1) Possessed with an earth shaking heaviness and alarming "no frills" punk urgency, Belgium's Rise And Fall are the next chapter of true hardcore/punk greatness.
Rise And Fall sharpened their teeth with their debut album, "Hellmouth" in 2004 (SA Mob/JTTP). "Hellmouth" showed a raw ferocity that few bands hold. Capturing the attention of many, Rise And Fall soon after found themselves on tour with Converge, The Great Deceiver, and others in Europe. After that landmark tour, Rise And Fall shed members only to evolve into a revamped, recharged musical monster. After months of grueling work with the new lineup, Rise And Fall released their "Into Oblivion" album in 2005 (Deathwish/Reflections). Recorded at CCR Studios and later mixed by Kurt Ballou (Converge) at Godcity Studios, "Into Oblivion" captured the kind of emotional darkness and white knuckle violence that few bands ever artistically achieve. "Into Oblivion" was praised by aggressive music connoisseurs worldwide, propelling Rise And Fall to the forefront of the hardcore community. The band followed the release with their "Clawing" 7"EP in 2007, a release also held in high regard by the hardcore masses.
In the last few years, Rise And Fall have been tirelessly touring the world over. Sharing stages worldwide with Converge, Integrity, Coliseum, The Hope Conspiracy, Ceremony, Have Heart, Shipwreck a.d., and many more of hardcore's elite artists. Even performing at most major hardcore and metal festivals worldwide.
Four years since the release of "Into Oblivion", Rise And Fall have now completed their circle. On October 27th, Rise And Fall will release their highly anticipated new album "Our Circle Is Vicious" on Deathwish.
Recorded at God City studios by Kurt Ballou (Converge, Disfear), "Our Circle Is Vicious" is Rise And Fall's rightful return to the throne as the kings of dark, ominous hardcore. From the opening barrage of "Soul Slayer" and "Built On Graves" the evolution of Rise And Fall is absolutely stunning. Heavier and harder than ever, it quickly becomes apparent that every aspect of their musicianship has grown leaps and bounds in recent years. Guitarist Cedric Goetgebuer balances bone shattering heaviness and unorthodox melodies unlike any other musician today. Bringing each song to post-apocalyptic life with an electrifying intensity. All of this is complimented by Bjorn Dossche's emotional vocal outpouring as it spills across the album with unforgettable realness. Rise And Fall continue this musical battery throughout, however it is when they unleash the dynamic "In Circles" and the epic closer "Knowing" that the true scope of their creative vision sinks its teeth in. Both songs utterly haunting, moving, and unpredictable in their unique twists and turns. Blurring the divisions and dismissing the limitations that exist within much of contemporary heavy music.
All in all, Rise And Fall's "Our Circle Is Vicious" is a stunning artistic achievement. One that will surely cast a shadow over the aggressive music world for many years to come.
"Deceiver" b/w "Sinking In Sin" is a limited 7"EP from Rise And Fall that hints at their future, while also honoring their H8000 past.
"Deceiver" is taken from their highly anticipated new album, "Faith", due out in early 2012. Already a staple of their live sets, "Deceiver" is an absolute ripper of a song that combines the strongest songwriting elements of their "Into Oblivion" and "Our Circle Is Vicious" albums. Frantic drumming, discordant guitars, and passionate vocal screams all build into an awe-inducing wall of sound. If "Deceiver" is any indication of what is on the horizon, Rise And Fall's "Faith" will be a serious contender for one of the best hardcore albums of 2012.
The B-Side of this 7"EP features "Sinking In Sin", Rise And Fall's tribute to Belgian Hardcore legends, Congress, and the H8000 Scene as a whole. In their interpretation of the song, Rise And Fall create a dark and textural atmosphere that compliments the powerful metallic hardcore foundation that Congress laid before them. They are even joined by former members of Congress and Liar, bringing the two generations of Belgian Hardcore together, as one vicious circle.
2) Rise and Fall is a melodic hardcore band from Japan.
Tongue Tied
Rise and Fall Lyrics
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But I hate you for what you are
And what I have become
Fire burns within your lungs
So light yourself another smoke
And recreate what we call "hope"
Make me feel like you care
Moonlight shines down on your hair
Your smile lights this sky
And all I ask is you save me your last dance...
Tick tock, we dance to the beat
The clock spins, you spin into me
Feel my hands
I'm not shaking
Tick tock, we dance to the beat
The clock spins, you spin into me
Feel my hands
I'm not shaking
Start flames to burn out
Start thinking out loud
Give me an ending
Then we'll stop pretending
If we stop pretending
We know where we're heading
Cause I said stop but I'm still spinning
They said I've lost but I'm still winning
Burn quick and stand still
Speak slow to get through
These words I couldn't say to you
I crack concrete falling down for you
Tick tock, we dance to the beat
The clock spins, you spin into me
Feel my hands
I'm not shaking
Tick tock, we dance to the beat
The clock spins, you spin into me
Feel my hands
I'm not shaking
Feel so t-t-t-tongue tied
Feel so t-t-t-tongue tied
Feel so t-t-t-tongue tied
Feel so t-t-t-tongue tied
I'm not shaking
Tick tock, we dance to the beat
The clock spins, you spin into me
Feel my hands
I'm not shaking
Tick tock, we dance to the beat
The clock spins, you spin into me
Feel my hands
I'm not shaking
The lyrics of Rise and Fall's song "Tongue Tied" portrays a relationship that has turned into a toxic cycle. The first few lines suggest that the singer is lying beside their partner's head on a car, consumed by hatred towards them as well as themselves. The phrase "What I have become" highlights the impact the relationship has had on the singer's self-image. The partner, on the other hand, is trying to find hope in the form of a smoke, leading to a temporary feeling of care from the singer. The singer goes on to admire the beauty of the partner and their smile, leading to a request to save the last dance. This is an attempt to avoid the inevitable ending of the relationship that has become a clockwork of repetition leading to no solution.
Throughout the song, the phrase "Tick tock, we dance to the beat" stands out as a metaphor for the couple's dance they perform repeatedly, leading to no solution. The singer is not shaking and is in control, but their relationship is out of control. They beg to "start flames to burn out" and "give me an ending" to escape the endless cycle of pretending. The singer is still spinning despite asking to stop, leading to a sense of being lost but also oddly triumphant, as evidenced by the phrase "They said I've lost but I'm still winning." The chorus "Feel so t-t-t-tongue tied" presents a feeling of speechlessness and a lack of communication, further adding to the toxicity of the relationship. The end verse "I'm not shaking" is a statement of rebellion, perhaps leading the singer to break the cycle of toxicity by being in control of their emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
You're head lays down upon this car
You're resting your head on the car, but I despise you for who you are
But I hate you for what you are
I loathe you because of your true nature
And what I have become
The person I've turned into because of you
Fire burns within your lungs
The passion inside of you is strong
So light yourself another smoke
Take a drag and feel the rush you get from it
And recreate what we call "hope"
Make believe in a future where anything is possible
Make me feel like you care
Give me the illusion that you actually give a damn
Moonlight shines down on your hair
The gentle light illuminating your hair looks beautiful
And did I let you know how beautiful you look tonight
Have I told you how amazing you appear at this moment?
Your smile lights this sky
The light in your smile is brightening up the night sky
And all I ask is you save me your last dance...
All I want is for you to dance with me for the last time
Start flames to burn out
Ignite a fire to extinguish our feelings
Start thinking out loud
Express your thoughts, let me know what you are thinking
Give me an ending
Provide a resolution to our relationship
Then we'll stop pretending
After we settle things, we can stop pretending
If we stop pretending
Once we end our charade
We know where we're heading
We will have a clear understanding of where we're going from here
Cause I said stop but I'm still spinning
I told myself to stop, but I'm still going round and round
They said I've lost but I'm still winning
Others claim that I'm defeated, but I feel like I'm succeeding
Burn quick and stand still
Explode with passion but stay composed
Speak slow to get through
Talk slowly to ensure you comprehend what I'm saying
These words I couldn't say to you
The words that I struggled to articulate to you
I crack concrete falling down for you
I'm willing to crumble and fall for you
Feel so t-t-t-tongue tied
I feel extremely nervous and unable to speak properly
I'm not shaking
Despite my anxiety, I'm trying to remain calm and composed
Tick tock, we dance to the beat
We move our bodies in accordance with the rhythm
The clock spins, you spin into me
As time passes, we draw closer to one another
Feel my hands
Touch my hands
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