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).
If We Live Right We Can't Die Wrong
Gwen Stacy Lyrics
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Sent with no intent to return
What am I to expect
When I don't understand
Here is the life I know
When everything you know
Crumbles before your eyes
Under the weight of disappointment
The places I knew to be home seem strange
I feel the farthest from the ones I love the most
Set aside
Sent with no intent to return
What am I to expect, when I don't understand?
Still I know if I close my eyes and silence my heart
I can hear a voice quietly calling my name
Did you expect this to be easy?
Don't let yourself be fooled
Do you have the strength to move so to move the world
Never underestimate those with something to fight for
Convictions run deeper than blood
I see now that peace is but an illusion of safety
I see now that peace is but an illusion of safety
My complaints, my fulfillment
They are a distant memory
I am made whole in his love
I've finally learned to feel
And no one can take that away
You can not take that away
You can not ever take that away
Don't look for me to back down
Don't look for me to back down
You have the strength to move the world
Still I know if I close my eyes and silence my heart
I can hear a voice quietly calling my name
Did you expect this to be easy?
Don't let yourself be fooled
Do you have the strength to move so to move the world
You have one chance at life
You have one chance at life
You have the strength to move the world (to move the world)
Move the world
The lyrics of Gwen Stacy's song "If We Live Right We Can't Die Wrong" depict a sense of uncertainty and struggle that one faces in their life. The opening lines of the song indicate that the singer has to let go of something or someone and is sent away with no intention of returning. The feeling of not understanding what's happening and what to expect is also highlighted in these lines.
The following verses describe a crumbling of everything the singer once knew and the battle to even breathe under the weight of disappointment. The sense of being estranged from loved ones and the feeling of displacement is also mentioned.
However, amidst these feelings of uncertainty and struggle, the singer finds solace and strength in their faith. They hear a voice quietly calling their name and realize that peace is but an illusion of safety. The song suggests that conviction runs deeper than blood and that one should never underestimate those with something to fight for.
The final lines of the song speak to the strength and power we all possess to make a difference in the world. We have one chance at life, and it is up to us to move the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Set aside
Leaving behind something that once played an important role in your life
Sent with no intent to return
Moving on without any plan of going back to that previous life
What am I to expect
Uncertainty and confusion about what lies ahead
When I don't understand
Feeling lost and clueless without any clear answers
Here is the life I know
Coming to terms with the current reality of life
When everything you know
Losing everything you depended on and believed in
Crumbles before your eyes
Witnessing the destruction of everything you held dear
It becomes a battle to breathe
Struggling to cope with the overwhelming emotions and challenges
Under the weight of disappointment
Feeling crushed and burdened by the letdowns and failures
The places I knew to be home seem strange
Feeling alienated from the familiar places and people
I feel the farthest from the ones I love the most
Experiencing a sense of loneliness and distance from loved ones
Still I know if I close my eyes and silence my heart
Finding comfort in solitude and introspection
I can hear a voice quietly calling my name
Feeling a sense of purpose and direction towards something greater
Did you expect this to be easy?
Challenging the notion of an effortless journey towards success
Don't let yourself be fooled
Warning against naivety and complacency on the path to success
Do you have the strength to move so to move the world
Questioning if one possesses the strength and determination to create change and impact the world
Never underestimate those with something to fight for
Recognizing the power of conviction and determination in individuals
Convictions run deeper than blood
Stressing the depth and intensity of one's beliefs and values
I see now that peace is but an illusion of safety
Realizing that tranquility is not a guarantee of security
My complaints, my fulfillment
Reflecting on past grievances and accomplishments
They are a distant memory
Acknowledging the impermanence of past experiences and emotions
I am made whole in his love
Finding fulfillment and completeness in a higher power's love
I've finally learned to feel
Overcoming emotional barriers and learning to be vulnerable
And no one can take that away
Asserting the indestructibility of personal growth and self-discovery
You can not take that away
Emphasizing the resilience and strength of individual growth
Don't look for me to back down
Standing firm and resolute in one's convictions and goals
You have one chance at life
Recognizing the preciousness and fragility of life
You have the strength to move the world (to move the world)
Encouraging the belief in one's ability to make a significant impact in the world
Contributed by Maya A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
mrmcevilweevil
love this band, my fav song is probably The fear in your eyes
DJ Doom
EPIC!!!!!!!!! Keep Up Excellent Work, Peace
Magic Man
"YOU CAN NOT EVER TAKE THAT AWAY!" So good :D
Quentin BaldEagle
Lovin the title of the song its so catchy!!
Dee Irick
Best Christian metal band in like... ever!
LunaSpaces
I heard this a while back when I was younger and it's a pretty good band! awesome live too :D
Connar macDonald
youre beautiful
Tomas Emil Nodenes Heggland
I miss the years I was addicted to Gwen stacy!
baker1690
i love playing this song. easy. fun. kickassness.
LunaSpaces
I like this song dude, I haven't listened to core like this in a while.