Began in February of 1996, rising from the ashes of a previous band, Basic Enigma (which included future Spineshank members Jonny Santos on vocals, Mike Sarkisyan on guitars, and Tom Decker on drums). Basic Enigma broke up but soon reformed with a different sound and moniker, and a new bassist (Robert Garcia).
The band soon befriended Fear Factory guitarist Dino Cazares, who upon hearing their demo, offered the new band to open a show for F.F. at the Whiskey A-Go-Go in Los Angeles. This led to other coveted opening slots (with such popular acts as Coal Chamber, Snot, Soulfly, Sepultura and Danzig, among others), and label interest, with Roadrunner eventually signing the band. Their debut, Strictly Diesel, was released in September of 1998, and featured yet another tie-in with their favorite band, Fear Factory vocalist Burton C. Bell sings on the track Stain. The Height of Callousness followed two years later. Two singles were released off of this album (as well as became available in video form); Synthetic & New Disease. The band would hold a second stage slot on Ozzfest 2001 for the majority of that summer as well as touring with the likes of Disturbed, (Hed) P.E., Orgy& Mudvayne.
2003 saw the release of the much anticipated Self Destructive Pattern, as well as the single Smothered.
After the departure of Jonny Santos in 2004, the remaining members searched for a new vocalist and stated earlier in 2005 they have been working with a new vocalist. No name was given and no other news has been reported since then. Jonny Santos has since re-emerged in a new band dubbed Silent Civilian.
After a very long wait, Spineshank updated their official website (11/7/2005) with news that the band had found a new vocalist in Brandon Espinoza and that they had been working together for a month and had recorded 5 songs during this time. The band goes on to say that their new music is: "still heavy and dynamic with melody, but its a little darker and more raw. Our sound is a little different from what a lot of bands are doing these days and we wont be jumping on any bandwagons to fit in, we're just writing what feels right to us. So far there are no loops or electronics, and no plan to use them any time soon." It also went on to say that the future of the band was very much in doubt, unless they found the ideal replacement for Jonny Santos.
Almost 3 years later, on September 18, 2008, the band issued a press release from their myspace page, stating that the issues that led to the break up have been put behind them and they are working together better than they have before. The band has completed 5 songs since reuniting and plan to write 15 more before recording their new album. One of the new songs, "Born Conform Repent" can be heard at the band's myspace page.
Spineshank's long-awaited fourth studio album "Anger Denial Acceptance" is set to be released June 19, 2012 through Century Media.
After years of silence, The band's Facebook page responded to a post on July 26, 2017 when a fan had asked about Spineshank's status, simply stating "Sorry, Spineshank is broken up. Thanks for the support over the years."
28
Spineshank Lyrics
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Why did you do this, consolidate my fear
Face down save face
Growing out of my face, what it represents I need
Why did you do this, consolidate my fears
It's depraved
Grows inside of me
And it suffocates
Don't wish, it won't help
Face down save face
It's all inside of me
It's depraved
Grows inside of me
And it suffocates
Face down save face
The lyrics to Spineshank's "28" have a powerful and emotional message about the suffocating effects of fear and depravity on oneself. In the first verse, the singer seems to be addressing someone who has caused them to feel afraid and insecure, saying that they need to recognize the impact of their actions. The second verse suggests that this fear has taken root inside the singer and is growing, becoming a part of their identity in a way that is depraved and suffocating. The repetition of "face down save face" throughout the song may imply a sense of shame or the need to hide one's true emotions in order to save face.
The overall mood of the lyrics is one of desperation and despair, with the singer seeming to be trapped in a cycle of fear and self-doubt. However, there is also a sense of resilience and determination, as they refuse to give in to wishing for a way out and instead try to confront and face their fears head-on.
Overall, "28" is a powerful and haunting reflection on the impact of fear on the human psyche, and it is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever struggled with their own fears and insecurities.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you realize that it has to be
Why are you not understanding that it's necessary?
Why did you do this, consolidate my fear
Why did you intentionally make my fear worse?
Face down save face
Hide your true emotions or situation to protect yourself from criticism or punishment.
Growing out of my face, what it represents I need
What's growing on my face is important to me and I need it for my identity.
It's all inside of me
All my emotions and thoughts are contained within me.
It's depraved
It's morally corrupt or vile.
Grows inside of me
It keeps getting bigger and taking over me.
And it suffocates
And it stifles me, making it hard for me to breathe or function.
Don't wish, it won't help
Stop hoping for something that won't change things.
Face down save face
Hide your true emotions or situation to protect yourself from criticism or punishment.
It's all inside of me
All my emotions and thoughts are contained within me.
It's depraved
It's morally corrupt or vile.
Grows inside of me
It keeps getting bigger and taking over me.
And it suffocates
And it stifles me, making it hard for me to breathe or function.
Face down save face
Hide your true emotions or situation to protect yourself from criticism or punishment.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JONATHAN SANTOS, ROBERT GARCIA, SOREN SARKISYAN, THOMAS DECKER
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