In 1978 the band Hell Razor formed in Ottawa ON,Canada. The band consisted of John Ricci (guitars), Dan Beehler (drums) and Allan James Johnson (bass). In 1980 they changed their name to Exciter and recorded a demo which they then sent to Mike Varney of Shrapnel Records. Varney included one song from it, "World War III", on the compilation album US Metal Volume II in 1982. Shortly after that Exciter were signed to Shrapel Records. In 1983 they released their debut album, Heavy Metal Maniac.
Later that year Exciter signed a record-deal with Jon Zazula's Megaforce Records and 1984 they released their second album, Violence & Force. After a few opening dates with Anthrax They embarked on their first U.S. tour with Mercyful Fate. Exciter switched to a new label, Music For Nations and travelled to London to record their third album (produced by Motörhead producer Guy Bidhead). The album would be titled Long Live the Loud. It was a slightly more 'mainstream' heavy metal sound than the speed/thrash metal of the first two albums. After its release the band went on an European tour with Accept and later a U.S. tour with Motörhead and Megadeth. Before the year ended they released the 3-track EP [[Feel the Knife, which was the last release from the original line-up. Shortly after its release, John Ricci quit the band and was replaced by Brian McPhee.
Along with a new guitarist came a new, more melodic sound. The next album, Unveiling the Wicked, was released in 1986 on the Music For Nations label. After its release the band went out on a very successful European tour with Motörhead and Manowar. It was decided at this time that Dan Beehler (who had handled both drums and vocals since the band's inception) would not sing anymore. A new vocalist was found in Rob Malnati who made his debut on the 1988 album Exciter(O.T.T.). The album was released on the Canadian record label Maze Music. With Exciter(O.T.T.) the band pushed the melodic sound even further. A Canadian tour followed but after that the band went on hiatus.
In 1991 the band re-emerged with Dan Beehler on drums and also lead vocals again. Original guitarist John Ricci also returned to the fold. Bass duties were handled by David Ledden. Their first recording was the song "Born to Kill" which appeared on a compilation album titled "Capitol Punishment" released in 1991.
In 1992 the band signed with German metal label Noise Records and recorded their sixth album entitled Kill after Kill. The band went on a three week European tour with Rage. In 1993 they released their first live album, Better Live than Dead, which had been recorded during their 1991 Canadian tour. The album consisted of songs taken from the first three albums. After this release the band disappeared for a second time. It would be three years before they would be heard from again.
In March of 1996 an almost completely new line-up was announced. Guitarist, John Ricci, was the only returning original member. Jacques Bélanger was the new vocalist and Rick Charron and Marc Charron (no relation) would handle drum and bass duties. The new line-up played a few well received shows in Canada before recording a new album entitled The Dark Command. This album was released in 1997. With one of their strongest albums in years, the band went out on a European tour with Anvil and Flotsam and Jetsam.
Between 1998 and 2000 the band was basically dormant with only two festival appearances in the 2 year span. The summer of 2000 saw the release of the follow-up to The Dark Command entitled Blood Of Tyrants. The new album was heavier and more aggressive than its predecessor. In the fall of 2001 Jacques left the band due to "creative differences". A year later Marc quit to pursue a career in the technology industry.
At the beginning of 2003 a new line-up was announced, with John and Rick returning along with vocalist Rob Degroot and bassist Paul Champagne. This line-up only lasted until March of 2003 when Rob Degroot was let go. His replacement was former vocalist Jacques Bélanger. In 2004 Paul Champagne was released from the band. The band recorded New Testament with John on both guitar and bass. New Testament would be a "best of" album of re-recorded classics from throughout the band's entire career. Later that year, bassist Rob "Clammy" Cohen would join the ranks. The year 2004 would end with the band heading out on a European tour with Steel Attack.
Jacques Belanger left again in 2006.
Delivering To The Master
Exciter Lyrics
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No one messes with the dealer, I could burn for what I've done
In the night I will be watching, waiting for the man to show
Blood is boiling in my brains, you never know of tomorrow
no one knows how far to go
Delivering to the Master
Don't sweat it the man's gotta show
In the night the sweltering sweat running down the back of my head
Looking out for the man in black, One wrong move & I'm dead
The master calls I start to shake, burning inside with fear
No escape, no way out, my destination will soon be here
no one knows how far to go
Delivering to the Master
Don't sweat it the man's gotta show
Delivering to the Master
The moon has cast it's final glow, the sight of fogs in the streets
White lines on a table of black, the only way I can ever find peace
Hiding out paranoia sets in, evil runs through my veins
Suicide, the last resort wake up I'm going insane
no one knows how far to go
Delivering to the Master
Don't sweat it the man's gotta show
Delivering to the Master
I'm looking out for someone who could destroy my mind
I'm creeping 'round the corner biding my time
Waiting fo rthe set-up time, waiting for the attack
The heat is on the dealer, you're never comin' back
The lyrics of Exciter's song "Delivering To The Master" describe the life of a drug dealer. It portrays the dealer as someone who lurks in the shadows, watching and waiting for the man who wants to buy the drugs. The dealer is consumed with fear and paranoia, always hiding and constantly aware of the danger that comes with his job. The lyrics further convey the idea that the dealer indulges in drugs himself as a way to find peace, but it also leads him to a state of insanity, and eventually to suicide as a last resort.
The line "In the shadows I will be lurking, waiting for my time to come" suggests that the dealer is aware of the risk that comes with his profession, but still chooses to do it. The phrases "Blood is boiling in my brains" and "burning inside with fear" describe the intense emotions that accompany each transaction, which causes him to question if there will ever be a time when it will all go too far. The line "I'm looking out for someone who could destroy my mind" further reinforces the idea that his profession takes an emotional toll on him.
The song offers a warning about the dark life of a drug dealer, portraying it as a dangerous and ultimately unrewarding lifestyle. The lyrics express the feelings of fear and paranoia that come with such a life, but at the same time, depict the dealer as someone who feels he has no other choice. Overall, the song delivers a message about the traps of drug dealing and addiction, it's consequences to one's own life and those around the dealer, and the dangers of a life of crime.
Line by Line Meaning
In the shadows I will be lurking, waiting for my time to come
I am hiding in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to act.
No one messes with the dealer, I could burn for what I've done
I am involved in dangerous activities, and if caught, I would face severe consequences.
In the night I will be watching, waiting for the man to show
I am vigilant at night, waiting for someone important to arrive.
Blood is boiling in my brains, you never know of tomorrow
I feel intense emotions, and the future is uncertain.
no one knows how far to go
The situation is unclear, and it is unknown how far things will escalate.
Delivering to the Master
Carrying out orders for the influential person I am working for.
Don't sweat it the man's gotta show
Do not worry, the important person will arrive soon.
In the night the sweltering sweat running down the back of my head
I am nervous and anxious in the darkness.
Looking out for the man in black, One wrong move & I'm dead
I am searching for someone while also being cautious because any mistake could lead to my death.
The master calls I start to shake, burning inside with fear
When the important person calls for me, I become afraid and nervous.
No escape, no way out, my destination will soon be here
I cannot escape from the situation, and it will soon come to a head.
The moon has cast it's final glow, the sight of fogs in the streets
The moon is setting, and it is foggy outside.
White lines on a table of black, the only way I can ever find peace
The sight of drugs is the only thing that can calm me down.
Hiding out paranoia sets in, evil runs through my veins
I am hiding and feeling paranoid, and I feel corrupted by my actions.
Suicide, the last resort wake up I'm going insane
I am contemplating suicide because I feel like I am losing my mind.
I'm looking out for someone who could destroy my mind
I am searching for someone who has the power to harm me mentally.
I'm creeping 'round the corner biding my time
I am being sneaky and waiting for the right moment to act.
Waiting fo rthe set-up time, waiting for the attack
I am waiting for the right moment to initiate a plan.
The heat is on the dealer, you're never comin' back
The situation is becoming intense, and things will never be the same for me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALLAN L. JOHNSON, DAN BEEHLER, JOHN RICCI
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