The ban… Read Full Bio ↴Parkway Drive is a metalcore band from Byron Bay, Australia.
The band formed in the summer of 2003, their name coming from the street they used to practice on in their home town of Byron Bay, Australia. Not long after they had formed, they released a split EP with Adelaide band I Killed The Prom Queen. Later that year, the band also made an appearance on the Byron Bay Hardcore compilation What We've Built, preceded by their debut EP, Don't Close Your Eyes.
In May 2005 the PwD headed to the USA to record their debut album with renowned metal producer, Killswitch Engage guitarist Adam Dutkiewicz (who is responsible for acclaimed releases from the likes of Unearth, August Burns Red, Underoath and Johnny Truant.)
Since the release of Don't Close Your Eyes, Parkway Drive have rapidly accumulated a loyal fanbase Australia-wide, courtesy of support slots for international acts including Hatebreed, In Flames, Chimaira, Shadows Fall, As I Lay Dying, Bleeding Through, Alexisonfire, and performances at Metal for The Brain 2005 and Australia's Hardcore 2005. They have built quite a strong reputation within the music industry, this led to their signing with Epitaph record label.
In June 2006 they released Killing With a Smile in the United States during August of that year.
In late May 2006, second bass player Shaun Cash left the band for personal reasons with the full support of the rest of the members. The band soon found a replacement in their "merch guy" and long-time friend, Jia "Pie" O'Connor. Now a permanent part of the line-up, he played with them for the rest of their first international tour in the United Kingdom, and Europe, and later dates in the United States.
In October 2006, they were billed as the Australian contingent on the Rockstar Taste of Chaos tour, playing alongside Anti-Flag, Underoath, Thursday, Senses Fail, Taking Back Sunday and Saosin. During November and December 2006, they appeared at the Homebake Festival, Sound Fest, Resist Records' tour, Soundwave Festival and Gravity G Festival before returning to the UK and Europe.
On 3 March 2007, a new song was previewed to a crowd at Underworld entitled "The Siren's Song". The song would later feature on Horizons. They were placed on the bill for the U.S. Vans Warped Tour 2007 as the only Australian band on the tour. On 15 August, Winston McCall appeared in an interview on the short.fast.loud show on Australia's Triple J Radio station in which he previewed a track off Horizons entitled "Boneyards".
Horizons was released on 6 October 2007. The album was generally acclaimed by critics and fans alike; especially Blunt Magazine, who wrote that the album 'simply slays from the get go' and awarded it 10/10, and planet-loud.com, which suggested that it would 'set the benchmark for metal albums to come'. It debuted at number 6 on the ARIA Charts. After the release of Horizons, the band toured through the US, Australia and Europe with such bands such as Killswitch Engage, Bury Your Dead, Darkest Hour and others.
In February/March 2008, Parkway teamed up with Byron Bay bands/friends 50 lions and Word Up!, to complete the Surf Rats Tour of east coast Australia. This tour (travelling to towns not listed on the standard touring circuit) was based around surfing big surf spots on the way.
On 12 December 2008 while performing at UNSW Roundhouse, Parkway Drive announced that they were filming a DVD of the show, which would include footage of the performance and a few songs from other bands featured in the Sweat Fest Tour. On 18 January 2009, Parkway Drive announced their headlining US tour with Stick to Your Guns and Mychildren Mybride. On 28 January to 1 February 2009, Parkway Drive went on a tour in Japan with Shai Hulud and Crystal Lake. Parkway Drive played at the 2009 Bamboozle Lineup at the Giant's Stadium parking lots; as well as being confirmed at 2009's Download Festival.
In May 2009, Parkway Drive announced that they would be releasing a live DVD and an Australian tour was also announced with August Burns Red and Architects in support of it. It was on this tour that the band performed a new song entitled "Unrest."
On 11 January 2022, the band announced a North American tour in May and June, supported by Hatebreed, The Black Dahlia Murder, and Stick to Your Guns. However, on 6 April, they announced the cancellation of the tour, stating that "the relentless nature of being in this band has given us very little time to reflect on who we are as individuals, who we want to be and the toll it is taking on ourselves and our friendships". On 23 May, it was announced that for their mental health, Parkway Drive would be taking a break from activity, but clarified that they "are here to stay".
On 7 June, following a series of teasers released on various social media, the band unveiled a brand new single entitled "Glitch" along with a music video. On 8 June, the band announced that their Fall 2022 European tour with Lorna Shore and While She Sleeps would continue as scheduled with a rebrand, and new music to accompany said tour. On 6 July, the band released the second single "The Greatest Fear" and its corresponding music video. At the same time, they officially announced that their seventh studio album, Darker Still, was set for release on 9 September 2022, whilst also revealing the album cover and the track list.
Discography:
Albums
- 2005 - Killing with a Smile (Resist Records, Epitaph Records)
- 2007 - Horizons (Resist Records, Burning Heart Records, Epitaph Records)
- 2010 - Deep Blue (Resist Records, Epitah Records, Burning Heart)
- 2012 - Atlas (Resist Records, Epitah Records, Burning Heart)
- 2015 - I.R.E.
- 2018 - Reverence
- 2022 - Darker Still
Other Releases:
- 2003 - Split EP with I Killed The Prom Queen
- 2004 - Don’t Close Your Eyes EP (Resist Records)
- 2006 - Don’t Close Your Eyes (Reissue) EP (Resist Records)
- n/a - “What We’ve Built” BBHC compilation
- 2006 - Smoke ‘Em If Ya Got ‘Em (Resist Records)
- 2007 - Boneyards (Resist Records)
- 2009 - Parkway Drive: The DVD
Members:
Current:
Winston McCall - Vocals (2003–present)
Jeff Ling - Lead guitar (2003–present)
Luke "Pig" Kilpatrick - Rhythm guitar (2003–present)
Ben "Gaz" Gordon - Drums (2003–present)
Jia "Pie" O'Connor - Bass (2006–present)
Former:
Shaun "Cashy" Cash - Bass (2004–2006)
Brett "Lagg" Versteeg - Bass & backing vocals (2003–2004)
Horizons
Parkway Drive Lyrics
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Our eyes torn open
Free from the thoughts of doubt
Free from our selfish confines
our blood
Restless, ceaseless
With open arms we stand before the dawn
The sun seems to have been rising
Ever since I can recall
lending a sense of permanence
To this lying world
Your words not worth the air
Your life???s not worth its weight in flesh
To hope for something more
To dream of substance
Like a million before us
Waiting to die
Like a billion before us
Waiting to die
Masochistic
Don???t think this won???t be remembered Would be remembered
Sadistic
Perpetuation of stagnation
There is nothing as empty
As waiting to die
We spend our lives wasting as time eats us alive
The sun seems to have been falling ever since I can recall
The only sense of permanence
In this dying world
Sit back and watch as time eats us alive
Everyone who knew me(knew me)
Destined to die(die)
The marks I've left
Upon this world
Will wash away
In time
In time
And so it ends
In time
It all finds an end
In time
And so it ends
In time
We all find an end
With broken arms
And hollow eyes
I???ll wait our return
To oblivion
Embrace our last
Empty
Horizons
Embrace our last empty
Horizons x5
The lyrics to Parkway Drive's song Horizons are quite melancholic, with themes of death and the passage of time being explored. The first verse describes a liberation of sorts, where the singer feels free from doubt and selfishness. It suggests a sort of rebirth or renewal. However, despite this sense of newness, the rest of the song is tinged with a sense of dread and hopelessness. The sun "rising" and "falling" represents the cycle of life and death, and the "sense of permanence" it lends to a "lying world" indicates that even as things change, they always stay the same. The chorus continues to drive home this theme of futility, with lines like "there is nothing as empty as waiting to die" and "we spend our lives wasting as time eats us alive."
The second verse takes on a more confrontational tone, with the singer calling out those who have let him down as worthless. The repetition of "waiting to die" and the lines about "perpetuation of stagnation" suggest a sense of being stuck, of being unable to move forward. The bridge of the song is particularly haunting, with the lines "Everyone who knew me / Destined to die / The marks I've left upon this world / Will wash away in time" indicating that even our legacies are fleeting.
The final stanza of the song is particularly poignant, with the singer resigned to the fact that everything and everyone will eventually come to an end. The "broken arms and hollow eyes" suggest weariness and exhaustion, but the line "embrace our last empty horizons" indicates a sort of acceptance, a willingness to face what comes next.
Line by Line Meaning
So it begins
The start of a new journey, the beginning of a fresh perspective.
Our eyes torn open
A metaphor for seeing the world clearly for the first time, with no illusions or barriers. Being able to see clearly.
Free from the thoughts of doubt
No longer bogged down by negative thoughts or insecurities that hold us back in life. Having confidence in oneself.
Free from our selfish confines
Breaking free from the limitations we put on ourselves, being able to broaden our horizons and push beyond our current boundaries.
our blood
A symbol of the unbreakable bond between all of humanity, the shared experiences and struggles we all face.
Restless, ceaseless
A feeling of constant movement and energy, never content with simply standing still. Always striving for more and reaching for higher goals.
With open arms we stand before the dawn
Welcoming whatever the future holds with open minds and hearts, eager to take on whatever challenges may arise.
The sun seems to have been rising
A sense of timelessness and continuity, the endless cycle of days and nights that have been going on since the beginning of time.
Ever since I can recall
From as far back as my memory can reach, an acknowledgement that time is always moving forward and never stands still.
lending a sense of permanence
The only constant in life is change, so the sun rising every day can give a feeling of steadiness in an ever-changing world.
To this lying world
Referring to the dishonesty and insincerity that exists in the world, that people and society are not always truthful.
Your words not worth the air
Someone speaking hollow words, speaking just to hear themselves talk without meaning, purpose, or conviction.
Your life???s not worth its weight in flesh
Someone living a meaningless existence, without contributing to the world in a positive way, lacking in purpose or direction.
To hope for something more
Seeking something beyond oneself, a greater purpose or goal to strive for in life.
To dream of substance
To have a vision of something tangible and real that can be achieved, not just an unrealistic fantasy or pipe dream.
Like a million before us
Acknowledging the countless lives before us who have lived, struggled, and died, paving the way for future generations.
Waiting to die
Recognizing the inevitability of death, that every life must come to an end eventually, and that we should appreciate and make the most of the time we have.
Like a billion before us
Building upon the idea that life is a never-ending cycle, with endless generations of people who have come before and those who will come after.
Masochistic
Deriving pleasure or enjoyment from pain or suffering, a mindset of embracing challenges and struggles as opportunities for growth.
Don???t think this won???t be remembered Would be remembered
Implying that the actions and choices we make in life have consequences, and that they will be remembered by future generations in some way, for better or for worse.
Sadistic
Feeling pleasure from causing pain or suffering in others, a reflection of the darker aspects of human nature.
Perpetuation of stagnation
The idea that complacency or lack of forward motion can lead to stunted growth or regression, and that constantly pushing oneself to improve is essential for success and fulfillment in life.
There is nothing as empty
Life can feel meaningless and hollow when we lack direction or purpose, or focus too much on the negative aspects of life.
As waiting to die
Reiterating the idea that waiting for life to happen to us, rather than actively participating and taking control, can lead to an unfulfilling existence that feels like a waste of time.
We spend our lives wasting as time eats us alive
The relentless passing of time can feel like life is slipping away from us, and that we are not making the most of the time we have on this earth.
The only sense of permanence
Reiterating the idea that the only constant in life is change, and that everything will eventually come to an end, including ourselves and the world around us.
In this dying world
Reflecting on the transient nature of life and the world around us, and the inevitability of change and eventual decay or destruction.
Sit back and watch as time eats us alive
A feeling of helplessness or resignation, acknowledging the fleeting nature of life and the futile nature of trying to control or slow down time itself.
Everyone who knew me(knew me)
Reflecting on the impact we have on the people around us, and the memories we leave behind when we are gone.
Destined to die(die)
Acknowledging the inevitability of death, and the idea that our time on earth is finite and limited.
The marks I've left
Reflecting on the legacy or impact we leave behind in the world, through our actions and choices, and the memories we create through our relationships with others.
Upon this world
Acknowledging the larger context of our lives, and our impact on the world around us as a whole.
Will wash away
Reflecting on the impermanence of life, and the idea that all things, even the most meaningful or significant, will eventually come to an end.
In time
Emphasizing the inevitability of change and the passing of time, which can both heal and erase even the most significant memories or events.
And so it ends
Reflecting on the final moments of life, and the idea that all things, even the most significant or meaningful, must eventually come to an end.
We all find an end
Reiterating the inevitability of death, and the shared experience that connects us all as humans.
With broken arms
A metaphor for feeling powerless or helpless, struggling to achieve one's goals despite obstacles or limitations.
And hollow eyes
Reflecting on the feeling of emptiness or lack of fulfillment in life, despite outward success or achievement.
I???ll wait our return
Reflecting on the idea of cycles in life, and the possibility of a return to a previous state or situation, for better or for worse.
To oblivion
Acknowledging the finality of death, and the idea that all things, even the most significant or meaningful, will eventually fade into nothingness.
Embrace our last
Accepting the final moments of life, and embracing the experience with open arms.
Empty
Reflecting on the emptiness or insignificance of life, and the inevitability of death and decay.
Horizons
Considering the larger context of life, the infinite possibilities and potential that exist beyond our current understanding or experience.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Benjamin Michael Gordon, Jeffrey Cleve Ling, Luke Kilpatrick, Winston Thomas McCall
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kojo570
1. "Begin" 0:00
2. "The Sirens' Song" 0:49
3. "Feed Them to the Pigs" 4:00
4. "Carrion" 6:34
5. "Five Months" 9:45
6. "Boneyards" 13:50
7. "Idols and Anchors" 17:05
8. "Moments in Oblivion" 20:56
9. "Breaking Point" 22:41
10. "Dead Man's Chest" 26:19
11. "Frostbite" 29:42
12. "Horizons" 33:15
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FYFT I'm OCD.
1. Begin 0:00
2. The Sirens' Song 0:51
3. Feed Them to the Pigs 4:00
4. Carrion 6:39
5. Five Months 9:50
6. Boneyards 13:53
7. Idols and Anchors 17:07
8. Moments in Oblivion 20:56
9. Breaking Point 22:41
10. Dead Man's Chest 26:22
11. Frostbite 29:41
12. Horizons 33:17
@Dragokenath3000
Riceway Drive - Horiceons
Begin (The rice meme) 0:00 - 0:49
The Rice Song 0:50 - 3:59
Feed Rice to the Pigs 4:00 - 6:33
Cariceon 6:34 - 9:44
Five Rice 9:45 - 13:49
Riceyard" 13:50 - 17:04
Rice and Anchors 17:05 - 20:55
Moments in Rice" 20:56 - 22:40
Breaking Rice" 22:41 - 26:18
Dead Man's Rice" 26:19 - 29:41
Frostrice" 29:42 - 33:14
Horiceons 33:15 - 38:48
@rudraxhitman
Also, since this is my favorite current metalcore album, it's virtually impossible to order the songs on it from best-to-worst (when the "worst" song rates a 8.0/10 and the best a 9.6), but I will try anyways:
1. The Sirens' Song (9.6): Frenzied shred => IMMENSE groove, brilliant chorus, delicious percussive bass line and solo
2. Boneyards (9.5): Hectic beginning converges in a skull-crushing rhythm; great chorus; a SECOND breakdown; killer outro
3. Horizons (9.4): BEAUTIFUL acoustic intro; first distorted riff good, 2nd damn good, driving chug rhythm; SEXIEST outro
4. Breaking Point (9.4): WOW, from the soaring sweep-picking to the solo, chord reverb & breakdown phrases, near flawless
5. Carrion (9.1): Heard this live in concert! Amazing riffs throughout; great chorus; transition into 8:35's HEAVY is seamless
6. Five Months (8.9): OK opening riff develops into a steady chug with overlaid reverb; peaceful interlude; FANTASTIC solo
7. Idols and Anchors (8.8): AMAZING opening riffs; reverb on chorus and tapping is SICK; loses steam despite cool solo
8. Dead Man's Chest (8.6): Such a promising beginning with sick, bone-breaking riff, but fades into slight repetitiveness
9. Frostbite (8.4): Good song no doubt, but somewhat tame despite a nice double-bass, tapped middle part
10. Begin (8.4): Great opener for the album with trademark PWD riff and drumrolls; really short though
11. Moments in Oblivion (8.2): Rather unmemorable in the context of the album, individually solid though, esp. the 1st half
12. Feed Them to the Pigs (8.0): Solid start, past the intro the riffs are unspectacular, but the chord line is powerful
@4xStyle
1. Begin 0:01 2. The Sirens' Song 0:51 3. Feed Them to the Pigs 4:00 4. Carrion 6:39 5. Five Months 9:50 6. Boneyards 13:53 7. Idols and Anchors 17:07 8. Moments in Oblivion 20:56 9. Breaking Point 22:41 10. Dead Man's Chest 26:22 11. Frostbite 29:41 12. Horizons 33:17
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legend
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2023 and still one of my top albums I listen to front to back
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i feel u brother 24.05.23 this shit is pumping
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@@Sporben it's raining like hell in buenos aires and this shit is about to wreck my windows, fucking loud!!
@JanPylivan
Dude this fs is in my top 5 albums of heavy metal, and easily top 10 of all time albums in all genres imo.