The current lineup:
Marcus Bridge - Vocals (2014-)
Jon Deiley - Guitar (2009-)
Josh Smith - Guitar (2009-)
Nic Petterson - Drums (2010-)
Past Members:
Adrian Fitipaldes – Vocals (2009–2014)
Brendan Derby – Drums (2009)
Mitchell Collier – Drums (2010)
Simon Anderson – Bass (2010–2011)
Alex Milovic – Bass (2009-2010, 2011-2018)
Brendon Padjasek - Bass/Backing Vocals (2018-2021)
Discography:
2010 Debut EP - Hollow Existence
2011 Debut Album - Discoveries
2013 Sophomore Album - Singularity
2015 Third Album - Node
2017 Fourth Album - Mesmer
2019 Fifth Album - Alien
2022 Sixth Album - Obsidian
The band hit the stage in mid-2009, delivering powerful and dynamic live performances. Their popularity soared, with local attention rapidly amounting to national support with each show. Within a year, Northlane were a common name, demanded across the nation due to their reputation as one of the tightest bands; they are known for their ‘take no prisoners’ attitude when it comes to buckling down and working hard with a DIY attitude.
In early 2010, Northlane released their debut six-track EP, titled “Hollow Existence”, which they co-produced in a friend’s garage studio. Their debut full length album Entitled “Discoveries”, which was labelled by Kill Your Stereo as “Australian album of the year” coincided with their signing to We Are Unified and was released to much anticipation on 11-11-11, straight off the back of a 24 date regional headline tour.
Discoveries was a game changer for Northlane, the critical acclaim following it’s release was unprecedented and their fanbase exploded almost overnight, finally the unrelenting kilometres on the road, and service station pies were paying off. The Discoveries tour in support of this release was by far their most successful tour to date, once half empty rooms were now packing out across the whole country.
In September 2012, the band started to play it's first shows in North America, playing The Eastern Canada Tour with Stray From The Path, Obey The Brave and others.
The band released their sophomore album 'Singularity' on March 22, 2013. The album was received very well and was the #1 album on established Australian radio show Short.Fast.Loud's mid year report. Singularity resulted in 2013 becoming the year in which Northlane began to tour heavily outside of Australia.
This led the band on a Singularity album tour, where they sold out many shows. The toured Canada again afterwards in support of Structures and Texas In July. After returning to Australia for a regional headlining tour, they played in Europe for the first time, on the Never Say Die! tour with Emmure headlining in October. They are also set to play in the United States for the first time in November and December, in support of Veil of Maya and Structures, and with support from Vildhjarta and Here Comes The Kraken, despite never playing a show in the United States before.
In January 2014 they played on the Big Day Out touring festival, before touring the USA with Bring Me The Horizon, Of Mice and Men and Issues on the American Dream tour. In March and April they supported Architects on a 39 date tour of Europe and the UK. Northlane announced that they would curate their own festival called FREE YOUR MIND, with the first tour taking place in May 2014 in Australia. Northlane headlined the festival with support from Thy Art Is Murder, Veil Of Maya, Volumes and Make Them Suffer. All dates on the tour sold out in advance. Northlane appeared on the cover of Blunt Magazine in the April edition prior to Free Your Mind. It was after this tour that Northlane became activists and heavily supported many charities including The Smith Family by donating used drums sticks and guitars.
It was announced in September 2014 that founding vocalist Adrian Fitipaldes would be leaving the band. Northlane issued a statement via their Facebook page, citing an impact on Fitipaldes' health as the catalyst. Northlane also announced that they will be accepting audition videos for a new vocalist.
On 14 October, Northlane announced that they had found their new vocalist. Then on 16 October, the band announced that they were shooting a music video for "Rot" with the new singer. The track was recorded with Will Putney in Sydney. Citing the new single as "one of the heaviest Northlane tracks ever", the band debuted the song on 20 November, along with the new vocalist being identified as Marcus Bridge.
The band announced they were recording a third full length album in March with Will Putney. The album, 'Node' was released on the 24th July 2015.
Windbreaker
Northlane Lyrics
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We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
Everything they told me was right
Everything they said about life
We have made the sacrifices
We have been patient for long enough
It is our chance, our time
I will break the wind
This road, it leads so far away from home
I breathe the air, down a road to nowhere
Streams of oxygen, soothe our forms
We long to breathe in the air
Around us
I feel the kiss of the breeze against my face
We long to feel the air
Around us
I'm packing up
I'm leaving here
Don't know when I'm coming back
Close your eyes and I disappear
Floating free throughout this life
Reshaping my thoughts time does wither the mind
Time does wither the mind and in due time
The life I thought I wanted I never seem to find
It might be dark and it might be cold
But if I ever feel like turning back
I just breathe and remember where I am, inside the dream
I will break the wind
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
Break
"Windbreaker" by Northlane is a song about breaking free from societal norms and expectations and taking control of one's own life. The lyrics use the metaphor of the wind breaking before the singer's path, representing the obstacles and challenges they face in their journey towards self-discovery and fulfillment. The singer speaks about leaving everything behind and disregarding what others have told them is right and following their own path.
The song talks about the sacrifices and patience they have had to endure in order to get to where they are now, and that it's time for them to "rise the fuck up" and take charge of their own life. The chorus "I will break the wind" is a declaration of their power and determination to keep pushing through the obstacles and overcome any challenges that come their way. The lyrics also touch on the idea that sometimes the journey towards self-discovery can be dark and cold, but it's important to keep pushing forward and remember where you are in your own journey.
Overall, "Windbreaker" is a powerful anthem about breaking free from societal norms and expectations and taking charge of one's own life journey.
Line by Line Meaning
When the wind breaks before our very path
In moments of uncertainty and challenge, we feel overwhelmed and lost.
We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
The chaos of life can be deafening and disorienting, leaving us feeling vulnerable and unanchored.
Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
In order to grow and evolve, we must let go of the expectations and limitations others have placed upon us.
Everything they told me was right
The opinions of others can often feel like truth, but it's important to question and challenge what we are told.
Everything they said about life
Even the most common beliefs about life and the world around us should be examined and evaluated.
We have made the sacrifices
Achieving our goals and ambitions often requires us to make difficult choices and give up certain comforts and pleasures.
We have been patient for long enough
Patience is a virtue, but there comes a time when we must take action and seize the opportunities before us.
It is our chance, our time
We must take advantage of the opportunities presented to us and not shy away from taking risks.
Our time to rise the fuck up
Now is the moment to take control of our lives and future, and to do so with resilience and determination.
I will break the wind
We must not allow the chaos and turbulence of life to hold us back, but rather push through and persevere.
This road, it leads so far away from home
Life can take us on unexpected journeys and lead us far from the places and people we know and love.
I breathe the air, down a road to nowhere
In moments of doubt and confusion, we may feel like we are going nowhere and simply treading water.
Streams of oxygen, soothe our forms
Even in the midst of turmoil and chaos, there are moments of calm and clarity that can rejuvenate us and keep us going.
We long to breathe in the air
We crave a sense of freedom and rejuvenation that can only come from experiencing life on our own terms.
Around us
Life is full of wonder and mystery, and we must embrace and explore the world around us.
I feel the kiss of the breeze against my face
There are moments of beauty and serenity in life that remind us of the magic and wonder of the world.
We long to feel the air
We yearn for a sense of liberation and freedom that can only come from breaking free from societal and cultural norms.
I'm packing up
Taking control of our lives often requires us to leave behind the safety and security of what we know and venture into the unknown.
I'm leaving here
Breaking free from the limitations of our current circumstances requires us to take risks and make bold choices.
Don't know when I'm coming back
Taking the first steps towards our goals and ambitions can be scary and uncertain, but it's important to trust the journey and stay committed.
Close your eyes and I disappear
The path to personal growth and evolution often requires us to leave behind the expectations and perceptions of others, and fully embrace who we are.
Floating free throughout this life
Finding our true purpose and path in life requires us to let go of the constraints and rules placed upon us by society and culture.
Reshaping my thoughts time does wither the mind
Over time, our thoughts and beliefs evolve and change, and we must be open to new ideas and perspectives.
Time does wither the mind and in due time
Life is a journey full of constant change, and we must remain open and adaptable to the inevitable shifts and transitions that occur.
The life I thought I wanted I never seem to find
Our paths and goals may shift and change over time, and it's important to listen to our inner voice and trust our intuition.
It might be dark and it might be cold
The path to personal growth and success is rarely easy or comfortable, and will often challenge us in unexpected ways.
But if I ever feel like turning back
Even in moments of doubt and uncertainty, it's important to remain committed to our goals and not give up when the going gets tough.
I just breathe and remember where I am, inside the dream
The journey to achieving our goals and aspirations is often surreal and difficult, but we must stay focused and grounded in our vision of what we want to achieve.
I will break the wind
We must push through the obstacles and challenges that life throws our way in order to achieve our goals and become the best version of ourselves.
When the wind breaks before our very path
Adversity and challenge are inevitable in life, but it's how we respond to them that ultimately shapes our experiences and outcomes.
We are swept away; I hear the wind howling my name
The chaos of life can feel overwhelming and daunting, but we must remain strong and resilient in the face of adversity.
Break
Breaking through the challenges and obstacles of life requires us to stay focused, driven, and committed to our goals and aspirations.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JONATHON FRANCIS DEILEY, ADRIAN JAMES FITIPALDES, NIC EDWARD PETTERSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@n0tAnother
Just recently found out bout this band, and all I can say - it's absolutely amasing...
Dunno, if it's because I've found it in a difficult period of my life, but still, the right words that have been said in a right moment - can do a great things with your motivation and your daily mood.
When I've realised that Northlane is from Australia, just like "In Hearts Wake", "The Amity Affliction". etc, I've fell in love with this country!
Even thou I'm 30 y.o., I wanna see these guys live on stage, tearing my heart and ears with their sweet music.. There is not a chance any of these bands will come to Ukraine with a tour, so I dream about traveling to Australia to catch some big tour with them.
"It might be dark, it might be cold
But if I ever feel like turning back
I just breathe and remember
Where I am inside the dream"
Peace.
@Yazuroshi
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name
Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
Everything they told me was right
Leaving behind me everything I thought that I should be
Everything they said about life
We have made the sacrifices
We have been patient for long enough
It is our chance our time
Our time
Our time to rise the fuck up
I will break the wind
This road it leads so far away from home
I breathe in the air down a road to nowhere
Streams of oxygen soothe our forms
We long to breathe in the air around us
I feel the kiss of the breeze against my face
We long to feel the air around us
I'm packing up
I'm leaving here
Don't know when I'm coming back
Close your eyes and I disappear
I'm packing up
I'm leaving here
Don't know when I'm coming back
Close your eyes and I disappear
Floating free throughout this life
Reshaping my thoughts, time does wither the mind
And in due time
The life I thought I wanted I never seem to find
It might be dark, it might be cold
But if I ever feel like turning back
I just breathe and remember
Where I am (where I am) inside (inside) the dream
I will break the wind
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name
When the wind breaks before our very path
We are swept away, swept away (swept away)
I hear the wind howling my name
Break!
I will break the wind.
@dlrsnate5100
This song is beautifully aggressive . 2:00 until the end, is a masterpiece that’ll never get the credit it deserves.
It’s crazy how I can almost feel the wind when I hear this song, Northlane really hit the mark with this song.
@jameswilkes6091
Adrian was pretty great, he sounded completely different when he growled and screamed, pretty impressive.
@Jacksoncomplex
What is a growl? From what is it when it builds up from a clean to a scream?
@jameswilkes6091
I believe a growl is one of those "deep screams" that Adrian does in this song.
@Jacksoncomplex
James Wilkes
oh i thought they were just low screams. never heard them refered to as a growl.
@orfeas8
JacksonKdrums growl is named in heavier metal genres such as Amon Amarth, as I saw
@jakubondrus6064
+JacksonKdrums well as far as I know it's actually the same thing if I'm not wrong
@RyansResolve
2018 and this album is still unprecedented
@GarrettsGear
2020 and this album aged so well. Still unprecedented.
@user-en2eg4gw5x
Still great masterpiece😔