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)
Stained Glass
From Ashes Rise Lyrics
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Shines at the end of the tunnel. We won't weep at the feet of your
Mary. Vice is necessity to cure the boredom they apply.
The lyrics to From Ashes Rise's song Stained Glass depict a scene of religious devotion and suffering. The image of someone kneeling and weeping with scarred hands bleeding suggests a deep emotional and physical pain. However, this pain is illuminated by the light shining through stained glass windows, suggesting a glimmer of hope or enlightenment.
The lyrics then take a turn towards criticism of organized religion. The line "We won't weep at the feet of your Mary" suggests a rejection of the notion that faith should require submission and supplication to religious figures. Instead, the lyrics suggest that "vice" or activities that may be considered sinful or decadent, are necessary to break the monotony of everyday life. This could be interpreted as a rejection of rigid societal norms or a call to embrace individual freedom and expression.
Overall, the lyrics to Stained Glass blend religious imagery with themes of rebellion and individualism.
Line by Line Meaning
Kneeling, weeping, scarred hands bleeding. Through stained glass light
Bowed down, sorrowful, wounded hands dripping blood. Illuminated by the colorful glass as we cry.
Shines at the end of the tunnel.
A glimmer of hope in the distance.
We won't weep at the feet of your Mary.
We won't cry at the statue of the holy virgin.
Vice is necessity to cure the boredom they apply.
Indulgence is required to alleviate the monotony forced upon us.
Contributed by Lillian E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.