MATT “BURNS” POULOS - Bass
S… Read Full Bio ↴JASON LANCASTER - Vocals, Guitars, Piano
MATT “BURNS” POULOS - Bass
STEVEN KOPACZ - Drums
ALEX REED - Guitar
It’s a truly rare occasion when a debut by a band is met with the kind of feverish fan anticipation that has encircled LUCKY STREET, the full-length debut by Tallahassee, Florida melodic rockers GO RADIO. But then again, none of those other groups have JASON LANCASTER at the helm.
The GO RADIO singer/songwriter, who’s been crafting unflinchingly honest, breathtakingly beautiful music since venturing out on his own in 2007, boasts arguably the most goosebump-inducing combination of raw vocal talent and songwriting prowess in rock today. Backed by a gifted band with two stellar EPs under their belts, LANCASTER and GO RADIO are only just beginning to explore the seemingly endless potential for their mind-blowing creations.
The band--which also includes bassist MATT “BURNS” POULOS, drummer STEVEN KOPACZ and guitarist ALEX REED--immediately turned heads with the release of their self-released EP Welcome To Life in 2008, which bowled over listeners with its poignant, heartfelt lyrics and irresistible melodies. Attracting the attention of Fearless Records, the band inked a deal with the label, releasing the band’s second EP, Do Overs And Second Chances, in 2010. The EP, which featured the stunning ballad “Goodnight Moon,” landed at #8 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart, going on to sell more than 15,000 copies in the U.S. In that span the group has toured extensively, heading out on high-profile runs with A Day To Remember, Secondhand Serenade and the Fearless Friends Tour with Mayday Parade among others. Despite the early success, 2011 promises to be the band’s most pivotal moment to date.
Tapping the legendary Tim O’Heir (The All-American Rejects, Hot Rod Circuit, The Starting Line, Say Anything) to man the console for LUCKY STREET, the 13 tracks showcases the producer’s knack for crafting inherently addicting ear candy. The production, and the awe-inspiring musicianship underpinning the songs, serves as an unmatched springboard for LANCASTER’s impassioned writing.
Mortality is not an unknown theme in GO RADIO’s music--the passing of LANCASTER’s father in August 2007 has inspired some of his most heart-rending compositions. But on LUCKY STREET the songwriter expands his scope on the subject with brilliant results, as on “Singing With The King,” which even goes on in its second verse to compile an “all-star band” in heaven complete with friends, family and long-lost legends Elvis, Johnny Cash, Keith Moon and Freddie Mercury.
Fans will also recognize a re-recorded version of “Forever My Father,” the tearful ballad that closed the Welcome To Life EP. Originally penned and recorded along with LANCASTER’s siblings Erin and Daniel shortly after their father’s passing, it’s one of the most personal, emotionally vulnerable works ever recorded in popular music.
Inspired by the moment and desiring to leave a copy of the song with his father before his burial, LANCASTER enlisted a friend with a recording studio to help track the composition immediately, resulting in the stirring performance heard on Welcome To Life. Approaching the song again for LUCKY STREET, LANCASTER says GO RADIO attempted to focus on the heart of the composition, instead of bogging the meaning down in heavy production gloss and arrangements.
Known for their kinetic live performances and intimate interaction with fans, a packed slate of touring in support of LUCKY STREET--including a full run on the 2011 Vans Warped Tour and an opening spot on the "On Your Side" tour with A Rocket To The Moon, Anarbor, Valencia, and RunnerRunner -- is the other crucial ingredient in bringing such vital art to the masses. GO RADIO aim to recruit a bonafide army of listeners, from multiple genres, as diverse as the band’s inimitable sound.
GO RADIO’s new album LUCKY STREET is out now on Fearless Records.
Lucky Street
Go Radio Lyrics
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And everyone involved got way too scared that life was way too short.
And we all sang songs about things we'd take back if given the chance again.
And I'd never seen the sky a sadder shade of grey.
And I thought about the words I told you and others I forgot to say.
So just tell me that you'll hold my hand.
We'll stand together here in New York sand.
'Cause we're all just chasing red balloons, as our sky falls to the ground.
And the ocean rises up, and you refuse to make a sound,
And everybody falls, and then it sways as if to beats.
Except for you and me.
We've got promises to keep here on Lucky Street.
So many faces that I'd hoped to soon forget.
They're all just pushing and kicking and screaming in a panicked mournful fit.
Everyone's fighting for just North of here.
But your just South and baby I'm so scared.
'Cause we're all just chasing red balloons, as our sky falls to the ground.
And the ocean rises up, and you refuse to make a sound,
And everybody falls, and then sways as if to beats.
Except for you and me.
We've got promises to keep here on Lucky Street.
'Cause we're all just chasing red balloons, as our sky falls to the ground.
And the ocean rises up, the ocean rises up.
We're all just chasing red balloons, as our sky falls to the ground.
And the ocean rises up, and you refuse to make a sound,
And everybody falls, and then sways as if to beats.
Except for you and me.
We've got promises to keep here on Lucky Street.
The lyrics to Go Radio's song Lucky Street describe a chaotic scene of an Ocean rising and meeting New York, as people become scared that life is too short. The singer reflects on past mistakes as they watch a sad grey sky and desperately long for their loved one to be by their side. In the chaos of the world around them, the two make promises to keep on Lucky Street.
The song's lyrics use powerful imagery to convey a sense of impending doom as the world falls apart. The rising of the Atlantic Ocean represents the chaos and destruction in the world, while the red balloons represent the hope and happiness that people cling to in the face of tragedy. The singer's reflection on past mistakes highlights the importance of living in the moment and cherishing those we love. Ultimately, the song is a reminder to hold onto hope and promises, even in the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
And I watched the Atlantic Ocean rise to meet New York.
I witnessed the ocean colliding with the city of New York, indicating an unwavering and unstoppable force.
And everyone involved got way too scared that life was way too short.
People became terrified at the thought of their brief existence and their inability to control their destiny.
And we all sang songs about things we'd take back if given the chance again.
We sang songs about wishing to take back past mistakes and the desire to do things over.
And I'd never seen the sky a sadder shade of grey.
I saw the sky in a desolate and gloomy state, reflecting the sadness and despair of the situation.
And I thought about the words I told you and others I forgot to say.
I reflected on the things I said and the things I wished I had said to you and other important people in my life.
So just tell me that you'll hold my hand.
Please reassure me that you will be there for me in this moment of chaos and uncertainty.
We'll stand together here in New York sand.
Let's stand united amidst the chaos in New York, a symbol of our strength and resilience.
'Cause we're all just chasing red balloons, as our sky falls to the ground.
We're all pursuing our desires and dreams while everything around us seems to be falling apart.
And the ocean rises up, and you refuse to make a sound,
Despite the looming disaster, you stay silent and non-responsive, refusing to express your emotions and thoughts.
And everybody falls, and then it sways as if to beats.
Everyone around us is falling apart, but to us, it feels like the world is moving in rhythm to a song.
Except for you and me.
You and I are the only ones who are unaffected by the chaos and remain strong amidst the turmoil.
We've got promises to keep here on Lucky Street.
We have commitments and obligations to fulfill, and we must stay true to them even in the face of adversity.
So many faces that I'd hoped to soon forget.
There are many people and memories that I wish to forget and move on from.
They're all just pushing and kicking and screaming in a panicked mournful fit.
These people are panicking and reacting in desperation, expressing their sadness and grief in a chaotic manner.
Everyone's fighting for just North of here.
Everyone is competing and fighting for what's ahead, moving forward from their current situation.
But your just South and baby I'm so scared.
You're in a different direction, separate from everyone else, and I'm scared and uncertain about what that means for us.
And the ocean rises up, the ocean rises up.
The ocean continues to rise, creating a sense of impending doom and disaster.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: MATTHEW POULOS, ALEXANDER REED, JASON ALAN LANCASTER, STEVEN KOPACZ
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