A music video was released for the song "No Good" in June. It was directed by Eric Teti. In late July, it was announced the band were recording, and in early August the band finished recording its next release. Knuckle Puck supported Senses Fail on the band's Let It Enfold You 10th anniversary tour from late August till early October 2014. In early September, the band released a 7" flexi containing the songs "Oak Street" and "Home Alone", the former of which was intended for release on the group's next EP. The flexi was released by Bad Timing. On October 16, 2014, "Bedford Falls" was available for streaming. On October 23, the While I Stay Secluded EP was made available for streaming and on October 28, it was released by Bad Timing. The EP had peaked at number 5 on the Heatseekers Albums in the U.S. Guitarist Kevin Maida revealed that the band "firmly and confidently" considered the EP the group's best work so far. On October 31, the band released a music video for "Oak Street". In November and December, the band supported Modern Baseball on the group's winter tour.
In November 2014, the various artists compilation album Punk Goes Pop 6 was released, it featured Knuckle Puck covering The 1975 song "Chocolate". On December 22, 2014, Knuckle Puck signed to Rise Records. Maida said that Rise would be "a bountiful new home" for the group and would help the band evolve. Throughout January and February 2015 the band supported Neck Deep on the band's The Intercontinental Championships Tour. In late February, the band announced it had started recording its debut album and by early April, the group had finished. The group joined The Maine on The American Candy Spring 2015 Tour, as a support act, throughout April and May. On June 11, the band's debut album, Copacetic, was announced. The artwork and track list was revealed. On June 19, a music video was released for "Disdain". On June 30, "True Contrite" was made available for streaming. The band played on the 2015 edition of Warped Tour. On July 14, "Pretense" was made available for streaming. On July 23, the album was made available for streaming. Copacetic released on July 31. The band supported State Champs on the group's European tour in September and October. The band toured the U.S. in October and November, with support from Seaway, Head North and Sorority Noise. In February and March 2016, the band supported Neck Deep and State Champs on the groups' co-headlining tour of the U.S.
In March 2017, a 7-inch vinyl single was released, featuring the tracks "Calendar Days" and "Indecisive". On July 27, the band released the first single from their at the time upcoming album onto YouTube and iTunes titled "Gone". A few months later in September the second single "Double Helix" was released on YouTube with its music video. The group released their second album, Shapeshifter, on October 13.
Despite its title, the second album from Knuckle Puck isn’t a reinvention; rather, Shapeshifter is the sound of the Chicago-based pop-punk band taking their best qualities and honing them to make them even sharper. The songwriting became tighter and more deliberate, the lyrics more introspective and urgent—without losing an ounce of the sweat-soaked authenticity and passion that made their debut album, Copacetic, so captivating.
Above all, it’s an album that proves the band are unflinchingly unwilling to compromise when it comes to their art. That’s evident on first single “Gone,” perhaps the most fully realized Knuckle Puck song to date. It’s equal parts muscular and melodic, textured with keyboards, buzzsaw guitars and a buoyant chorus that will integrate seamlessly into the band’s raved-about live show.
“When you reach early adulthood and start to see your life take shape, it’s also important to shape your identity and break yourself free from anything that might be holding you down,” guitarist Nick Casasanto explains. “I hope the album instills a little bit of hope in people. I hope people realize they should consume the things that really speak to them. Through that, I feel like it’s the most satisfying way to be who you want to be.”
Evergreen
Knuckle Puck Lyrics
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Head for the door back to the west coast
Setting sail on concrete oceans
Feel the hills roll on engulfed in flames
Where red woods tower over me
Where there's so much more than we think there is to see
I'll lead a life of firsts on foreign soils
(Somewhere that I can find)
Holding in tightly to the misery will never get me far
It will never get you far
As I exhale this breath of fresh air
I feel the distance tear the space between us
Cause we're always climbing toward the sun
But the cabin pressure gets to me
And there's so much more than we think there is to see
On to barren land and wasted weeks but we won't keep searching
We're fucking helpless
And I feel the staleness in the autumn air, it's not like usual
It's fucking hopeless
I'll lead a life of firsts on foreign soils
Somewhere that I can find the bones of a better man inside
(Somewhere that I can find)
Holding in tightly to the misery will never get me far
It will never get you far
I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen
I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen
I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen
(I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen)
The song "Evergreen" by Knuckle Puck is about longing for change and growth, and leaving behind old comforts and pains. The lyrics suggest that the singer is ready to start anew and leave behind their current location, specifically the west coast, in order to find themselves and become a better person. They are searching for a new place that will allow them to return to the root of who they are and discover “the bones of a better man inside" them.
Throughout the song, the singer acknowledges the challenges that they will face in their journey, such as the "concrete oceans" and "barren land and wasted weeks". But despite these struggles, they believe there is so much beauty to be found in the world, including the towering redwoods that represent the potential for growth and change. The lyrics also address the feeling of disconnect that distance can create between people, but ultimately, the singer wants to leave behind a legacy for those they are leaving behind, symbolized by the notion of the "evergreen": something that continues to grow and thrive even after it has been cut down.
The song is a call to take risks and leave behind what's comfortable in order to set off on a new adventure, with the hope of self-discovery and personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
This is where it starts, right here, square one
We are at the beginning of a new journey
Head for the door back to the west coast
Leaving behind the old and moving towards a more promising future
Setting sail on concrete oceans
Embarking on a new adventure despite the challenges and uncertainty
Feel the hills roll on engulfed in flames
The journey will be difficult and filled with obstacles
Where red woods tower over me
Nature provides a sense of strength and beauty
Where there's so much more than we think there is to see
The journey will reveal new perspectives and opportunities
I'll lead a life of firsts on foreign soils
Embracing new experiences and challenging oneself in unfamiliar territory
Somewhere that I can find the bones of a better man inside
The journey is an opportunity for personal growth and self-discovery
(Somewhere that I can find)
Holding in tightly to the misery will never get me far
Letting go of negative emotions is key to moving forward
It will never get you far
As I exhale this breath of fresh air
Feeling the release of stress and a sense of renewal
I feel the distance tear the space between us
The journey has its costs and may cause distance from loved ones
Cause we're always climbing toward the sun
Striving for growth and success
But the cabin pressure gets to me
Feeling overwhelmed and under pressure
And there's so much more than we think there is to see
Despite the struggles, the journey holds the promise of new discoveries
On to barren land and wasted weeks but we won't keep searching
The journey may lead to disappointment, but the search continues
We're fucking helpless
Feeling powerless and lost
And I feel the staleness in the autumn air, it's not like usual
Feeling a sense of change and upheaval
It's fucking hopeless
Feeling a sense of despair and uncertainty
I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
Leaving a legacy and a promise to loved ones
You grew from a seed
Seeing growth and potential in others
Forever strong as a pine tree
Enduring and resilient like nature
Always an evergreen
A symbol of eternal life and growth
(I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen)
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: John Siorek, Joseph Taylor, Kevin Maida, Nicholas Casasanto
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ananta bagus saputra
This is where it starts, right here, square one
Head for the door back to the west coast
Setting sail on concrete oceans
Feel the hills roll on engulfed in flames
Where red woods tower over me
Where there's so much more than we think there is to see
I'll lead a life of firsts on foreign soils
Somewhere that I can find the bones of a better man inside
(Somewhere that I can find)
Holding in tightly to the misery will never get me far
It will never get you far
As I exhale this breath of fresh air
I feel the distance tear the space between us
Cause we're always climbing toward the sun
But the cabin pressure gets to me
And there's so much more than we think there is to see
On to barren land and wasted weeks but we won't keep searching
We're fucking helpless
And I feel the staleness in the autumn air, it's not like usual
It's fucking hopeless
I'll lead a life of firsts on foreign soils
Somewhere that I can find the bones of a better man inside
(Somewhere that I can find)
Holding in tightly to the misery will never get me far
It will never get you far
I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen
I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen
I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen
(I'll leave this all behind for you when I'm gone
You grew from a seed
Forever strong as a pine tree
Always an evergreen)
Bandzz
Just one of those songs that gets better every time you hear it.
TrinityRourke
This is one of the most beautiful pop punk songs I think that I have ever heard
TC&S J
yeah I only just discovered them 😫
Alexander
@TC&S J same
Alan McGory
Agreed. Theyre great. If you want another band thats similar, i highly recommend State Champs.
Been addicted to both of em lately
Killa B
For sure, beautiful melody
Grant Leach
Facts
nemo
I'll leave this comment so if someone commented or liked this, it means it's time for me to listen/watch this masterpiece again.
MoodSwingsNJ
If we commented and liked it does that mean you will listen to it twice???
Squidward Tentacles
come back