Man Overboard was formed by childhood friends, Nik Bruzzese and Wayne Wildrick, when they began writing songs together at Nik's Small Hill Studio. Wildrick then invited Zac Eisenstein, who at the time was vocalist of the band The Front Page which Wildrick was also a member of, to sing and play guitar. Justin Mondschein from the band Bangarang! was asked to play drums but after he, and a revolving door of other drummers left, Justin Collier (another member of The Front Page) took over drums full time. The core line up of the band was then completed. They entered the studio in 2008 to record their debut EP, Hung Up on Nothing. The band then went on a nationwide tour to promote the now out of print EP.
In November 2009, they signed with Run for Cover Records where they released a three song digital EP entitled, Dahlia, which was produced by Jesse Cannon. This was followed by a split with good friends, Transit, in December 2009.
In 2010, the 10 track compilation entitled, Before We Met: A Collection of Old Songs, featuring songs from Hung Up on Nothing was released on Panic Records in February. The band then released an acoustic EP on Run for Cover, Noise from Upstairs in March. But perhaps their most acclaimed work to date was their debut album, Real Talk. Released on CD, vinyl and digital format on July 20 on Run for Cover Records. The album picked up a favorable review from Absolute Punk who called it "the pop punk album of the summer", Amp Magazine calling it "A 5 star, 10 out of 10 release. A must pick up listen in every respect" and Australian website Killyourstereo calling it "the best pop punk album of 2010" and rating it 98 out of 100. On the back of Real Talk, Man Overboard have toured the US with such bands as The Wonder Years, The Swellers, Fireworks and Transit and Europe with Senses Fail, The Ghost Inside, Transit and All or Nothing.
Founding member and guitarist Wayne Wildrick left the band in August 2010 due to personal reasons. Then-drummer Justin Collier replaced Wildrick on guitar and Mike Hrycenko (who was also in The Front Page) joined on drums.
In December 2010, Man Overboard signed with Rise Records and announced they will release their sophomore full-length with Rise as well as Run for Cover in 2011. Prior to releasing the album, the band will put out another compilation LP on Run for Cover entitled The Human Highlight Reel, that features Dahlia, Noise from Upstairs, Real Talk B-Sides, a "Promise Ring" cover and two brand new songs as well as a new 7 entitled The Absolute Worst on Rise on February 22, 2011.
In April 2011, Wayne Wildrick rejoined the band and stated that his reason for his departure in 2010 was down to anxiety. He played his first performance back at Bamboozle, and the band continued as a 5 piece.
In August 2011, they announced that their new album would be self-titled and will be released on Rise Records on September 27. They also released the track listing and album artwork.
It was confirmed in July 2011 that the band was added to the opening act of the Pop Punks Not Dead Tour this Fall headlined by New Found Glory. Other opening acts include Set Your Goals, The Wonder Years, and This Time Next Year.
In December 2011, Man Overboard acted as direct support for The Early November on several of their reunion shows in the Eastern United States.
For the first half of 2012, Man Overboard will be touring the United States and Europe, with many different bands, including Trapped Under Ice, The Story So Far, Save Your Breath, and Handguns.
On January 4th, 2012, it was confirmed that the band will be playing all of the 2012 Vans Warped Tour.
Drummer Mike Hrycenko did not join Man Overboard for their performance at the Pop Punk The Vote Tour.
Man Overboard have announced that they have parted ways with Mike Hrycenko during the PPTV tour. He left on good terms, stating he was pursuing a college degree.
2- Man Overboard is an english jazz combo: swing and gypsy jazz.
Leading this stunning band are violinist, Thomas Gould and star of London swing, clarinetist Ewan Bleach. This great partnership is complemented by the unique voice of Louisa Jones and a hot rhythm section with Jean-Marie Fagon on guitar and Dave O’Brien on the double bass.
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Disconnect
Man Overboard Lyrics
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Straight shot down the highway and through my chest.
And I thought about missing you and the meaning of the word futile.
I walked around this rainy college campus
on a Sunday for three hours.
I thought about home and how you wouldn’t be there.
And I thought of me and how you just don’t care.
But I could swear I saw your reflection
You were standing next to me and your lips were on my cheek.
And I can swear I feel the dissection
of the whole me when you leave.
And I’ve grown to hate this connection that I weave.
I drowned you in alcohol last night.
But you poked air holes through my chest.
You fought hard to maintain your place in my heart and on my mind.
Connections wearing thin.
In Man Overboard's song Disconnect, the singer's thoughts revolve around their longing for a significant other. The singer starts by saying they drove through Berlin at night, where they reminisce about the person they miss and question the point of it all. The singer then walks around a college campus on a rainy day and thinks about their own home and how it won't be the same without the significant other there. The singer then begins to think that the person they miss doesn't care as much as they do. The singer then experiences a hallucination of sorts, imagining the person they miss standing next to them and kissing them on the cheek. However, the singer comes to the realization that the connection between the two was negative and damaging, hence the line "And I've grown to hate this connection that I weave." The song ends with the line "Connections wearing thin," a reference to the breakdown of their relationship.
The song is a heart-wrenching depiction of the impact of a toxic relationship on the psyche of the person affected. Through the lyrics, we see the singer experiencing different stages of grief - denial, anger, bargaining, and finally acceptance - all the while unable to fully disconnect from their significant other.
Line by Line Meaning
I drove through Berlin tonight.
I was driving through Berlin and the feelings of missing you hit me hard like a physical blow.
Straight shot down the highway and through my chest.
The pain of missing you felt like a sudden and direct hit to my chest that I couldn't ignore.
And I thought about missing you and the meaning of the word futile.
As I thought about how much I miss you, I also questioned the point of it all and whether my efforts to move on are worth it.
I walked around this rainy college campus on a Sunday for three hours.
I spent three hours wandering around a rainy college campus, lost in thought and consumed by your absence.
I thought about home and how you wouldn’t be there.
As I walked, my mind drifted to thoughts of home and how empty it feels without you there.
And I thought of me and how you just don’t care.
In my thoughts, I couldn't help but consider how distant and uncaring you seem to be towards me.
But I could swear I saw your reflection in the puddle of rain on the concrete.
As I walked through the rain, I imagined seeing your reflection in a puddle on the ground, feeling your presence all around me.
You were standing next to me and your lips were on my cheek.
In my imagination, you were standing close to me and the sensation of your lips on my cheek was overwhelming and vivid.
And I can swear I feel the dissection of the whole me when you leave.
Whenever you leave, I feel like a part of me is being ripped away, torn apart in a way that leaves me feeling lost and incomplete.
And I’ve grown to hate this connection that I weave.
As our relationship continues to fray and come undone, I find myself resenting the bond we share, knowing how painful it is to keep trying to hold onto something that's slipping away.
I drowned you in alcohol last night.
In an attempt to forget my feelings for you, I tried drowning them out with alcohol.
But you poked air holes through my chest.
No matter how much I try to bury my feelings, they always come back to the surface, leaving me feeling exposed and vulnerable.
You fought hard to maintain your place in my heart and on my mind.
Despite everything, you still hold a significant place in my heart and thoughts, and it's a fight to try and let go of those feelings.
Connections wearing thin.
Our relationship is wearing thin and it feels like it's only a matter of time before it snaps completely.
Contributed by Kayla G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John Doe
Hands down, best pop punk band ever.
j3r3mysk8
debatable
Colin FB
In my opinion, the best pop-punk bands of this generation are Man Overboard, The Story So Far, and City Lights. Even though City Lights borders on easycore
tea
Ever.... maybe not. Best band of this pop punk era / resurgence? Yes.
Missing Since Monday
This album has some of the best songs in my opinion. We play pop punk really similar to this, check us out if you've got a minute :)
Lanee
I miss this band a lot.
Michael Whitmire
im in love.
larry stylinson
LITERALLY TWO SECONDS IS AND IDK MAN SOMETHING HAPPENED. I LIKE THIS A LOT OKAY
AllFeelingsAside
Still here
Jack McMahon
Defend Incelcore