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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I Saw Behemoth and It Ruled
Man Overboard Lyrics
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The boy who was a hero became the shame.
The girl who took it all lost everything.
She sent a message, she tried to talk,
There was something that she needed to know.
But now was not the best time,
At least she's trying.
And maybe what he told her was all she ever needed to hear, anyhow.
And maybe someday on a cloud,
Their last laugh will be heard awfully loud
'cause maybe in the end, they'll win.
But it will be a long time till they try again.
I'm trying to keep on the right side.
What am I doing?
I'm trying to keep you by my side.
I remember when you were mine.
But I was always struggling and things were never totally fine.
It's like they have some sick attraction, a magnetic pull.
They've ripped apart successfully a couple of times.
With every turn it's more and more painful.
She says she's happy now and that makes him frown,
But ultimately it makes him glad.
He wishes that they had two separate planets.
She agrees it wouldn't be that bad.
And maybe someday on a cloud,
Their last laugh will be heard awfully loud
'cause maybe in the end, they'll win.
But it will be a long time till they try again.
I'm trying to keep on the right side.
What am I doing?
I'm trying to keep you by my side.
I remember when you were mine.
But I was always struggling and things were never totally fine.
I'm trying to keep on the right side.
I'm trying to keep you by my side.
I remember when you were mine.
But I was always struggling and things were never totally fine.
The lyrics of Man Overboard's song I Saw Behemoth and It Ruled seems to be about an on-again, off-again relationship, where the couple keeps breaking up and getting back together, but the pain and struggle only intensify with each reunion. It's as if they have some kind of magnetic pull towards each other, but they need two separate planets to make it stop.
The first verse talks about a boy who used to be a hero but became the shame, and a girl who lost everything. She tries to reach out to him but he is drunk at a metal show and not ready to listen. Despite the hurt and struggle, they keep trying to keep on the right side and stay together, always wishing for a happy ending.
In the second verse, the couple seems to have successfully ripped apart a couple of times, and every turn only makes the pain more intense. The girl says she's happy now, which makes the boy frown, but ultimately it makes him glad. He wishes they had two separate planets, and the girl agrees that it wouldn't be that bad. The lyrics seem to convey a sense of resignation that despite the pain and struggle, they'll never really be able to let go of each other.
Line by Line Meaning
It's like they need two separate planets to make it stop.
The couple's tumultuous relationship seems like it will never end unless they have physical distance between them.
The boy who was a hero became the shame.
The man who was once seen as a hero in the relationship has now become the source of shame.
The girl who took it all lost everything.
The woman who endured a lot of pain and suffering in the relationship has lost everything she invested in it.
She sent a message, she tried to talk, There was something that she needed to know.
The woman attempted to communicate with the man to get some answers and clarity about their situation.
But now was not the best time, The boy was drunk at a metal show.
The man was in no condition to have a productive conversation as he was drunk at a concert.
At least she's trying.
Despite the challenges, the woman is still making an effort to find resolution.
And maybe what he told her was all she ever needed to hear, anyhow.
It's possible that the man's words were enough for her to move on and find peace in the situation.
And maybe someday on a cloud, Their last laugh will be heard awfully loud 'cause maybe in the end, they'll win. But it will be a long time till they try again.
Perhaps someday the couple will be able to look back and laugh at their past struggles, and eventually they may find a way to be together again, but it will take time.
I'm trying to keep on the right side. What am I doing? I'm trying to keep you by my side. I remember when you were mine. But I was always struggling and things were never totally fine.
The artist is trying to make the right decision regarding their relationship, but it's difficult as they still have feelings for the other person and reminisce about how things used to be, despite the struggles they faced.
It's like they have some sick attraction, a magnetic pull.
Despite their conflicts, the couple still feels a strong pull towards each other which can be unsettling.
They've ripped apart successfully a couple of times.
The couple has gone through breakups before and each time they have been successful, but it hasn't solved their problems long-term.
With every turn it's more and more painful.
Each time the couple goes through conflict, the pain becomes more intense and difficult to deal with.
She says she's happy now and that makes him frown, But ultimately it makes him glad.
The man may be upset to hear that the woman has moved on and found happiness, but deep down he's happy for her and hopes she is doing well.
He wishes that they had two separate planets. She agrees it wouldn't be that bad.
Both parties agree that it would be easier for them to move on and find peace if they were physically separated from each other.
Contributed by Elliot S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
C
I was pretty star-struck when I met these guys. They don't mean as much to anyone else as they do to us because those others simply haven't given them a chance.
Rebecca Caviness
"I was always strugglin, and things were never totally fine." Love that line
Aiden
this song has been stuck in my head all day. i was singing it in class and everyone got annoyed. :p
damienwhite12
i was not expecting this at all when i first clicked on this band, but omg theyre amazing!
YakuzaMen298
I lalalalove this band. I don't see why more people don't listin to them! <3
Jozeline Alvarenga
Does it move anyone else that the same sort of melody in the solo of FM Dial Style was used in I saw Behemoth and it ruled? So it's connecting the two songs and really giving context to the pain of splitting when originally they were supposed to be "in love forever."
Or it was just another case of the guitarist liking a similar melody because it's just his style and it was not meant to be anything more than that.
Evan Schmidt
Jozeline Alvarenga oh yeah music theory adding depth to the song
A Shredler
quit fighting and just enjoy man overboard. they rule and so does this song
Charles Tennill
Got stoned with nik, Zac and the whole band multiple times. Everytime they come to baltimore actually haha. Great dudes, great tunes.
Good With Anything
This song got me hooked to these duders. Defend dat pop-punk