1. Gateway … Read Full Bio ↴There're two acts with the stage name of Gateway Drugs:
1. Gateway Drugs is formed by two members: Andrew Esterhuizen and David Gabriel Thorpe, of the slightly better known band Beach Party. Together are part of the Surfing Loser Space Cult collective, which also includes The Dollfins.
The first single ‘Airwaves’ is from their self-titled debut album and is best described as synthpop – in fact the whole album is in the same vain – and it works surprisingly well.
The seven-track album is 24 minutes of pure, synthpop delight and the perfect soundtrack to a lazy weekend. If for some reason you haven’t made up your mind about them after listening to ‘Airwaves’ then check out ‘The Chase’; it’s a personal favourite and reminds me of those youthful, care-free summer days.
They've kindly released their album for free: http://www.mediafire.com/?w087o72b92g6abq
https://soundcloud.com/gateway-drugs
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2. L.A.-based alt-rock band Gateway Drugs.
Hailing from the dark streets of sunny Los Angeles Gabe, Noa, and Liv Niles are the real live children of The Knack’s Prescott Niles. Blues Williams, a sworn in blood brother, rounds out the band.
Members:
Liv – lead vocals, guitars, bass, theremin – packs a voice smoky sweet like Chrissie and Patsy but lays down sonic smoking leads like Jay and Johnny.
Noa – lead vocals, guitars, keys – croons like a teen angel then coaxes waves of pure bliss and snarling panthers from his guitar.
Gabe – lead vocals, drums, guitars, bass – pounds his kit like a freight train stampeding down the midnight rails while he howls at the moon.
Blues – vocals, bass, guitars, banjos – holds it all together, riding the dark swells with thundering lines and perfect cheek bones, trying his best to keep all the real girls from going under.
Gateway Drugs shows are a controlled cauldron of total rock and roll inspiration. All members are multi-instrumentalist lead singers, and the vocals and instruments are thrown around like chainsaw jugglers up on the high wire, or kids who have been playing together since … well, since they were really little kids. Gateway Drugs are a mind-blowing, heart-altering mix of sex, chaos, bad thoughts, young dreams, and perfect pop hits … take it now.
https://soundcloud.com/gatewaydrugsband
http://GatewayDrugs.BandCamp.com/
The Chase
Gateway Drugs Lyrics
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No one walks but we all run
Shout out your own name,
Say what you're gonna say.
They'll never own it, so give it all to them
Keep your eyes on the holiday,
And it'll always run so far away,
But you're never giving up the chase
There's a noise, I hear them talk,
Without a meaning, without a choice
Shout out your own name,
Say what you're gonna say
They'll never own it, so give it all to them
Keep your eyes on the holiday,
Yeah, it's a lie but it's all you know how to play
And it'll always run so far away,
But you're never giving up the chase
The lyrics to Gateway Drugs's song The Chase reflect on the constant search for happiness and fulfillment, and how we all pursue different things in life, but ultimately, we are all in the same storm, running towards something. The line "No one walks but we all run" suggests that even though we may all have different paths, we are all trying to get somewhere.
The chorus urges listeners to shout out their own name and say what they want to say, indicating a sense of individuality and the importance of expressing oneself. The line "They'll never own it, so give it all to them" suggests that despite external pressures and societal norms, it is important to be true to oneself and give everything to the pursuit of personal happiness.
The song highlights the struggle of always searching for something, whether it be success, love, or happiness. Even though the pursuit may feel endless, the lyrics suggest that it is important to keep chasing and not give up.
Line by Line Meaning
In this storm we are all one,
Despite any differences or conflicts, we are all affected by this situation and must face it together.
No one walks but we all run
We are all in a hurry and feel the pressure to keep moving quickly.
Shout out your own name,
Express yourself and let your voice be heard.
Say what you're gonna say.
Speak your mind and express your thoughts freely without hesitation.
They'll never own it, so give it all to them
The opinions and beliefs you express are truly your own, so share them openly with others.
Keep your eyes on the holiday,
Focus on distractions or temporary pleasures rather than facing the harsh reality.
Yeah, it's a lie but it's all you know how to play
You may be aware of the deception or falsehood, but it's still the only way you know how to cope or escape.
And it'll always run so far away,
Reality or the truth may always feel distant or unattainable.
But you're never giving up the chase
Despite the difficulties, you continue to pursue or search for what you desire or need.
There's a noise, I hear them talk,
There is a lot of chatter, noise, or distractions around us that can be hard to ignore.
Without a meaning, without a choice
This chatter or outside influence may lack substance or purpose, and we may feel powerless to escape it.
Contributed by Gavin R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Lucky8590
In this storm we are all one,
No one walks but we all run.
Shout out your own name,
Say what you’re gonna say.
They’ll never own it, so give it all to them.
Keep your eyes on the holiday,
Yeah, it’s a lie but it’s all you know how to play
And it'll always run so far away,
But you’re never giving up the chase.
There’s a noise, I hear them talk,
Without a meaning, without a choice.
Shout out your own name,
Say what you’re gonna say
They’ll never own it, so give it all to them.
(I always thought that you would come and save us) x4
Keep your eyes on the holiday,
Yeah, it’s a lie but it’s all you know how to play
And it'll always run so far away,
But you’re never giving up the chase.
@woodyatlarge
You guy are fucking incredible up there with the best of Synthpop and Synthwave ,bloody awsome,,
@Ravii-mr9wz
Absolutely wonderful 💜💜
@kurtlocke4804
Keep your eyes on the holiday... Chase a dream, don’t follow a nightmare. We are one... Shout out your own name... It is a lie but it is all, you were shown how to blame...
@kurtlocke4804
Always thought that you would come and save us...
@kurtlocke4804
We are one...