Cousins Matt Lov… Read Full Bio ↴Mest is a pop punk band from Blue Island, Illinois.
Cousins Matt Lovato and Tony Lovato formed the band together in October 1995. The band's last guitarist, Jeremiah Rangel, joined the band in 1998. Their previous guitarist was Steve Lovato, Tony Lovato's brother. Nick Gigler joined the band in 1997 and has been their drummer ever since.
In 1998, the band self-released Mo' Money, Mo' 40z. Their debut album on Maverick Records, Wasting Time, was released in July 2000 and Destination Unknown in 2001. They toured as an opening band for Goldfinger on July 20, 2002 in Las Vegas and then a few months later, released a DVD called The Show Must Go Off! in January 2003. Later that same year, the band released their self-titled album, which featured the single Jaded (These Years), featuring Benji Madden of Good Charlotte.
In 2005, a tour with Social Distortion was cut short when drummer Nick Gigler required surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome in his wrists which was affecting his drumming. The band's last album, Photographs, was released October 18, 2005.
In 2006, the band announced on their MySpace blog that they had decided to cease performing together.
Their vocalist Tony Lovato released this statement:
Friday, January 13, 2006
"someday ill explain xoxo, sorry to say this is not some sort of joke or something to do with Friday the 13th weird though i didn't even realise it. well when i typed it, it was the 14th. Im in Japan.. we are not turning our backs on our fans.. come on. someday ill explain the reason/reasons. i debated telling everyone but figured its better to be honest and to let the people know that want to see us one last time.. its been 10 years, 5 records and I've seen the world. its been my life. trust me this is harder on me than ANY of you. i wouldn't have changed a thing. I've done and seen more in the past 10 yrs than most people will experience in there entire life. and its because of you guys so thank you. thank you to the people that I've affected with my music and thank you to the people that have affected me through my music. weve had a great run.. i love you all.....Tony"
On March 13, 2008, Tony Lovato posted a bulletin on his MySpace about "Mest's ONE NIGHT STAND," a show that Mest would play at the House of Blues in Anaheim, California, on April 17, 2008. In response, Nick Gigler posted a bulletin through his personal MySpace and confirmed that he would not be taking part, and that he had called Jeremiah Rangel and Matt Lovato, who had confirmed that they would not be appearing with Tony either.
After the one-off "ONE NIGHT STAND" show, Tony decided to rebuild Mest and go on a month long tour, with help from Chris Wilson (Good Charlotte, The Summer Obsession), and his brother and founding member, Steve Lovato (at the time in Room One Eleven). Although Matt showed interest, he and Jeremiah were both reported to be too busy with other commitments to join. Nick and Tony have not been on speaking terms since the band broke up.
Mest went on a European in Spring 2012 with its current members and also toured the US with Escape the Fate and Attack Attack in 2012.
Mest released their album "Not What You Expected" in September, 2013, making it available for free to download from their website. Mest played 3 dates on the Warped Tour 2013
Broken Down is an acoustic album, funded by a Kickstarted project. On November 13, 2013 a Kickstarter was started by Tony Lovato, and was successfully funded December 11. Much of the songs are acoustic renditions of songs from almost all their albums except Mo' Money, Mo' 40z and Not What You Expected.
A 2014 tour is in the works.
Discography
Mo' Money, Mo' 40z (1998, self-released)
Wasting Time (2000, Maverick Records)
Destination Unknown (2001, Maverick Records)
Mest (2003, Maverick Records)
Photographs (2005, Maverick Records)
Not What You Expected (2013)
Broken Down (2014) Kickstarter Project
Current Members
Tony Lovato - lead vocals, guitars (1995–2006, 2008–present)
Richie Gonzales - drums (2010–Present)
Mike Longworth - lead guitar, bass (recording) (2010–Present)
Past Members
Matt Lovato - bass (1995–2006)
Nick Gigler - drums (1995–2006)
Steve Lovato - bass (2008-2012), lead guitar (1995–1998)
Jeremiah Rangel - lead guitar, vocals (1998–2006)
Chris Wilson - drums (2008)
Burning Bridges
Mest Lyrics
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Just me, bow wow, my dirty floor
Everyone's asleep, but the TV is still on
Debating the past three years, what I did right and wrong
So tell me is this world we live in all right
Why does every conversation end in a fight?
Why does every fight keep us apart day and night?
I've been burning bridges
Always burning bridges
Just think of life, what do you know
At twenty-two, I've learned all I need to know
I've made mistakes, I've burned a bridge
Apologize (what?), there's only one life to live
When everybody's gone, and the radio's still on
That's when I realize it's all I need to carry on
So tell me is this world we live in all right
Why does every conversation end in a fight?
Why does every fight keep us apart day and night?
'Cause I'm trying to see the sun rise today
I've been burning bridges
Always burning bridges
I've been burning bridges (I'm looking at a lifetime)
Always burning bridges (in these past three years)
So tell me is this world we live in all right
Why does every conversation end in a fight?
Try to explain this life in black and white
'Cause I'm gonna see the sun rise today
I've been burning bridges
Always burning bridges
I've been burning bridges (I'm looking at a lifetime)
Always burning bridges (in these past three years)
I've been burning bridges (I'm looking at a lifetime)
Always burning bridges (in these past three years)
In Mest's song "Burning Bridges," the singer is reflecting deeply upon his past mistakes and the negative effects they have had on his life. He confesses to continually burning bridges in his relationships with others, resulting in a disconnect from those around him. The song is a contemplation of life and the inner turmoil that comes with maturing and making decisions that have lasting consequences.
The singer is alone in his thoughts, staying up late on a Thursday night, and taking stock of his life while his dog Bow Wow keeps him company. He's troubled by the idea that every conversation he's had has ended in a fight, resulting in his current isolated state. He wants to see the sun rise and start anew, but his past mistakes and destructive behavior have alienated him from everyone around him. He acknowledges that he still has a lot to learn about life and making decisions that affect those around him, but he's determined to try and do better in the future.
Overall, "Burning Bridges" is a song about the struggles of growing up and learning from one's mistakes. The singer is looking back on his life and realizing that he's pushed people away with his destructive behavior. The song is ultimately about the desire to move forward, to make things right, and to rebuild the bridges he's burned.
Line by Line Meaning
It was a late Thursday night, when I decided to write this song
The songwriter starts the song by sharing that he was alone on a late Thursday night when he decided to write this song.
Just me, bow wow, my dirty floor
The songwriter was completely alone except for his dog, his dirty floor, and his thoughts.
Everyone's asleep, but the TV is still on
Even though everyone was asleep, the TV was still on, and he was wondering about the past three years and what he did right and wrong.
Debating the past three years, what I did right and wrong
The songwriter was trying to recall the last three years of his life and reflect on his mistakes and achievements.
So tell me is this world we live in all right
The songwriter questions the state of the world and is looking for answers and assurance that everything is okay.
Why does every conversation end in a fight?
The songwriter is frustrated by how every conversation he has with people ends up in a fight.
Why does every fight keep us apart day and night?
The songwriter ponders why fights seem to keep people separated even long after the argument is over.
'Cause I'm trying to see the sun rise today
In spite of all these questions, the songwriter is hopeful and seeking a brighter day ahead.
I've been burning bridges
The songwriter admits that he has burned bridges with people in his past and is now grappling with the consequences of his actions.
Just think of life, what do you know
The songwriter acknowledges that he is still young and still figuring life out.
At twenty-two, I've learned all I need to know
The songwriter may have thought he had learned everything he needed to know at 22, but he has since realized that there is still a lot to learn.
I've made mistakes, I've burned a bridge
The songwriter admits that he has made mistakes in his life and has burned bridges with people.
Apologize (what?), there's only one life to live
The songwriter recognizes that he needs to apologize for his past mistakes because there is only one life to live, and he wants to live it without the weight of regret and guilt on his shoulders.
When everybody's gone, and the radio's still on
The songwriter reflects on those quiet moments when he is alone with his thoughts, and the only sound is the radio.
That's when I realize it's all I need to carry on
The songwriter finds solace in these solitary moments and finds the strength to carry on.
Try to explain this life in black and white
The songwriter is trying to make sense of life and is hoping for a clear explanation that is easy to understand.
I've been burning bridges
The songwriter reiterates that he has burned bridges in the past, and he is grappling with the consequences of his actions.
'Cause I'm gonna see the sun rise today
In spite of everything, the songwriter is confident that he will see the sun rise, and that there is a brighter day ahead.
I'm looking at a lifetime
The songwriter recognizes that he has a lifetime ahead of him and that he still has a chance to make things right with the people he has hurt.
in these past three years
The songwriter reflects on the last three years of his life and the mistakes he has made during that time.
Always burning bridges
The songwriter emphasizes that he has a pattern of burning bridges with people and realizes that it is an issue he needs to address.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANTHONY LOVATO
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