Original line-up (2002 - 2006):
Matt Lamb - Vocals
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Original line-up (2002 - 2006):
Matt Lamb - Vocals
Scott Zschomler - Lead guitar and vocals
Eric Cline - Bass and backup vocals
Greg Pawloski - Guitar
Christian Escobar - Drums
Final line-up (November 2007):
Michael "Jag" Jagmin - Vocals
Mike Knowlton - Guitar
Jonathan Kintz - Bass and backup vocals
Christian Escobar - Drums
"We are just a band that writes music which people happen to like", says guitarist Scott Zschomler. Odd Project originally formed in 2000 and has recorded a few demos which caught the eye of many in the record industry resulting in a multi-album deal with Indianola Records. With their new chance to shine, Odd Project jumped into Zing Studio's (Killswitch Engage, From Autumn to Ashes, The Agony Scene) and recorded "The Second Hand Stopped" in just less than 2 weeks. With their new release now out, they toured for over a month and a half and managed to win a spot on the main stage at Hellfest 2004.
The buzz has been selling albums out all over the United States; Odd Project has now made a name for themselves in the music industry. It is no wonder they were voted the "#1 Metal Band" on MP3.com, not by the fans, but by MP3.com themselves. The power of their live performance, the showmanship, and their clear musical talent are some of the reasons Odd Project is able to SELLOUT clubs such as CHAIN REACTION (Anaheim, CA), one of the most competitive and "Industry Exposed" venues in Orange County, and THE GLASSHOUSE (Pomona, CA). Playing with National acts such as Avenged Sevenfold, Atreyu, Killswitch Engage, and Norma Jean, and being in recent magazines such as Alternative Press, Metal Hammer, Revolver, and Amp has given Odd Project the utmost exposure and drive to become the next most talked about band in 2005.
After personal differences with the rest of the band, vocalist Matt Lamb left the band in 2006. His last show with the band was at Chain Reaction on May 25th, 2006. Matt hasn't announced any other plans yet and Odd Project has found a new vocalist, Michael "Jag" Jagmin, and are now in the process of recording their new album "Lovers Fighters Sinners Saints".
After the release of "Lovers Fighters Sinners Saints", Scott Zchlomer and Christian Escobar left the band, leaving no original members of Odd Project remaining. As of now, Odd Project has decided not to change their name, and have chosen to not play any songs before Lovers Fighters Sinners Saints with respect to the original line-up.
Odd Project officially called it quits in late '07, where current vocalist "Jag" moved on to sing for A Skylit Drive. Drummer Christian Escobar currently manages what remains of the band's existence.
A Perfect Smile and Broken Wings
Odd Project Lyrics
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The lyrics of "A Perfect Smile and Broken Wings" by Odd Project reflect the complexities and sacrifices of a love relationship. The singer acknowledges the flaws and imperfections of their partner, but they choose to love them nonetheless, regardless of the weight of their partner's sins and their own demons. The metaphor of the perfect smile resting on broken wings suggests that the beauty and happiness of their relationship is fragile and precarious.
The singer expresses a willingness to endure the struggles and challenges of their relationship, even if they fall and stumble. They are committed to living the lines of the book that never ends, which can be interpreted as a metaphor for the constant effort required to maintain a long-term relationship. The idea of "demonic" baggage on their backs implies that both partners have their own issues to deal with, adding to the challenges they face.
The repetition of the phrase "will three words heal these wounds" suggests that the singer is searching for validation and reassurance from their partner, and that their love is shaky and uncertain. The final verse represents a new beginning, where the past is burned and a new future is created. Despite the challenges, the singer is still hopeful that their love will last forever.
Line by Line Meaning
I turned my eyes away from you.
I avoided looking at you.
but when I looked back your smile was STILL there, resting on BROKEN wings.
Despite your struggles, you still managed to smile.
I'll carry YOU and the weight of YOUR sins along with, the demons on MY BACK.
I'll endure the burden of your wrongdoings and my own difficulties together.
even if I stumble and fall...
Even if I encounter obstacles and fail...
I'll live the lines of this book {this book}... that NEVER ends.
I'll follow the never-ending story of life.
pick ME up with bloody hands I'd give it ALL for this. THIS WISH. that love will last FOREVER.
Even if it means sacrificing everything, I want our love to be everlasting.
you tilt your head TO the starlit sky, with ONE word.
You look up to the sky and utter a single word.
I cut US both. ...we bleed and bleed...
I hurt both of us and we continue to suffer.
will THREE words heal these wounds...{forever and ever}
Perhaps the words 'forever and ever' can be the remedy for our pain.
mascara running down YOUR face...I'll wipe the tears from YOUR eyes... {forever and ever}
I'll be there to comfort you and wipe your tears as long as I exist.
will THREE words heal these wounds...you tilt your head TO the starlit sky, with ONE word.
You hope a single word from the sky can salvage our situation.
as we write new chapters to OUR story.
As we continue to live our lives together and create new memories.
I'll burn the pages that are your past.
I'll discard your troubling past and move forward with you into the future.
and as. the wind. stirs the ashes... a NEW. your NEW. our NEW beginning...
As ashes scatter in the wind, we begin anew and create a fresh start.
I turned my eyes away from you. but when I looked back your smile was STILL there, resting on BROKEN wings.
Even though we face challenges, your unyielding smile gives me hope.
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