Founding members Chuck Robertson, Sascha Lazor, Todd Rosenberg, Carter Benson and James Malis started the group in high school but the band's membership has changed frequently since its inception. Drummer Todd Rosenberg left the band in 1999, Benson left the band in 2002, and bassist Mark Iversen left the band in 2006. The current lineup consists of:
* Chuck Robertson (lead vocals/rhythm guitar/primary lyricist)
* Sascha Lazor (lead guitar/banjo/primary composer),
* Keith Douglas (trumpet/backing vocals)
* Ed Hernandez (trombone)
* Brian Flenniken (drums/percussion),
* Cris Badham (bass guitar).
The band used to play under the name The Ivy League, but in 1996 they changed their name after signing to the Honest Don's Records label to avoid confusion (and potential litigation) with two prior bands that went by the same moniker. The band's debut album, Quality Soft Core, was released the following year. After the release of the album, the band was signed to Fat Mike's label Fat Wreck Chords, through which the Mad Caddies have since released 4 studio albums, an EP and a live album.
Discography
* Quality Soft Core (1997)
* Duck and Cover (1998)
* Rock the Plank (2001)
* Just One More (2003)
* Songs in the Key of Eh! (Live from Toronto) (2004)
* Keep It Going (5/1/2007)
* Consentual Selections (2010)
EP
* The Holiday Has Been Cancelled (2000)
* 2007 Tour EP (Sold only on their 2007 tour, with 2 new tracks from Keep It Going, plus 4 older songs) (2007)
Riot
Mad Caddies Lyrics
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I think evolution is at the end of it's tree today
Where do we go from here
Without fear without harmony
What's left to say (honestly) the games we play
When our president can't even read
Riot my hands in the air
This empire's crumbling down
Greed of the nations will burn to the ground again
But will we understand
Raise our hands for equality
The Mad Caddies' song "Riot" explores the struggle for equality in a world of corrupt power structures. The opening lines of the song suggest that humanity has reached the end of the evolutionary tree and is on the brink of collapse. The lyrics contemplate the future and question what lies ahead, as it appears that humankind is struggling to find balance and harmony.
The lyrics in the second verse take a direct shot at politicians and people in power, suggesting that they are not qualified to lead if they can't even read. It's a scathing critique of the state of politics and governance. The chorus begins with the phrase "Riot my hands in the air," which suggests a call to action. The idea behind this line is to take to the streets to demand change and to fight for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
What is the world that we see
We question the state of the world we live in.
I think evolution is at the end of it's tree today
We believe that human progress has stalled in modern times.
Where do we go from here
We express uncertainty about the future direction of humanity.
Without fear without harmony
We recognize that fear and lack of harmony have negative impacts on society.
What's left to say (honestly) the games we play
We acknowledge that our actions and words may be insincere or manipulative.
When our president can't even read
We criticize the incompetence or inadequacy of our political leaders.
Riot my hands in the air
We embrace rebellion or protest against the system.
Riot we don't fucking care
We express defiance or indifference towards the consequences of our actions.
This empire's crumbling down
We observe the decline or collapse of society or civilization.
Greed of the nations will burn to the ground again
We suggest that the pursuit of wealth or power will eventually lead to destruction.
But will we understand
We question whether humanity will learn from its mistakes.
Raise our hands for equality
We advocate for equal treatment and respect for all individuals.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: PAUL SMITH
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What is this world that we see?
I think evolution is at the end of it's tree
Today, Where do we go from here
Without fear without harmony?
Whats left to say (honestly) the games we play
When our president can't even read
Riot (ohohh)
My hands in the air
Riot (ohohh)
We don't fucking care (2x)
This empire's crumbling down
Greed of the nations will burn to the ground, again
But will we understand?
Raise our hands for equality
What's left to say, (honestly) the games we play
When our president can't even read
Riot (ohohh)
My hands in the air
Riot (ohohh)
We don't fucking care (x2)
(2x)
We don't fucking
We don't fucking care
Unnamed Unknown
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