1) Gallows are a h… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists sharing the same name:
1) Gallows are a hardcore punk band from Watford Hertfordshire, England, formed in 2005. They consist of Stuart Gili-Ross (bass), Laurent 'Lags' Barnard (guitar), Lee Barratt (drums), and Wade MacNeil (vocals). They were signed to Warner Bros.
Gallows released their debut album, Orchestra of Wolves, in 2006. It was distributed in the United States by independent label Epitaph in 2007. Epitaph founder and Bad Religion guitarist Brett Gurewitz called it the best hardcore album since Refused's The Shape of Punk to Come. In January 2008, the band's show at the House of Blues in Anaheim, California was canceled after Disney chose to ban them from performing—reportedly after listening to Orchestra of Wolves.
A second album by Gallows was first hinted by ex-vocalist Frank Carter during an interview with NME, where he stated that because Gallows was "a hobby I get paid for," the band would likely be defunct by 2010. However, he confirmed that during this period, the band would record up to two additional albums.
Gallows released their major label debut, Grey Britain, on May 2, 2009. It was recorded by Garth Richardson. It debuted at #20 in the UK album chart. Frank Carter explained the premise of the album in an interview with Kerrang!: "Britain is fucked. Grey Britain is all about what's going on socially, politically and economically in the UK and how it affects us."
Upon its release, Grey Britain garnered almost unanimous praise from critics. Drowned in Sound commented that "the music rockets from intentionally rudimentary knuckle-whiteners to ambitious-of-design affairs that reconfigure one’s opinions on a band previously seen as a straight-up hardcore act." The Guardian called the album "a recipe for depression, frustration and anger, as a whole generation has been brought up in a materialistic, consumerist world that has now receded out of reach."
On the 8th July 2011, Frank Carter had confirmed he had left Gallows.
“It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce my departure from Gallows. It seems that Gallows have hit a crossroads in our writing process and unfortunately myself and the rest of the boys have different ideas regarding the sound of Gallows going forward. Gallows have decided they are going to continue on without me and I wish the boys the best of luck for the future. Gallows will be fulfilling all of our current touring plans until August 1st so please come down to a show and help me make each show a total celebration!”
Frank is now in PURE LOVE, a band which consists of himself and Jim Carroll (Suicide File, Hope Conspiracy)
Gallows have replaced Frank with ex-Alexisonfire guitarist/vocalist Wade MacNeil, and are set to release an EP called Death Is Birth in December 2011.
In February of 2013, the band announced it would be parting ways with longtime guitarist/vocalist Steph Carter so he could focus on his other band, Ghost Riders in the Sky.
2) Gallows is a one-man emoviolence/mathgrind project from Finland formed in 2019.
https://gallowsmath.bandcamp.com
3) Gallows is a two-man black metal project from Salem, Massachusetts featuring members of I'm in a Coffin and Doldrum.
https://gallowsbm.bandcamp.com
Last June
Gallows Lyrics
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Put up barbed wire fences as if we wouldn't notice
Figuring out how to spend our money
It's laughable
But, it sure ain't funny
Pigs is pigs
I can't relate
You represent everything I hate
There's no peace
Being thrown in black vans by secret police
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
There's smoke in the distance
Not from the houses on the hill
Black bloc is downtown burning cop cars
They're just doing it for the thrill
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
No. no. no. no. no
No. no. no. no. no
Like the pride before the fall
They can't arrest us all
Like the pride before the fall
They can't arrest us all
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
Until last June meant nothing to me
A.C.A.B
The lyrics of Gallows's song Last June describe a situation of chaos and tension between the city's citizens and the police force. The opening line "Descending on the city like a plague of locusts" creates a sense of urgency and danger, as if a swarm of destructive creatures has invaded the urban landscape. The following image of barbed wire fences being put up implies a sense of oppression and restriction of freedom. The next lines criticize the way society spends its money, suggesting it is being wasted on frivolous matters. The repeated phrase "A.C.A.B" stands for "all cops are bastards," and it represents a message of rebellion and defiance against authority.
The song then describes a situation of violence, with black bloc protesters burning police cars downtown. The use of the phrase "just doing it for the thrill" suggests a sense of agitation and destruction without any clear purpose other than venting frustration or anger. The closing lines of the song repeat the phrase "A.C.A.B" and end with the line "They can't arrest us all," reinforcing the idea of resistance against a powerful adversary and the possibility of achieving change through collective action.
Overall, Gallows's song Last June explores themes of rebellion, social injustice, and police brutality, using powerful imagery and a strong message of empowerment and solidarity.
Line by Line Meaning
Descending on the city like a plague of locusts
Arriving in the city en masse and causing widespread destruction and chaos, just like a swarm of locusts.
Put up barbed wire fences as if we wouldn't notice
Attempting to restrict our movement and freedom as if we are ignorant and would not notice such an obvious display of oppression.
Figuring out how to spend our money
Trying to come up with ways to spend our hard-earned money, which is almost laughable given our limited resources and the many economic pressures we face.
It's laughable
The situation is so absurd or ridiculous that it is hard not to find humor in it.
But, it sure ain't funny
Despite its ridiculousness, the situation is no laughing matter and is in fact deeply troubling and alarming.
Pigs is pigs
A derogatory term used to describe police officers, often implying their brutish and authoritarian behavior.
I can't relate
I am unable to connect or identify with the actions and attitudes of the police, which seem oppressive and unjust.
You represent everything I hate
Police officers represent the very embodiment of everything that I find reprehensible and immoral, including violence, oppression, and disregard for individual rights and freedoms.
There's no justice
The system of law enforcement and government is inherently flawed and biased, making it impossible to achieve justice for all people.
There's no peace
As long as the police continue to engage in violent and oppressive tactics, there can be no real peace or security for the people in the community.
Being thrown in black vans by secret police
People are being abducted and taken away by an unaccountable and secretive group of law enforcement officials.
A.C.A.B
An acronym representing the phrase 'All Cops Are Bastards', which is a common slogan of those who oppose the actions and methods of the police.
Until last June meant nothing to me
Before a certain event in June, I did not fully understand or appreciate the meaning and power of the A.C.A.B slogan.
There's smoke in the distance
The air is thick with smoke that can be seen far away, indicating that something significant is happening nearby.
Not from the houses on the hill
The smoke is not coming from the wealthy, privileged homes in the hills, but from a location in the city's downtown area.
Black bloc is downtown burning cop cars
A group known as the black bloc is engaging in a coordinated effort to set fire to police cars and other symbols of law enforcement in the downtown area.
They're just doing it for the thrill
The actions of the black bloc are motivated more by a sense of excitement and danger than by any specific political or social agenda.
No. no. no. no. no
A repeated expression of defiance or refusal to give in to the oppression and injustice we face.
Like the pride before the fall
Just as pride and hubris can lead to a person's downfall, the arrogance and overreach of those in power will eventually lead to their own undoing.
They can't arrest us all
Despite the overwhelming power of law enforcement, there are simply too many of us to be arrested and silenced completely.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LAURENT BENJAMIN BARNARD, LEE PHILLIP BARRATT, STEPHEN WILLIAM RICHARD CARTER, STUART LESLIE GILI-ROSS, WADE GORDON MACNEIL
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Dr Sagga
Dude, this song kicks ass, specially for the bass
DaniM
I love and sometimes miss the old Gallows but this is becoming one of my favourites songs from them. Keep it Wade!
Grindcorea
I don't care that Frank is gone, it sounds great!! I can't wait for the new album!!! Go Gallows!!
AshWright93
This song, along with their Leeds fest show, has completely changed my mind about the new Gallows line-up. So stoked for the album.
Obey Silence
This is what we call in Germany a Ohrwurm, great song!
killtheshark
great song and the video is brilliant as well, the new album has some real bangers on it, gallows are back and stronger than ever!
MardyBum100291
Excellent! Gallows are finally back, best song so far by a long shot!
Christopher hammond
This band is doing right. Great work.
laughablemanatee
So I am pumped for the new album and then seeing these guys live. That song was like a kick in the face!
Anthony
This song is fucking brilliant. Wade is doing an amazing job and bringing something different to the band. I don't the the Gallows has ever sounded this vicious. Bring on the new album!