1) An Atlanta straight… Read Full Bio ↴Multiple artists are known as Foundation:
1) An Atlanta straight edge band which recently signed to Bridge 9 Records.
2) An acoustic / country / alternative band from Richmond, Virginia, USA, featuring Ann Beretta vocalist Rob Huddleston and drummer Russ Jones. Rob Huddleston’s time in the music scene has been far reaching. He was the founder and frontman of punk outfit Ann Beretta from 1996-2004 and began playing solo acoustic shows as early as 1995. Huddleston was ahead of the curve, stripping down his punk anthems and turning them into a one man show long before it was en vogue. His intention was to show that great songs can be slowed down and whittled away to their core elements and still pack the needed punch to captivate an audience.
After the release of the first self-titled Foundation record in 2001 on Fueled By Ramen and the subsequent tours that followed, Huddleston decided to expand on his solo project and invited some close friends to join his ranks. In late 2006, Foundation began performing as a full band whose set was comprised of songs from the self-titled full length as well as the new material Huddleston had been composing.
As the group evolved, the members revolved. Each show became a little bit different as the cast changed. However, Huddleston’s signature twang and heartfelt lyrics remained the constant. With a differing combination of acoustic and electric instrumentation, the songs have been proven to obtain a unique life in each new setting.
In 2008 Huddleston rejoined forces with Vinnie Fiorello the ex-owner of Fueled By Ramen to bring this new reincarnation of Foundation to life. Vinnie’s new multimedia label Paper + Plastick seemed to be an ideal place for Huddleston to showcase his new rendition of an old band with an old friend.
The approach to the record was simple. Rob would record a simple acoustic guitar track and vocals as the literal foundation of the songs, and then they were built upon to create the textured and multifaceted final product. This product would be called Chimborazo. Named after a historic district in Richmond, Virginia’s Church Hill, the album sounds like the culmination of many summer nights on an old front porch.
What separates Chimborazo from Foundation’s earlier work are the amount of additional players and instruments rounding out each song and the time and deliberation they spent producing the record. However, Chimborazo is not overly polished. The album gives the feeling of a live setting with the inclusion of everyone that had been participating in Foundation over the years. The songs range from traditional Americana to bluegrass to straight up Rock and Roll, and are bridged together with common themes and lyrical elements that give the record a strong sense of cohesion.
2008 has shown to be a busy year for Huddleston. With Foundation releasing Chimborazo in the fall, and Ann Beretta out of hiatus to play select dates, there will be no shortage of heartfelt catchy punk and rock music for the masses.
Foundation’s website can be found at foundationbandrva.com.
3) A band from Rochester, NY with a heavy, yet emotional sound inspired by Underdog and Gorilla Biscuits. Their music is characterized by slow and drawn out parts with an emotional feel to them.
4) a post-punk/emo-core band from Washington, DC, from 1985 - 1988. They put out two albums on vinyl only, "Voyage" (Fartblossom - 1987) and "Tied Up With a Monkey" (D.S.I. - 1988). Members included Mike Davis (guitar), who went on to play in Los Vampiros, Iceboxers and Macho Pinto, Davis White (drums), who went on to play in Repercussion and Lorelei , Dave Allen (bass), who went on to play in Branch Manager and The Maginot Line, Ron Winters (bass - replacing Allen), who went on to play guitar and sing in Branch Manager , and Sean Philpotts.
5) A one-hit project name of Euro-Trance producer M.A.S de Vries. The song produced under this name was a cover of Air Supply's '80s hit of the same name.
6) A Canadian experimental space rock/jam band known for its soundscapes and virtuosic solos.
7) A New Zealand reggae band led by John Chong-Nee.
Evaporate
Foundation Lyrics
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There wasn't a difference between you and me.
But now the separation seems so clear.
You keep searching for answers - that will never appear.
Every silver lining, has its way of letting you down.
It penetrates and it leaves you scarred.
This life, at its end - like a building that's crumbling.
Moving further – towards collapse.
Passing through – my fingertips.
And I think of my parents and how strong they used to be.
But this world was too much.
These addictions have them beat.
Isn't it time for change before it's too fucking late.
And this world turns another shade of grey.
Your friends fall from grace.
And only three words come to mind.
But even that doesn't feel the same.
When we're falling apart.
This is about to break.
This world is ripping itself to shreds.
Now ask yourself, what do we have left? NOTHING.
The song "Evaporate" by Foundation explores the concept of separation and the crumbling state of the world we live in. The opening stanza sets the tone for the rest of the song, reflecting on the singer's youth when they believed that everyone was equal. However, as they have grown older, the separation between individuals has become more evident. The following lines emphasize the futility of searching for answers when they will never appear, leading to disappointment and pain.
The lines "Every silver lining, has its way of letting you down" and "This life, at its end - like a building that's crumbling" liken life to a structure that is slowly deteriorating. The singer feels the fibers of life passing through their fingertips, emphasizing the fleeting nature of existence. They reflect on their parents and how strong they once were, but even they succumbed to the overwhelming weight of addiction and the harshness of the world.
The final lines of the song leave a powerful impact, declaring that the world is ripping itself to shreds, leaving nothing behind. The singer questions what we are left with in this world that seems to be falling apart. By painting a bleak picture, Foundation urges us to take action and create change before it is too late.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was young I used to believe.
When I was a child, I believed that everyone was equal.
There wasn't a difference between you and me.
I thought that there was no distinction between individuals based on race, gender, or other factors.
But now the separation seems so clear.
However, as I have grown older, I have come to realize that people are divided by societal barriers and personal biases.
You keep searching for answers - that will never appear.
Despite your efforts to find solutions, some problems are unsolvable and will continue to exist.
Every silver lining, has its way of letting you down.
Even when something appears positive, it can have negative consequences or bring disappointment.
It penetrates and it leaves you scarred.
Negative experiences can leave a lasting impact on individuals, affecting them emotionally and mentally.
This life, at its end - like a building that's crumbling.
Life can feel precarious and unstable, like a building collapsing.
Moving further – towards collapse.
This sense of instability can feel like the world is coming apart at the seams.
I can feel the fibers, like grains of sand.
The fragility of life is palpable, like sand slipping through one's fingers.
Passing through – my fingertips.
Life can feel fleeting and ephemeral, like it is slipping away from us.
And I think of my parents and how strong they used to be.
Reflecting on familial relationships, one may remember a time when their loved ones were resilient and durable.
But this world was too much.
However, even the strongest individuals can succumb to the challenges of the world.
These addictions have them beat.
Compulsive behaviors and dependencies can weaken individuals and compromise their well-being.
Isn't it time for change before it's too fucking late.
We should act to address societal problems before they become insurmountable.
And this world turns another shade of grey.
Despite our efforts, the world can continue to feel bleak and lifeless.
Your friends fall from grace.
Even those we care about can make mistakes and fall from their ideals.
And only three words come to mind.
When confronted with such loss and disappointment, it can be difficult to find the right words or comfort.
But even that doesn't feel the same.
Even familiar patterns of behavior or routines can feel hollow in times of crisis.
When we're falling apart.
During times of turmoil, it can feel like the world around us is fracturing and disintegrating.
This is about to break.
The overwhelming pressures of life can feel like they are about to push us over the edge.
This world is ripping itself to shreds.
The world can feel like it is in a state of chaos and turmoil, with conflicts and crises everywhere.
Now ask yourself, what do we have left? NOTHING.
In the face of so much destruction, it can feel like there is nothing left to hold on to or hope for.
Contributed by Abigail B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.