Out of the Pit (2009 - 2010)
The band recorded the first album Out of the Pit in Calgary in early 2009. During the mixing of the album at Metalworks Studios in Toronto, producer Greg Godovitz invited long time friend Rik Emmett to record a guitar solo to the only cover song on the album, a remake of Motörhead anthem Ace of Spades. After playing their first 2009 Canadian tour, Paige's vocal style had changed significantly and the band approached Kevin Shirley to rerecord the vocals and remix the album. The remix was so different that many industry writers thought the band had brought in a new lead singer. Producer Nick Blagona (Deep Purple) rerecorded the vocals and remixed the last track of the album "Legend". Kobra and the Lotus independently released their debut album Out of the Pit in March 2010.
Kobra and the Lotus (2011–2012)
The band recorded their second album self-titled Kobra and the Lotus February to April 2011, with producer Julius Butty then headed to Europe for a UK summer tour. While touring, the band's manager Susan Bullen had been in touch with several labels regarding the second album and reached out to Mark Spicoluk at Universal Music Group and played some preliminary tracks from the new album. Universal Canada thought the album needed an anthem and encouraged the band to write four new tracks and go back into the studio January and February 2012 with fellow Canadian Kevin Churko to record the new tracks and remix and remaster the entire album. The songs 50 Shades of Evil and Forever One were two of the new tracks written. The self-titled album was globally released in August 2012 in the UK and Europe by Spinefarm Records and in 138 other countries by Universal Music Group affiliates. It was then released in the USA and Canada in April 2013 with Universal Music Enterprises UMe and T-Boy Records.
High Priestess (2013–2014)
The band recorded 14 new tracks for their new album High Priestess with super producer Johnny K, a Grammy Award nominated producer/engineer/mixer/musician and songwriter at Groovemaster Recording Studios in Chicago. Charlie Parra del Riego joined as special guest guitarist for the recording. High Priestess was released globally on June 24, 2014. The band toured the new album in North America with KISS and Def Leppard in the summer of 2014. During the same recording session the band recorded "Zombie", a single featuring guest guitarist Charlie Parra del Riego that was later released on Halloween day (October 31, 2015). B-side is "Remember Me". There are two versions of "Remember Me" on the Kobra and the Lotus YouTube channel, one with an additional pre-chorus section.
Break and Words of the Prophets (2015–2016)
After an extensive tour schedule that summer Kobra Paige took an eight-month break from touring to regain her health. To regain their momentum Paige reunited her band with Johnny K, to do a tribute to the Canadian classic rock legends they grew up on. Words of the Prophets was released globally on August 28, 2015. The EP contains heavier covers from Alannah Myles, Triumph, Bachman-Turner Overdrive and April Wine. The band toured the new EP in Europe with Kamelot and Gus G in the fall of 2015. Subsequently, Paige became a guest singer with Kamelot for their Haven tour in North America and parts of Europe.
Prevail I and II (2017–2018)
The band recorded a double album after a successful pledge campaign with producer Jacob Hansen in Denmark. Prevail I and Prevail II will be released separately, Part I released in 2017. The first single from Prevail I 'TriggerPulse' was released early to coincide with a fall European tour with Delain and Evergrey and became the first song by Kobra and the Lotus to gain over 2 million plays on Spotify. The back story for how "TriggerPulse" was written is on the main band website blog. The second single from Prevail I 'Gotham' was released on February 17, 2017 with exclusive premiers streaming via Metal Hammer and Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles. The third prerelease from Prevail I is "You Don't Know" Napalm Records[released on March 31, 2017. "Light Me Up" reached number 38 on the US Active Rock chart in December 2017. Prevail II was nominated for a Juno Award for Metal/Hard Album of the Year 2019.[49]
Evolution (2019)
The band recorded Evolution, their sixth full length album with producer Michael Baskette and was released on September 20, 2019.
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Current members
Kobra Paige – vocals, piano (2009–present)
Jasio Kulakowski – guitars (2012–present)
Brad Kennedy – bass (2013–present)
Marcus Lee – drums (2014–present)
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Albums
Out of the Pit (2010)
Kobra and the Lotus (2012)
High Priestess (2014)
Words of the Prophets - EP (Titan Music, 2015)
Prevail I (2017)
Prevail II (2018)
Evolution (2019)
" Imagine Lee Aaron fronting Iron Maiden and you get an idea of what this hard rocking quintet is all about." - Access Magazine 2010. Kobra and the Lotus is a female fronted classic heavy metal band from Canada, featuring Brittany Paige from the 2010 Metal Hammer "Maidens of Metal" Calendar. Voted one of the top 10 bands to see at 2010 Canadian Music Week. Debut CD "Out of the Pit" produced by Kevin Shirley released March 2010 in Canada and September 27, 2010 in the UK.
"The Kobra and the Lotus frontwoman has more vocal muscle than just about any man in the scene" - Canoe Jam! Music 2010.
"If Bruce "Air Raid Siren" Dickinson (Iron Maiden), had a long-lost sister, it would doubtless be Kobra and the Lotus frontwoman Brittany Paige, Canada's next claimant to the crown of "Metal Queen" - Jamie O'Meara - Voir.ca
Ace of Spades
Kobra and the Lotus Lyrics
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You win some, lose some, all the same to me,
The pleasure is to play, makes no difference what you say,
I don't share your greed, the only card I need is
The ace of spades
Playing for the high one, dancing with the devil,
Going with the flow, it′s all the game to me,
Double up or quit, double stake or split,
The ace of spades
You know I'm born to lose, and gambling's for fools,
But that′s the way I like it baby,
I don′t wanna live for ever,
And don't forget the joker!
Pushing up the ante, I know you wanna see me,
Read ′em and weep, the dead man's hand again,
I see it in your eyes, take one look and die,
The only thing you see, you know it′s gonna be,
The ace of spades
The song "Ace of Spades" by Kobra and the Lotus is a thrilling tale of gambling and risk-taking, where the singer is challenging anyone who likes to gamble to face off against him. He knows the game, and whether he wins or loses, he enjoys the thrill of it all. He doesn't care about anyone's greed or desires, he only wants to play and win.
The lyrics of the song continue to describe the excitement of the game, where the singer is willing to risk it all, as he dances with the devil. He mentions various aspects of gambling, from rolling the dice in snake eyes to doubling up or quitting. He believes that he is born to lose and that gambling is for fools, but he enjoys it nonetheless. Finally, he stakes it all, knowing that the only thing that he will see, and his opponent will see, is the Ace of Spades.
Line by Line Meaning
If you like to gamble, I tell you I′m your man,
I am the perfect person for you if you enjoy taking risks and playing games of chance.
You win some, lose some, all the same to me,
Whether I win or lose, I am not bothered by it.
The pleasure is to play, makes no difference what you say,
Playing the game is what brings me joy, and your opinion about it does not matter.
I don't share your greed, the only card I need is
I do not have the same desire for wealth as you, I only need one thing to succeed:
The ace of spades
The most valuable card in the deck that holds the power to win the game.
Playing for the high one, dancing with the devil,
Taking the biggest risk possible, even if it means putting myself in danger.
Going with the flow, it's all the game to me,
I am willing to adapt to any situation as long as the game continues.
Seven or Eleven, snake eyes watching you,
Using dice to determine my fate, I understand that the odds are against me.
Double up or quit, double stake or split,
I am willing to bet more to increase my chances of winning or cut my losses if needed.
The ace of spades
The only card that matters in the end, as it holds the potential to beat all the others.
You know I'm born to lose, and gambling's for fools,
I understand that I am not a natural winner and that gambling is a foolish activity.
But that's the way I like it baby,
Despite the inherent difficulties, I enjoy the thrill of the game and will continue to play.
I don't wanna live forever,
I do not want immortality, as the fleeting nature of life is what makes it precious.
And don't forget the joker!
The wildcard in the game that can either help or hurt me, but is always there to keep things interesting.
Pushing up the ante, I know you wanna see me,
Increasing the stakes of the game in order to make it more exciting for everyone involved.
Read 'em and weep, the dead man's hand again,
Showing the cards I have been dealt, which may lead to my downfall and potentially deadly consequences.
I see it in your eyes, take one look and die,
The look in my opponent's eyes reveals their fear and the knowledge that they are about to lose.
The only thing you see, you know it's gonna be,
The final card I reveal will ultimately determine the outcome of the game.
The ace of spades
The one card that can make or break everything.
Writer(s): Ian Kilmister, Edward Alan Clarke, Philip John Taylor
Contributed by Sydney I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Zayd Qasas
Love these guys, i prefer their more recent stuff but its great to see how they've come along over the last few years. She definitely grew into her voice.
Carlos Bermudez
Amo esta version...me alegra haberlos conocido!
black kei
They are amazing live. I saw them in Toronto I think on June 23. They are all so talented. This is one of my fav sings by motor head so when I herd it I was like sweet and they did a crazy job at it. I'd go see them again anytime.!!!!
stjepan krcmar
chilled w her for a weekend about 5 yrs back, and she's actually a really cool girl. Her voice is next level, and that guitar kicks ass too
Rockin Paparazzo
Awesome cover!
lilfrnz
new city legion at edmonton - was a pretty good set but the audio issues kinda weakened the show - she couldnt show off the pipes as well as she would have. it's also nice seeing some band do ace of spades since motorhead wont play it anymore
Sulibanesa 51
maravilha
misfit
They have done it justice but I will always prefer Lemmy's vocal
Robert Koncyk
AWESOME!!!!!!!!!
Vraxer
Nice Cover