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)
Y
Mest Lyrics
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but I'm gonna' tell you anyway
what I do with my life I don't really care
but I know I was sure left astray
I know what I want
and I know it runs deep through your body too
you'll never understand
just what the fuck i've gone through
why'd you do this to me
I don't know
why won't you let me leave
I don't know
why'd you do this to me
I don't know
why won't you let me leave
I don't know
it's this pain that I feel
is this life really for real
or is this just another nightmare
because I know you just don't care
you say it wasn't your fault
ther's a lesson that's gotta' be taught
if it was love that you make believed
then you're gonna have to live with me
why'd you do this to me
I don't know
why won't you let me leave
I don't know
why'd you do this to me
I don't know
why won't you let me leave
I don't know
the bright light goin' dim
and I can't believe the state of mind I'm in
I didn't ask to take this ride
this is the end and I will see you on the other side
The lyrics of Mest's song Y revolve around a sense of confusion and disorientation that the singer is experiencing. He starts by confessing that he has a story that he doesn't understand, but he feels compelled to share it anyway. He is undecided about what he wants to do with his life but knows that he has been left behind. He seems to be addressing someone, possibly a friend or partner, who he believes will never truly comprehend what he has gone through.
The chorus, which repeats twice in the song, expresses the singer's frustration with the person he is addressing. He doesn't understand why he has been subjected to this treatment, and he is pleading for a way out. The line "why won't you let me leave" is particularly poignant, as it suggests that he feels trapped in a situation that he can't control.
Towards the end of the song, the lyrics become more introspective. The singer has a sense of despair and pain that he can't shake. He wonders whether this is his reality or just another nightmare. He acknowledges that the person he is addressing has rejected him, claiming that it wasn't their fault. However, the singer feels that there is a lesson to be learned and that both parties will have to coexist in some way. The final line of the song references death and the afterlife, implying that the singer feels as though his life has come to an end.
Line by Line Meaning
I got this story don't know what it's about
I have a confusing story without any definite meaning.
but I'm gonna' tell you anyway
Despite the confusion, I still want to share it with you.
what I do with my life I don't really care
I am indifferent about the direction my life takes.
but I know I was sure left astray
However, I am convinced that I was abandoned and lost.
I know what I want
I have a clear idea of what I desire.
and I know it runs deep through your body too
I believe that you share the same desire deep within your being.
you'll never understand
However, I do not think you will comprehend my feelings.
just what the fuck I've gone through
The extent of my experiences will be difficult for you to comprehend.
why'd you do this to me
I cannot understand why you did this to me.
I don't know
I am clueless why you are treating me this way.
why won't you let me leave
It puzzles me why you won't allow me to depart.
it's this pain that I feel
The torment I undergo is excruciating.
is this life really for real
I cannot tell if this life is genuine and authentic.
or is this just another nightmare
It's possible that this is merely a bad dream.
because I know you just don't care
I am convinced that you are not concerned about my well-being.
you say it wasn't your fault
You claim that you are not responsible for the unpleasant events.
ther's a lesson that's gotta' be taught
However, there is a vital lesson that must be learned.
if it was love that you make believed
If you were pretending to love me,
then you're gonna have to live with me
Then you will have to face the repercussions of your deception and continue to be with me.
the bright light goin' dim
The once-promising future seems to be fading away.
and I can't believe the state of mind I'm in
I cannot accept the mental state that I am currently experiencing.
I didn't ask to take this ride
I did not consent to go on this unpleasant journey.
this is the end and I will see you on the other side
This marks the conclusion, and I hope to meet you again in the afterlife.
Lyrics © OBO APRA/AMCOS
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Zeis Siez
The most impressive aspect of the MEST II to me is the holographic soundstage with great depth and great imaging. The instruments sound tangible within the space. I love playing live recorded music with the MEST II. Also, with other sets which has a lot of treble energy, the vocal could sound drowned, but not with the MEST II, the bone conductor works, and makes the vocal substantial.
Zeis Siez
@Nell Nell I think Tea is a step down. Tea has more polished highs, to give a smoother and longer listening experience, while the MEST II doesn’t hold anything back. Imagine wise, the MEST II is also more vivid. I still love the Tea though, it has natural tuning and great value for money.
Nell Nell
Mangird tea is up there with the mest imho
Eduardo Batista
Everyone loves the mest, I mean for the price it's really end game, lol, not really, lol, not in this hobby.
Eduardo Batista
Were pretty lucky we get so many good iems now to enjoy music, I have the flc8s which is the closest to the lz a7 and I can say some companies wanna make money and keep the consumer happy others just waste resin and wires, they would do much better if they did one good iem at a time,its an honor to know you paul and get your opinions and suggestions
Zeis Siez
@Eduardo Batista Yes I heard good things said about the LZ A7, one of my must-try set.
John Hayes
Great review Paul! It is such a unique set! Have a blast every time I use it!
Fabio Jungle
Amazing set. A total tour de force. I can't listen to them all the time but for a hallucinogenic trip these are hard to beat
Paul Wasabii
This is true, so unique but a bit much after a while. Thank you
Jesras Dovahkiin
It was fantastic to hear the mest from you, loved your thoughts 👌