Also known as International Superheroes Of Hardcore, to date the band have released nine and a half studio albums, their latest, Makes Me Sick, was released on April 28, 2017.
The band formed under the name A New Found Glory in mid-1997 in Coral Springs, Florida, United States and currently based in California. New Found Glory formed in the middle of 1997, with Jordan Pundik on vocals, Chad Gilbert (formerly of hardcore band Shai Hulud) and Steve Klein on guitars, Ian Grushka on bass and Joe Moreno on drums (he was replaced by Cyrus Bolooki after their debut release). Chad Gilbert told MTV News "For us, punk rock and even hardcore music was something we did because we didn't fit in in high school. We had nowhere to go, so we went to shows."
The band recorded their first EP called It's All About The Girls under Fiddler Records in June 1997. The band's enthuasistic and somewhat homo erotic live performances soon resulted in them selling out the entire pressing of this EP. Over time, the strength of the live show helped build a strong following. Their first album Nothing Gold Can Stay was released by Eulogy Recordings. Stefanie Reines of Drive-Thru Records heard the album from the band Midtown and later re-released the album in 1999. They soon recorded an EP entitled From the Screen to Your Stereo, consisting of movie themes covered in a similar manner to Me First and the Gimme Gimmes. As a result of their growing popularity and a distribution deal Drive-Thru had with MCA, which allowed MCA to take away any of Drive-Thru's bands, the band was signed to MCA.
Professional career
Their first release recorded with MCA was their self-titled album, which was released late in 2000 and which was the first to make an impression on the charts reaching number 107 on the Billboard 200 album charts and number one on the Heatseeker chart (the album's hit single "Hit or Miss" reached number 15 on the US modern rock chart). From the Screen to the Stereo would make the top 40 of the Heatseeker charts in 2002.
The band's profile would grow in 2001 with a support slot to a blink-182 tour and a slot on the Warped Tour. The band recorded the Sticks and Stones album in late 2001 for release in the middle of 2002. Sticks and Stones would prove to be their breakthrough record debuting at number 4 on the Billboard album charts selling 91,000 albums in the first week of sales and also reaching the top ten of the UK album charts. The album would spawn two singles namely
* "My Friends Over You" reached number 85 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2002, number 11 in Canada, number 5 on the US modern rock chart and number 2 on a MP3.com download chart.
* "Head on Collision" went top 30 on both the Canadian singles charts and the US modern rock chart.
New Found Glory headlined the 2002 Warped Tour, and headlined again in 2004.
New Found Glory released Catalyst in May 2004 and it debuted at number 3 of the Billboard album chart in late May selling 146,000 albums in its first week of release. The album would also debut in the top 40 of the UK and Australian album charts. The first single "All Downhill from Here" would go top 20 on both US and a composite world modern rock chart (based on the US, UK, Canada, Sweden, Finland and Australian charts) as at the end of May 2004.
Contrary to the band's announcement on Fuse's Daily Download on March 28, 2005, James Dewees of The Get Up Kids and Reggie and the Full Effect (who had previously provided keyboards for the song "Failure's Not Flattering" on Catalyst and toured with the band as a sixth member for about ten months) did not permanently join New Found Glory, due to his busy schedule with his own band.
Chad Gilbert would also form a hardcore band called Hazen Street with Freddie Cricien and Hoya of Madball, Toby Morse of H2O, David Kennedy formerly of Box Car Racer, and Mackie Jayson formerly of Cro-Mags. However, due to an exclusivity clause in New Found Glory's contract with Universal Music, Gilbert will not be allowed to be a part of Hazen Street, despite co-writing the majority of their debut album's material.
A fifth album called "Coming Home" was released in the September 19, 2006.
From the Screen to Your Stereo Part II is the second cover album by New Found Glory, and is a follow up from the 2000 EP From the Screen to Your Stereo. All the tracks are covers of songs from movies. The album was released September 18th 2007. The US version of the CD (and therefore minus 'Hungry Eyes') leaked online on September 6th 2007.
New Found Glory's seventh album of original material, Radiosurgery, will be released on October 4, 2011. The Radiosurgery Songfacts explains that the title is a metaphor, referencing the way radiosurgery allows non-invasive treatment of tumors as an analogy for dealing with those tough situations in life that need healing.
The band released their first live album "Kill It Live" on October 8, 2013.
In December 2013, it was announced by the bands Facebook page that founding member Steve Klein (guitar) had been kicked out due to personal reasons. No decision has been made on a new guitarist yet.
They released their 8th album Resurrection on October 7, 2014.
The band released their 9th and latest album Makes Me Sick on April 28, 2017.
Official site: www.newfoundglory.com
Nothing for Christmas
New Found Glory Lyrics
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Jack Frost nipping at your nose,
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir,
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe,
Help to make the season bright,
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow,
They know that Santa's on his way;
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh,
And every mother's child is going to spy,
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase,
To kids from one to ninety-two,
Although its been said many times, many ways,
Merry Christmas to you,
Happy Chanukah to the Jews,
Merry quanta to you,
Happy holidays to you.
At first glance, the lyrics of Nothing for Christmas by New Found Glory on surface level might appear to be another cover of a classic Christmas song, but they take a subversive turn soon enough. The opening lines mention Chad's nuts being roasted, a clear allusion to a popular meme involving actor Chad Michael Murray. The song then quickly dissolves into chaotic observations about the holiday season: people dressed up like Eskimos, Yuletide carols being sung, and tiny tots who will find it hard to sleep. The song is a tongue-in-cheek take on the holiday season, with a subtle layer of melancholy underlying the façade of festive cheer.
The song makes a unique point about Christmas, that not everyone is happy during the holidays. It's a reminder that despite the beautiful songs, colorful lights, and tons of presents, some people live in poverty, are homeless, or struggling with mental health issues, further compounded by the holiday season. In addition, the lyrics also offer greetings for Chanukah, quanta, and happy holidays to recognize that not all devout Christians celebrate Christmas. The juxtaposition of jubilant verses and mentions of sadness creates a different experience altogether, reminding us to be empathetic towards others during the holiday season.
Line by Line Meaning
Chad's nuts roasting on an open fire,
Chad's testicles are getting roasted on an open fire, which is causing him great physical pain.
Jack Frost nipping at your nose,
The cold temperature is causing discomfort to your nose, and you can feel the icy sensation caused by Jack Frost.
Yuletide carols being sung by a choir,
A group of people are singing Christmas songs, as part of the Yuletide festivities.
And folks dressed up like Eskimos.
People are wearing clothing typically associated with Eskimos, in order to keep warm.
Everybody knows a turkey and some mistletoe,
It is common knowledge that turkeys and mistletoes are associated with the holiday season.
Help to make the season bright,
Turkeys and mistletoes contribute to making the holiday season more cheerful and lively.
Tiny tots with their eyes all aglow,
Young children are eagerly anticipating the gifts they will receive and are excited, with their eyes shining bright.
Will find it hard to sleep tonight.
The excitement of the holiday season makes it difficult for children to sleep at night.
They know that Santa's on his way;
Children are aware that Santa Claus is coming to deliver gifts.
He's loaded lots of toys and goodies on his sleigh,
Santa Claus has filled his sleigh with gifts and treats.
And every mother's child is going to spy,
All children, including those of every mother, will be watching to see if Santa Claus and his reindeer can fly.
To see if reindeer really know how to fly.
Children are curious to see if reindeer can truly fly, as folklore suggests.
And so I'm offering this simple phrase,
The singer is offering a simple expression of goodwill and cheerfulness.
To kids from one to ninety-two,
This message is intended for all people, regardless of age.
Although its been said many times, many ways,
This message may have been repeated numerous times and in varying ways, but it is still meaningful.
Merry Christmas to you,
A traditional holiday greeting, wishing the listener a happy Christmas.
Happy Chanukah to the Jews,
An additional greeting acknowledging the Jewish holiday of Chanukah.
Merry quanta to you,
A humorous greeting that references the physics concept of quanta.
Happy holidays to you.
A general greeting that acknowledges and includes all winter holidays.
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RL23
Nearly Christmas 2021. Been through so much depressing stuff this last two years. Hopefully, I am still alive to listen to this song for Christmas next year. God bless.
moshyfawn
Will be waiting for you here next year! Let's do it together!
Happy Holidays ;)
Mauricio Fuentes
Sending all my good holiday vibes your way! Hope things get better real soon and see you commenting next year!
hafaken
It’s 2020 and this will be on repeat 💯
madison penelope
same with me in 2021! this whole album is so good
Edgar Soto
2021
Jensen Byron
@Cyrus Zaire glad I could help :)
Cyrus Zaire
@Jensen Byron Thank you, I went there and it seems like a nice service :D I really appreciate it!!
Keith Coulter
this song is perfect <3 why does it have to be a christmas song? i want to listen to it all year round! <3
Mauricio Fuentes
Hey, nothing is restraining you from doing so. ;)