Mesh (1995-2001)
In June 1995, Brian Pearia of the Saint Charles, Missouri based band Ten Stories Tall was in search of a new lead singer after losing his. He approached Scott Gertken while he was singing and playing rhythm guitar for a Foristell, Missouri based band called Trailer. Gertken first declined the position, but when Trailer disbanded a few months later he joined up with Pearia, Rich Criebaum, and Pat Ryan. The group considered calling themselves Zero Hour before settling on Mesh instead. The band began playing shows at local bars and clubs with sets composed popular radio hits and some of their original music. By 1998, they had enough of their own material to play all-original shows. In 1998, lead guitarist Pat Ryan left the band and was replaced by Rock Davis. Mesh traveled to Memphis, Tennessee in 1998 and entered the studio in with producer Malcolm Springer to record their first EP. That same year Mesh saw their first radio hit with Clear Day from their Ripple Effect EP, which went on to sell more than 10,000 copies. In 2000, Mesh added additional guitarist Matt Arana to complete the group. Mesh had moved from being a cover band that played around St. Charles, Missouri to becoming a popular regional group.
Mesh's fan base in St. Louis expected big things from the power rock group as they were on the verge of signing with Capitol Records in 2000. The deal took a turn for the worse when incoming president, Andy Slater, took over the label. At that point, talks quieted as Slater shifted the label's focus to other priorities. Mesh made the decision in 2001 to self-release what would have been their full-length major-label debut. The album was titled Lowercase as a reference to its release independent from Capitol Records. The first single, "Maybe Tomorrow," earned significant airplay on KPNT in St. Louis.
Mesh STL (2001-2003)
The regional success of "Maybe Tomorrow" and the strength of their live show quickly attracted the attention of other record labels, and Mesh was picked up by The Label, which was new record company managed and operated by The Firm management group. "Maybe Tomorrow" hit rock radio airwaves nationwide on August 14, 2001, and then the group filmed the music video for the single inside the abandoned Herald Examiner building in Los Angeles. The video quickly became a staple on MTV2. Mesh announced a name change to Mesh STL in mid-October because of a conflict with the British synth pop band of the same name. Lowercase was remixed by Tom Lord-Alge and repackaged for its major-label release on November 20, 2001, and Mesh STL embarked on a rigorous tour schedule alongside Puddle of Mudd. "Maybe Tomorrow" went on to rise to the Top 20 of both the Modern Rock and Active Rock format charts. "Believe Me" was released in the spring of 2002 as the second single from Lowercase, and the group continued touring in 2002 with other successful acts including Tantric. "Believe Me" experienced minor chart success in the US, peaking at #39 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
In summer 2002, Mesh STL entered the studio once again with producer Malcolm Springer to begin recording demos for a new album. Among the new tracks recorded was "Down", which made its way onto the soundtracks for EA Sports NHL 2004 and NASCAR Thunder 2004 video games. The track was the first heard live as early as spring 2002, and it was the first heard of the recordings for the band's second full-length album. The Firm's record label closed shop in 2003, leaving Mesh STL once again without major-label support. Late that year, Mesh STL announced their farewell show would take place on December 13 at The Pageant in St. Louis. Although the band's second album had been recorded, it would not be released under the Mesh STL name except for the track "Down," which was released on a limited edition EP shortly before the band ceased to exist.
Modern Day Zero (2004-2007)
The band was reborn in 2004 as Modern Day Zero, meaning starting all over again. "Every day begins anew and you start from zero," according to guitarist Rock Davis. Modern Day Zero, commonly referred to as MDZ, adapted the still unreleased material recorded for the second Mesh STL along with new material for their debut release Coming Up For Air, which hit stores in June 2004. The album, recorded in the band's own recording studio, was released under their own record label. With their new, more aggressive sound, the first single, "Sick Inside," was quick to earn airplay throughout the Midwest and became the most requested song at modern rock station KPNT in St. Louis for 8 weeks and a top requested song at several other stations nationwide including WGIR in Manchester, New Hampshire. Following the release of Coming Up For Air, the band hit the road again opening for bands such as Breaking Benjamin, Collective Soul, Puddle of Mudd, Shinedown in 2005. In May 2005, MDZ announced they would be opening for Velvet Revolver and Hoobastank on the 2nd leg of the Electric Wonderland tour. "Broken" was released to radio in June 2005 as the second single off Coming Up For Air. Later in 2005, the band's own record label released the Midwest Music Explosion: St. Louis Vol. 1 compilation, which featured other up and coming Midwestern rock acts, and featured the new MDZ single "Show Me."
In January 2006, MDZ announced that they were selected by Airwalk and Revolver Magazine as the Unsigned Hero 2006 recipient, which earned them Airwalk, Randall Amps, and Washburn Guitar endorsement deals along with the opening slot for Disturbed at the House of Blues in Anaheim, CA on January 20, 2006. In early 2006, the band entered their studio to begin work on a new album, and they began giving fans a preview of the new tracks at live shows. One of the new tracks, "Spit You Out", was selected to be in the movie Lycan, and MDZ filmed a music video for the single on November 1, 2006. MDZ closed out 2006 by opening several shows for Guns N' Roses.
On May 15, 2007, Modern Day Zero released its second studio album entitled The Wait featuring the first single "Spit you Out." Thom & Jeff of 105.7 The Point began playing "Superhuman" which quickly became a top requested song and turned into the new single.
In November 2007, Modern Day Zero posted a blog on their MySpace page that said the band was going to be taking an extended, indefinite break so that everyone can focus on the other aspects of life. In addition, they said they are not disbanding, only taking a break.
November also marked the release of "In Our Lives", a DVD showing a glimpse into the lives of MDZ, available only via their website.
Post-Break (2008-2009)
Davis & Nelson are part of the original band, Andtheyrise. Gerkten is focusing on his band management company, TVR Management. Criebaum is lead engineer/producer at Trailer Studios. After initially joining a local band in his hometown of Chicago, IL, in September 2008 Broderick was announced as the new guitarist for hard-rock band Nonpoint, replacing former guitarist Andy Goldman.
As of February 2009, no plans, rumors or talks of a renunion have surfaced. With Broderick moving on to Nonpoint it is unlikely that any reunion would include him leaving the possibility of Arana to rejoin the band.
Superhuman
Modern Day Zero Lyrics
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You're always kicking us around
Don't call us friends when you're the enemy
Can't wait to see you hit the ground
You brought this on, brought this on yourself
You've had this COMING ALL ALONG
Did you think we'd just lay down and die
Did you think I'd up and disappear?
I'm feeling superhuman
Did you think I'd just turn and walk away?
Like there's nothing left to say
For you I got a surprise mother fucker!!
Here's mud in your eye
I like to drown myself in alcohol
It always brings me what I need
Don't try to stop me when I'm twelve feet tall
Move aside, shut your mouth, it's who I want to be
It makes me feel so invincible
It makes me feel SO ALIVE
Did you think we'd just lay down and die
While you tried to bleed us dry
Did you think I'd up and disappear?
I'm feeling superhuman
Did you think I'd just turn and walk away?
Like there's nothing left to say
For you I got a surprise mother fucker!!
Here's mud in your eye
DON'T TEMPT ME!
Did you think we'd just lay down and die
While you tried to bleed us dry
Did you think I'd up and disappear?
I'm feeling superhuman
Did you think I'd just turn and walk away?
Like there's nothing left to say
For you I got a surprise mother fucker!!
Here's mud in your eye
I'm feeling superhuman
Here's mud in your eye, mother fucker
I'm feeling superhuman
Here's mud in your eye
I'm feelin...I'm feeling superhuman
The lyrics to Modern Day Zero's song "Superhuman" are primarily a statement of defiance against an antagonistic force or individual. The song begins with a vicious assertion that the source of the conflict deserves a bullet to the head, followed by an accusation of betrayal, as the subject of the song is revealed to be someone who pretends to be a friend, but then acts as an enemy. The singer revels in the idea of seeing their nemesis fall and take responsibility for the consequences of their actions.
The song then shifts to a more introspective mode, as the singer describes their coping mechanism for dealing with the conflict - drowning themselves in alcohol to feel invincible and alive. This is followed by a refusal to be silenced or defeated, with the singer displaying a belief that they are "superhuman" and that despite the odds, they will persevere. The sermon-like "Don't Tempt Me!" is a warning to those who would doubt or challenge their resolve. The song comes to an end with the affirmation of their strength and a final insult to their opponent.
Line by Line Meaning
A bullet to your head is what you need
You deserve to be punished for your harmful actions.
You're always kicking us around
You constantly mistreat and disrespect us.
Don't call us friends when you're the enemy
You pretend to be our friend, but you are actually our enemy.
Can't wait to see you hit the ground
I am eager for you to face the consequences of your actions.
You brought this on, brought this on yourself
You are responsible for the negative consequences you are experiencing.
You've had this COMING ALL ALONG
You have deserved this punishment for a long time.
Did you think we'd just lay down and die
We are not going to give up and let you win.
While you tried to bleed us dry
You have been trying to take advantage of us.
Did you think I'd up and disappear?
You thought I would run away and give up, but I won't.
I'm feeling superhuman
I am empowered and unstoppable.
Did you think I'd just turn and walk away?
You thought I would leave without confronting you, but I won't.
Like there's nothing left to say
There is still much to be addressed and resolved between us.
For you I got a surprise mother fucker!!
You are about to face the consequences of your actions.
Here's mud in your eye
I am taunting you and showing my contempt for you.
I like to drown myself in alcohol
I use alcohol to escape and numb my pain.
It always brings me what I need
Drinking makes me feel better and helps me cope.
Don't try to stop me when I'm twelve feet tall
Do not interfere with me when I feel strong and confident.
Move aside, shut your mouth, it's who I want to be
Let me be who I want to be without your criticism or judgment.
It makes me feel so invincible
Drinking makes me feel unbeatable and fearless.
It makes me feel SO ALIVE
Drinking brings me joy and excitement.
DON'T TEMPT ME!
Warns others to not push him too far and tempt them to act recklessly.
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Slick Willy
Love this song! And Down will forever be a perfect rock song i.m.o.
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LD60
If anyone has a physical copy of The Wait and is willing to sell it, message me. I'd love to have a copy of it.
eduardo molina
In my opinin it sounds better speeded up
RevoMation!
this is so awesome it so revys theme from black laggon
Sevvysweetsparkles
Neat
Kalavera
Y en español!?¿?!¿!?
LD60
@Halfmoonshadow You sure? I saw it was listed on Amazon but there were no CD copies available. :(
Liked Attorney
my brothers girlfreinds dad is the singer in this band
Sevvysweetsparkles
Proof?