Following their 2000 EP Sin, Sorrow and Sadness, their debut full-length album Too Bad You're Beautiful was released on Ferret Records in August 2001. The unique blend of melodic hardcore and innovative vocals executed on this album quickly made the band an underground success.
The bands second album The Fiction We Live, was released in September 2003 and was the first to be released on Vagrant Records. Although the album retained the intricate dual vocal style that earned the group success in the first place, the overall sound became more melodic than its predecessor, featuring a larger focus on Fran Mark's singing presence. Following the albums release, the band made videos for 'The After Dinner Payback' which featured on the 'Freddy vs Jason' soundtrack, and also 'Lilacs and Lolita' and 'Milligram Smile'. The album also marked the final appearances of guitarist Scott Gross and bassist Mike Pilato.
Featuring a new lineup of Benjamin Perri (vocals), Brian Deneeve (guitar, piano, backing vocals) and Francis Mark (drums, vocals) alongside new members Jon Cox (guitar) and Josh Newton (bass, backing vocals), Abandon Your Friends was released on Vagrant in August 2005. Due to problems with vocalist Ben and his contributions to the band, the album featured an increased focus on drummer/vocalist Fran Mark, and an overall lighter approach, marking a slight departure from the traditional FATA sound. The band made a video for 'Where Do You Draw The Line' to promote the release, but the album was not well received.
Vocalist Ben Perri left the band according to a MySpace blog posted on December 5th, 2006. However, the band continued without him, with Fran Mark on full vocal duties. Jon Cox (guitar) also left the band sometime before recording sessions in November 2006, leaving a lineup of Fran Mark (vocals and drums), Brian Deneeve (guitars) and Josh Newton (bass) to record the next album as a three piece. However, for live purposes, Fran chose to front the band. The limited edition EP These Speakers Don't Always Tell The Truth was released as a Hot Topic exclusive on March 13th, 2007, featuring 2 tracks from the brand new album, Holding A Wolf By The Ears, which itself was released on April 10th, 2007 to relatively high critical acclaim.
Ex bassist Mike Pilato returned to the live band replacing Josh Newton following the release of Holding A Wolf By The Ears, performing alongside new members Rob Lauritson and Jeff Gretz on their final tours.
FATA's final line up was;
Francis Mark - Lead Vocals
Brian Deneeve - Guitar & Vocals
Mike Pilato - Bass
Rob Lauritson - Guitar
Jeff Gretz - Drums & Vocals
On June 9th, 2008 the band confirmed they had broken up during promotion for their live CD 'Live at Looney Tunes'.
Francis and Rob are working on a new band called Warship
Brian's new band is called Summer Law
Jeff's doing lots of things.
From Autumn To Ashes sadly split up in 2008.
East Coast Independent artikel about their breakup.
Check out the official page official site or the official MySpace for more info.
Recounts and Recollections
From Autumn To Ashes Lyrics
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And you would prefer
The obsolete so leave
Expired make room for shorter teeth
You caught me
Sucking and feeling sorry
But this boy this boy has everything
This boy this boy has everything he needs
Caged by the freeway
This is a progression
And you would prefer
The obsolete so leave
So give yourself over to time (and decay, and decay)
Give yourself over
A worse negation of live than death is that
You'll never want what you get
But failing is just as sweet as success.
I've tried them both and have no preference
So open your eyelid, scan the horizon
Pick a direction and
Don't stop driving
Recounts and recollections,
Arguments and objections
Make a connection, open your eyelid
scan the horizon
Waking to dream with the brave and defiant
So give yourself over to time and decay
Caged by the freeway
This is a progression
And you would prefer
The obsolete so leave
So give yourself over to time (and decay, and decay)
Give yourself over
My self-motivation
This scar, this badge of honor
My self-motivation
This scar, this badge of honor
My self-motivation
This scar, this badge of honor
My self-motivation
This scar, this badge of honor
The lyrics to "Recounts and Recollections" by From Autumn to Ashes explore the themes of progress, change, and the inevitability of time and decay. The song begins with a call to move forward and embrace progress, leaving behind the outdated and making room for the new. The singer explores the concept of failure, stating that it can be just as gratifying as success, and encourages the listener to take risks and not fear the unknown.
The chorus of the song echoes the emphasis on progress and the unstoppable nature of time and decay. The repeated line "give yourself over to time and decay" suggests a surrender to the natural course of things, but also potentially a sense of hopeful acceptance of the inevitable. The song concludes with the repetition of the phrase "my self-motivation, this scar, this badge of honor," which could be interpreted as a reflection on the individual's resilience and perseverance in the face of change and adversity.
Overall, "Recounts and Recollections" presents a message of resilience and adaptability in the face of change and inevitable decay.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a progression
Life is a continuous process of change and growth.
And you would prefer
But you are comfortable with what you know and what you have.
The obsolete so leave
It's time to let go of outdated beliefs and move forward.
Expired make room for shorter teeth
Out with the old, in with the new; make way for new opportunities.
You caught me
I got caught up in the past and my own regrets.
Sucking and feeling sorry
I feel like a failure, a victim of my own mistakes.
But this boy this boy has everything
But I have everything I need to succeed.
This boy this boy has everything he needs
I am capable of taking control of my own life and shaping my future.
So give yourself over to time and decay
Accept the inevitability of change and the passing of time.
Caged by the freeway
Feeling trapped and stuck in a routine of daily life.
A worse negation of live than death is that
The greatest tragedy in life is to settle for less than what is possible.
You'll never want what you get
Achieving something often makes you realize you wanted something else instead.
But failing is just as sweet as success.
Failure is a necessary part of success and growth, and can be just as fulfilling.
I've tried them both and have no preference
I have experienced both failure and success, and have learned to appreciate both.
Pick a direction and
Choose a path forward and stick to it.
Don't stop driving
Keep moving forward and pushing towards your goals.
Recounts and recollections,
Reflecting on past experiences and memories.
Arguments and objections
Challenging assumptions and questioning the status quo.
Make a connection, open your eyelid
Open your mind to new ideas and possibilities.
scan the horizon
Look towards the future and what lies ahead.
Waking to dream with the brave and defiant
Embracing your dreams and refusing to let fear hold you back.
My self-motivation
Finding the internal drive and determination to succeed.
This scar, this badge of honor
Acknowledging the struggles and hardships that have made you stronger and more resilient.
My self-motivation
Reaffirming the importance of personal drive and determination.
This scar, this badge of honor
Recognizing the value of the lessons learned through hardship.
My self-motivation
Emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility and action.
This scar, this badge of honor
Celebrating the strength that comes from persevering through challenging times.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian Deneeve, Brian McTernan, Francis Mark, Joshua C Newton, Michael Schleibaum
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Kornél Muhi
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me
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