Before the release of 3D, the band released an EP titled Green Light, Go! and a self titled compilation of demos before being signed to Sumerian Records, where they've since remained. They also released a few Pre-Production demos of songs that would later be featured on 3D. Shortly after the albums release, Zack Johnson would leave the band and temporarily be replaced by Chris Moore, who was also featured on the bands music videos for 3-D and What This Means To Me. Johnson returned after Moore left the band due to "artistic differences" and joined the band on Warped Tour 2010.
The band released their second full-length album The End of the World Party on February 22, 2011. The album is noticeably different from 3D as it's a lot less heavy and more pop punk sounding. They played Soundwave 2011 in Australia, supported We the Kings alongside VersaEmerge in the United Kingdom, and played on the 2011 AP Tour along with Conditions, VersaEmerge, Destroy Rebuild Until God Shows, and Black Veil Brides. The band also made its national TV debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live performing "Glow" and "What This Means to Me."
I See Stars joined the 2011 Scream It Like You Mean It tour supporting its headliners Breathe Carolina and Chiodos, and also featuring Mod Sun, The Color Morale, and The Air I Breathe.
I See Stars released their third full-length album, Digital Renegade, on March 13, 2012. They took a heavier, more hardcore route with this release, but they still retained that electronic feel, with synthesized clean and screamed vocals. It also features guest vocals by Danny Worsnop of Asking Alexandria on the track "Endless Sky," as well as guest vocals by Cassadee Pope of Hey Monday fame on the track "Electric Forest."
Before the release of their fourth album, New Demons, which released on October 22, 2013, the band exclusively premiered their first single for the album, Violent Bounce [People Like ¥øµ] on Alternative Press and played Ten Thousand Feet live during Warped Tour 2013. On August 27, 2013, the band announced their North American headlining tour Started From The Bottom Now We Here with The Word Alive, Crown the Empire, and guests Dayshell, Get Scared, and Palisades, which started on October 29 and ended on November 24.
On July 31, 2015, the band released an acoustic album titled Phases, which featured many of their older songs reimagined as acoustic songs along with a few cover songs that were also acoustic. Jimmy Gregerson would be kicked from the band due to unknown reasons and Zach Johnson was kicked from the band as well. Devin would replace Zach as the unclean vocalist and Andrew Oliver would be moved from drums to keyboards and synth. The bands fifth album, Treehouse , was released on June 17, 2016. This album, unlike their previous two, isn't very heavy and is more chill. Acoustic versions of some songs from the album were released on April 6, 2018.
After a 5 year hiatus and Instagram account wipe, the band finally teased that they'd be releasing new material soon. According to the band on Twitter, the highly anticipated sixth album will feature more than 12 songs.
08. Electric Forest
I See Stars Lyrics
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Let it show, you no longer have to hide
I'll be there with you 'til the end's upon us;
When our eyes collide, I know you well
Your stare sees directly through me
It's almost dead silence when the lights go out
'Cause then I feel relieved when the bass slowly sounds
A crystal light shines and echoes through the crowd
The people erupt and I become a part of the
Machine that moves directly to the beat and I
Am one with you and everyone who's heart is here
Let yourself go, this is the only time to feel alive
This brings me out to you and I'll say
I'll scream it 'til my heart comes out of my chest
And leave it to the music to transcend the rest
This life is just a perfect fit for a mess like me
So many reasons to live; I need to to let them show
I've made the hardest mistakes; I need to let them go
I feel the tempo rise, my eyes open wide
I feel the well that is my heart overflow,
And now I'm losing control
These flashing lights got me lifted off the ground
What can go wrong? What can go wrong,
When all of us are together?
Never thought it would come down to this
For the first time in my mind,
Everything's coming to life
I'll paint a picture in my head,
For the best
I'll be the person to let us all see
Everything hard to define
I'll paint a picture in my head,
For the best
I'll be the person to let us all see
Everything hard to define
The song "Electric Forest" by I See Stars Feat. Cassadee Pope explores the idea of letting go of one's internal struggles and embracing one's true self. The lyrics encourage listeners to let go of the things that hold them back and to allow themselves to be fully alive in the moment. The chorus repeats the line "Let yourself go, this is the only time to feel alive," emphasizing the importance of living in the present and not letting fears or doubts take over.
The song also touches on the power of music to unite people and create a sense of community. The lyrics describe the feeling of being part of a powerful and energetic crowd, all moving in sync to the beat of the music. The lines "I am one with you and everyone who's heart is here" and "all of us together" suggest that music has the power to bring people from all walks of life together in a shared experience.
Overall, "Electric Forest" is a high-energy, uplifting song that encourages listeners to shed their inhibitions and embrace the power of music and community.
Line by Line Meaning
Let go of everything you have inside
Release all internal struggles and show your true self
Let it show, you no longer have to hide
Express yourself openly without fear of judgement
I'll be there with you 'til the end's upon us;
I'll stand by you until the very end
When our eyes collide, I know you well
When we make eye contact, I understand you completely
Your stare sees directly through me
Your gaze penetrates me and reveals my true self
It's almost dead silence when the lights go out
There's a serene quietness when the lights turn off
I like to make believe that I have the show shut down
I imagine that I am in control and have made the show come to a halt
'Cause then I feel relieved when the bass slowly sounds
I feel comforted as the bass begins to play
A crystal light shines and echoes through the crowd
A bright, vibrant light illuminates and bounces around the audience
The people erupt and I become a part of the
The crowd goes wild and I join in with the excitement
Machine that moves directly to the beat and I
The audience moves rhythmically to the music and I am part of it
Am one with you and everyone who's heart is here
I am united with you and everyone else who feels passionate about this experience
Let yourself go, this is the only time to feel alive
Allow yourself to fully immerse in this moment of vitality
This brings me out to you and I'll say
This connects me with you and I want to express
I'll scream it 'til my heart comes out of my chest
I'll shout it with all my might until my heart bursts
And leave it to the music to transcend the rest
I'll trust the music to elevate and surpass everything else
This life is just a perfect fit for a mess like me
My chaotic nature is right at home in this type of lifestyle
So many reasons to live; I need to let them show
There are numerous positive aspects of life that I need to reveal
I've made the hardest mistakes; I need to let them go
I've experienced significant struggles, but I need to move on from them
I feel the tempo rise, my eyes open wide
The pace of the music quickens and I become more alert and aware
I feel the well that is my heart overflow,
My heart brims with emotions
And now I'm losing control
I am relinquishing my grip on reality
These flashing lights got me lifted off the ground
These rapidly blinking lights elevate me to a new level of excitement
What can go wrong? What can go wrong,
What could possibly detract from this experience?
When all of us are together?
When we are united in this moment?
Never thought it would come down to this
I never expected to be in this exact situation
For the first time in my mind,
For the first time in my thoughts,
Everything's coming to life
Everything is coming to fruition
I'll paint a picture in my head,
I'll mentally visualize
For the best
For the optimal outcome
I'll be the person to let us all see
I'll be the one to ensure everyone can perceive
Everything hard to define
Everything that is difficult to explain
Lyrics © ABRAMUS, KILLPHONIC
Written by: Jame Gregerson, Brett Allen, Jeffrrey Valentine, Devin Oliver, Andrew Oliver, Zachary Johnson
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