They were signed to Lava Records in March 2017 and a month later the band released their debut studio EP, "Black Smoke Rising". Their debut single, "Highway Tune", topped the Billboard US Mainstream Rock and Active Rock Rock stations in September 2017 for four weeks in a row. A second EP "From the Fires", containing the four songs from Black Smoke Rising and four new songs, was released on November 10, 2017, alongside a second single, "Safari Song".
GRETA VAN FLEET's debut LP, "Anthem Of The Peaceful Army", was released in 2018 to countless accolades including No. 1 Billboard Rock Album and Top 3 on the Billboard 200. Their "From The Fires" EP, released in 2017, won "Best Rock Album" at the 61st Grammy Awards.
Their 3rd studio album, "Starcatcher" (2023) follows GRETA VAN FLEET's second album "The Battle At Garden's Gate", released in 2021 to extensive chart and critical success. In the US, the album debuted at No. 1 Billboard Rock Album, No. 1 Billboard Hard Rock Album, No. 1 Billboard Vinyl Album, No. 2 Billboard Top Album Sales and in the Top 10 on the Billboard 200. It was a Top 10 album in the U.K. and a major hit around the world.
GRETA VAN FLEET is best known for its renowned live performances, selling over one million tickets worldwide. They sold out their entire 2022 arena tour, holding a special energy between them and their devoted fans. With "Starcatcher" the band aims to capture that energy in the recording studio.
The band's heavy rock sound is influenced by the work of Led Zeppelin and many other rock and blues acts, with lead vocalist Josh Kiszka having a voice that has been compared to Robert Plant's "husky howl.
Greta Van Fleet's music has been categorized as hard rock and blues rock. Although all four members bonded over blues, each does have their own music tastes; Jake gravitates towards rock and roll, Sam likes jazz, Danny prefers folk, and Josh likes world music. Sam stated that "It's not like we set out to be a rock and roll band, it's just that sound that comes out [when] we get together and play." Songwriting is done by the band as a whole after one of the four members finds the concept for a song. Danny said a lot of their songs are first written in a "folk set up" before evolving into something else.
Greta Van Fleet are often compared to Led Zeppelin. Jake related that he "... went through a year of really intensely studying what [Jimmy] Page did ...", but he has studied other virtuoso rock guitarists in a similar manner, specifically mentioning Pete Townshend. Likewise, on his voice being compared to Robert Plant's, Josh said that Plant has certainly been an influence, "though it's not what I was going for." Stating that he did not even know who Led Zeppelin was until high school, he explained that his singing style came out naturally one day while struggling to be heard over the rest of the band. In a March 2018 interview, Plant cited Greta Van Fleet as one of his favorite young bands, saying "they are Led Zeppelin I" and describing Josh as "a beautiful little singer."
Some of Jake's guitar influences include John Lee Hooker, Elmore James, Bert Jansch, Eric Clapton and Keith Richards. Some of the drummers that inspired Danny are Carmine Appice, John Bonham, Mitch Mitchell and Michael Shrieve. Sam's favorite bass player is Motown session bassist James Jamerson.
Anthem
Greta Van Fleet Lyrics
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So many people thinking different ways, you say
Where is the music?
A tune to free the soul
A simple lyric to unite us all, you know
Your opinion only knows
The one thing that you seem to want to have most
To save yourself in your own time
You'll have to stay and open up your own mind
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
And the world is only what the world is made of
In all the noise facing every day
The colored world has turned into a grey, you say
And from the void, the place in which we came
Can we step back and see we want the same
Oh lord
Your opinion only knows
The one thing that you seem to want to have most
And you chose
To save yourself in your own time
You'll have to stay and open up your own mind (Hey)
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
And the world is only what the world is made of
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
And the world is only what the world is made of
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
And the world is only what the world is made of
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
That the world is only what the world is made of
The lyrics of Greta Van Fleet's Anthem touch on the current state of the world and how individuals form their own opinions amidst the flood of daily news. The opening lines reflect on how news is always changing, and many people have different thoughts and viewpoints. The singer then asks where the music is, the kind that frees the soul and unites everyone with a simple lyric. The words suggest that music has always been an essential part of bringing people together, and a powerful tool to unite them.
The chorus of the song suggests that everyone has their viewpoint, and they want to hold onto it tightly, just like their own personal savior. It asks people to take a step back and open up their minds to other's perspectives. The singer suggests that if individuals can agree to disagree peacefully, the world can be as harmonious as they want it to be. “The world is only what the world is made of” phrase suggests that the world belongs to everyone, and it’s only through mutual respect and understanding that people can find common ground and unity.
Overall, Anthem is an introspective song that challenges individuals to open up their minds and look beyond their perspectives to embrace diversity and other viewpoints. It sets the tone for fighting against division and dissension and promoting a message of love, unity, and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
With the news there's something every day
Every day, the news updates us on the world's chaos and problems.
So many people thinking different ways, you say
We all have different opinions and perspectives on the issues presented in the news.
Where is the music?
Where is the music that brings people together and uplifts their spirits?
A tune to free the soul
Music has the power to liberate people and make them feel alive.
A simple lyric to unite us all, you know
A straightforward message in a song that can unify people regardless of their differences.
Your opinion only knows
Your viewpoint can only see what it wants to see.
The one thing that you seem to want to have most
The one thing you desire more than anything else is the satisfaction of your own beliefs and ideas.
And you chose
You decided to prioritize your own interests rather than considering other perspectives.
To save yourself in your own time
You want to protect yourself from the chaos of the world by focusing on your own life and beliefs.
You'll have to stay and open up your own mind
To truly understand the world and its problems, you need to be willing to consider and accept viewpoints different from your own.
And every glow in the twilight knows
Every moment of clarity reminds us that the world is only what it is made of.
That the world is only what the world is made of
The world is a reflection of ourselves and our actions.
Just you and me can agree to disagree
We can have different opinions and still respect each other's views.
And the world is only what the world is made of
The state of the world is a reflection of our collective values, beliefs, and actions.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Daniel Robert Wagner, Jacob Thomas Kiszka, Joshua Michael Kiszka, Samuel Francis Kiszka
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Verse 1
With the news there's something every day
So many people thinking different ways, you say
Where is the music?
A tune to free the soul
A simple lyric, to unite us all, you know
Bridge
Your opinion only knows the one thing
That you seem to want to have most
And you chose
To save yourself in your own time you'll have to
Stay and open up your own mind
Chorus
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
That the world is only what the world is made of
Verse 2
In all the noise facing every day
The colored world has turned into a grey, you say
And from the void, the place in which we came
Can we step back and see we want the same?
Oh lord
Bridge
Your opinion only knows the one thing
That you seem to want to have most
And you chose
To save yourself in your own time you'll have to
Stay and open up your own mind (Hey)
Chorus
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
That the world is only what the world is made of
Chorus
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
That the world is only what the world is made of
Chorus
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
That the world is only what the world is made of
Chorus
And every glow in the twilight knows
That the world is only what the world is made of
Just you and me can agree to disagree
That the world is only what the world is made of
gigio
4 guys
from one town
3 brothers and their friend
with incredible talent...
our world needs their peace, love and unity.
Chris Marple
You will only find that in Jesus
B__W_45
@Chris Marple and who knows if he was real….satan runs the word sadly and most of the stories are what he wants us to think and read. Just saying. God is the only one to truly be able to help us. And he is us so we just have to dig deep enough to find his love then we can be free.
Mixon Media
@B__W_45 dude I couldn't agree more, we need to just dig deep and forget all the news and hatred...we just need to love, love, and love more. I dont care if its associated with jesus but if it is than its even better. I just want this world to feel the love that's always in the air.
Teresa Lee Theisen
@Mixon Media i happen to love this song!
Łockheed
Long live Frankfurt
Jeje Albert
Listening in 2020, during this dreaded pandemic. This song is comforting.
Gaetano Bracale
If only more people heard it. It carries a very positive message. Imagine a world where everyone fanboys about GVF. Would be awesome
Pold
i re- discovered this song during the qaurantine and i really felt like yes, everything is gonna be alright after all.
and im hoping Gvf are doing good even tho we dont hear that much from them
Drew
Everything will heal in time... humanity is the earth's worst virus its gonna take alot to bring us down