Formed in 1997, the band recorded several demos before being signed by Maverick Records. Their first full length album Is This Room Getting Smaller was released on November 20, 2001. The band toured for three years alongside Incubus, 311, Static-X, Soulfly, SOiL, and many more, including a live performance on HBO's Reverb with Linkin Park. The singles "Instead Laugh" and "New World Order" failed to push the album, and the band asked to be released from their contract. In 2003, Onesidezero disbanded and retreated to various side projects.
The most notable side project, Abloom (previously called Mothra), featured vocalist Jasan Radford and lead guitarist Levon Sultanian. Also part of the band was Mike Doling (ex-Snot, ex-Soulfly), Roy Mayorga (ex-Soulfly) and John Fahnestock (ex-Snot). Fahnestock left and was replaced by Marcelo Dias aka Marcello D. Rapp (ex-Soulfly). Shavo Odadjian of System of a Down took the role of executive producer.
Abloom song titles included "Cover Up", "After That Quiet", "January 2nd", "What You Came For", "Shadows" and "Mama Don't Cry". Some of these are featured on their MySpace page while others are floating around on the internet. Abloom has a more classic rock feel while at times showcasing Levon Sultanian's guitar playing who is of Armenian descent.
In late 2004, Onesidezero decided to reunite and work on new material. The band toured throughout 2005 and 2006 while writing and recording their album with Ulrich Wild (Taproot, Static-X) at the helm. On November 8, 2006, Onesidezero announced they had signed with Corporate Punishment Records. Their self titled album Onesidezero was released June 5, 2007. It was originally slated for a February 20 release. According to their Facebook page, they are in the process of writing new music for their next album.
Underground
OneSideZero Lyrics
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from all the world's pain
father still looks deep with eyes of hate
folding our arms
when the happiness falls apart from
all was unknown until you create the game
so it's time
clear our minds
shut your eyes
follow the gun
quench the thirst for love
that you have kept from
only son that has held you up so high
feel like the road has been pushed away
and back again when mother will you
protect all of us somehow
so it's time
clear our minds
underground
shut your eyes
The lyrics to OneSideZero's song "Underground" express the idea of seeking refuge from the pain and hate in the world. The opening lines suggest the comfort of a mother holding her children, shielding them from the harsh realities of the world. However, the father's "eyes of hate" serve as a reminder that not everyone can be trusted. The next lines describe folding arms as a way of dealing with the disappointment of shattered happiness. The song appears to be directed at someone who has created a "game" that made life difficult for others. The idea of going "underground" suggests a retreat from the mainstream and a search for something new and authentic. The refrain "shut your eyes" suggests a need to block out the negativity and focus on what really matters.
Overall, the lyrics to "Underground" seem to be a call for action. The repeated chorus lines of "clear our minds, shut your eyes" are a reminder that it's time to take control and find a way out of the darkness. By seeking refuge underground, the singer suggests that there is hope for a better future, but it requires a willingness to step outside of the familiar and to take risks.
Line by Line Meaning
see mother will hold the children
When things get tough and the world is heavy, a mother's love offers comfort and safety.
from all the world's pain
Mothers try to shield their children from the harsh realities and pain of the world.
father still looks deep with eyes of hate
Despite trying to live in a world of love, hate and negativity is still present, even in fathers who appear strong.
folding our arms
Feeling helpless, people become passive and fold their arms against the world's chaos.
when the happiness falls apart from
When things go wrong, happiness dissolves into nothingness.
all was unknown until you create the game
Until you take action and make a decision, nothing in life is certain or clear.
so it's time
It's time to take action and make a decision to shape your life.
clear our minds
To move forward and make decisions, you must clear your mind of negativity and distractions.
underground
Going underground represents taking an introspective journey to understand oneself and find solutions to problems.
shut your eyes
To find inner peace and clarity, sometimes you must shut out the noise around you and look inward.
follow the gun
Follow the trail of destruction caused by hatred and violence to understand how it affects people and the world.
quench the thirst for love
People have a basic human need for love and affection, and this need must be fulfilled to feel complete.
that you have kept from
Sometimes, people hold back their feelings and desires for love, which can lead to feelings of loneliness and sadness.
only son that has held you up so high
A person who has been a pillar of strength during tough times can uplift your spirits and give you a reason to keep going.
feel like the road has been pushed away
When things seem uncertain or out of control, it can feel like the path forward has disappeared.
and back again when mother will you
When things get overwhelming, people often turn to their mothers for guidance and support.
protect all of us somehow
Mothers have an innate desire to protect and care for their children, especially during difficult times.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BRETT J KANE, CHRISTIAN H HERNANDEZ, JASON S RADFORD, LEVON SULTANIAN, ROB BASILE
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