After winning the 2008 Kiss & Miller Lite Battle of the bands, the band grew quickly into a local success. The band gained early airplay with songs such as "Make Define" and "Pulse" and began to share the stage with bands such as Chevelle, 10 Years, Powerman 5000, Tantric, Adema, Cold and many more.
In 2010, the band began recording for it's first full-length record, scrapping it's previous material, and starting from scratch in an effort to create the perfect balance between energy and melody. A musical cocktail that can be heard on the album's first two releases "Mask" and "Break Away." To capture their sound, they enlisted producer Bryan Scott of Cult To Follow/Union Underground fame. The debut album, entitled "Things That Make You Scream" is set for release on September 27th, 2011, and is expected to be followed by an extensive tour schedule.
Memory of a Melody is:
Mario Galdos - vocals
Wade Sigue - lead guitar, backup vocals
Roel Castillo - rhythm guitar
Joel Martinez - bass
Robin Lopez - drums
For more info visist: www.thingsthatmakeyouscream.com
Mask
Memory of a Melody Lyrics
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Held together by a tie, a string of thorns and cries. A history full of fears
Lust is all that can be seen as those lips seductively pull me, they pull me in.
You’re blackened heart is your present pain blackened by a past of misery and shame I paint a smile upon your face not knowing that you’re just a waste
Pale face white as ghost
-like the sky in your eyes
Lips sketched with my blood
Am I in denial
-as I past on my smile
Soon your mask will fall
-it’s clipped by a thread
I’m so confused by what you do and I just wish I knew,
Then you look to me cutting through me leaving scars and wounds
Thin porcelain piece of glass, placed carefully just to mask
You’re fucked up past…
List is all that can be seen as those lips seductively pull me, they pull me in.
You’re blackened heart is your present pain blackened by a past of misery and shame I paint a smile upon your face not knowing that you’re just a waste
Pale face white as ghost
-like the sky in your eyes
Lips sketched with my blood
-It’s burning my flesh
Am I in denial
-as I past on my smile
Soon your mask will fall
-it’s clipped by a thread
(Your Mask; You’re Eye; You’re truth; In lies)
I paint your face with all I am and I have nothing left
I paint a smile upon your face to hide my pain again
I’m seeing clearly what you’ve done and who you really are
All I can do is be like you and cover up my scars
The song "Mask" by Memory of a Melody is an emotional and introspective reflection on the pain and trauma that can be masked by a persona. The opening lyrics speak of the suppression of personal authenticity in order to conform to societal pressure, as one carefully cuts within the lines and carves away at oneself to fit in. The chorus describes the seductive lure of a facade, as lust is all that can be seen through the mask of the other person's persona. However, the true pain and misery of the other person's past slowly becomes apparent, as the singer is left with scars and wounds from the other person's behavior.
The second verse of the song deepens the emotional intensity of the song, as the singer wonders if they are in denial about the other person's true nature. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the theme of seduction and the facade of the other person's mask. The final verse brings the song full circle, with the singer acknowledging their own reliance on a mask to hide their own pain and scars.
Overall, "Mask" is a haunting and deeply emotional song that explores themes of authenticity, pain, and the seductive allure of an insincere persona. Through its poetic lyrics and powerful melody, the song calls on the listener to reflect on their own masks and to strive for greater authenticity in their relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Carefully cut within the lines. Chiseled deep from all the lies and carved away.
The facade is slowly destructing, revealing the hidden reality underneath the socially constructed image.
Held together by a tie, a string of thorns and cries. A history full of fears
The person is bonded to their past traumas, which have shaped their present existence and made them who they are.
Lust is all that can be seen as those lips seductively pull me, they pull me in.
The physical attraction is overpowering and blinds the person to the reality of the situation and true character of the other person.
You’re blackened heart is your present pain blackened by a past of misery and shame I paint a smile upon your face not knowing that you’re just a waste
The person's current emotional state is a result of their past traumatic experiences, and the facade they put on to hide their true selves is deceiving and ultimately, a waste of time.
Pale face white as ghost -like the sky in your eyes Lips sketched with my blood -It’s burning my flesh Am I in denial -as I past on my smile Soon your mask will fall -it’s clipped by a thread
The person is obsessed with this facade of superficial beauty, passion, and happiness, but their physical and emotional pain is inevitable once the facade is no longer sustainable.
I’m so confused by what you do and I just wish I knew, Then you look to me cutting through me leaving scars and wounds
The person is entranced by the other's facade, but their true intentions and actions are hurting them emotionally and psychologically, leaving behind scars that cut deep.
Thin porcelain piece of glass, placed carefully just to mask You’re fucked up past…
The mask is a fragile and artificial cover-up for the other person's traumatic past which they cannot come to terms with or overcome.
(Your Mask; You’re Eye; You’re truth; In lies) I paint your face with all I am and I have nothing left I paint a smile upon your face to hide my pain again I’m seeing clearly what you’ve done and who you really are All I can do is be like you and cover up my scars
The person is reflecting on their own faults and confessing that they are no different from the other person, as they too, have created a facade to hide their own emotional pain and scars.
Contributed by Jasmine T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MemoryofaMelody
Thanks to everyone for the comments and support. It's all of you who make writing and playing worth it! We love what we do, and plan on continuing to ROCK For you! Be on the lookout for our new song "Mouthful of Razors" coming soon....
mapoc .mapoc
i feel sad when i see such great band have low viewers u guys deserve to be on one of the top bands <3 you
SomeRandomGuyOnTheInternet
Exactly my thoughts, their songs are unbelievably amazing! They definitely deserve to be more well known for these songs!
Богдан Лазарев
Шикарный трек,ребята!
Mr. Shashlyk
Просто топ🤙✊
ChakakaChuk
Эта группа достойна куда более энергичной аудитории, браво!)
MemoryofaMelody
Thanks Everyone! Stay tuned for the release of our newest track Phantoms & Shadows! Coming October 15, 2013! Music Video to follow! It's gonna be sick! \m/ Stay tuned to our website more details
Владимир Антижириновский
просто шикарная песня! я очень сильно залип в неё)
спасибо ребятам за такое творчество)
JACK URAGAN
Пушка огненная!))Стала одной из моих любимых групп!
дима смирнов
КЛАСС, СУПЕР!!! НЕТ СЛОВ, ОФИГЕННАЯ ГРУППА)))