Their first 12" was released in 1998, followed by their debut CD, "This Is Just The Beginning" and "No Gimmicks Needed" LP on Blackout! Records the next year. The band subsequently signed to Side One Dummy Records and released two albums, "Funeral For A Feeling" in 2001 and "From Companionship To Competition" in 2005. KYI has also released quite a few EP's and split EP's including 2002's split with fellow LIHC band Crime In Stereo.
By January, 2006 the band had been together for ten years and celebrated by playing an anniversary show with friends Inhuman, Ensign, Two Man Advantage, Shell Shock and others at CBGB.
They disbanded in the May of 2007, playing their final show in a parking lot to 200-300 people, including many close friends. Local authorities shut down the originally intended last show after the audience far exceeded the venues capacity, and so it had to be moved last minute to a car park at a LI rehearsal studio.
Some members of the band founded Black Anvil.
The Seen
Kill Your Idols Lyrics
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The lyrics to Kill Your Idols' song "The Seen" paint a picture of the shallow and superficial world of the punk rock scene, where a select few are considered "the who's who" and "status climbers." The singer is mocking these pretentious individuals, who seek validation in their party invitations and their aesthetic choices. The repeated phrase "you make no difference, you're just a pretty face" emphasizes the emptiness and lack of substance in this culture of image-obsessed individuals. The song encourages listeners to reject this shallow mentality and instead embrace equality and authenticity.
The lyrics also touch on themes of betrayal and resentment. The line "By The Way Don't think I forgot, Don't think I ever will" suggests that the singer has been wronged by someone in this scene, and the bitterness and anger behind this sentiment are palpable. The mention of "sleepless nights" implies that this betrayal has had a major impact on the singer's well-being, and the sarcastic tone of "doesn't that give you a thrill?" suggests that the perpetrator is enjoying their own success at the expense of someone else's pain.
Overall, "The Seen" is a biting commentary on the superficiality and competitiveness of certain subcultures, in which appearance and status are valued above all else. The song encourages listeners to reject this mentality and prioritize authenticity and equality.
Line by Line Meaning
Today is the day, of the big punk rock show see the status climbers, and the who's who's they know.
Today is the day of the highly anticipated punk rock concert where the pretentious social climbers and elite individuals have gathered.
You'll be on the guest list, make sure you shout it loud You feel so important, now you're walking so proud
You've secured a place on the guest list, and you're eager to show off your privileged status, causing you to feel overly self-important.
The highest current fashion, from your head down to your toes gotta make a strong impression, now its backstage you go
You've carefully selected the latest and trendiest fashion, from head to toe, with the intention of making a lasting impression, and you proudly make your way backstage.
Make sure we all see you, on the side of the stage you're the punk rock status climbers, and you're always the rage.
You strive to be seen by everyone on the side of the stage, positioning yourself as the epitome of punk rock status climbers, the envy of all.
You make no difference, you're just a pretty face you jockey for position in some silly childish race like a game we played in high school, still trying to be cool its time to get a grip, stop being such a fool
Despite your attempts to stand out, you're ultimately just another pretty face, and your constant efforts to one-up others in a juvenile competition is reminiscent of high school games. It's time to mature and stop trying to impress others.
the prom is over, and the king and queen moved on if you came here to be popular, this is not where you belong cause everyone here is equal, and that's how its meant to be
The days of high school prom and superficial popularity contests are long gone. If you came here seeking to gain popularity, then you're in the wrong place since everyone here stands on equal ground, that's how it should be.
we won't let you change it, that's how its gonna be. By The Way Don't think I forgot, Don't think I ever will.
We won't allow you to alter the atmosphere, which is one of equality and inclusivity. By the way, don't think for a moment that I've forgotten about your shallow and arrogant behavior, I won't.
I told you that I wouldn't, doesn't that give you a thrill? You should be proud, you've earned your bragging rights. Too bad it had to cost me so many sleepless nights.
Don't be surprised that I haven't let your behavior go unnoticed. It's gratifying to see how much you revel in your status, but it's unfortunate that your success came at the expense of my peace of mind.
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Blackshrk Music
This album is the best to me. He did not deserve to die in that way and Tara it was in a way much more painful. Rest in Peace Wayne&Tara
Michael Ray
I miss early 2000's metal.. I miss when metal grooved like this..
Justin J
Lamb of God, Hellyeah, Devildriver, if you aren't familiar
Kevin Michael
@Justin J still not the same as the early 2000s. They were so raw. Nowadays it's over produced. Tho log, AILD and many other of the band's that are still around are still gold. Just still doesn't have this raw feel.
Unforgiven11
For real, static x is probably my favorite metal ever. They had like 3 albums in a row that were pure FIRE
Vlad The Impaler
@Justin J Coal Chamber, Static X machine and Wisconsin death trip, Slipknot album 1 and Iowa , American Head Charge 🤘🤘
AmberJade
Me fucking too bud...
Barry Johnson
One of the best songs on a extremely awesome album!
Street Bike Takeover
Wayne is gone but his soul lives on, Legends never die 🤘
Craig Von Ruden
one of my favorite songs based on guitar sound alone