The band was formed in 2009 by Jon Harvey (Bass & Lead vocals), Jeremy Widerman (Guitar & Vocals), Brandon Bliss (Organ & Vocals) and Steve Kiely (Drums & Vocals) as somewhat of a side-project for their other more serious bands (The Reason, Saint Alvia). Quickly the original plan of getting wasted and playing sloppy rock got twisted into something new entirely. Everyone's influences gelled in a cohesive and exciting new take on all of the classic rock that had come before them. Quickly show offers piled up as well as festival slots and the band realized that they had something that was undeniably fun and exciting on their hands.
One of the most notable experiences came when the premiere of FUBAR 2 was rolling into TIFF on a flatbed truck driving through Toronto, Canada. The band was asked to come aboard to add their music to a mix of Terry, Deaner and dancing bikini babes. Needless to say a match made in rock n' roll heaven was quickly formed. Other memorable 2010 shows included two different appearances at the Sound Academy. One supporting Steel Panther and a second show for EDGE 102's Xmas bash with Die Mannequin.
Two EP's have been released since the band's inception. The first self-titled EP was recorded by Gus Van Go & Werner F (The Stills, Preistess, Hollerado) and was received with open arms and ears by eager fans in August of 2010. Eager to follow up the recording the band hit the studio and tracked The Brown EP with Eric Ratz (Billy Talent, Cancer Bats, Three Days Grace). The four songs it contains not only shows a firm grasp of the classic roots that enabled this group but also their ability to add in flavours of grunge and punk era greats they loved so dearly.
The band has quickly become known for their live show and the growing confidence on stage is now more apparent than ever. The constant show regiment and recording process is sharpening the band's delivery and there's no doubt that anyone still interested in original and authentic rock music will be compelled to pay attention.
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Psychics
Monster Truck Lyrics
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So I'm ready, so ready
For the new wave of the future
'Cause we're tired,
so sick and tired.
I know I know I know people wanna revolution
I want I want freedom to reign again.
Oh I can see with my eyes closed.
I can see it all.
Oh a new day is dawning.
I'm a firm believer in a gang mentality.
We're gonna take it back,
back to the way it used to be.
I know I know I know a new tide is rising.
I see I see people dancing in the streets.
The lyrics to Monster Truck's song "Psychics" represent a call to action for change and revolution. The first stanza talks about the need to move forward into a new future, as the current state of the world has become stagnant and exhausting. The line "I know people wanna revolution, I want freedom to reign again" speaks to the desire for change and the need for an uprising to bring about a better future. The second stanza represents the singer's belief in a collective mentality, and how they want to bring it back to the way it used to be. The line "a new tide is rising" represents the beginning of this change and how they can see people coming together and dancing in the streets.
The entire song is about the need for change, and how collective action can bring about this change. The lyrics are a call to arms for the listener to participate in the revolution, with the hope of creating a better future for all. The theme is emphasized by the driving guitar-heavy instrumentation that complements the powerful vocals, making the song an anthem for change.
Line by Line Meaning
Gotta get these legs a movin'
I need to take action and get moving towards my goals.
So I'm ready, so ready
I am fully prepared and excited for what's to come.
For the new wave of the future
I am eager to embrace and be a part of the new trends and developments in society.
'Cause we're tired,
so sick and tired.
We are exhausted from the current state of things and ready for a change.
I know I know I know people wanna revolution
I am aware that many people desire a social or political upheaval.
I want I want freedom to reign again.
I strongly desire for freedom to be reintroduced and valued in society.
Burning in my soul.
I am intensely passionate about this cause.
Oh I can see with my eyes closed.
I have a clear vision of the future, even without physical sight.
I can see it all.
I have a deep understanding of what needs to change and how it can be done.
Oh a new day is dawning.
A positive change is on the horizon and I can feel it.
I'm a firm believer in a gang mentality.
I strongly believe in the power of community and collective action.
We're gonna take it back,
back to the way it used to be.
We are going to restore what was lost or forgotten, bringing back past values or practices that we believe are beneficial.
I know I know I know a new tide is rising.
I have a strong intuition that a significant shift or change is taking place.
I see I see people dancing in the streets.
I imagine a joyful and celebratory environment where people are expressing their happiness and satisfaction with the new state of things.
Contributed by Olivia I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.