The band formed when vocalist Chris Volz answered an ad in a local paper placed by guitarist Jason Daunt, looking for a singer for an alternative/industrial band. The band's rhythm section progressed through several line-ups but solidified with the addition of bassist Ryan Jurhs in 1996. That same year the band recorded their first independent record American Arrogance.
Because they were low on money, the band ordered everything they needed to record from the Musician's Friend catalog, then returned it using the 30-day return policy. Their album gave them the opportunity to open for acts including Fear Factory and Econoline Crush. A local radio station, The Fox, broadcast the songs from Flaw's indie disc, giving them further notoriety.
Two more independent records, 1998's self titled album Flaw and 2000's Drama were later produced.
Flaw signed to Universal/Republic Records in 2000, and proceeded to release their debut album, Through the Eyes in 2001. The album eventually topped the Billboard Heatseekers Chart, due to moderate rotation of their music videos "Payback" and "Whole" on MTV2 and rock radio stations. In 2002, the band played at Ozzfest.
In 2004, after three years without releasing a new album, Flaw returned to the studio to begin recording their second studio album, Endangered Species. The band had parted ways with guitarist Jason Daunt and drummer Chris Ballinger and added Micah Havertape as their new drummer. The only single released from Endangered Species was "Recognize" and it received little amount of radio play. A music video was supposed to be filmed for the single but it never happened.
Endangered Species debuted at #42 on the Billboard Top 200, selling 27,527[citation needed] copies in its first week.
Flaw was dropped by their label Universal Records in late 2004 and eventually broke up. The band's final days left many people angry. The band had scheduled a few shows within their surrounding states, and when the break-up news began to circulate, no one from the band stepped forward to confirm or deny it. Some reportedly drove hundreds of miles to see the shows only to be told by club managers that the band unexpectedly canceled without notice. The group's website had, at the time, still displayed a notice which read "Flaw is still playing".
After Flaw broke up, Chris Volz eventually started up an entirely new band with drummer Ivan Arnold who had played with Flaw from 1998 to 2000. The new band, Five Bolt Main, signed with Rock Ridge Records and released a studio album and a live album before disbanding.
After leaving Flaw, Jason Daunt played in another Louisville band called Into Another, as well as going back to school for a law degree. Chris Ballinger played in a few bands and Lance Arny began playing guitar for a band called Nailgun Strategy in Louisville.
Micah Havertape went on to play with Black Market Hero alongside past 40 Below Summer members. Ryan Jurhs was also temporarily played them as well.
In 2006, Flaw reunited with four of the founding members: Chris Volz, Jason Daunt, Lance Arny, and Chris Ballinger. The band recruited bassist Alex Cando, formerly of Five.Bolt.Main, on bass. On March 11, 2007, at Headliner's Music Hall in Louisville, Kentucky, the band played its first show since their breakup, sharing the stage with Powerman 5000 before heading out on their own reunion tour with Arny's other band, Nailgun Strategy. On this tour, Flaw announced that they hoped to release an album in 2007 and were trying to find the right record company to sign with. Neither of those things ultimately happened that year.
The band went on to have numerous line-up changes and internal problems throughout 2007 and 2008. Daunt was only been able to make a couple of the shows due to his work as a full-time lawyer. For all the shows Daunt was unable to make, Andy Russ from Arny's other band, Nailgun Strategy, performed in Daunt's place. Eventually, Daunt left the band and was replaced full-time by Russ. Alex Cando also left, and was replaced by past member Ryan Juhrs.
Internal strife continued, with Volz and Daunt leaving to form a new band called Foundation. At this point the other three members of Flaw. Ballinger, Arny, and Juhrs, tried to carry on as Flaw, but Daunt and Volz reclaimed the name Flaw and applied it to their new band.
In December 2008 a MySpace bulletin was posted by Flaw stating that all future concert dates had been canceled due to conflicts between Volz and current members of the band.
However, in 2009, the band later came forward claiming that former "hired guns" in Flaw hacked the official MySpace and wrote this false information. They revealed that they were still working on a new album, and had a new drummer Sean Rued. Their third album, Home Grown Studio Sessions was later independently released for digital download via the website DiGiSTATION on November 16. 2009, and at all concerts since its release.
The band continued to tour into 2010, with Chris Marple filling in on bass until Ryan Jurhs could return due to work/scheduling conflict. However, in early july of 2010, signs of internal problems arose with Russ leaving for "health and personal reasons". In Mid July of 2010 Arny once again brought Chris Marple (Caldera & Kentucky Death Wish) back into the picture. This time Marple would be playing guitar, along with Arny, Jurhs, Volz & Rued to complete the full line up once again.
Flaw tour dates were scheduled immediately & posted from July through October of 2010. During the course of each run, these tours were with TANTRIC/BURN HALO/SATURATE. Unfortunately, somewhere during the course of these 3 tours, there was animosity between certain members & Flaw canceled all remaining tour dates with no explanation, on November 2, 2010.
Members
Current members
Chris Volz - vocals (1995–2004, 2006–present)
Lance Arny - guitar (1998–2004, 2006–2007, 2008–present)
Chris Marple - guitar (2010–present)
Ryan Jurhs - bass, backing vocals (1995–2004, 2008–present)
Sean Rued - drums (2009–present)
Former members
Jason Daunt - guitar (1995–2002, 2006–2008)
Ivan Arnold - drums (1995–1998)
Nick Haupt - drums (1998)
Dave Wathen - drums (1998–99)
Chris Ballinger - drums (1999–2003, 2006–2007)
Micah Havertape - drums (2003–2004)
Alex Cando - bass (2006–2007)
Nathan McDaniel - guitar (2007–2008)
Tyler Mathews - bass (2007–2008)
Terry Harper - drums (2008–2009)
Andy Russ - guitar (2008–2010)
Get Up Again
Flaw Lyrics
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A very temperamental process, beginning with
all of our excess
Affecting our very own ingest, this side of
you is speechless
Overwhelmed with an abscess, creating new diseases
And infecting whomever it pleases, we've been
Then I noticed a difference, in the way that I
saw other insects
Who were living a life of indulgence, sheltered
by their parents
Such an unlucky existence, not given a
chance to experience
And make their own decisions, I wouldn't trade
my own mistakes at all
Reach out your hands
Out for the ones who, aid when the going gets rough
Until the end.
These are the ones who, help when the times get tough
And times will get tough.
Get up again.
Times will get tough.
Get up again
Here it comes once again
Reach out your hands
Out for the ones who, aid when the going gets rough
Until the end.
These are the ones who, help when the times get tough
And times will get tough.
Get up again.
Times will get tough.
Get up again
The lyrics of Flaw's song Get Up Again is a reminder to the listeners to keep on fighting even if life gets hard. The lines "Here we go again. A very temperamental process, beginning with all of our excess" refers to the struggles and challenges we face every day, and how it affects us physically, emotionally, and mentally. Our lifestyle choices can create new diseases and impact not only ourselves but the people around us as well. The chorus provides an encouragement to reach out for help from those who care about us during hard times as they are the ones who will aid us in getting back on our feet. It is through the help of loved ones that can help us navigate through our struggles.
The second verse provides a reflection on the different lifestyles we encounter. The lyrics "Then I noticed a difference, in the way that I saw other insects. Who were living a life of indulgence, sheltered by their parents. Such an unlucky existence, not given a chance to experience and make their own decisions" depicts how some people may have had it easier in life. However, the singer recognizes the importance of making mistakes and learning from them, leading to their growth and development as a person.
The overall message of the song is to persist despite life's difficulties, and that it's okay to ask for help when needed. Rather than giving up, people should reach out their hands and lean on their support system.
Line by Line Meaning
Here we go again
Starting anew, as our unpredictable actions ensue, with all unnecessary burdens weighing us down and impacting our physical and emotional well-being. This facet of our personality leaves us wordless and suffering immensely.
A very temperamental process, beginning with all of our excess
The process of our overindulgence and extravagance is dangerous in nature to our health and happiness.
Affecting our very own ingest, this side of you is speechless
Our inability to draw the line between what's good and bad, along with our self-destructive nature, is leaving us in a state of utter shock and hopelessness.
Overwhelmed with an abscess, creating new diseases
The weight of our vanity and indulgence are too great to bear, leading to new illnesses and pain that we must overcome.
And infecting whomever it pleases, we've been living this way for too long, too long
Our actions not only hurt ourselves, but others too, a wrongdoing that's been going on for too long that needs to be stopped.
Then I noticed a difference, in the way that I saw other insects
A change in perspective, from my previous viewpoint, where I used to revel in selfishness, to realizing that even the smallest creatures have their own struggles.
Who were living a life of indulgence, sheltered by their parents
There are those who live a life of luxury but are protected by others, never having to deal with life’s harsh realities.
Such an unlucky existence, not given a chance to experience
Not having the opportunity to make mistakes and learn is an unfortunate way to exist, even when it appears that everything is perfect.
And make their own decisions, I wouldn't trade my own mistakes at all
Making decisions and experiencing the consequences is the only way for personal growth, and it's a valuable learning experience that someone who’s experienced privileged may not have.
Reach out your hands, out for the ones who, aid when the going gets rough, until the end
We must rely on the support of others when faced with difficult times who will remain beside us as we overcome obstacles, often until the end of time.
These are the ones who, help when the times get tough, and times will get tough
Struggles will eventually come into our lives, but those who stand beside and support us become our greatest assets.
Get up again, times will get tough, get up again
The cyclical nature of life means each time we're knocked down, we need to stand back up and face life head-on.
Here it comes once again
A fleeting statement about the unyielding nature of life, in which challenges will continue to occur.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRIS VOLZ, CHRISTOPHER BALLINGER, JASON DAUNT, LANCE ARNY, RYAN JURHS
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