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.
Predator
Exciter Lyrics
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By tyrants doomed to die
Break down and slay the beast
Sheer terror from evil deeds
Regain control - before you go insane
Destined to search - the graves of even more
Triumph, death's door - remove the lock of war
Evoke the threat - of soldiers' razor's edge
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
Stranded by violation
Though treason's destination
Reeking havoc of a killer's
Oppression and vengeance - the chase begins to live
Terrorize, terminate - refuse your soul to hell
Bonded by power - civilize the predator's rage
Run and hide from the grip - the maniac will rip your face
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
(SOLO)
The raging worlds collide
By tyrants doomed to die
Break down and slay the beast
Sheer terror from evil deeds
Regain control - before you go insane
Destined to search - the graves of even more
Triumph, death's door - remove the lock of war
Evoke the threat - of soldiers' razor's edge
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
PREDATOR
The lyrics of Exciter's song "Predator" showcases the violent and destructive aspects of human nature in a battle between good and evil. The first stanza depicts the scenario of tyrants destined to die and the need to break down and destroy the beasts that bring terror through their evil deeds. The line "Regain control - before you go insane" indicates the rising agitation and possible loss of control by the singers, urging them to regain control of their actions. The struggle to escape the clutches of death is presented as inevitable and the only option is to defeat the enemy, the predator in this case.
The second stanza expresses the predicament of having to face a predator that wrecks havoc and kills innocent people. The lyrics describe the hunt to locate and eliminate the predator, who has become a symbol of violation and chaos. The lines "Bonded by power - civilize the predator's rage" suggests that the predator's rage is caused by the system and the society that has created him. The singer needs to confront this reality and confront the predator, who wants to rip faces apart, and in the end, triumph over death's door.
In conclusion, the song "Predator" is a critique of the destructive nature of humanity that leads to violence and chaos. It's a commentary on the tactics used by the predators and the consequential struggle to defeat them. The song sways the listeners to renounce violence in favor of non-violence and that only complete triumph can remove the lock of war between individuals, communities, and nations.
Line by Line Meaning
The raging worlds collide
The worlds full of chaos and conflicts are about to come together and clash.
By tyrants doomed to die
The rulers and leaders, who rule with an iron fist, are destined to fall.
Break down and slay the beast
Overpower and kill the powerful entity oppressing and controlling others.
Sheer terror from evil deeds
The unimaginable horror caused by vicious and evil acts.
Regain control - before you go insane
Regain your composure and control before losing your sanity.
Destined to search - the graves of even more
Fated to seek out more graves as death and destruction continue.
Triumph, death's door - remove the lock of war
Achieve victory by ending the war and breaking the cycle of death and destruction.
Evoke the threat - of soldiers' razor's edge
Intimidate with the menace of soldiers with sharp and deadly weapons.
PREDATOR
The figure or entity with predatory instincts, actions and thoughts.
PREDATOR
The intimidating force that instills fear and terror in others.
PREDATOR
The powerful figure that dominates and controls through violence and aggression.
PREDATOR
The entity that is to be hunted down and killed to end the reign of terror.
Stranded by violation
Left helpless and alone by the act of trespass or breach.
Though treason's destination
Even though treason was the intended outcome.
Reeking havoc of a killer's
Wreaking destruction caused by a ruthless killer's actions.
Oppression and vengeance - the chase begins to live
The pursuit for justice and revenge begins due to oppression and cruel deeds.
Terrorize, terminate - refuse your soul to hell
Instill fear and destroy the adversary without sacrificing one's soul and morality.
Bonded by power - civilize the predator's rage
Unite through power and use that strength to pacify and contain the predator's fury.
Run and hide from the grip - the maniac will rip your face
Flee and seek refuge from the grasp of the maniac who will tear your face apart.
PREDATOR
The malicious being who embodies violence and destruction.
PREDATOR
The vile and ominous force that terrorizes and dominates.
PREDATOR
The overpowering malevolent entity that instills fear and destruction.
PREDATOR
The feared and loathed creature whose end is longed for and desired.
(SOLO)
Musical interlude without lyrics.
The raging worlds collide
The collision of the chaotic and violent worlds.
By tyrants doomed to die
The tyrants are fated to perish.
Break down and slay the beast
Destroy and kill the beastly creature.
Sheer terror from evil deeds
The horror and fear that results from heinous and wicked acts.
Regain control - before you go insane
Regain your sanity and authority before losing your mind.
Destined to search - the graves of even more
Destined to seek more graves as destruction continues.
Triumph, death's door - remove the lock of war
Overcome and emerge victoriously, ending the war and death cycle.
Evoke the threat - of soldiers' razor's edge
Trigger the intimidation factor of soldiers holding sharp weapons.
PREDATOR
The fierce and predatory entity/creature.
PREDATOR
The intimidating force that evokes fear.
PREDATOR
The being that dominates and controls with aggression or violence.
PREDATOR
The hunted, malevolent force whose end is desired.
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