Kenny Hathorne - Vocals
Jake O'Donnell - Guitar
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Kenny Hathorne - Vocals
Jake O'Donnell - Guitar
Matt Bryant - Guitar
Ben Greener - Bass
Josh Fulcher - Drums
Music, like any art form, is subjective. It’s rare that a sound has universal appeal across multiple genres. In fact, that’s the hardest part of music. In today’s musical climate, rock and roll is a niche market and most bands can only claim fans in one specific genre. Enter Atlanta, GA’s POYNTE into the fray and you’ll be hard pressed to find someone who actually doesn’t like the band. Sure there are heavy guitars and syncopated beats, but there’s also a lyrical connectivity and a melodic sense that attracts people to their music.
2015 was a year that saw tremendous growth for POYNTE. The band experienced many firsts. They released their first full-length album in ‘Discreet Enemy’. They released their first music video for “Hold On”. They played their first National tour with platinum-selling artist Trapt and Sons of Texas.
2016 is shaping up to be another stellar year as the band has signed on with High Road Publicity to handle their press and radio campaigns. The band is shooting a music video with Director Andrew Burn for their track, “Take Control” and will be on tour with 2015 Ernie Ball Rock On The Range Battle Of The Bands winners, Screaming For Silence and their bearded brothers in Guns Out At Sundown.
About POYNTE:
Vocalist Kenny Hathorne’s voice and vocal melodies have been the key to furthering the band’s songwriting. Surviving a scissor lift accident, where he ended up with a titanium jaw replacement, Kenny leaves no doubt that he is destined for something great!
Guitarist Matt Bryant is one of the founding members of the band. Matt is a seasoned musician that has become a recognizable figure in the Atlanta music scene. He has been a driving force behind the group since the beginning.
The final elements were the additions of drummer Josh Fulcher, bassist Bryan Poss and lead guitarist Jake O’Donnell. Together, they’ve created the core that the band has long sought after.
While previous POYNTE lineups have had some success, the group senses their best days are yet to come. Some of their accomplishments include winning the 2012 Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands, which earned them a slot on the RockStar Uproar Festival in Atlanta, as well as winning the 2012 Cabo Wabo Your Shot to Rock. POYNTE has also shared the stage all across the Southeast with national acts such as 10 Years, Nonpoint, Shinedown, Godsmack, Papa Roach, Saliva, Drowning Pool, Fuel, All That Remains, Trapt, Sons Of Texas and Taproot.
About Discreet Enemy:
Written and refined over the course of a year, the band recorded ‘Discreet Enemy’ over a 60-day marathon in the band’s own studio, Covington, GA’s The Audiovault, with additional recording by Mike Froedge (Black Label Society/Double Drive/Bloodsimple) at Open Sky Studio. ‘Discreet Enemy’ was mixed by acclaimed producer/mixer Andy Reilly at Muse Productions (The Cult/Iron Maiden/Bon Jovi/The Police) and mastered by Matt Dalton (Chiodos/Hed Pe/Attila/Tantric/Royal Blood) at 37 Studios.
Take Control
POYNTE Lyrics
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They say that it's change
And this is the way
Stand in line don't be afraid
just follow the crowd
pick you up when you're down
that's what they always say
don't let them take control
discrete enemy discrete enemy
don't let them take control!
Will this be the end
of all we've ever known
Will you rise again
or let him take control
Will this be the end
of all we never known
will you fight again
or let him take control
Shackled and chains
under the reign
these are darkest days
no probable cause
their taking all of the same things
soon they'll have it all
Discrete enemy discrete enemy
don't let them take control
discrete enemy discrete enemy
don't let them take control
Will this be the end
of all we've ever known
will you rise again
or let him take control
will this be the end of all he ever known
will you fight again
or let them take control
you will see
don't let them take control
you and me won't let them take control
Rise up!
The lyrics of POYNTE's "Take Control" are thought-provoking and call for listeners to rise up against the forces that seek to oppress and control them. The overall message of the song can be interpreted as the need for individuals to resist conformity and think for themselves, especially in the face of authoritarianism.
The first verse criticizes the mentality of following the crowd and listening to those in power, emphasizing the importance of standing up for oneself and not being controlled by an unseen enemy. The chorus continues this theme with a sense of urgency, calling for action to be taken in the face of impending danger. This danger is illustrated in the second verse with imagery of being shackled and under the reign of oppressive forces.
The repetition of the lines "discrete enemy, discrete enemy" highlights the insidiousness of these forces, who operate in secrecy to exert their control over individuals. The song concludes with a call to action, urging listeners to rise up and refrain from letting these forces take control.
Overall, the lyrics of "Take Control" encourage listeners to recognize the dangers of conformity and authoritarianism and take action to resist them.
Line by Line Meaning
Rise up!
Encouraging the listener to take action and stand up against those trying to take control.
They say that it's change
The oppressors are disguising their oppressive actions as necessary change.
And this is the way
The oppressors are insisting that their way is the only right way.
Stand in line don't be afraid
The oppressors want people to conform and not question their actions.
just follow the crowd
The oppressors want people to blindly follow without thinking for themselves.
pick you up when you're down
The oppressors will pretend to help you when you're struggling, but really they're just trying to gain control.
that's what they always say
The oppressors have a pattern of using the same manipulative tactics.
discrete enemy discrete enemy
The listener is being warned that the oppressors are not always obvious and can be in disguise.
don't let them take control
The listener is being advised to not let the oppressors gain control over their lives.
Will this be the end
The situation is dire and there is a looming threat of losing what they have.
of all we've ever known
Everything the listener has ever known could be changed or taken away.
Will you rise again
The listener is being asked if they will fight against the oppressors again if needed.
or let him take control
The listener is being warned that if they don't rise up and fight, they will lose control to the oppressors.
Shackled and chains
The situation is oppressive and the listener is not free to do as they please.
under the reign
The oppressors are in power and control everything.
these are darkest days
The situation is dire and it seems like there is no hope.
no probable cause
The oppressors don't have valid reasons for their actions and are acting irrationally.
their taking all of the same things
The oppressors are trying to take away everything that the listener has worked for.
soon they'll have it all
The oppressors are close to gaining complete control over everything and everyone.
you will see
The listener is being reassured that they will come out on top as long as they don't let the oppressors win.
you and me won't let them take control
The listener is being told that together they can overcome the oppressors and take back control of their lives.
Contributed by Thomas O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@katerinrodriguez6507
This band deserves more Likes than Nicki Minaj ... their job is fucking awesome! 👊👍💪
@shashurimagrease2890
i second that, it's even blasphemous comparing such a good group to nicki minaj
@VikingBunnyFIN
Love this song and great video.
Once again you did a great video.
Keep up the good work.
@tiffy0917
I would say this is one of my favorite tracks, but the whole damn album is badass! Fucking love these guys!!
@tiffy0917
I just can't express enough how proud I am of my boys! Been a fan (almost) from the very beginning & it's a pleasure getting to know a few of them personally! Love you guys!
@keria1346
Love this song and I love the way the video turned out! Great job guys!
@skratch03
Man this song is dope. It's heavy where it needs to be and with an great chorus! Looking for album now!
@kennywines9007
They are on bandcamp
@williamtyler2228
Awesome video, love the song, well done guy's!!
@robertsabani4781
Great job guys! This song is amazing!!