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 (1995â2006, 2008âpresent)
Richie Gonzales - drums (2010âPresent)
Mike Longworth - lead guitar, bass (recording) (2010âPresent)
Past Members
Matt Lovato - bass (1995â2006)
Nick Gigler - drums (1995â2006)
Steve Lovato - bass (2008-2012), lead guitar (1995â1998)
Jeremiah Rangel - lead guitar, vocals (1998â2006)
Chris Wilson - drums (2008)
Indian Pete
Mest Lyrics
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Couldn't wait to get back 'cause you wanted to see her again
But now you're back and everything's changed
Why is it so different
Why is it so strange
While you were gone all her thoughts somehow got rearranged
She left you feeling so cold
Ya never thought that she would leave you in this way
And now you're all alone again why were you left astray
When your lost where do you run are you looking for someone
To come forward and be a friend who will be the one
She left you feeling so cold
She left you feeling all alone
I couldn't believe it when I heard the news
To come to me you would refuse
You wouldn't want to talk to a friend
Cause things changed in the end
Between us and a new crowd you had to choose
But such a friend I wasn't willing to lose
I said I'd be there until the end
'Cause I would do anything for a true friend
She left you feeling so cold
She left you feeling all alone
All alone
The lyrics of Mest's song "Indian Pete" tells a story of someone who takes a trip with their friends to Michigan to see someone they miss. But upon returning, they realize that everything has changed, and the person they miss has left them feeling cold and alone. The lyrics express confusion and hurt over why this person changed their feelings towards them. The singer tries to be a good friend and is willing to be there until the end, but the singer is still lost and looking for someone to rely on.
The lyrics evoke feelings of heartbreak and betrayal, highlighting how relationships can be unpredictable and leave us feeling lost. The line "While you were gone all her thoughts somehow got rearranged" demonstrates how people can change their minds and feelings towards others in our absence, emphasizing the importance of communication and understanding.
Overall, the song expresses the importance of true friendship, how essential it is to have someone by our side in times of trouble, and how painful it is to be left alone. It emphasizes the need for honesty and loyalty in relationships and how they can dramatically impact our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Took a trip with your friends up to michigan
You went on a trip with your friends to Michigan.
Couldn't wait to get back 'cause you wanted to see her again
You were excited to return home to see the person you care about.
But now you're back and everything's changed
Upon your return, things are not as you left them.
Why is it so different
You're questioning why things are not the same as you remember them to be.
Why is it so strange
You're perplexed by the way things are now that you're home.
While you were gone all her thoughts somehow got rearranged
The person you care about had a change of heart while you were away.
She left you feeling so cold
The person you care about left you feeling alone, unimportant, or unloved.
She left you feeling all alone
The person you care about left and you feel lonely and without support.
Ya never thought that she would leave you in this way
You never imagined that someone you cared about could hurt you so much.
And now you're all alone again why were you left astray
You feel lost and abandoned, questioning why you were treated this way.
When your lost where do you run are you looking for someone
In your confusion and pain, you may be seeking support or guidance from others.
To come forward and be a friend who will be the one
You're searching for a true friend to lean on in tough times.
I couldn't believe it when I heard the news
You were shocked when you found out about what happened while you were away.
To come to me you would refuse
You didn't want to talk to anyone about your situation.
You wouldn't want to talk to a friend
You didn't feel comfortable confiding in anyone close to you.
Cause things changed in the end
You're hesitant to share because things didn't turn out the way you hoped they would.
Between us and a new crowd you had to choose
You felt caught between your old friends and a new group.
But such a friend I wasn't willing to lose
Despite the situation, your true friend is still there for you.
I said I'd be there until the end
Your true friend is offering unwavering support through thick and thin.
'Cause I would do anything for a true friend
Your true friend is willing to go the extra mile to support you through tough times.
Lyrics Š OBO APRA/AMCOS
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