made available in May 2011, was originally intended to be the first official release from the set, but the band ultimately decided to not include it on the album in the end, although did include it on the Deluxe Version. The second single, "Ghandi Mate, Ghandi" was released as a digital download on iTunes in December, followed by a video of single 'Arguing with Thermometers' posted on YouTube a few days before the release of the album.
Enter Shikari is:
Roughton 'Rou' Reynolds - vocals, electronics
Liam 'Rory' Clewlow - guitar, vocals
Chris Batten - bass, vocals
Rob Rolfe - drums
Enter Shikari
Enter Shikari Lyrics
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I've been hiding here for a thousand years, waiting for your ghost
I've been hiding here for a thousand years, waiting for your ghost
Your life's about to flash before your eyes
Your life's about to flash before your eyes
Stand your ground, this is ancient land
We shall meet, at hells gate
This is fate this is fate this is fate this is fate
Not all is lost the spirits shriek
You will be hunted we shall seek
Perseverance, turn the page
Enter shikari enter shikari
We're not hiding we're not hiding
We're not hiding we're not hiding
We're not hiding now we're not hiding now
I'm in the zone
Alright!
And still we will be here,
Standing like statues
And still we will be here,
Standing like statues
The song "Enter Shikari" is a self-titled song by the band Enter Shikari. The lyrics describe the band's image as a powerful, unrelenting force. The opening line, "Shit! Shit!" sets the tone for the song and establishes a sense of urgency. The first verse, "I've been hiding here for a thousand years, waiting for your ghost" refers to the band's emergence from obscurity, waiting for their chance to shine. They have been patiently waiting for their moment and are now finally ready to show the world what they are capable of.
The chorus, "Your life’s about to flash before your eyes, Stand your ground, this is ancient land, I was guided here by the spirits hand, We shall meet, at hells gate, This is fate this is fate this is fate this is fate" is a message of warning to their listeners. It is a call to action, telling them to brace themselves for the impending revelation that is Enter Shikari, and that their music is destined to be heard by the masses. The second verse, "Not all is lost the spirits shriek, You will be hunted we shall seek, Perseverance, turn the page, Enter Shikari enter shikari" reinforces this message of determination and never giving up.
Line by Line Meaning
Shit! shit!
Expressing frustration or alarm.
I've been hiding here for a thousand years, waiting for your ghost
I've been living in the same place for a long time, waiting to reconnect with someone who is no longer present.
Your life's about to flash before your eyes
You're about to die, and as you do, you'll remember the significant moments of your life.
Stand your ground, this is ancient land
Don't give up or run away, this area has a significant past.
I was guided here by the spirits hand
I feel like the spirits of the region brought me here.
We shall meet, at hells gate
We are going to have a terrible fight at a place symbolic of death and evil.
This is fate this is fate this is fate this is fate
This event is going to happen, and we have no control over it.
Not all is lost the spirits shriek
Don't give up, the spirits of the area are voicing encouragement.
You will be hunted we shall seek
We will come after you.
Perseverance, turn the page
Push through this challenging moment and move on.
Enter shikari enter shikari
Prepare yourself for war.
We're not hiding we're not hiding
We are not afraid.
We're not hiding now we're not hiding now
We are committed to standing our ground.
I'm in the zone
I am focused and ready for action.
Alright!
Expressing agreement or satisfaction.
And still we will be here,
Standing like statues
We will remain steadfast in the face of danger, like unmoving statues.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRIS BATTEN, LIAM RORY CLEWLOW, ROBERT ROLFE, ROUGHTON REYNOLDS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
luis ruiz
Here's the lyrics:
Shit, shit
I've been hiding here for a thousand years
Waiting for your ghost
I've been hiding here for a thousand years
Waiting for your ghost
Your life's about to flash before your eyes
Your life's about to flash before your eyes
Stand your ground, this is ancient land
I was guided here by the spirits hand
We shall meet at Hells gate
This is fate, this is fate, this is fate, this is fate
Not all is lost, the spirits shriek
You will be hunted, we shall seek
Perseverance, turn the page
Enter Shikari, Enter Shikari
We're not hiding, we're not hiding
We're not hiding, we're not hiding
We're not hiding now, we're not hiding now
I'm in the zone
Alright
And still we will be here
Standing like statues
And still we will be here
Standing like statues
And still we will be here
Standing like statues
Phosall Phosphor-us-death-escent
Shit, shit
I've been hiding here for a thousand years
Waiting for your ghost
I've been hiding here for a thousand years
Waiting for your ghost
Your life's about to flash before your eyes
Your life's about to flash before your eyes
Stand your ground, this is ancient land
I was guided here by the spirits hand
We shall meet at Hells gate
This is fate, this is fate, this is fate, this is fate
Not all is lost, the spirits shriek
You will be hunted, we shall seek
Perseverance, turn the page
Enter Shikari, Enter Shikari
We're not hiding, we're not hiding
We're not hiding, we're not hiding
We're not hiding now, we're not hiding now
I'm in the zone
Alright
And still we will be here
Standing like statues
And still we will be here
Standing like statues
And still we will be here
Standing like statues
W Gucci
Kicking off your debut album by shouting 'SHIT'... Legendary
MegaMoominUK
As much as i love (and i really do love) the new songs this will forever be my favourite album of all time! not a bad song all through the album which is rare with a lot of albums nowadays.. If you keep making this kind of awesome music we will always be here... STANDING LIKE STATUES!
deathOM
Best album
Tavarius Farrell
This album is something completely different than any other. Such a great album. It’s my favorite album in the hardcore genre for sure. Very unique and solid all the way around. Just the name enter shikari is badass. Which if you look it up the definition is a Hunter of big game
James
@Tavarius Farrell yeah it may mean that in Hindi but I think the fact that Rou’s Uncle having a boat called Shikari was what gave them the name
Cooler.
Need more hard hitting music mixed with the backing, oldschool trance buildups and sound, you guys are wonderful ❤
Skar Kitti
Greta Knights, enjoy. 😉
Kaysee Page
Just got this album in a charity shop never heard of them before but I’m loving it
Brawling Badger film Productions
Sorry your not a winner is great track
Mister Hutch
Whole album is 🔥 been listening since it was released in 07. I’m 29 lol