Doubtlessly the band’s hardest hitting effort to date, 'Based On A True Story' easily meets the high quality of its predecessor and offers tons of soon-to-be-classic hardcore hymns like 'Dominated', 'Long As She’s Standing', 'The Divide' and 'Lowest Common Denominator. It features the most catchy and powerful material the band has ever written. It’s astonishing to see the band still boiling with rage at a world gone wrong and successfully transforming this natural and honest aggressiveness into hardcore hits. Two decades of experience as skilful songwriters, endless touring, plus an undying hardcore spirit make SICK OF IT ALL anno 2010 sound stronger and more determined than ever. 'Based On A True Story' is undeniable proof that the quartet is simply unstoppable and unrivalled within the hardcore scene in terms of quality and sheer impact.
Formed during 1986 in Queens, the band released their first self-titled EP on Revelation Records and began to accumulate a strong local following by playing famous clubs like CBGBs ('A Month Of Sundays' actually pays tribute to these glorious days at this legendary venue). Soon after, the band released their first full-length record 'Blood Sweat And No Tears' on In-Effect Records. Often revolving around politics, social injustices and life on the streets of New York, the band wore their heart on their sleeve and made no apologies, often including threads of positivity. When their second album 'Just Look Around' was released in 1992, it was a benchmark for the band and the New York hardcore scene, and kicked off their globe-trotting expansion with tours in Europe, South America and Japan. They released their breakthrough album 'Scratch The Surface' in 1994 on Atlantic, followed by the seminal album 'Built To Last' in 1997. After releasing three albums on Fat Wreck Chords, as well as a live album and a collection of rarities, the band took on the challenge to push themselves further. 'Death To Tyrants' was the band’s first cooperation with Century Media and was mixed by renowned metal producer Tue Madsen (The Haunted, Heaven Shall Burn, Dark Tranquillity,) adding a refreshingly heavy edge to the band’s trademark NYHC sound. 'Death To Tyrants' was extremely well received by media and fans alike and followed up with three years of relentless touring.
The new album was also recorded with Tue Madsen, this time at Starstruck Studios in Copenhagen in Copenhagen, Denmark, resulting in a massive metallic heaviness which increases the punch and drive of the new opus. Craig Ahead (bass) comments: “The end result of our three and a half weeks in the studio is something that we are all very proud of. An album that is pure SICK OF IT ALL and will stand up against any of our previous work and I believe raises the bar to a new standard. I hope you enjoy our offerings. We look forward to its release so we can again stomp the world. See you on tour!“ To walk the talk, the band plays a European tour with Dropkick Murphys in January/February 2010, followed by a UK run with AFI in April. More festival shows and touring activities are in the works.
'Based On A True Story' is another sonic statement that SICK OF IT ALL are an institution of hardcore. Their longevity and conviction has kept the band’s reputation untarnished and legendary. As Metal Hammer (UK) puts it: “SICK OF IT ALL – despite their ever-increasing age and fierce competition – are still the finest spokesmen for hardcore’s social conscience and values”, and this new release will allow them to maintain this leading position for many years to come!
Disco Sucks Fuck Everything
Sick of It All Lyrics
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Overlooked for the overrated
But we wont hear that talk
Frustration, frustration is all we get
You might think we're finished
We haven't started yet.
Because there's more far more to know
Because our voices must say more
Because these words come from the soul.
This is not a mission
This is not a fucking game.
A burning desire from deep inside
The will, the drive, to keep pushing on.
No matter what may come
No matter what may come.
Hollow trends
Shallow lives
They drag you down.
They try to drag you down
They'll drag you down.
For every hurdle cleared, two takes it's place.
For every level reached, they raise the stakes.
What is our inspiration, what is our drive
To chose our destiny and be in control of our lives.
This is not an image, This is our lives.
This is our inspiration, this is our lives
This is not an image, This is our lives.
This is our inspiration, this is our lives
The song "Disco Sucks Fuck Everything" by Sick of It All captures the frustration of being overlooked for the overrated and the desire to keep pushing on despite the hurdles. The lyrics speak to the band's determination to make their voices heard and to pave their own path in life. The repetition of the phrase "this is our lives" emphasizes the importance of living authentically rather than conforming to hollow trends and shallow lives that drag one down.
The song is a call to action for listeners to take control of their own lives and not let societal pressures or expectations hold them back. The lyrics challenge the idea that success can only be achieved by following a certain path and encourage listeners to choose their own destiny.
The line "for every hurdle cleared, two takes its place" speaks to the never-ending challenges that come with pursuing one's dreams. However, the band remains determined to keep pushing through and being in control of their own lives.
Overall, the song is a powerful anthem for authenticity and determination, urging listeners to pursue their dreams and live their lives on their own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
What's the point of going on
Why bother continuing if we keep getting overlooked for mediocre and overrated things
Overlooked for the overrated
We don't get the recognition we deserve, while others get applauded for being subpar
But we wont hear that talk
We won't listen to negativity or let others bring us down
Frustration, frustration is all we get
All we feel is disappointment and irritation
You might think we're finished
People may believe we're done fighting for what we believe in
We haven't started yet.
But in reality, we're just getting started and have a long way to go
Because there's more far more to know
We have much more to learn and uncover
Because our voices must say more
Our message and voice need to be heard by more people
Because these words come from the soul.
Our words and beliefs come from a deep, personal place within us
This is not a mission
We're not on a simple quest or task
This is not a fucking game.
This is a serious matter that requires our dedication and full effort
A burning desire from deep inside
We have a strong and passionate drive that comes from within us
The will, the drive, to keep pushing on.
We have the determination and energy to keep persevering no matter what challenges come our way
No matter what may come
Regardless of what obstacles or difficulties may arise
Hollow trends
Fads and popular trends that lack substance or meaning
Shallow lives
People who only focus on superficial things and lack depth in their thinking and actions
They drag you down.
These things bring people down and hinder their potential for greatness
They try to drag you down
These trends and lifestyles attempt to impede people from reaching their goals and being their best selves
They'll drag you down.
Their negative influence will weigh you down and hold you back
For every hurdle cleared, two takes it's place.
As soon as we overcome one obstacle, there will always be more challenges to face
For every level reached, they raise the stakes.
As we progress and reach new heights, the standards and expectations become even higher
What is our inspiration, what is our drive
We need to understand what motivates us and keeps us moving forward
To chose our destiny and be in control of our lives.
We have the power to decide our own path and take charge of our futures
This is not an image, This is our lives.
Our mission is not just about an outward appearance or facade, it's about our actual existence and how we live it
This is our inspiration, this is our lives
Our purpose and drive stem from our personal experiences and aspirations
This is not an image, This is our lives.
Who we are and what we do is not based on shallow appearances or trends, it's about our true selves and passions
This is our inspiration, this is our lives
Our innermost inspirations and goals guide us towards living our best lives
Contributed by Elizabeth L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.