Prong was founded in 1986 by singer/guitarist Tommy Victor (then a soundman at New York City's renowned CBGB's). With bassist Mike Kirkland (formely of NYHC band Damage and doorman at CBGBās) and ex-Swans drummer Ted Parsons, Prong released two independent CDs that were noted for their brutal hardcore sound.
Epic Records saw the band's potential and signed them in 1989. Prong's major label debut album Beg to Differ, was released in 1990.
In the following year, Kirkland left the band and was replaced by Ex-Flotsam and Jetsam bassist Troy Gregory. Prong issued their fourth release Prove You Wrong which saw the band experiment with programming and electronic samples while still retaining an aggressive yet melodic sensibility.
By 1994, Troy Gregory was out of the band and was replaced by Paul Raven (bassist) and John Bechdel (keyboard), both from Killing Joke and Murder, Inc. The new line up released Cleansing (Prongās 5th major release). With a strong industrial sound that still managed to be hard and heavy, Cleansing contained songs that are still considered Prong classics ("Broken Peace" and "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck") and is Prongās most successful release to date. The videos for these two songs became staples of MTVās legendary Headbangers Ball.
Prong's sixth album Rude Awakening was released in 1996. The album was not as successful as the last three albums. Shortly thereafter Parsons left the band to join Godflesh. Tommy Victor left New York and moved to Los Angeles. As the band Prong sat idle, Tommy Victor worked with legends of the rock world, including Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, celldweller and Glenn Danzig.
In 2002, Victor re-formed Prong with bassist Brian Perry, drummer Dan Laudo and guitarist Monte Pittman (Madonna). In 2002, after a 42-show American tour that was recorded for a live CD (100% Live, Locomotive Music) Prong entered the studio and recorded a new CD titled Scorpio Rising which was received with mixed responses.
Victor played on and off again with Glen Danzig from 1998 -2005 in between time with Prong. His final goal of playing and writing on a Danzig record was met with Circle of Snakes in 2004.
Prong released a live 2-disc DVD in 2005 entitled "The Vault" which features performances from the Hulstsfred and With Full Force festivals and a full show in Amsterdam. This disc has Mike Longworth on bass as well, who later replaced Perry. As a result of the drum performance on Scorpio Rising , band members Tommy Victor and Monte Pittman decided a change needed to be made. This resulted in the firing of Dan Laudo and the enlistment Aaron Rossi, who used to be in the bands Strife (Victory Records), Shelter (Century Media Records), John 5 (Shrapnel Records), and Ankla (Bieler Bros. Records)
Victor and Raven joined Ministry in 2005 to write and tour in support of their album Rio Grande Blood (2006). They were nominated for a Grammy in 2007 for the song Senior Peligro in the "Best Metal Performance" category. The two also appear on Ministry's follow up album The Last Sucker (2007), although in a more limited capacity.
On June 4th, 2007, Prong posted a MySpace bulletin stating that they were recording in El Paso, Texas. The band left Locomotive Music, and were signed to Al Jourgensen's 13th Planet Records, who released their latest album Power of the Damager on October 2, 2007.
The band embarked on the "Slicing Across America" and "Slicing Across Europe" tours supporting Power of the Damager in 2007 and early 2008. Joining Tommy Victor in the current live membership of the band is bassist Monte Pittman and drummer Aaron Rossi.
Paul Raven died of an apparent heart attack in his sleep on October 20, 2007 at the age of 46. He was recording with French recording artists Treponem Pal on their new album with Ted Parsons at the time of his death.
Aaron Rossi was joining Ministry as their new drummer on the "C U LaTour" which started in March 2008.
In February 2008, Headbanger's Ball premiered the video "Power Of The Damager".
Blood Out Of Stone
Prong Lyrics
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I do perceive that I am not to blame
All of the remnants that are left inside
Fully function to my own demise
Call me, say I am manic
Installing the erratic
Starving of my inprovement
Stalling of any new movement
Ignoring
There's no solution
Don't call me so enigmatic
Ignore me
I won't have it
Tension is what has been building
Tension is what I've been feeling
Intervention
Don't know what is needed
Don't know what will stop the bleeding
Attention
Is that worth pursuing?
Apprehension
What am I achieving?
Don't know what will start the healing
The lyrics of Prong's song "Blood Out Of Stone" convey a sense of frustration, self-awareness, and desperation. The first verse illustrates a belief that things will not change and a perception that the singer is not responsible for the current state of affairs. The remnants that are left inside refer to unresolved emotions or issues that contribute to the singer's self-destructive tendencies.
The lyrics suggest a plea for help or understanding as the singer is labeled as manic and erratic. Their improvement is restricted, and any new progress is halted. They implore someone to dissolve their problems, but there seems to be no solution in sight. The mention of being enigmatic and the refusal to be ignored highlights a struggle for recognition and validation in their pain.
The second verse introduces the concept of tension, which has been building up inside the singer. This tension is described as a feeling that they have been experiencing. They acknowledge the need for intervention, but are unsure of what is required or what will stop the emotional bleeding. The ambiguous pursuit of attention and apprehension about what they are achieving further emphasize their uncertainty and confusion.
The lyrics end with a plea for healing, as the singer recognizes the lack of knowledge on how to initiate the process. There is an underlying sense of hopelessness and an ongoing search for answers or resolution. The repetition of not knowing what will start the healing suggests a longing for guidance and a desire to break free from their current state of turmoil.
Overall, "Blood Out Of Stone" explores themes of frustration, self-awareness of one's destructive tendencies, and the desperate need for understanding and healing. It delves into the complexities of emotions and the struggles faced by the singer as they grapple with unresolved issues and the search for a way out.
Line by Line Meaning
I do believe that it will not change
I firmly hold the belief that the situation will remain the same and not improve
I do perceive that I am not to blame
I understand that I am not responsible for the current state of affairs
All of the remnants that are left inside
There are traces of past experiences and emotions still lingering within me
Fully function to my own demise
These remnants contribute completely to my own downfall
Call me, say I am manic
Reach out to me, label me as manic or excessively energetic
Installing the erratic
Imposing the unpredictable and unstable nature upon me
Starving of my improvement
Depriving me of the opportunity to progress and grow
Stalling of any new movement
Halting any potential forward motion or advancement
Implore me to dissolution
Urging me to dissolve or disappear
Ignoring
Disregarding my existence or needs
There's no solution
There is no resolution or remedy
Don't call me so enigmatic
Do not describe or portray me as mysterious or puzzling
Ignore me
Choose to overlook or disregard me
I won't have it
I will not tolerate or accept such treatment
Tension is what has been building
The mounting pressure and strain have been intensifying
Tension is what I've been feeling
I have been experiencing this escalating tension
Intervention
A necessary action or step to address the situation
Don't know what is needed
I am unsure about what exactly is required
Don't know what will stop the bleeding
I am uncertain about what measures will halt the emotional pain or damage
Attention
Consideration and focus on the matter at hand
Is that worth pursuing?
Is investing effort and resources in this pursuit justified?
Apprehension
Unease or anxiety regarding the outcome
What am I achieving?
What am I actually accomplishing or attaining?
Don't know what will start the healing
I am unaware of what will initiate the process of emotional healing
Lyrics Ā© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Chistopher Michael Collier, Erie Loch, Thomas Michael Victor
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Noneya Business
Some of these lyrics hit really close for me. I dig this song! And I dig Zero Days!
Ynffy
Indeed, I was running and this track came on. I have never really cared for it before but the lyrics told my story and it was pretty emotional.
King Thorgrim
This just goes to show you how great Prong's range really is, they can either go really heavy or really melodic if they want to, and of course the lyrics are always deep and meaningful.
Justin Emrick
This song is completely relatable to my life as of late, touches me deeply.
TrephineArtist
A nice change of pace, people moaning that it's not Prong, well yes it is, do you know 'Not of this Earth' (masterpiece!) or just Snap your fingers? I personally don't want to listen to an album with a dozen tracks that all sound the same. Well done Tommy, keeping it fresh after all these years.
16dbuse
Exactly!!!! The guy is a machine, who the fuck am into tell him it's not Prong, because it's all Prong.
Adam Goldsmith
What ever they do sounds great! š¤š¤š¤š¤ā¤ļøš¼
nacho gomez
Nice sound !!!ā„ļø
Johngottisentme
Love it.
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dejan balažic
...happy birthday TOMMY...the best song from Zero Days...love it...