Through the years, the band went through many line-up changes, with Ben and John being the only constant members since the band's inception. Screeching Weasel officially broke up for (roughly) the third - and allegedly final - time on July 6, 2001.
The band did a few surprise shows between 2001-2009.
Ben Weasel reformed the group in March 2009 with a new line-up, and without John Jughead. Ben had released solo albums that were the same just in his name. John finally settled for T-Shirt money for being an original member of the band and a royalties for a handful songs he co-wrote, and let Ben play as Screeching Weasel with the hundreds of song lyrics and music has written.
Former Members include renowned punk rock record producer Mass Giorgini on bass guitar, Dan Panic (born Dan Sullivan) on drums, and Danny Vapid (born Dan Schafer,on guitar or bass, depending on the band's necessity. Dan is currently fronting The Methadones and formerly of Sludgeworth)
Members of Screeching Weasel have gone on to form bands such as: The Methadones, The Mopes, Even in Blackouts, and Sweet Black And Blue.
Screeching Weasel has also included members of Green Day, Sludgeworth, Common Rider, Squirtgun, and Teen Idols.
During one of the band's many break-ups, Weasel and Vapid also formed the Riverdales. Additionally, Ben Weasel released a solo record in 2002 entitled Fidatevi.
In 2004 Ben Weasel rescinded all of the Screeching Weasel and Riverdales masters from Lookout! Records in the wake of long-running financial and personal conflicts. The masters were subsequently licensed to and reissued by Asian Man Records.
On December 7, 2010, it was announced that Screeching Weasel will release a new album on March 15, 2011, the band's first album in eleven years. The album will be titled First World Manifesto and will be released on Fat Wreck Chords. It will contain 14 new songs and is produced by Mike Kennerty of The All-American Rejects. It was announced that the label will also be releasing the back catalogs of Screeching Weasel, the Riverdales, and Ben Weasel.
On March 18, 2011, during Screeching Weasel's South by Southwest Festival performance at the Scoot Inn in Austin, Texas, Foster reached from the stage and slapped a female audience member who had spit on him several times. This sent off a fire storm web frenzy from all of the self -righteous non Screeching Weasel fans. Ben apologized for his actions, but all of the perfect people who never loose there cool were not satisfied.
Ben and his hired band had a falling out. He found out who his true friends and fans were. After over a year of spending time with his family and raising a new baby, he released Carnival of Schadenfreude EP in 2011 with huge interest and has resumed his music career again full swing.
Holy Hardcore
Screeching Weasel Lyrics
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Knocking our religious life
Live by Crass, die by the sword
We're punk rock servants of the lord
You say that all you want is peace
The Bible preaches anarchy
You say that God does not exist
You stupid punker - look at the mess you're in
Moshin to the harcore hymns
The altar boys are in the pit
The deacon's skankin in the pews
I got a bible and I don't need you
Our hair is spiked we're on our knees
Combat boots upon our feet
Open bible, turn the page
The Reverend Spike is dicing off the stage
"Holy Hardcore" by Screeching Weasel is a satirical, sarcastic take on the intersectionality of punk rock culture and religion. The song's lyrics, delivered in a fast and abrasive manner, mock the idea of religious or spiritual devotion, and instead suggest that punks serve a different kind of "lord" - their music. The opening line "Holy hardcore Jesus Christ" juxtaposes the blasphemy of combining a punk music genre with religious beliefs to create a holy alliance. The song seems to suggest that the punk subculture is, in a way, replacing the traditional religious framework with its own hardcore music.
However, the chorus ("It's holy hardcore!!! Moshin to the harcore hymns") borrows from religious language, using the word "holy" to describe the experience of being at a punk rock show. The song also mocks religious hypocrisy through lines aimed at punks who claim to want peace but ignore the anarchist messages in the Bible, as well as punks who deny the existence of God.
Furthermore, the lyrics create images of a chaotic and frenzied congregation, where altar boys are in the pit, and even the deacon is skanking in the pews. Through the violent imagery and religious puns, "Holy Hardcore" presents a unique take on how punk rock can be seen as a religious or spiritual calling.
Line by Line Meaning
Holy harcore jesus christ
We are hardcore Christians who are devoted to Jesus Christ.
Knocking our religious life
We are challenging the commonly accepted beliefs and practices of religion.
Live by Crass, die by the sword
We live according to the punk rock band Crass's philosophy and we are willing to fight for what we believe in.
We're punk rock servants of the lord
We are Christians who express our faith through the punk rock genre.
You say that all you want is peace
You claim to desire peace, but the Bible actually advocates for anarchy.
The Bible preaches anarchy
The Bible teaches that people should not be subject to oppressive governing systems.
You say that God does not exist
You, as a punk rocker, do not believe in God, which has led you to a state of chaos.
You stupid punker - look at the mess you're in
We believe that your understanding of the world has led you to a negative and destructive lifestyle.
It's holy harcore!!!
The combination of our faith and our musical style creates a unique and powerful experience.
Moshin to the harcore hymns
We are passionately dancing to our music, which reflects our deeply held values.
The altar boys are in the pit
Even traditionally religious individuals are drawn to our punk rock interpretation of Christianity.
The deacon's skankin in the pews
Even people with religious authority are able to let loose and enjoy our music and message.
I got a bible and I don't need you
We have our own interpretations of the Bible and do not let religious leaders dictate our beliefs.
Our hair is spiked we're on our knees
We embody both the punk rock aesthetic and the humble posture of prayer.
Combat boots upon our feet
Our appearance and style communicate our defiance against oppressive systems.
Open bible, turn the page
We are actively seeking knowledge and understanding through the scriptures.
The Reverend Spike is dicing off the stage
Our leader, Reverend Spike, is using his platform to further spread our message and inspire others.
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darth genocidious
i always found this song funny. "you that all you want is peace, the bible preaches anarchy" so true!
Deadly Sniper
Sick solo
Domen Gašperin II
Pink Panther.