LoveHateHero felt like it was time to step outside the boundaries they had created for themselves with their previous efforts. After building a solid fan base with their first two albums, Just Breathe and White Lies, which they had supported by touring nationally with such acts as Chiodos, Funeral for a Friend, and Scary Kids Scaring Kids, the band, despite all their hard work, felt like they had not quite hit their stride. Even after White Lies sold over 20,000 copies in the U.S. and drew the attention of magazines like Alternative Press and Outburn, something wasn't quite right and they knew it.
While writing songs for their newest release America Underwater, the band retooled their sound. The result was a record that focuses more on their well-developed vocal melodies and cleanly polished hooks. Nearly reinventing themselves as a whole, the group dropped a lot of the edginess from their songs, using it sparingly instead of as a crutch to rest on. For this release, "maturing as songwriters" wasn't just a cliché.
"Everyone's better at what they're doing so we were able to get more creative," singer Pierrick Berube explains. "The album still holds true to the band's sound but adds so much more depth, while at the same time being a more care free album.
"I think we concentrated more on songwriting and the material, what the songs are about," Pierrick continues. "We wanted everything to be a complete song instead of just parts that shredded or were heavy. We didn't want each song to be random riffs, we wrote complete songs that are just good songs. We simplified it but opened it up with vocal harmonies and music melodies in a way that we could have more fun."
Backed by a phenomenal team including platinum selling pop/rock producers Daniel James and Leah Haywood at Dreamlab Productions, Grammy nominated mixing genius Brian Paturalski (Aerosmith, Silverchair), and mastering guru Ted Jensen (Smashing Pumpkins, Nirvana, Tokio Hotel, etc.), this four piece from the City of Angels is guaranteed to inspire those fans who have loved them before and win over those who never gave them a chance.
"Our producers work with a lot of pop acts, but they've always had a love for rock & roll," Pierrick states. "It was a great learning experience to record with them. They are excellent songwriters and are really knowledgeable about song structure and it helped us a lot."
When LoveHateHero was finished recording, they exited Dreamlab Productions with ten anthemic, pop-laced rock songs, powered by Pierrick's signature vocals and Thrasher's relentless guitar attack. With Scot Gee (drums) and Arthur "Paris" Bosserman (bass) solidifying the rhythm section, the band steamrolls forward with more passion and fervor than ever before.
LoveHateHero now looks to blast headfirst to the next level with the release of America Underwater immediately followed by endless touring to support the album while spreading their sound to new listeners. Look for them on tour this summer supporting the release of America Underwater.
Discography:
2009 - America Underwater
2007 - White Lies
2005 - Just Breathe
Members:
Pierrick Berube - Vocals (2003-2011)
Kevin 'Thrasher' Gruft - Guitar (2006-2011)
Myke Russell - Guitar (2005-2006), (2006-2008)
Arthur 'Paris' Bosserman - Bass/Vocals (2003-2011)
Scott Gee - Drums/Piano (2005-2011)
Justin Whitesel - Guitar/Keys/Vocals (2008-2011)
Josh Newman - Guitar/Vocals (2003-2005)
Mark Johnston - Guitar/Vocals (2004-2005)
Bryan Ross - Drums (2004-2005)
Omar Espinosa - Guitar/Vocals (2003-2004)
Saints and Sinners
LoveHateHero Lyrics
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Wearing the same things that he'd never change.
And no one can blame that he didn't have his life,
And no one believes in him.
Well, he changed within,
He planned out his whole life.
He can't begin, his whole life in hearts and
Why are we so quick to judge?
There's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Or a sinner without a future.
We'll just have to make it right this time.
There's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Or a sinner without a future.
We'll just have to make it right this time.
Love comes around,
But chains are still draggen.
His chin is held high, he'd never imagine
One more mistake, expected to happen.
So, where is he now?
No one remembers.
Hopes started high, and shot down like airplanes.
His fate was sealed, the day he left.
Why are we so quick to judge?
There's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Or a sinner without a future.
We'll just have to make it right this time.
Yeah, there's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Or a sinner without a future.
We'll just have to make it right this time. (this time)
So this life, is too much for him; he'd rather be
Locked away, dreaming of better days, yeah.
There's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Or a sinner without a future. (yeah!)
We'll just have to make it right this time. (right this time)
There's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Or a sinner without a future.
We'll just have to make it right this time.
The lyrics of Lovehatehero's song "Saints and Sinners" speak of the judging and ostracizing of an individual who has made past mistakes, despite his efforts to change and start anew. The opening line of the song sets the scene for the subject's return to society, but it's emphasized that he's still wearing the same clothes he did before, signaling that people are quick to judge and not giving him the chance to prove himself. Although he's planned out his life and changed his ways, it seems like nobody believes in him, and he's struggling to start a new life. This sense of hopelessness and despair is further underscored by the line, "So where is he now? No one remembers."
The chorus repeats the message that there is no such thing as a sin without a history or a sinner without a future, emphasizing the idea that everyone deserves a chance to start anew and prove themselves. It's essential to give someone the benefit of the doubt and not judge them by their past mistakes. However, the subject's fate seems sealed, as his hopes have been shot down, and he's expected to make more mistakes. It's a poignant reminder of how people's perceptions of us can significantly impact our lives.
In the bridge of the song, the singer seems to give up on his dreams and would instead be locked away, dreaming of better days. Overall, "Saints and Sinners" highlights the need for compassion, forgiveness, and second chances, even if someone has made past mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
As he steps out the gate,
As he begins his journey,
Wearing the same things that he'd never change.
Wearing the same clothes he always does.
And no one can blame that he didn't have his life,
No one can fault him for his past.
And no one believes in him.
No one has faith in him.
Well, he changed within,
But internally, he's changed.
He planned out his whole life.
He has his future all mapped out.
He can't begin, his whole life in hearts and
He can't start living his life at his heart's desire.
Reason is easy, it's no one believes in him.
It's easier to come up with reasons when no one has faith in him.
Why are we so quick to judge?
Why do we jump to conclusions so fast?
There's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Everyone has a past and some mistakes they've made.
Or a sinner without a future.
But everyone also has the potential to change and do better.
We'll just have to make it right this time.
We have to try to make things right moving forward.
Love comes around,
Love is present in his life.
But chains are still draggen.
But he's still dragged down by his past mistakes.
His chin is held high, he'd never imagine
He remains optimistic despite it all.
One more mistake, expected to happen.
But he's afraid of making another mistake.
So, where is he now?
Where has he ended up?
No one remembers.
No one seems to know or care.
Hopes started high, and shot down like airplanes.
His aspirations were once lofty but now seem out of reach.
His fate was sealed, the day he left.
The day he left, his destiny was fixed.
So this life, is too much for him; he'd rather be
He finds this life overwhelming and would prefer to be locked away.
Locked away, dreaming of better days, yeah.
He dreams of a brighter future when he's locked away.
Yeah, there's no such thing, as a sin without a history
Once again, everyone has a past and some mistakes.
We'll just have to make it right this time. (right this time)
We have to try to make things right from here on out.
Contributed by Carter M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.