History
Formation and Lineup Changes (2005 - 2009)
Periphery was formed by guitarist Misha Mansoor in 2005. He slowly gained a reputation on the Internet, primarily via a regularly-updated Soundclick account, Meshuggah and John Petrucci forums, and the sevenstring.org message boards. Before and during Periphery's tenure in the metal scene, Mansoor developed a reputation for doing his own audio production, the majority of which was performed with a home computer and a Pod XT during this period. Mansoor has continued to update his personal project, Bulb, which preceded Periphery, often transferring songs between the two projects. Mansoor continues to be involved in a number of other musical projects.
Between 2005 and 2009, Periphery worked with vocalists Jake Veredika, Casey Sabol and Chris Barretto, gradually moving from a nu metal-influenced sound to a more experimental style, with a focus on innovative production. In 2009, the band announced via their MySpace blog that they had signed a one record deal with Sumerian Records, on which they would release their debut full-length album.
Periphery has toured extensively since 2008, supporting artists including DevilDriver, Emmure, Veil of Maya, Animals as Leaders, God Forbid, The Dillinger Escape Plan and Fear Factory.
Spencer Sotelo and Self-titled Debut (2010 onward)
In January 2010, Sumerian and Periphery set the release of the band's self-titled debut album to April 20, 2010, set to be distributed by Sumerian Records in the United States, Distort Records in Canada and Roadrunner Records in Australia and the rest of the world. On January 20, 2010, amid swirling speculation that they had changed vocalists again, Periphery uploaded an album sampler featuring vocals by Spencer Sotelo, who was later announced to be Periphery's new vocalist. The band later clarified via their MySpace blog that the split with Barretto had not been acrimonious. Barretto continues to sing in metal band Haunted Shores, a project composed of Mansoor and Mark Holcomb. On April 8, 2010, Periphery posted a new track, "Insomnia" on their Myspace page, as well as announced a tour of Australia in support of The Dillinger Escape Plan.
Periphery (2010)
Periphery released their self-titled debut album, Periphery, through Sumerian Records on April 20th, 2010. It debuted at #128 on the Billboard Top 200[1], as well as #2 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart
Band members
Current
* Misha "Bulb" Mansoor — guitars, programming, producer (2005–Present)
* Jake Bowen — guitars, programming (2005–Present)
* Mark Holcomb — guitars (2011–Present)
* Spencer Sotelo — lead vocals (2010–Present)
* Matt Halpern — drums, percussion (2009–Present)
Former
* Tom Murphy — bass, backing vocals (2005–2011)
* Alex Bois — guitars, backing vocals (2005–2011)
* Chris Barretto — vocals (2008–2010)
* Travis Orbin — drums (2005–2009)
* Casey Sabol — vocals (2007–2008)
* Jake Veredika - vocals (2005–2007)
* Nolly Getgood — bass, (2012–2017)
Jake & Bulb also perform electronic ambient music in their project, Four Seconds Ago.
Light
Periphery Lyrics
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The absence of love
Behold what's blinding you
Serpent or dove
Between uncertainties
Tethered wings and captive dreams aren't worth the suffering
Open your eyes
Deny the very thing that you've accepted this life is about
Listen to my words
Defy devotion
Sick from the fall behind the wall
So I demand of you, stand up and see
Before they saw what I was becoming
Before it kept me form reaching
The light
Can't seem to understand it
Can't seem to know
Listen to the vacant soul
The child has lost his way
Tension
Suffering the hole
Something against me
I won't try
Never again
I will not remember
Between the lines I sing with doubt
Behind this will fall
Lost in night and day
Breathing for me
Listen to the way I enter the world
In time this lie will become me
The things I've done to forget my dying senses
Weary from this act alone
In vein six days away
Return from the fall
Just find a ray of light to help me ascend
That is the only way
"Light" by Periphery is a song that explores the theme of internal struggles and the need to embrace love and devotion in order to escape feelings of hopelessness and suffering. The opening lines, "In sunshine's view, The absence of love, Behold what's blinding you, Serpent or dove" set the stage for a contrast between light and darkness, love and hate, and truth and lies. The singer of the song is struggling to find meaning in life and is haunted by the fear that they will never be able to find the light.
The chorus of "Light" encourages the listener to open their eyes and embrace devotion, even though it may be hard. The line "Listen to my words, Defy devotion, sick from the fall behind the wall, so I demand of you, stand up and see" is a call to action, urging the listener to take control of their life and to see the light that is shining even in the darkest moments.
The verses of the song reveal the internal turmoil of the singer. They are lost in a world of uncertainty and doubt, desperately trying to find their way back to the light. The lines "The child has lost his way, tension, suffering the hole, something against me, I won't try, never again, I will not remember" capture the struggle and pain they feel.
Overall, "Light" is a powerful and emotional song that explores the complexities of the human experience. It encourages listeners to embrace devotion and love, even in the face of darkness and uncertainty, and to hold onto the hope that is shining within them.
Line by Line Meaning
In sunshine's view
Looking at life through a positive and optimistic lens
The absence of love
The feeling of being incomplete and unfulfilled without love
Behold what's blinding you
Take a moment to reflect and recognize what is blocking your progress and success
Serpent or dove
Struggling to differentiate between good and bad influences in life
Between uncertainties
Feeling lost and unsure about the future
Tethered wings and captive dreams aren't worth the suffering
Being held back from achieving one's goals is a painful experience not worth enduring
Open your eyes
Wake up and realize what's happening around you
Devotion deprived
Feeling disconnected and distant from something once held dear
Deny the very thing that you've accepted this life is about
Realizing that what one thought was important in life may actually be detrimental or unfulfilling
Listen to my words
Take heed of the advice being given
Defy devotion
Rebel against what is expected or traditionally valued
Sick from the fall behind the wall
Feeling ill or tired from the act of hiding behind a facade or wall
So I demand of you, stand up and see
Urging the listener to take action and face their problems head-on
Before they saw what I was becoming
Reflecting on the past and feeling like others held negative opinions about one's actions or behavior
Before it kept me from reaching
The judgment and criticism of others hindered one's progress or success
The light
A symbol of hope, positivity or clarity
Can't seem to understand it
Feeling confused and unable to grasp the concept of positivity or hope
Can't seem to know
Feeling uncertain or doubtful about what the future may hold
Listen to the vacant soul
Pay attention to one's inner self, which may have become empty or lost
The child has lost his way
Feeling lost and unsure, like a child who has wandered off course
Tension
Stress or anxiety caused by difficult circumstances
Suffering the hole
Experiencing pain or hardship that feels like a deep, empty hole within oneself
Something against me
Feeling like something or someone is working against one's success or happiness
I won't try
Giving up on one's goals or dreams
Never again
A vow to not repeat past mistakes or failures
I will not remember
Choosing to forget the past and move forward
Between the lines I sing with doubt
Even when one appears confident on the surface, there may be underlying doubts and fears
Behind this will fall
The hidden truth will eventually be revealed
Lost in night and day
Feeling disoriented and uncertain, no matter the time of day or situation
Breathing for me
Feeling like life is a struggle, where even breathing becomes a burden
Listen to the way I enter the world
Finding one's own path or unique identity amidst the chaos of the world
In time this lie will become me
Conforming to false beliefs or behaviors can change one's identity over time
The things I've done to forget my dying senses
Engaging in unhealthy behaviors or making poor choices to avoid facing reality
Weary from this act alone
Feeling exhausted from carrying the burden of one's own mistakes and bad decisions
In vain six days away
Wasted time that can never be recovered
Return from the fall
Finding the strength to rise again after hitting rock bottom
Just find a ray of light to help me ascend
Finding hope or positivity to help one climb out of a difficult situation
That is the only way
Positive change can only happen if one actively seeks it out
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ALEXANDER BOIS, CASEY SABOL, JAKE BOWEN, MATTHEW HALPERN, MISHA MANSOOR, SPENCER SOTELO, THOMAS MURPHY
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Lyrics::
In sunshine's view
The absence of love
Behold what's blinding you
Serpent or dove
Between uncertainties
Tethered wings and captive dreams aren't worth the suffering
Open your eyes
Devotion deprived
Deny the very thing that you've accepted this life is about
Listen to my words
Defy devotion
Sick from the fall behind the wall
So I demand of you, stand up and see
Before they saw what I was becoming
Before it kept me from reaching
The light
Can't seem to understand it
Can't seem to know
Listen to the vacant soul
The child has lost his way
Tension
Suffering the hole
Something against me
I won't try
Never again
I will not remember
Between the lines I sing with doubt
Behind this will fall
Lost in night and day
Breathing for me
Listen to the way I enter the world
In time this lie will become me
The things I've done to forget my dying senses
Weary from this act alone
In vein six days away
Return from the fall
Just find a ray of light to help me ascend
That is the only way
¤periphery &d3athnote, is just 🤌¤
@blodiapunch5943
To me, this is still their best album, and their most iconic song.
@protestmyhero5613
This is probably my favourite from their first album, there’s not a single bit of the song I don’t like, whereas with the others there are always bits I’m like “nah”. I do however really like unofficial releases they did that coupled onto this, like Passenger, Frak The Gods, New Groove, also Captain On is a fantastic track as well
@Skhal
Can't agree more !
@21Cayque12
Honestly think they got way better after II and are at their best right now
@29subhra
Agreed this is their best album
@lucaspontes4147
@ProtestMyHero their best album, hands down
@KingLightDividing
I used to be obsessed with this when it first came out. A lot of my friends thought it was trash and "ripped off Meshuggah." Twelve years or so later and every time I break into again it hits fresh. Such ingenuity. A real inspiration.
@donaldduck9217
2:13 listen to this vegan soul, a child has lost his weight
@DantevKratos
Lmao.
@bigdoots
lool perfect