Since those early days Gwen Stacy has maintained a diligent work ethic rivaling older, more experienced bands and have toured America on multiple occasions sharing the stage with today's favorites such as The Devil Wears Prada, mychildren mybride, and metal sensation The Human Abstract among others. "I would say the best part about the tours that we've done is that we've gotten to travel and play with bands that are, above all else, our friends," Schindler states from the studio.
On the band's full-length Ferret debut, "The Life I Know", Gwen Stacy convened with Paul Leavitt (All Time Low, The Bled, From Autumn to Ashes), and well-known producer Brian Mcternan to record in the fall of 2007. "I think the biggest thing I'll take away from this recording experience is the fact that an outside opinion is not always a bad one," laughs the band's bassist. "I think the songs are better because of it. Paul and Brian are definitely trying to bring out the best in us." "I have learned that we really work best creatively as a unit rather than individually," states the band's drummer.
On "The Life I Know", Gwen Stacy come out and immediately destroy the listener's expectations. Vocalist Cole Wallace's delivery hearkens back to a time when the message and the need to be understood were an essential part of hardcore. "A lot of our lyrics are about faith, how we struggle through life, and other things people can relate to," admits Wallace. "The newer stuff is more mature than our earlier material," continues guitarist Patrick Meadows. "We've all grown stronger at what we do."
In the coming year Gwen Stacy will go nationwide once again and take "The Life I Know" to bigger crowds and venues around the country. "Our goal is to play every town and every city," concludes Sego. "Above all else, we want to play and hang with the kids and bring our message to every place our van can take us."
News about Cole ( 6/19/08 )
"Hey ya'll
So to address the lineup change. I'm not about to sugar coat this and pass it off with the usual "creative differences." As our fans I feel that you deserve to know what's been going on in the world of Gwen Stacy, even the not so pleasant stuff.
For a while we had been having a lot of issues with Cole, which I won't get into details about out of respect for him, but nonetheless, issues. Members had quit, and it became a choice of letting Cole go, or Gwen Stacy being finished. And Gwen Stacy being finished is just out of the question. I don't think any of us can stomach the idea of missing out on all of the shows yet to be played. Long story short, GS must continue on.
We know it's a hard thing to understand. It's a hard thing for us to deal with, but there's a lot of life left in Gwen Stacy. We've only just begun. We're writing a crap ton of material for the next record and touring like crazy, and we hope that you all will help us through this hard time so that we can keep jamming with all of you.
Much love,
-T.J.
--GS"
BREAK UP (11-7-10)
Gwen Stacy 2004-2010
After six years, nineteen countries, countless US tours, two albums, and an EP, Gwen Stacy has decided call it quits. We feel like now is the best time to end the band and pursue other options and directions in life. We would like to thank everyone who has been involved with the bands career over the years. There are too many people to thank everyone individually, but we would like to send a special thanks to past members TJ Sego, Cole Wallace, Bobby Oakley, Josh Rickard, Mike Bryant, and Chris Suter, our manager Mark LaFay, Carl Severson and everyone else at what was Ferret Music, Once Nothing, Life In Your Way, Poison The Well, Haste The Day, Vanna, and every other band that we’ve been able to share the road with. Thank you as well to anyone who came out to a show, bought a shirt or cd, sang along, let us crash on their floor, or was just supportive in any way.
A few of the members will be starting new projects and we will be updating our pages as these projects start to unfold. We want to assure everyone that we are splitting up on good terms. We’re all excited to see what everyone has in store for their future endeavors. Be sure to keep checking back to follow up with what everyone is doing.
Our last show will be Saturday November 20th at Rhino’s, 331 S Walnut St. Bloomington, IN. Please come out and get gross with us one final time.
Thanks again for everything…
Brent, Geoff, Patrick, Matt, and Brett
Geoff: Vocals
Brent: Bass/Vocals
Matt: Guitars
Patrick: Guitar
Brett: Drums
www.myspace.com/gwenstacy
2) Gwen Stacy is a swedish band with only two members:
Johan Rosell & Petter Bergeling.
The genre is a mix of electronica, Gameboysynth and Synthpop.
The name 'Gwen Stacy' comes from the Marvel comic book Spider-Man. A blonde college co-ed, Gwen was the first true love of Peter Parker (Spider-Man). Gwen was killed by Spiderman accidentally while trying to save her(her neck snapped) in The Amazing Spider-Man issue #121 (June 1973).
Addictionary
Gwen Stacy Lyrics
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This world's in need of beauty,
And it has taken you for granted.
And the pain consumes what's in you.
Your closest ones held back by the length of an arm.
Unable to reach.
You have no idea what you put yourself through.
Keep on pushing yourself to the floor.
You're steady in your own demise.
Can you feel this racing through your veins?
This is all you need.
Why do you do the things that you do to yourself?
You do this to yourself.
It's so hard to live with your hands down your throat."
"I am not in control, and I'm praying for peace to keep.
I am not in control, and I'm praying for peace to call my own.
It always takes what's left of me.
A lesson here is deserved."
"I built your heart. I built that heart for me.
That heart was built for love.
You'll never fill the void.
Breathe deep, let the smoke fill your lungs.
You're steady in your own demise."
The song Addictionary by Gwen Stacy portrays a message of hope and encouragement to those who struggle with addiction. The lyrics suggest that people who battle addiction are facing a world that takes them for granted and underappreciates them. The song encourages those who struggle with addiction to stand up and fight their demons. The pain that consumes them is depicted as an obstacle that hinders them from reaching their full potential. The song also highlights the impact of addiction on loved ones, who are unable to help because of the addiction's hold on the person.
The song "Addictionary" was written by Gwen Stacy and features on their album, A Dialogue. The song was released in 2008, and it is 3:38 minutes long. Gwen Stacy was formed in Indianapolis in 2004 and features members Brent Schindler, Chris Suter, Patrick Meadows, Mike Bryant, and TJ Sego. The song has a metalcore genre and is described as one of their most popular songs.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby girl, stand up.
Encouragement to stand in a world that has overlooked you.
This world's in need of beauty,
The world lacks beauty and needs more people like you.
And it has taken you for granted.
The world has not appreciated your beautiful self.
And the pain consumes what's in you.
The pain you feel is taking over who you are.
Your closest ones held back by the length of an arm.
The people that love you are unable to help you despite their efforts.
Unable to reach.
They cannot lend a hand to help you move on.
You have no idea what you put yourself through.
You are not aware of the severity of the situation you're in.
Keep on pushing yourself to the floor.
You’re hurting yourself by forcing yourself down on the ground.
You're wasting away in your self-made hell.
You're allowing your own self-destructive behavior to ruin you.
You're steady in your own demise.
You’re constantly on the road to self-destruction.
Can you feel this racing through your veins?
The chaos within you is taking over.
This is all you need.
All the chaos and self-destruction is what you want.
Why do you do the things that you do to yourself?
Why do you keep hurting yourself this way?
You do this to yourself.
You are solely responsible for your own self-destruction.
It's so hard to live with your hands down your throat.
You're suffocating yourself and living this life is getting difficult for you.
I am not in control, and I'm praying for peace to keep.
I am powerless against the chaos, and I wish for peace.
I am not in control, and I'm praying for peace to call my own.
I'm unable to control my inner demons and wish to find peace in my life.
It always takes what's left of me.
The chaos and self-destruction always takes away what is left.
A lesson here is deserved.
There is a lesson to be learned from your current self-destructive behavior.
I built your heart. I built that heart for me.
I'm the one responsible for shaping who you are and who you’ve become.
That heart was built for love.
You have a beautiful heart that deserves love.
You'll never fill the void.
You will always feel like something is missing in your life.
Breathe deep, let the smoke fill your lungs.
Find comfort in your harmful habits.
You're steady in your own demise.
You’re slowly falling apart, and no one can help you this time.
Contributed by Sadie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.