Metalcore band from Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Representatives of the band offered this statement:
"This is an exciting time to bring in a well trained and experienced new vocalist, Jamie has brought so many new ideas to the table which will see the album reach new levels and excite all of our fans plus many more new ones to come! The band feel more like a unit than ever before and moral is high which is only rubbing off on the album, we really look forward to hitting the road with Jamie and unleashing this complete beast of a new album to our fans."
With the line-up now full, it brings the much-anticipated debut album to a point of near completion and is scheduled for a late summer release, along with an international tour.
Blending a mix of technical structures and hardcore vocals bring you a thought of how does this work so well. Renowned by worldwide fans and youtube channels covered with guitar covers, HOAC have a passion and drive that shines through in their live show getting the crowd involved and leaving a room of chanting fans at any show. Recently welcoming the addition of new drummer noddy, ex fell silent and enter shikari 2011 will see a new album unleashed worldwide amongst numerous tours supported by strong press campaigns, this is the year of Heart of a Coward rest assured!
“Around A Girl In 80 Days” ... captures the most brutal and the beautiful sounds that Heart Of A Coward have to offer, be it the intricate tapped solos, aching harmonies or the guttering riffs this song seems to be the best display for the band’s formula.” – AmpJam Music Ezine
HOAC And Surfaces Tour "Not bad for a mob from the concrete jungle of Milton Keynes! Seriously, they were brilliant" - Avangelist Photography
Kaan Tasan - Vocals (Since 2018)
Tim Beazley - Guitar/Vocals
Carl Ayers - Guitar
Chris Mansbridge - Drums
Vishal Khetia - Bass
Jamie Graham - Vocals (Until 2017)
(Management & Booking - The Legacy Agency)
2007
Light
Heart of a Coward Lyrics
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To reclaim what we left behind.
This pain would then subside.
Will this take you from me, my friend?
I'll re-live those endless nights in the caverns of my mind.
I'm with you 'til the end.
Please believe in me again.
The opening lines of Heart of a Coward's song Light suggest a sense of regret and a longing for the past. The singer is acknowledging that something has been lost, something that was abandoned or left behind, and that they are feeling the pain of that loss. However, the lyrics also provide a glimmer of hope in the form of the suggestion that by trying to reclaim what was lost, the pain could subside. This highlights the importance of taking action to address our problems rather than simply resigning ourselves to the pain that they cause.
The following lines introduce elements of friendship and loyalty, suggesting that the singer is addressing someone close to them who they fear may be lost. The repetition of the phrase "my friend" reinforces the importance of this person to the singer, and the question "will this take you from me, my friend?" suggests that something is at risk that could threaten their relationship. The reference to "endless nights in the caverns of my mind" brings to mind the idea of being trapped in one's own thoughts, possibly suggesting that the singer has been struggling with their emotions for some time.
Line by Line Meaning
If we were only to try.
If we put forth effort and attempt to take action.
To reclaim what we left behind.
To get back what we lost or abandoned.
This pain would then subside.
This feeling of discomfort or distress would lessen or disappear.
Will this take you from me, my friend?
Will this cause you to depart from me, my comrade?
I'll re-live those endless nights in the caverns of my mind.
I'll remember those countless evenings spent in deep thought or reflection.
I'm with you 'til the end.
I'm here to support you until the very end.
Please believe in me again.
Please have faith or trust in me once more.
Contributed by Liam R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.