Having been learned on the ways of the road, they've built an impeccable resume of bands played with and shady stolen vans left on the side of the road. It seems as though their destiny awaits them in the summer of 2005. Due to the overwhelming success of their first full length, Alveran has planned on remastering and reissuing the mosh opus- "Broken Ties, Spoken Lies" with new artwork. A
fter what seems forever Shattered Realm shall be releasing their next full length tentatively titled, In the Absence of Light, Darkness Prevails in the fall on Alveran. On this recording they will unleash a brutality and metallic proficiency unseen in their previous efforts, backed by a raw, heavier sound. At the helm of this attack is the ever present guitar work of Joe None, articulate and yet devastating, backed by the youthful Danny their dual attack leaves nothing to be desired.
Through the headaches of lineup changes and fill ins, both Chris Rage (Fury of Five), Joe Hardcore (Punishment) and Jason Bailey (Figure Four) bring to the table the final elements to bring Shattered Realm to a level unseen previously. With their focus where it belongs and a slew of new songs, it won’t be long before Shattered Realm has torn down the roof at your local venue. Expect to see them out this summer and fall in support of both their releases and the Tour Is Hell DVD late this year throughout the US, Europe, and the World.
All That Matters
Shattered Realm Lyrics
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Make you the fucking man?
When did hardcore turn into
Something you could ever throw away?
Does this seem like something
That you can take away from me?
This is all I fucking got
No one will tell me how to be
Came from nothing, and without this I would be nothing
- ALL THAT I KNOW
Where would I be / Without my friends / And this hardcore scene
- ALL I LIVE FOR
Can't thank my friends enough for showing me the way
Through the dark days when the weight of the world rested upon me
Can't think of how my life would be without hardcore
To steer from the long nights on the dead end block where life means nothing
Been through it all and there's no place I'd rather be
ALL THAT I KNOW
No matter what
They try
To say
I know why I'm here
ALL I LIVE FOR
The Shattered Realm song "All that Matters" is a passionate tribute to the hardcore music scene, as well as an indictment of those who would try to dismiss or diminish it. The opening lines criticize those who believe that tattoos and a tough-guy image are what define true masculinity or toughness, rather than the actual substance and struggle of life. The song suggests that the hardcore scene and its values are far more meaningful than surface-level posturing, and calls out those who would try to belittle or undermine its importance.
Throughout the song, the lyrics emphasize the deep bonds of friendship and solidarity that exist within the hardcore scene. The singer recognizes the role that the scene and its members have played in shaping his life and providing a sense of purpose and belonging. Despite the struggles and hardships that the singer has faced, he remains devoted to the scene and everything that it represents, reflecting the deep sense of community, passion, and resilience that is at the heart of hardcore music.
Overall, "All that Matters" is a powerful statement about the resilience and significance of the hardcore scene and the values that it represents. By acknowledging the struggles and sacrifices that it takes to maintain a devotion to the music and the community, the song reveals the depth of feeling and commitment that exists within the scene and its fans.
Line by Line Meaning
When did knuckles and tattoos
Make you the fucking man?
At what point did having visible symbols of toughness and rebellion start defining one's self-worth and masculinity?
When did hardcore turn into
Something you could ever throw away?
How did hardcore, a subculture built upon passion and dedication, become so easily disposable for those who claim to embody its values?
Does this seem like something
That you can take away from me?
Is it possible for anyone to strip me of the passion and identity I've forged through this music and lifestyle?
This is all I fucking got
No one will tell me how to be
I've invested my entire being into this music and community, and I won't let anyone dictate how I should live my life or express myself.
Came from nothing, and without this I would be nothing
- ALL THAT I KNOW
This hardcore scene has given me purpose and direction when I had none, and I owe everything I am to it.
Where would I be / Without my friends / And this hardcore scene
- ALL I LIVE FOR
My friends and this community have been my salvation during my darkest hours, and they are the reasons I wake up each day with something to fight for.
Can't thank my friends enough for showing me the way
Through the dark days when the weight of the world rested upon me
My friends have been my guiding light through periods of profound emotional turmoil and despair.
Can't think of how my life would be without hardcore
To steer from the long nights on the dead end block where life means nothing
I shudder to think of the direction my life would have taken if I hadn't stumbled upon this community, which gave me hope and a reason to continue striving for something meaningful.
Been through it all and there's no place I'd rather be
ALL THAT I KNOW
Despite the many trials and tribulations I've faced within this scene, there is nowhere else I would rather be.
No matter what
They try
To say
I know why I'm here
ALL I LIVE FOR
Regardless of the naysayers and detractors, I remain steadfast in my conviction that this subculture is the reason I'm alive, and the reason I will fight until I breathe my last breath.
Contributed by Brayden B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.