Other bandmembers included David Gabbard (vocals, 1994-1995), Jerry Montano (2001, 2005-2007) and Tommy Sickles (2000-2004, 2005-2007).
Formed in 1994, the band's original line-up consisted of vocalist David Gabbard, guitarist Tom Maxwell, bassist Bill Gaal and drummer Chris Houck. They released three tapes with this lineup, until Gabbard left the band. At this point Matt Holt took over singing duties. The band then recorded a self-titled album featuring ten songs. DCide then discovered Nothingface, and they re-recorded the album, with six of the songs featuring on their debut album Pacifier, released February 6, 1997.
The band were often mislabeled as nu metal, however many music critics denied them as nu metal. They also are known for their extremely aggressive and heavy style.
The band's second album An Audio Guide to Everyday Atrocity was released on September 22, 1998 via DCide/Mayhem Records. The band toured in support of the album throughout the United States with Stuck Mojo,[2] Sam Black Church and Ministry.[2]
Two years later, the band released their third album Violence on October 10, 2000. It was the band's national debut, released via TVT Records. Chris Houck recorded drums for this album but had to leave the group due to medical issues that would prevent him from touring. He was replaced by Tommy Sickles of Ingredient 17 fame (Matt and Tommy's band before Nothingface).
In early 2001, Bill Gaal left the group to pursue a career in music production and engineering. He was replaced by Jerry Montano, formerly of The Deadlights. A few months later, Gaal returned.
The band released their fourth album Skeletons on April 22, 2003 via TVT Records. That summer, the band played on the second-stage of the popular Ozzfest tour.
The group disbanded on February 10, 2004, citing musical differences, inner turmoil, and label troubles. Bill Gaal went on to form Kingdom of Snakes with former members of the band Gunfighter. Their debut EP features vocal work from Matt Holt on one track. Tom Maxwell and Tommy Sickles were in the band Blessed in Black featuring ex-Skrape vocalist Billy Keeton, as well as Jerry Montano on bass.
On November 24, 2005, a posting on the Jägermeister website showed Nothingface as the opening act for Disturbed in a 2006 show. The line-up for this show was Matt Holt, Tom Maxwell, Jerry Montano and Tommy Sickles. The band released two new songs online and went on to do a small U.S. club tour that winter/spring, bringing along Crossbreed and Silent Civilian.
Later that year, guitarist Tom Maxwell and bassist Jerry Montano began a project entitled Hellyeah with Vinnie Paul, formerly of Pantera and Damageplan, as well as Chad Gray and Greg Tribbett of Mudvayne. They released their debut album on April 10, 2007 via Epic Records. Following its release, Montano was fired from the band after allegedly assaulting HellYeah producer/engineer Sterling Winfield and making gun threats while drunk at the album release party.
During the first half of April 2008, the band sent out a Myspace bulletin and changed their default profile picture to one of the band in the studio, signaling that they were indeed working on new material. On the 20th of May, they posted a short YouTube clip which features them performing and sent out a Myspace bulletin containing said clip. Four days later, on May 24, it was announced through Blabbermouth.net that original members Bill Gaal and Chris Houck have rejoined Nothingface, with Tommy Sickles now playing drums for the L.A.-based band Noise Within. The band then released several additional "teaser" videos and on February 19, 2009, announced that "the band is at Wrightway Studios in Baltimore MD for the next 2 weeks writing and recording."
The re-release of their self-titled album with remastered songs and new artwork was released on April 8, 2009.
On August 14, 2009, it was announced via Blabbermouth.net that Nothingface would be disbanding,[3] with Maxwell citing Holt's lack of work ethic as the main reason for an unfinished album three years in the making, as well as his decision to leave. Houck would later state that this is "only one side of the story" and that "there were a lot of other factors involved in all of this beyond anything with (Holt)." In a summer 2011 interview, Bill Gaal spoke publicly about the split, stating, "It’s one of those situations where everyone’s story will be different. Broadly, what it boiled down to is that we’re all older now, we all have different responsibilities. Making everything line up time-wise is difficult– I’m in LA, Chris is out in North Carolina, Tom’s out on tour with Hellyeah most of the year, Matt stays home in Baltimore now. And me and Tom have families now, too. You don’t just get together and write a great song, especially with Nothingface. It takes a chunk of time, and we’d always rework songs hundreds of times before releasing them. We only had a couple of intense, 1- or 2-week writing sessions and really, we just ran out of time. We had to get a lot done in a short amount time before we had to get back to other things we had going on. So the timing didn’t work out, but that being said, it doesn’t rule out anything for the future. As pissed-off as Nothingface was back in the day, we’ve definitely all cooled down, and if we could just find one week where all of us were just calm enough and got together, we could do it."
On September 1, 2009, the band released "One Thousand Lies" on their official website. It is a rough "first draft" demo and was recorded in March 2008. On November 13, 2009 the band uploaded "D2" which is another rough "first draft" demo with no vocals.
In early 2011, the band launched their brand new website Nothingface.com. Videos linked to YouTube are present so is a Nothingface wiki, forum, guest book, photo gallery and a section for fans to upload their own videos of Nothingface music. Links to other bands are present also.
Filthy
Nothingface Lyrics
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Do you trust me?
Do you want this pain inside?
Where's your head?
Are you thirsty?
Do you know all the simple things that it
Takes to change my mind?
That face could be so pretty
But you scarred it all before
Put everything aside
Now I know you've filled my life (she said)
Is there no weapon to make this end? (you said)
I'm sorry, I didn't help to pretend (you said)
Cause I know nothing in my life is chained forever
Now that you can find a way
Where's the frowning?
Where's the crying?
Where's the "I would bleed for you?"
You held my hand well...
Feed the image...
I know it's hard for you to believe...
That you could be alone now
The picture seems so close
But I'm so very far away
But not far enough
Now I know you'll ruin my life (he said)
Is there no weapon to make this end? (you said)
I'm sorry I didn't help to pretend (she said)
Cause I know nothing in my life is chained forever
Now that you can find a way
Hey, you sold yourself again
It never comes back again
Yeah, you sold yourself again
Bitch you fucked it up again
Bitch do you trust me?
Do you trust me?
Do you want this pain inside?
Where's your head?
Are you thirsty?
Do you know all the simple things that it
Takes to change my mind?
Instead of lying boldly
That face could be so pretty
But you scarred it all before
The song "Filthy" by Nothingface is a powerful expression of a toxic relationship. The lyrics begin with a question about trust, highlighting the theme of doubt and mistrust that seems to permeate the relationship. The singer then asks about the pain inside, suggesting that there is something deeply troubling in the dynamic between the two people involved. The next few lines ask about the other person's motivations and feelings, before moving on to the idea of "lying boldly." This suggests that there has been deception between the two, and that one or both parties are not being entirely truthful.
The middle section of the song contains some of the most emotional lyrics, as the singer reflects on the damage that has been done. They talk about how the other person has scarred them, and how they now feel alone even when the other person is present. The line "where's the 'I would bleed for you?'" is particularly poignant, as it highlights how the relationship has become empty and meaningless. The chorus repeats twice more, each time with increasing intensity, before culminating in the final refrain of "Bitch do you trust me? Do you trust me?"
Overall, "Filthy" is a deeply emotional song that explores the pain of a broken relationship. Through its powerful lyrics and intense delivery, it captures the tumultuous emotions that can arise when two people who were once close drift apart.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you trust me?
Asking if the other person has faith in the singer
Do you want this pain inside?
Asking if the other person wants to continue feeling emotional pain
Where's your head?
Asking the other person if they are thinking clearly
Are you thirsty?
Asking if the other person desires more of a certain feeling or situation
Do you know all the simple things that it
Takes to change my mind?
Asking if the other person is aware of the actions or words needed to persuade the artist
Instead of lying boldly...
Implying that the other person is being dishonest
That face could be so pretty
But you scarred it all before
Acknowledging the other person's physical beauty, but noting that their actions have made them less attractive
Put everything aside
Telling the other person to temporarily forget about other issues and focus on the present situation
Now I know you've filled my life (she said)
Quoting another person who is expressing that the other person has had a significant impact on their life
Is there no weapon to make this end? (you said)
The other person is asking if there is any way to end the current situation
I'm sorry, I didn't help to pretend (you said)
The other person apologizes for not being able to pretend everything is okay
'Cause I know nothing in my life is chained forever
Now that you can find a way
Noting that everything is temporary and can be changed
Where's the frowning?
Asking where the sadness or displeasure is
Where's the crying?
Asking where the tears and emotional expression are
Where's the 'I would bleed for you?'
Asking where the intense loyalty and devotion are
You held my hand well...
Acknowledge the other person's previous affection or care
Feed the image...
Encouraging the other person to maintain appearances or a facade
I know it's hard for you to believe...
Acknowldging that the other person may doubt the situation or the singer's words
That you could be alone now
Implying that the other person may be left by themselves or abandoned
The picture seems so close
But I'm so very far away
But not far enough
Describing the sense of distance between the artist and the other person
Now I know you'll ruin my life (he said)
Quoting another person's worry that the other person's actions will negatively affect their life
Hey, you sold yourself again
It never comes back again
Yeah, you sold yourself again
Bitch you fucked it up again
Expressing disappointment and anger at the other person's actions or choices
Bitch do you trust me?
Do you trust me?
Do you want this pain inside?
Repeating earlier questions, emphasizing the importance and urgency of the situation
Are you thirsty?
Asking if the other person still desires more of a certain feeling or situation
Do you know all the simple things that it
Takes to change my mind?
Repeating an earlier question, emphasizing the power of the other person's actions or words
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER BRADLEE HOUCK, MATTHEW FRANCIS HOLT, THOMAS, IV MAXWELL, WILLIAM THOMAS GAAL
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