From Ashes Rise is an influential crust/d-beat band formed in Nashville, US… Read Full Bio ↴From Ashes Rise is an influential crust/d-beat band formed in Nashville, USA in 1997. They then relocated to Portland, USA. Their debut EP entitled 'Fragments Of A Fallen Sky' and the follow-up 'Life And Death' had more in common with His Hero is Gone and other notorious crust bands of that era. By the release of their 2000 debut full-length, 'Concrete and Steel' (it even has the same production as Tragedy's self-titled debut), they started displaying characteristics (although not as melodic) very similar to what is commonly attributed to the band Tragedy. They released a discography compilation in the year 2000. Their second full-length, 'Silence' was released in 2001 and features different production, most notably the snare sound.

In 2003, they released a split record with Swedish band Victims, it serves as transition point for the band between the material from the previous releases and their next record; 'Nightmares', their last album, was released on Jade Tree that same year. Further influenced by Tragedy, it is their most popular, melodic and influential record. Not all the aspects of their sound are derived from Tragedy but rather they simultaneously helped define and further develop what was later known to become 'neocrust'. Both bands evolved at the same time and possessed differing elements, however the Tragedy influence is there since both bands are close friends and reside in the same place.

The band split up in fall 2005 after doing a tour with the legendary UK band Subhumans.
On October 12, 2009 a reunion show at the Satyricon in Portland, OR for February 21, 2010 was announced via the band's MySpace blog. A limited number of shows were since performed. The 2010 live album entitled 'Live Hell' documents one of these performances. Their latest release is a 2012 two-song single entitled 'Rejoice the End / Rage of Sanity'. It is very melodic and even more similar to the neocrust style Tragedy became known for.

Brad Boatright became a producer/sound engineer and founded his own recording label/facility referred to as 'Audiosiege' in 2011 which has become considerably popular in the hardcore scene worldwide, many artists want their music produced by him.

Current line-up

*Dave Atchison – drums (1997–present) (Also of No Parade, Assassinate and Smoke or Fire)
*Brad Boatright – guitar (1997–present), vocals (1998–present) (Also of Deathreat and Warcry. Formerly of The Cooters, No Parade, Midnight, World Burns To Death and Lebanon)
*John Wilkerson – guitar, vocals (1998–present) (Also of Criminal Damage. Formerly of Coldbringer and Welcome Home Walker)
*Derek Willman – bass (2004–present) (Also of The Estranged, Coldbringer, Hellshock and Lebanon. Formerly of Remains Of The Day)

Former members:

*Marshall Perdue – vocals (1997–1998)
*Jeff Andrews – guitar (1997–1998)
*Jason Piercey – bass (1997–1998)
*Billy Davis – bass (1998–1999; 2001–2004) (Also of Deathreat and Tragedy)
*Ryan Teetzen – bass, vocals (1999–2001) (Also of the Fort Smith, Arkansas band Burned Up Bled Dry)

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From Ashes Rise Lyrics

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No rest from the labor at the whip's end, when portraits of toil invade.
No rest from the stinging of the needles, when we covet their highs.

We can't run from the swarm when we live in the hive,
and the game is soon lost when we pray to the skies.
We can't run from the storm under black clouded skies.
We can't run from the swarm when live in the hive.

Are we deaf to the silence, or the roar of the machines,

or the hammering of the gavels, or the thunder of the crowds,
or the voices in our heads, or are we deaf from the silence?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of From Ashes Rise's song "[silence]" speak to the relentless struggle and oppression experienced by individuals in society. The opening lines, "No rest from the labor at the whip's end, when portraits of toil invade" depict a constant state of work and exhaustion, where the pressures of societal expectations and obligations invade every aspect of life. The mention of the "whip's end" suggests a sense of being controlled or enslaved by forces beyond one's control.

The following lines, "No rest from the stinging of the needles, when we covet their highs" allude to the desire for escapism and temporary relief from the hardships endured. The "needles" can symbolize addiction or any form of self-destructive behavior used as a means to numb the pain or seek solace.

The chorus emphasizes the inability to escape the challenges one faces. Living in a society, represented by the metaphorical hive, leaves no room for running away from the collective problems and struggles. The line "the game is soon lost when we pray to the skies" suggests that relying solely on hope or external forces for change may be futile. The storm, symbolizing hardships and adversity, cannot be avoided under the dark clouded skies. The repetition of "We can't run from the swarm when we live in the hive" reinforces the helplessness and entrapment felt within the confines of society.

The closing lines pose a question, questioning whether individuals are deaf to the silence amidst the noise and chaos of the world. It challenges the listeners to reflect on whether they have become numb to the silence, or if the noise and distractions have drowned out their ability to perceive and respond to the issues and injustices surrounding them.

Overall, "[silence]" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that captures the struggles, frustrations, and limited agency experienced by individuals within a societal structure.

Line by Line Meaning

No rest from the labor at the whip's end, when portraits of toil invade.
There is no respite from the relentless work and suffering, as reminders of our struggles surround us.

No rest from the stinging of the needles, when we covet their highs.
Even though the needles that cause pain and addiction, we cannot resist their tempting highs.

We can't run from the swarm when we live in the hive,
Escaping the pressures and expectations of society becomes impossible when we are fully immersed in it.

and the game is soon lost when we pray to the skies.
Placing blind faith in external forces or divine intervention only leads to the inevitable failure of our endeavors.

We can't run from the storm under black clouded skies.
We cannot escape the turmoil and adversity of life, especially when it looms over us like dark clouds.

We can't run from the swarm when live in the hive.
Reiterating the idea that it is impossible to evade the pressures and expectations of society when we are deeply embedded in it.

Are we deaf to the silence, or the roar of the machines,
Are we oblivious to the calming silence and introspection, or overwhelmed by the relentless noise and chaos of modern life?

or the hammering of the gavels, or the thunder of the crowds,
Do we ignore the oppressive authority and judgment imposed by the legal system or the overpowering influence and opinions of the masses?

or the voices in our heads, or are we deaf from the silence?
Do we drown out our own inner voices and thoughts, or have we become so disconnected from silence that we are no longer receptive to it?

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ryan Teetzen, John Wilkerson, Dave Atchison, Brad Boatright

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