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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The Giant
Monster Truck Lyrics
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Submersed in the deep.
Patiently watching the slow decay.
His silence tells all.
Awake giant and save us from the dark.
the ages will pass like rolling thunder.
You can't realize impending doom.
The giant knows all.
The lyrics in Monster Truck's "The Giant" speak of an enormous entity that exists beyond the horizon, submerged within the depths of the sea. This giant creature is described as watching quietly, surveying the slow decay that surrounds it. The lyrics suggest that the giant possesses knowledge beyond human comprehension, as its silence communicates everything that it knows. The song implores the giant to awaken and "save us from the dark," suggesting that perhaps it possesses the power to prevent some dire calamity.
The second half of the song suggests that the ages will pass "like rolling thunder," again emphasizing the enormity of the giant's existence. The lyrics suggest that "impending doom" is approaching, but that humans are unable to fully comprehend the scope of the disaster. The giant, however, understands all and possesses an awareness that exceeds that of the human characters.
Line by Line Meaning
Over the horizon the giant lays.
The giant lies beyond the visible horizon.
Submersed in the deep.
He's submerged in the deep water, hidden from our sight.
Patiently watching the slow decay.
The giant calmly observes the decay of everything around him.
His silence tells all.
Even though the giant doesn't speak, his silence reveals everything he knows.
Awake giant and save us from the dark.
We implore the giant to awaken and help us overcome our troubles.
The ages will pass like rolling thunder.
The passage of time will be as loud and dramatic as rolling thunder.
This tragic refrain.
These events are distressing and profoundly sad.
You can't realize impending doom.
You don't understand the imminent disaster that's about to occur.
The giant knows all.
The giant is all-knowing and fully aware of what's happening.
Contributed by Hunter P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.