2002 saw the departure of Andrecht and the release of the sophomore album Ruined. The aggressive album led Phelps to recruit Sam P. and Jason DM of Los Angeles based Pulse Legion to complete the live line-up. Shortly thereafter, the growing band completed its first North American tour.
In 2004 Imperative Reaction unleashed Redemption. This album combined the rock feel of Ruined with a more club friendly sound which helped propel the first single “Giving In To The Change” to become a dance floor staple. Jason DM was replaced on keys by Clint Carney (System Syn, God Module) and the band set out on its second North American tour. The Redemption tour led to an invitation to join VNV Nation as direct support for their 2005 Formation Tour. Over the course of 36 shows Imperative Reaction transformed itself into a celebrated live act in front of over 25,000 fans.
As We Fall , released in 2006, was met with universal acclaim. Imperative Reaction joined EBM legends Covenant on their successful Skyshaper US tour. Shortly thereafter, IR was asked to join VNV Nation on their European Judgment Tour. Upon returning to the US, the band was picked to open for Combichrist on their 2007 North American tour. Further solidifying themselves as one of the premier electronic live acts, IR returned home to Los Angeles just in time to head out with psychobilly giants, Tiger Army on their US Razor’s Kiss Tour. The desire to expand and strengthen the live show led Phelps to hire Trevor Friedrich (Combichrist, Eighteen Visions, Suffer Well) to drum for the band.
In 2008, Imperative Reaction released Minus All and embarked on its most ambitious headlining tour to date. Shortly after the completion of the tour the band added guitarist/keyboardist Adam Vex (Seraphim Shock) and the live chemistry was solidified once and for all.
In 2009, the band took time off from writing to hit the road with fellow Metropolis Records artist, Psyclon Nine. The co-headlining tour, named "The Ruina Tour", saw the bands playing to capacity crowds across the US.
2010 was spent holed up in the studio creating the band’s most ambitious album to date. Imperative Reaction is an electronic rock masterpiece that showcases a band in its prime; ready to blow any preconceived notions out of the water. There is no escape.
As We Fall
Imperative Reaction Lyrics
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But I'm losing ground
Drifting towards the edge
As it all comes down
I'm giving in
There is no answer
Falling down within
Holding on to might have been
As we fall don't look down
It's all collapsing to the ground
Drowning everything we are
Don't look down
As we fall don't let go
This is too much to take alone
Watching all the things we are
Fall apart
I'm starting to let go
But it's too late now
We've reached the end
With nothing left to show
I'm giving in
There is no answer
Falling down within
Holding on to might have been
The lyrics to Imperative Reaction's song "As We Fall" depict the feelings of someone who is on the brink of a collapse, both mentally and physically. The opening lines "I'm trying to hold on, but I'm losing ground" set the tone for the song and show that the person is struggling to maintain control. The phrase "Drifting towards the edge, as it all comes down" highlights the sense of impending doom and the feeling that everything is falling apart. The chorus urges the listener to not look down, as everything around them is collapsing. The second verse seems to suggest a sense of resignation as the person admits that they're starting to let go, but there's nothing left to show.
The lyrics suggest a feeling of helplessness and despair, as the person cannot seem to find an answer or a way out. They are holding on to what might have been, but that only serves to amplify their pain. This song is a depiction of someone who is grasping at the last straws of hope while being aware that they are about to lose everything.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm trying to hold on
I'm making an effort to maintain stability
But I'm losing ground
However, I'm beginning to lose control
Drifting towards the edge
I'm gradually moving toward a dangerous situation
As it all comes down
As everything falls apart
I'm giving in
I'm unable to fight anymore
There is no answer
There's no clear resolution to the problem
Falling down within
Experiencing emotional turmoil
Holding on to might have been
Clutching onto the past and what could have been
As we fall don't look down
Despite our descent, let's not lose hope
It's all collapsing to the ground
Everything is falling apart and failing
Drowning everything we are
The situation is overwhelming and suffocating us
Don't look down
Stay positive and maintain hope for a brighter future
As we fall don't let go
Despite feeling overwhelmed, don't give up entirely
This is too much to take alone
The situation is too difficult to handle alone
Watching all the things we are
Observing all we've built and accomplished
Fall apart
Disintegrate and crumble away
I'm starting to let go
Losing my grip on the situation
But it's too late now
However, it's already too late to take action
We've reached the end
The situation has reached its conclusion
With nothing left to show
Despite our efforts, nothing has been accomplished
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LEFTERIS KOKKALIS
I'm trying to hold on
But I'm losing ground
Drifting towards the edge
As it all comes down
I'm giving in
There is no answer
Falling down within
Holding on to might have been
As we fall don't look down
It's all collapsing to the ground
Drowning everything we are
Don't look down
As we fall don't let go
This is too much to take all alone
Watching all the things we are
Fall apart
I'm starting to let go
But it's too late now
We've reached the end
With nothing left to show
I'm giving in
There is no answer
Falling down within
Holding on to might have been
Olia P
Love this song a lot. It gives a kind of "electricity" to the whole body. So it's hard to sit still while listening to it :)
Damian Stark
Dig this band. Got introduced to them by Pandora, of all things. After it beat me over the head with Five Finger Death Punch for weeks, I changed genres. It then beat me over the head with a highly infectuous and amusing Eisenfunk bat. Then... This. Thank you Pandora. Win.
LEFTERIS KOKKALIS
I'm trying to hold on
But I'm losing ground
Drifting towards the edge
As it all comes down
I'm giving in
There is no answer
Falling down within
Holding on to might have been
As we fall don't look down
It's all collapsing to the ground
Drowning everything we are
Don't look down
As we fall don't let go
This is too much to take all alone
Watching all the things we are
Fall apart
I'm starting to let go
But it's too late now
We've reached the end
With nothing left to show
I'm giving in
There is no answer
Falling down within
Holding on to might have been
Tobias Geib
This is a great song. One of a kind.
Brick
tips fedora m'lady
TheLittlegoody2shoes
My absolute favorite song of theirs, and one of my fav pieces of EBM. :)
YCCCm7
I've heard some fine industrial in my time, but these guys blast and beat themselves to the top. Glad I actually tried pandora for a change.
Blink th3Dog
Saw them in 2005, opening for A23, it was also Electrophile's last set before they broke up. good memories.
Piñon Pine
Probably the best band from LA right now
James Johnson
Their rhythm is all there own.mordern day genius.😎👍