Current Lineup:
Heavy Vocals - J.T. Cavey
Guitar/Clean Vocals - Jesse Cash
Drums - Alex Ballew
Bass - Conor Hesse
Guitar - Clint Tustin
Discography:
2010 Debut EP - EP
2010 2nd EP - Andromeda
2011 Debut Album - Impulse
2013 2nd Album - Augment
2014 3rd EP - Moments of Clarity
2016 3rd Album - Drift
2016 4th Album - NEON
2021 5th Album - Erra
Their Bandcamp (With UNFD): https://erramusic.bandcamp.com/music
The band was formed by members of "By Blood and Iron," a Birmingham local band, and the ex-guitarist of "Broadcast the Nightmare," Alan Rigdon. They entered the Studio in late 2009 for their self titled EP. With Guitarists Jesse Cash and Alan Rigdon constantly writing material, they entered the studio again in July of 2010 for their second release, "Andromeda". Andromeda was released in December of 2010.
Soon after the release of "Andromeda," the band was back at 456 Recordings with Brian Hood in Nashville, TN to record their debut album. On November 29th, 2011, Erra released their debut album "Impulse."
In 2012, the band parted ways with their bassist Adam Hicks, who left to finish college. Sean Price joined Erra as the new bassist as they began recording another studio album in 2013. Erra's sophomore album, "Augment" was released on October 29th, 2013.
In 2014, Alan Rigdon, one of the guitarists, and Garrison Lee, the unclean vocalist, both left the band under separate circumstances. Ian Eubanks, a friend of the band, filled the vocalist position; he had filled in for Garrison on tour in the past.
In late May of 2014, the band began teasing new material they had been writing. Just over 5 months later, on November 10th, 2014, Erra released a 5 song EP through Sumerian Records titled "Moments of Clarity." Shortly after the release of the EP, Erra began writing a new album to follow up their 2013 release "Augment."
In 2016 vocalist J.T Cavey (ex-Texas In July) joined the band to replace Ian Eubanks' position. Cavey and the band entered the studio and wrote and released their third studio album Drift. The album reached #1 on the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart. The band toured on the Sumerian 10-year tour, along with Born of Osiris, Veil of Maya, After the Burial and Bad Omens.
2. Nottingham-based grime/garage producer, with releases on Geiom's Berkane Sol and Whistla's L2S.
https://soundcloud.com/erra
3. some K-Pop/Punk artsist, started obviously newly in 2021 with two singles meanwhile.
Their Spotify: ERRA
Skyline
Erra Lyrics
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Taking shape and growing skin
Layer and layer is peeled away
Exhausted
From the repetition of always needing to rebuild
Worn down faces in colorful barren places
Guiding home our wandering minds
Tucking us into tortoise shells
Suppressing the outside sounds of relentless consciousness
Where is contemplative terrain that sleeps with the setting sun?
This nocturnal apathy
Binging on shadow and smoke
It's endlessly coming undone
When the ground falls out who will take my hands?
When things fall apart, who will take my hand?
I never thought that I could withstand falling short when I'm a broken man
You never knew how much I meant it in love
Every night I'm beside you weeks away when you're sleeping alone
Did you ever know how much I meant it?
Millions of tiny pieces looking in on themselves
Reflected in the water
Unaware of each other
Every piece could find its place back in the puzzle
What was one is shattered into many and longs to be whole again
But nothing ever fits quite the same in the end
I never thought that I could withstand falling short when I'm a broken man
You never know how much I meant it in love
I never thought that I could withstand falling short when I'm a broken man
Every night I'm besides you weeks away when you're sleeping alone
Did you ever know how much I meant it?
When the ground falls out who will take my hand?
When things fall apart who will take my hand?
In Erra's song "Skyline," the lyrics speak of the exhaustion and weariness that comes with constantly rebuilding one's life and surroundings in a city setting. The "cityscape skeletons" represent the foundation of the city, while the "growing skin" represents the layers that are added on top of it, only to be peeled away and rebuilt again. The repetition of this cycle leaves people feeling exhausted, as they become worn down and their environment becomes barren and colorless.
The city lights and skylines are portrayed as a way to guide people home and tuck them into a protective shell, shielding them from the constant noise and distractions of the outside world. But amidst this protection, the lyrics speak of a desire for more contemplative and peaceful places that can be found when the sun sets. The darkness brings a sense of apathy, where people give in to their vices and addictions, leading to a sense of being "endlessly coming undone."
The chorus speaks of the fear of falling apart and the need for someone to take their hand in times of crisis. The main emotional weight comes from the idea of trying so hard to be better, to rebuild over and over again, but still ultimately falling short. The singer is a "broken man" and their words of love may have gone unheard or unnoticed. The final verse describes individual people as puzzle pieces, trying to find their place in the world and fitting back into the larger picture, even when things don't quite fit as they once did.
Line by Line Meaning
Cityscape Skeletons
The city resembles a skeleton of its past self, devoid of life and personality.
Taking shape and growing skin
The city is slowly rebuilding itself, giving it a new appearance and identity.
Layer and layer is peeled away
The city's old layers are peeled away to make room for new ones.
Exhausted
The city is tired of constantly having to rebuild and adapt.
From the repetition of always needing to rebuild
The city is forced to constantly rebuild due to economic and societal pressures.
Worn down faces in colorful barren places
The people of the city are tired and drained from living in a once colorful but now desolate place.
City lights and skylines
The lights of the city create the illusion of a vast, majestic skyline.
Guiding home our wandering minds
The city provides a sense of direction and orientation for its residents.
Tucking us into tortoise shells
The city allows its residents to retreat into their own personal world, shielding them from the outside world.
Suppressing the outside sounds of relentless consciousness
The city allows its residents to drown out the noise and chaos of the outside world.
Where is contemplative terrain that sleeps with the setting sun?
The singer is yearning for a peaceful place to reflect and rest.
This nocturnal apathy
The artist feels apathetic and indifferent towards the city at night.
Binging on shadow and smoke
The singer is indulging in the darkness and pollution of the city.
It's endlessly coming undone
The city is in a constant state of chaos and decay, always on the verge of falling apart.
When the ground falls out who will take my hands?
The singer is questioning who will be there for him when everything falls apart.
When things fall apart, who will take my hand?
The artist is further questioning who he can rely on when the city begins to crumble.
I never thought that I could withstand falling short when I'm a broken man
The artist is surprised he's able to overcome his personal struggles despite feeling broken and helpless.
You never knew how much I meant it in love
The singer wishes his loved one knew the depth of his feelings for them.
Every night I'm beside you weeks away when you're sleeping alone
The singer is physically distant from his loved one, causing him emotional pain and loneliness.
Did you ever know how much I meant it?
The artist is desperate for his loved one to understand and acknowledge his love for them.
Millions of tiny pieces looking in on themselves
The city's residents are isolated and disconnected from each other, leading to internal reflection.
Reflected in the water
The city's fragmentation is mirrored in the water's reflection.
Unaware of each other
The city's residents are oblivious to the struggles and pain of others in their community.
Every piece could find its place back in the puzzle
The city's residents have the potential to come together and rebuild their community.
What was one is shattered into many and longs to be whole again
The city's once cohesive identity is now fragmented and seeks to become whole again.
But nothing ever fits quite the same in the end
The city will never be the same even if it rebuilds and adapts.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave
Written by: ALEX BALLEW, JESSE CASH, SEAN PRICE, J. T. CAVEY
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@telamonndoteth
The greatest friend I've ever had in my entire life passed away last month. We served in the Marine Corps together and spent Christmas in the Middle East once too. Just me and him at work, 12 hours a day, sometimes 7 days a week, no one else. We're both out of the Marines now but we hung out every week after we got out since we both moved to Arizona. I lived near him in Phoenix for the first year we were out, but I moved to California for work in July last year and hadn't seen him since then.. I was going to stay with him for 3 days before I drove home to Arkansas for christmas last month. I ate dinner with him a few hours before he died, and that was the first time I'd seen him since I moved to Los Angeles. He had to go run some errands after we ate, but said he'd be home soon to see me. I was waiting in his driveway later that night and he texted me at 10:59 PM to say, "I'm about to be on my way home, see you soon buddy, I love you" He wrecked his motorcycle at 11:01 PM. I fell asleep in my car at his house waiting for him. I woke up at 7 the next morning to my phone ringing in my lap. It was our old Gunnery Sergeant calling me to break the news...It was so hard to drive away from his house and continue the 20 hour drive home to Arkansas from Phoenix by myself for Christmas.. But I didn't have a reason to stay in Phoenix anymore..
I was lucky enough to have his mom pay for all my travel costs to go to his services in his hometown right before Christmas. I got her number from another Marine after I got off the phone with the Gunnery Sergeant.. I remember her saying, "Blake told me you were his best friend in the whole world so I'll do whatever I have to do to get you up here for him." She had only ever met me one time before that. I have had nightmares almost every night since his passing. I am heartbroken.
This was Blake's favorite song. It always makes me think of him. Rest in peace, Blake Justin Newman. United States Marine Corps, 2013-2017. Phoenix Police Dept.
Until Valhalla, Warrior.. My sweetest friend.. I love you. Semper Fidelis, Marine.
His obituary if you would like to read: https://www.calvertmemorial.com/obituaries/Blake-Justin-Newman?obId=9684211
@lukeangi
Yesterday I woke up for work at 6am and this song was stuck in my head.. couldn't figure out why. I got ready for work as I normally do and couldn't help but put this on as I got in my car and headed for work. Though it was only 630am at that point I had completely wrapped my head around this song and was blasting it as I was driving down the road.
The 1st verse kicked in and I started to tear up.. I realized it was this song that was bringing me back to a time when one of my best friends, whom I don't see anymore, would hang out with me almost every day, Skate, play video games, just living it up like best friends could.
I don't see him anymore because he chose a life that I don't want to, and cannot be a part of. He was struggling, like many of us, with a lot and found the wrong avenue to alleviate stress and anxiety. I however managed to pull myself from the depression that I was in and quit with all the bad influences in my life. We could no longer be friends.
We now live different lives and no longer see each other. It is songs like this that helps me to remember the good times I had with my best friend. I ended up playing this song all day and it was a nostalgic feeling like no other. Brought me to tears. Thank you Erra for your music, I can't explain how much it has helped me.
See you in Feb 2023 @ Ace of Spades, Sacramento CA ❤️🔥
@sweetjane6478
Cityscape Skeletons
Taking shape and growing skin
Layer and layer is peeled away
Exhausted
From the repetition of always needing to rebuild
Worn down faces in colorful barren places
City lights and skylines
Guiding home our wandering minds
Tucking us into tortoise shells
Suppressing the outside sounds of relentless consciousness
Where is contemplative terrain that sleeps with the setting sun?
This nocturnal apathy
Binging on shadow and smoke
It's endlessly coming undone
When the ground falls out who will take my hands?
When things fall apart, who will take my hand?
I never thought that I could withstand falling short when I'm a broken man
You never knew how much I meant it in love
Every night I'm beside you weeks away when you're sleeping alone
Did you ever know how much I meant it?
Millions of tiny pieces looking in on themselves
Reflected in the water
Unaware of each other
Every piece could find its place back in the puzzle
What was one is shattered into many and longs to be whole again
But nothing ever fits quite the same in the end
I never thought that I could withstand falling short when I'm a broken man
You never know how much I meant it in love
I never thought that I could withstand falling short when I'm a broken man
Every night I'm besides you weeks away when you're sleeping alone
Did you ever know how much I meant it?
When the ground falls out who will take my hand?
When things fall apart who will take my hand?
@telamonndoteth
The greatest friend I've ever had in my entire life passed away last month. We served in the Marine Corps together and spent Christmas in the Middle East once too. Just me and him at work, 12 hours a day, sometimes 7 days a week, no one else. We're both out of the Marines now but we hung out every week after we got out since we both moved to Arizona. I lived near him in Phoenix for the first year we were out, but I moved to California for work in July last year and hadn't seen him since then.. I was going to stay with him for 3 days before I drove home to Arkansas for christmas last month. I ate dinner with him a few hours before he died, and that was the first time I'd seen him since I moved to Los Angeles. He had to go run some errands after we ate, but said he'd be home soon to see me. I was waiting in his driveway later that night and he texted me at 10:59 PM to say, "I'm about to be on my way home, see you soon buddy, I love you" He wrecked his motorcycle at 11:01 PM. I fell asleep in my car at his house waiting for him. I woke up at 7 the next morning to my phone ringing in my lap. It was our old Gunnery Sergeant calling me to break the news...It was so hard to drive away from his house and continue the 20 hour drive home to Arkansas from Phoenix by myself for Christmas.. But I didn't have a reason to stay in Phoenix anymore..
I was lucky enough to have his mom pay for all my travel costs to go to his services in his hometown right before Christmas. I got her number from another Marine after I got off the phone with the Gunnery Sergeant.. I remember her saying, "Blake told me you were his best friend in the whole world so I'll do whatever I have to do to get you up here for him." She had only ever met me one time before that. I have had nightmares almost every night since his passing. I am heartbroken.
This was Blake's favorite song. It always makes me think of him. Rest in peace, Blake Justin Newman. United States Marine Corps, 2013-2017. Phoenix Police Dept.
Until Valhalla, Warrior.. My sweetest friend.. I love you. Semper Fidelis, Marine.
His obituary if you would like to read: https://www.calvertmemorial.com/obituaries/Blake-Justin-Newman?obId=9684211
@hillbillybudz
Cass Allen hope your doing well my friend. friends that are as dedicated as your were to blake dont exist really anymore. I know how it feels to lose one man. Keep your head up an keep his legacy with you. Love from North Carolina.
@telamonndoteth
@@hillbillybudz thank you brother. I miss him but we really did have the best time together. Much love my friend
@TerminatorZXY
Chilled me to the bone, that's so sad. May he rest in peace.
I'm really sorry it happened to both of you, and his whole family, that shit really sucks. How did he crash his bike? Someone else ran a red light or something?
Semper Fidelis.
@telamonndoteth
@@TerminatorZXY We're not sure honestly. We thought maybe he was drinking, but the other officers at the party said he hadn't drank. I went to the crash site 2 weeks ago, it's on a curve. I think maybe another driver did something he tried to avoid maybe. We'll never know.
@TerminatorZXY
@@telamonndoteth I hope if someone did it, the bastard gets locked up.
Stay strong buddy.
@erikshaw7
I wish everybody would give these guys the listen they deserve. One of the best bands around.
@muman717
Erik Shaw I think you missed the word "best". Though they are one of the bands that are around haha
@erikshaw7
Michael Muller haha oops
@muman717
But I agree! Haha been into them since Andromeda!