1) Guardian was formed in 1982 by… Read Full Bio ↴There are five artists with this name:
1) Guardian was formed in 1982 by bassist David Bach, vocalist Paul Cawley, and and drummer, Rikk Hart. They originally named themselves "Fusion" and added David Caro on guitars. They were signed to Enigma records in 1985 and changed their name to Gardian, soon after replaced Caro with Tony Palacios on guitar. They released two demos under the Gardian name called Fusion (released 1984) and Voyager (released 1987). Their debut album "First Watch" was released in 1989 under the final name change "Guardian", but shortly after Cawley and Hart left the band due to the rigors of non-stop touring.
In 1990, Cawley was replaced by Jamie Rowe (formerly of "Tempest") as the new vocalist and Hart was replaced by Karl Ney on drums. This lineup remained consistant throughout their last English studio album "Bottle Rocket" in 1997. However, in 2002 Guardian released "Dime", their 3rd Spanish effort, yet with all new material. David Bach could not be a part of this album due to time constraints. Their 1993 album "Miracle Mile" was their most popular commercially successful album.
In the words of Jamie Rowe, "There will be another Guardian album." Let's hope so.
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2) GUARDIAN - Five Piece metalcore band from Sydney, Australia.
Formed in early 2014 GUARDIAN released their first 7 track EP September 12.
The EP is self titled and was recorded at Young Productions on the east coast of Sydney.
Not long after their release they landed shows with CONFESSION, and soon after, I KILLED THE PROM QUEEN. The largest show played to date has been at the Queensland festival Easterfest.
Early 2015 they released their first music video for their fifth track 'Storms' which features a guest spot from Blake Curby of Elegist; another local metalcore band.
The band is currently writing for their full length and they enter the studio June 8 to begin working with SONNY TRUELOVE of STL Studios.
You can download the full EP for free on bandcamp at:
https://guardianband.bandcamp.com/releases
You can find them on facebook at:
https://www.facebook.com/Guardianbandau
Music Video Link:
http://youtu.be/n-aR1emx190
The band consists of:
Anthony Antoun - Guitar
Jeff Wu - Guitar
Jackson Grace - Bass
Joe Graham - Drums
Jordan Neander - Vocals
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3) A technical metal band from Boise, Idaho.
4) A Hardcore band from Texas.
5) Dubstep artist dj Guardian.
6) Group of young Australians who remix songs that are influential to them
Salvation
Guardian Lyrics
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BACKSEAT SCHOLARS WHO LOVE TO DRIVE-
LITTLE HEADS NEVER STOP TO WONDER-
IS GOD ALIVE?
LITTLE TRUTHS ON A ROLLER COASTER-
HOLD ON TIGHT FOR THE NEXT BIG DIVE-
EVERY STRAIGHT AND NARROW TWISTED-
IS GOD ALIVE?
YOU ARE THE ONE WHO GIVES ME EVERYTHING MY SOUL DESIRES -
ALL I DESIRE IS THE PERFECT WORK YOU'VE DONE -
SALVATION -
SALVATION -
SALVATION
IS GOD ALIVE?
OH YEAH
LITTLE MAN OUTSIDE THE GARDEN-
LITTLE MANMADE APPETITES -
LITTLE MAN GONNA CLIMB TO HEAVEN
IS GOD ALIVE?
LITTLE GODS WANT TO RULE THE WORLD NOW-
LITTLE WORKS MAKE 'EM FEEL SO WISE-
COUNTERFEIT WISDOM BEGS THE QUESTION-
IS GOD ALIVE?
YOU ARE THE ONE WHO GIVES ME EVERYTHING MY SOUL DESIRES-
ALL I DESIRE IS THE PERFECT WORK YOU'VE DONE
SALVATION -
SALVATION -
SALVATION -
IS GOD ALIVE?
OH YEAH
FRAIL MAN, BROKEN MAN, DO WE KNOW YOU?
PASSION PLAY ON A LONELY HILL-
YOU'RE GOD THEN COME OFF THAT CROSS NOW-
IS GOD ALIVE?
EVEN DEATH COULDN'T HOLD THE CHOSEN -
SHOOK THREE NAILS AND A TON OF STONE -
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR THE ANSWER, LOOK NO FURTHER
IT'S GOD ALONE-
YOU ARE THE ONE WHO GIVES ME-EVERYTHING MY SOUL DESIRES-
ALL I DESIRE IS - THE PERFECT WORK YOU'VE DONE -
SALVATION -
IS GOD ALIVE?
OH YEAH -
The lyrics of Guardian's song "Salvation" can be interpreted as a plea for people to ask themselves if God is truly alive and present in their lives. The opening lines speak of the various ways people try to understand God through little tests and theories, but never stopping to wonder if He exists. The roller coaster imagery suggests that people are always looking for the next big thing, but are they seeking God? The repetition of the question "Is God alive?" serves to emphasize the song's central theme.
The chorus speaks to the idea that God is the one who gives us everything we desire in our souls. It acknowledges that only God's perfect work can truly satisfy us. The repetition of the word "Salvation" shows that the only way to find true satisfaction is through God.
The second verse continues with the idea of manmade appetites and the desire for power. The line "little works make 'em feel so wise" suggests that humans often believe they can control their own fate through their own actions, when in fact, only God can provide true salvation.
The final verse speaks of the Passion Play and Jesus Christ's death on the cross. It acknowledges that even though Christ died, he was able to rise again, which speaks to the notion that God truly is alive. The final line drives home the idea that the answer we're all seeking can only be found in God.
Line by Line Meaning
LITTLE TESTS, LITTLE LAB-SPUN THEORIES -
Small experiments, small and unproven ideas made in laboratories
BACKSEAT SCHOLARS WHO LOVE TO DRIVE-
People who love to talk and critique, but never take action themselves
LITTLE HEADS NEVER STOP TO WONDER-
Small-minded individuals who don't take the time to think deeper
IS GOD ALIVE?
Questioning the existence of God
LITTLE TRUTHS ON A ROLLER COASTER-
Small pieces of information that are constantly changing or fluctuating
HOLD ON TIGHT FOR THE NEXT BIG DIVE-
Prepare for the next big change or challenge
EVERY STRAIGHT AND NARROW TWISTED-
Every time something seems certain, it is changed or made uncertain
YOU ARE THE ONE WHO GIVES ME EVERYTHING MY SOUL DESIRES -
God is the one that fulfills all of a person's innermost desires
ALL I DESIRE IS THE PERFECT WORK YOU'VE DONE -
The artist only desires the perfect work of God
SALVATION -
Referring to being saved by God
IS GOD ALIVE?
Questioning the existence of God
OH YEAH
Affirming the existence of God
LITTLE MAN OUTSIDE THE GARDEN-
Humans that are outside of the presence of God
LITTLE MANMADE APPETITES -
Desires that are not natural and are fueled by society or culture
LITTLE MAN GONNA CLIMB TO HEAVEN
Believing that one can achieve heaven on their own
LITTLE GODS WANT TO RULE THE WORLD NOW-
People who believe they have the power to control the world
LITTLE WORKS MAKE 'EM FEEL SO WISE-
Feeling wise or intelligent because of small accomplishments
COUNTERFEIT WISDOM BEGS THE QUESTION-
Fake or incorrect wisdom only raises more questions
FRAIL MAN, BROKEN MAN, DO WE KNOW YOU?
Asking if people truly understand what it means to be human
PASSION PLAY ON A LONELY HILL-
Referring to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ
YOU'RE GOD THEN COME OFF THAT CROSS NOW-
Challenging the idea of why God would allow himself to suffer and die
EVEN DEATH COULDN'T HOLD THE CHOSEN -
Death was not powerful enough to hold Jesus Christ
SHOOK THREE NAILS AND A TON OF STONE -
The resurrection of Jesus Christ
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR THE ANSWER, LOOK NO FURTHER -
The answer is found in God
SALVATION -
Referring to being saved by God
IS GOD ALIVE?
Questioning the existence of God
OH YEAH
Affirming the existence of God
YOU ARE THE ONE WHO GIVES ME-EVERYTHING MY SOUL DESIRES-
God is the one that fulfills all of a person's innermost desires
ALL I DESIRE IS - THE PERFECT WORK YOU'VE DONE -
The artist only desires the perfect work of God
SALVATION -
Referring to being saved by God
IS GOD ALIVE?
Questioning the existence of God
OH YEAH -
Affirming the existence of God
Contributed by Skyler C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.