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 CBGB’s) 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 (Prong’s 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 Prong’s most successful release to date. The videos for these two songs became staples of MTV’s 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".
Entrance Of Eclipse
Prong Lyrics
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Sent into beast body to conquer ungodly grips
Transform into a pyramid a triangle of holy devour
To become diamond powerful jewel
Shining brighter and brighter
To give eye to be wise to give grace a new space
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
A furious passserby with rod and ox to steer
Overcoming earth's cursed throne next plane to provoke
The camelback patriarch seven miles to go
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
To give eye it's getting brighter and brighter
To be wise it's getting dire and dire
To give eye it's getting brighter and brighter
To be wise it's getting dire and dire
Lift uplifter lift sift great sifter sift
It's getting brighter and brighter
It's getting dire and dire well
Yeah lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
It's getting brighter and brighter to be wise
It's getting brighter and brighter to be wise
It's getting dire and dire
The lyrics of Prong's song Entrance Of Eclipse describe a transformational journey of a being sent down to conquer negative influences. The being transforms into a pyramid and becomes a powerful diamond, symbolizing strength and clarity. The lyrics speak of lifting up and extracting from the abyss, implying a struggle against darkness and chaos. The journey is described as a passage without carrying any luggage, suggesting a detachment from worldly possessions and attachments. The being overcomes the "earth's cursed throne" and provokes the next plane, indicating a progression towards a higher realm. The repetition of "it's getting brighter and brighter to be wise" and "it's getting dire and dire" implies a challenging and transformative process in achieving wisdom and enlightenment.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a spiritual journey towards strength, clarity, and wisdom, with the need to overcome negative influences and detach from worldly possessions.
Line by Line Meaning
Entering as an eclipse a fiery orb with wings
The singer begins by describing their transformation into a powerful and imposing entity, capable of conquering any obstacle that may come their way.
Sent into beast body to conquer ungodly grips
The transformation is characterized by a physical change - the singer's body becomes that of a beast, and they are now able to overcome any ungodly force around them.
Transform into a pyramid a triangle of holy devour
The transformation continues, as the singer takes on the form of a sacred pyramid or triangle, imbued with the ability to consume anything holy or divine.
To become diamond powerful jewel
The artist's transformation finally reaches its pinnacle, as they become a diamond, an unbreakable and powerful force that can withstand any challenge.
Shining brighter and brighter
Now fully transformed, the artist begins to shine even brighter, illuminating their surroundings with their newfound power and brilliance.
To give eye to be wise to give grace a new space
The singer reveals their true purpose - to enlighten others and share their wisdom, granting them a new sense of grace and a different perspective on life.
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
The singer references their ability to lift up and extract others, taking them on a journey deep into the unknown depths of the abyss.
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
As they journey deeper, the artist sifts through all obstacles and barriers, paving the way for their ultimate entrance and manifestation as the eclipse.
Just a sojourner with no luggage to heed
Despite their imposing power, the artist reminds us that they are really just a traveler passing through, carrying no material possessions or burdens with them.
A furious passserby with rod and ox to steer
The artist describes themselves as an unstoppable and unstoppable force, with nothing but a rod and ox to guide them and steer them towards their destination.
Overcoming earth's cursed throne next plane to provoke
The singer reveals their mission to challenge and overcome the earthly regimes and powers that may have cursed the world, and to usher in a new plane of existence.
The camelback patriarch seven miles to go
The journey is still far from over, and the artist likens themselves to a wise patriarch riding atop a camel, with seven more miles of journeying left to go.
It's getting brighter and brighter to be wise
The singer reminds us that wisdom is an ever-increasing light, shining brighter and brighter as it is pursued and gained.
It's getting dire and dire
However, the pursuit of wisdom is not without its challenges and dangers, and the singer acknowledges that the journey ahead may become increasingly dire and difficult.
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Love that change at the 2 min mark
Prometheus
Lyrics:
Entering as an eclipse a fiery orb with wings
Sent into beast body to conquer ungodly grips
Transform into a pyramid a triangle of holy devour
To become diamond powerful jewel
Shining brighter and brighter
To give eye to be wise to give grace a new space
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
Just a sojourner with no luggage to heed
A furious passserby with rod and ox to steer
Overcoming earth's cursed throne next plane to provoke
The camelback patriarch seven miles to go
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
To give eye it's getting brighter and brighter
To be wise it's getting dire and dire
To give eye it's getting brighter and brighter
To be wise it's getting dire and dire
Lift uplifter lift sift great sifter sift
It's getting brighter and brighter
It's getting dire and dire well
Yeah lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
Lift uplifter lift extract into the abyss
Sift great sifter sift entrance of the eclipse
It's getting brighter and brighter to be wise
It's getting brighter and brighter to be wise
It's getting dire and dire