The Fear Nuttin Band sound is as diverse as the cultures the band members represent. The hot West Indian sun incubated the talents of frontmen Roosta (vocals), Prowla (vocals) and Jay Chung (guitar), while instrumentalists Matt Penza (drums), Chris Regan (guitar), Brian Daigle (bass) represent New England’s finest. The union of these six individuals was in the stars: with Chris, Jay, Penza and Brian lending their musical talents to heavy bands all over the Pioneer Valley, the four always found themselves in and out of bands together. It was the same day that Matt, Chris and Brian found themselves without a frontman that Roosta and Prowla called up and asked them to jam. These final Fear Nuttin Band members have been together since.
Much can be said about their home of Springfield, Massachusetts , and its reputation for breeding original artists and ideas. Put on the map for growing groundbreaking entertainers from the powerful reggae dynasty that is the Morgan Heritage, to the mixed melodies of one of the country’s biggest new rock acts Staind, the metal onslaught of Shadows Fall, and All That Remains, Springfield has become a musical hotbed. Fear Nuttin Band took the area by storm with their infamous live shows, and became hometown heroes when they were awarded wins in the Valley Advocate Grand Band Slam four years in a row, taking home the honors for best new band, best new reggae/ska band, and best party band.
Most recently, Fear Nuttin Band triumphantly competed in the nationwide Bodog Music Battle of the Bands, making them Boston’s champions and landing them a recording contract with Bodog Music. Fans watched as Fear Nuttin Band trekked the nation on the Bodog Battle reality TV series, winning the hearts and respect of their competitors and fans, and becoming a favorite among esteemed judges Johnny Rotten, Bif Naked and Billy Duffy. Fear Nuttin Band victoriously returned for the explosive Bodog Battle finale as the Alternative Press Magazine’s popular vote-back winner. Kevin Lyman, founder of the Warped Tour, told the band once, “All you need is one man to believe in this band and the rest is history.” Bodog Music’s founder Calvin Ayre is that man. Calvin was so excited about the public’s response to Fear Nuttin Band that even though they had been previously voted out of the competition, he made them a part of the Bodog Music roster alongside the Bodog Battle winners.
With their musical credo “Unify the Music, Unify the People,” the band has embarked on a musical mission. They have developed a worldwide following due in part to their unique sound, but also because of their diehard work ethic. Live, Fear Nuttin Band are an unforgettable force that draws audiences into the stage swagger of two of today’s most charismatic frontmen, Roosta and Prowla. Because of the band’s unique charisma and energy, they’ve played over 500 sold-out shows and toured the nation with the likes of Toots and the Maytals, Blink 182, Buju Banton, Green Day, Morgan Heritage, Fishbone, and graced several stages on the Vans Warped Tour. All this, plus the band has released several independent EPs, and developed their own merchandise line.
In 2007 Fear Nuttin Band linked up with famed producer Terry Date (The Deftones, Pantera, White Zombie, Korn) to take the reins on their Bodog Music debut record titled Yardcore. The album captures their infectious, energetic live performance while highlighting the vocalists’ phonetic banter and melodic verses. A mix of reggae, dance hall, and hard, heavy rock, the album is a progressive body of work. Peppered with political statements, the singers bare their souls through every track and speak of their personal values and beliefs. Yardcore is a crossbreed, a non-conformist body of work put together purely to give the listener something to think about. What it’s not is “Rockstaffari” bullshit — it’s an angsty, ballsy blend of hardcore instrumentals and vocals that scat and swoon with Jamaican nobility. Chris Regan and Jay Chung provide the wailing guitars and pocket riddem harmonies while Brian Daigle’s bass acts as the pulse of the rhythm section and Matt Penza’s drumming pyrotechnics pop and burst throughout the disc.
Fear Nuttin Band’s Yardcore is a real offering of love driven with intensity, and it might be the first album in history to cause a mosh pit that ends in hugs and high fives. Yardcore is set to be released in March 2008 on the Bodog Music label with simultaneous releases in America, Canada, Europe and the U.K.
Runaway
Fear Nuttin Band Lyrics
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The picture ain't no different from the painting
Yow, never will I run away again
Cause when mi come back a just the same ting
People in my community
Say dem no want accept mi
So dem no stop distress mi
Mi come back the other way
While some a dem a act the same way
See some a dem a act strangely
Roosta Howie tell dem say yow,
Never will I run away again
The picture ain't no different from the painting
Yow, never will I run away again
Cause when mi come back a just the same ting
Say dem a tell mi fi left outta mi place Oh Yes Ya
And dem a tell mi fi left outta mi yard Oh Lord Oh Lord
Dem shoulda know dat me a the band dog
Oh well, oh well oh well oh well
So how can you tell bad man except fi run away eh eh eh eh
Mi tek the bus mi tek the train
Mi tek the train mi tek the plane
Dem say mi walk in vain,
Dem all a say mi insane
But yow when tings go start rearrange,
You sight Prowla inna the low range
No badda feel say day mi a act strange;
Right yah now man a buss a new page
Never will I run away again
The picture ain't no different from the painting
Yow, never will I run away again
Cause when mi come back a just the same ting
You mi just a cool and just a lax
Siddung in mi chair just watch mi kick back
People see mi dem a look and dem a chat
Try get mi out but I no watch dat
Some time mi did a walk down the block
Mi sight a little gal which look so pretty and hot
Cool back easy like mi no care
Have whole heap a gal wheh ready fi lox up mi hair
You — look how mi sit down and a chill last year
Now Fear Nuttin a go buss out this year!
And true dem tell mi run
Yow never will I runaway aggen
The Fear Nuttin Band's song "Runaway" speaks about the struggles of being an outcast in one's own community, and the desire to run away from such situations. The lyrics describe how the singer is being pushed away by his own community, which is causing him great distress. Despite trying to fit in, the singer is continuously rejected and forced to run away. Nevertheless, he vows never to run away again, believing that the same situation awaits him if he does so. The singer compares his situation to a painting, where the picture on the canvas is no different from the people in his community.
The song is relatable to many people who have experienced similar situations, where they feel unwanted and rejected by the people they thought would accept them. It highlights the importance of being true to oneself and not running away from one's problems. Rather, one should face them head-on and show their resilience. The lyrics suggest that things will eventually get better, and new opportunities will arise for those who do not give up.
Line by Line Meaning
Yow, never will I run away again
I have made a promise to myself that I will never run away again.
The picture ain't no different from the painting
When I return, the situation is exactly the same as when I left.
Cause when mi come back a just the same ting
Whenever I return, everything is the same as before I left.
People in my community
The residents of my area
Say dem no want accept mi
They refuse to accept me within their community
So dem no stop distress mi
They keep causing me trouble
So dem force mi fi runaway (yow cho!)
Their actions left me with no other choice but to run away
Mi come back the other way
I returned through a different manner
While some a dem a act the same way
Some members of the community conduct themselves similarly
See some a dem a act strangely
Some act in a peculiar manner
Roosta Howie tell dem say yow,
Roosta Howie informs them that his return won't make a difference.
Say dem a tell mi fi left outta mi place Oh Yes Ya
They are telling me to leave my home, Oh Yes Ya
And dem a tell mi fi left outta mi yard Oh Lord Oh Lord
They are telling me to leave my yard; Oh Lord, Oh Lord
Dem shoulda know dat me a the band dog
They ought to know that I am the band's loyal dog
So how can you tell bad man except fi run away eh eh eh eh
How can you differentiate a bad man, except for when they run away?
Mi tek the bus mi tek the train
I travel by bus, train, and plane.
Dem say mi walk in vain
They say my walking around is futile.
Dem all a say mi insane
They all claim that I am crazy.
But yow when tings go start rearrange,
However, when things start to change
You sight Prowla inna the low range
You'll see Prowla in his shiny new car.
No badda feel say day mi a act strange;
Don't think that I am behaving oddly;
Right yah now man a buss a new page
Currently, I am turning a new chapter in my life.
You mi just a cool and just a lax
I am calm and relaxed,
Siddung in mi chair just watch mi kick back
I am sitting and relaxing in my chair.
People see mi dem a look and dem a chat
People stare and talk about me when they see me.
Try get mi out but I no watch dat
They try to make me leave, but I refuse.
Some time mi did a walk down the block
I would sometimes go for a walk down the street.
Mi sight a little gal which look so pretty and hot
Once, I saw a girl who was very attractive.
Cool back easy like mi no care
I relax effortlessly as though I do not care.
Have whole heap a gal wheh ready fi lox up mi hair
I have many potential girlfriends ready to style my hair.
You — look how mi sit down and a chill last year
See how I sat back and relaxed last year.
Now Fear Nuttin a go buss out this year!
This year, Fear Nuttin is breaking out!
Yow never will I runaway aggen
I will never run away again.
Contributed by Sebastian O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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