From the opening salvo of Stellar Kart’s third album Expect the Impossible,… Read Full Bio ↴From the opening salvo of Stellar Kart’s third album Expect the Impossible, it’s evident that the Dove Award-winning band is revolutionizing its sound with this adventurous, spirited, and totally unexpected pop ‘n’ roll project.

Returning to helm the project is producer Ian Eskelin (All Star United), who also shepherded Stellar Kart’s breakthrough sophomore album, We Can’t Stand Sitting Down. That CD yielded the No. 1 hit, “Me And Jesus,” which also earned the band its first Dove Award for Rock/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year. “Content, content, content,” Eskelin declares. “The music is awesome, the energy is off the charts, but what sets Stellar Kart head and shoulders above the vast majority of its contemporaries is content. These guys are not afraid to say what they believe, straight up, without trying to couch it in some namby-pamby metaphor.”

“We are all fans of different kinds of music, and a lot of times we find ourselves listening to songs that we love, but the message is just terrible,” frontman Agee explains. “We talk with kids after concerts and are always hearing from youth leaders about the issues facing teens today. We wanted to write songs that would address such topics and encourage kids to expect God to work in their daily lives. That is what we have been about from day one. That is what we are still about.”

When Adam, along with bandmates Cody Pellerin (guitar), Jordan Messer (drums), and Brian Calcara (bass) hit the studio, Eskelin’s frenetic energy ignited Stellar Kart’s powder keg of creativity. The result is an explosion of new music chock full of pop melodies, catchy choruses, and singable lyrics.

If it is true that first impressions are the most important, Stellar Kart goes for broke on its first radio single: the blazing, no-holds-barred confessional, “Jesus Loves You.” An impassioned song about conviction and redemption, it cuts through the comfortable shades of gray with an unabashed declaration that “Jesus Loves You,” whether you believe it or not.

“The reason I do what I do now is because of what I didn’t do when I was younger,” Adam explains of the song’s bold lyrics. “I grew up in church; my dad was a pastor. I accepted the Truth at an early age, but I was a kid just trying to get by. I didn’t really do anything with my faith until I got to college. That was when I started to realize there was more to life than just getting by.”

“The bottom line is, we are not doing this just to make music. We want people’s lives to be changed,” Brian interjects.

Stellar Kart proves it can thrive in a broad range of musical realms as Expect the Impossible sustains its momentum with tracks like the classic rock anthem, “Shine Like The Stars” and genre-defying, fist-pumping, “Eyes,” with its synth-laden 80’s groove and Beach Boys-esque, feel-good, summertime melody.

“‘I Give Up’ is hands down my favorite song on the album,” the band’s classically trained guitarist, Cody Pellerin adds. “It’s the kind of song that got me into playing music in the first place. It’s rock ‘n’ roll. It’s Judas Priest meets Van Halen meets Motley Crew. I got to just rip it up on the guitar, which is what I really love to do. I know some people may listen to it and think, ‘Wow, that doesn’t sound like Stellar Kart,’ But this is where we are musically. And I think it is a good progression for us and our fans.”

“Sonically, we wanted to shoot for a broader sound,” Eskelin says. “Stellar Kart has never been afraid to challenge the current trend, so we decided to incorporate some new elements. This album will please the band’s die-hard punk fans while offering something to straight-up pop and rock lovers as well. The goal is to meet listeners where they are, driving an emotional connection to the music.”

Stellar Kart puts an exclamation point on Eskelin’s statement with such diverse tunes as the tender-and-tough pop ballad, “Pray,” in which Adam encourages listeners to ‘Pray...Even if you think you are not good enough.’ The bouncy, infectious, “The Right One,” evokes strains of such pop/rock legends as The Beach Boys, The Cyrkle, and their more contemporary offspring like Weezer and Jimmy Eat World. The happy-go-lucky anthem “Sunshine” boldly asserts that Stellar Kart is as much a bona fide pop band and serious chart contender as it is a punk quartet.

Which is not to say the band has abandoned its punk roots. “Automatic” has enough head-nodding hooks and frantic drum kicks to satisfy punk purists. And frontman Adam Agee even manages a couple of authentic rawk screams on “Eyes” and “Innocent.”

But as satisfying as Stellar Kart’s expanding musical repertoire is, it’s the lyrical honesty coupled with the band’s personal growth that most radically informs Expect the Impossible. “We are a pop band,” Adam explains. “When we made our first record we were young, and it reflected who we were at the time. The next record reflected a natural progression. Expect the Impossible is the next step. It is casting a wider net. It gets more people involved.”

“I love seeing kids attach themselves to something bigger than just school or work or friends or the latest fad,” Brian adds.

Everything Is Different Now
Stellar Kart Lyrics

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I remember all those nights
Your voice would shake from
The tears you cried
What's the meaning of this life?
Guilt can bring you to your knees
You can't escape the memories
When shame is all you feel inside

Don't look back
(Don't look back)
Leave what's broken in
The past, take my hand
(Take my hand)
And understand

It's not over
The best is yet to come
For us
Come for us
Night has faded
A brand new day has come
For us
Come for us

A million miles from
Where we've been
Hope's a road that has no end
I pray to God that we would make it through
Forgiveness always finds a way
A loving love that fears no pain
Just take a look at me and you

Don't give up
(Don't give up)
We've only just begun
I believe
I believe
I believe

It's not over
The best is yet to come
For us
Come for us
Night has faded
A brand new day has come
For us
Come for us

It's not over
The best is yet to come
For us
Come for us

It's not over
The best is yet to come
For us
Come for us
Night has faded
A brand new day has come
For us
Come for us

It's not over

Overall Meaning

The song Everything Is Different Now by Stellar Kart is an uplifting and inspiring song about moving on from the past and looking towards the future with hope and optimism. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who has been through a lot of pain and struggles, and is struggling to find meaning and purpose in their life. The lines "What's the meaning of this life? / Guilt can bring you to your knees / You can't escape the memories / When shame is all you feel inside" highlight this feeling of confusion and despair.

However, in the chorus, the song takes on a more positive and hopeful tone. The singer encourages the listener to leave their past behind and take his hand, promising that "the best is yet to come." The lines "A million miles from / Where we've been / Hope's a road that has no end / I pray to God that we would make it through" show that the singer believes in the power of hope and faith to overcome even the most difficult of circumstances.

Overall, Everything Is Different Now is a song that offers a message of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. It reminds us that even when things seem hopeless and overwhelming, there is always the possibility of a new beginning and a brighter future.

Line by Line Meaning

I remember all those nights
I recall all the nights when you cried uncontrollably.

Your voice would shake from
Your voice quivered due to the intensity of your sobs.

The tears you cried
The tears that flowed incessantly from your eyes.

What's the meaning of this life?
You wondered what life meant amidst all the pain and suffering.

Guilt can bring you to your knees
The burden of guilt can weigh so heavily on you that you feel utterly defeated.

You can't escape the memories
Memories of a traumatic event persist and refuse to flee from your mind.

When shame is all you feel inside
You feel extremely ashamed of yourself and your actions, and it consumes you from within.

Don't look back
Don't dwell on the past and allow it to prevent you from moving forward in life.

(Don't look back)

Leave what's broken in
Abandon what is damaged and no longer serves a purpose in your life.

The past, take my hand
Take my hand and let us step into the future together, leaving the past behind.

(Take my hand)

And understand
Comprehend that the future holds immense potential, and do not let your past dictate your present and future.

It's not over
The situation may seem bleak, but there is still hope for a better tomorrow.

The best is yet to come
The future holds infinite possibilities and great outcomes.

For us
This applies to both of us, not just one person.

Come for us
Let us embrace the future together and anticipate the best outcomes.

Night has faded
The obscurity and sorrow of the night has passed, and a new dawn approaches.

A brand new day has come
A new beginning has arrived, full of renewed energy and positivity.

A million miles from
We have come extremely far from the place we once were.

Where we've been
Referring to the location or place where the traumatic event took place.

Hope's a road that has no end
Hope is something that can guide us endlessly forward and never fade away.

I pray to God that we would make it through
I hope and pray that we can get through this difficult time.

Forgiveness always finds a way
Forgiveness is always achievable and can help heal all wounds and hurt.

A loving love that fears no pain
Genuine love is strong enough to withstand all sorts of pain and hurt.

Just take a look at me and you
We are perfect examples of how love and forgiveness can pave the way for a better future.

Don't give up
Don't lose hope or abandon the pursuit of a better future.

(Don't give up)

We've only just begun
We haven't even scratched the surface of what's possible for us.

I believe
I have unwavering faith in the future and what it holds.

It's not over
Even when you feel as though it's finished, remember that there is always the possibility of new beginnings.

Come for us
Disregard the pain of the past and move towards a brighter future together.

Night has faded
The darkness has subsided, and a new day has dawned with fresh hope.

A brand new day has come
The future holds immense potential and is ripe for the taking.

For us
This includes us both - we are in this together.

Come for us
Let us take a step forward into the future with hope in our hearts and love in our minds.

It's not over
Even when things seem dire, remember that the future holds limitless potential.

The best is yet to come
There are countless opportunities for greatness awaiting us in the future.

Come for us
Let us embrace the limitless opportunities the future holds - together.

Night has faded
The darkness of the past is gone, and a brighter future awaits.

A brand new day has come
The future is full of new beginnings and fresh opportunities, ripe for the taking.

For us
Both of us can experience new beginnings and make the most of what the future has in store.

Come for us
Together, let us move forward into the bright future with hope in our hearts and courage in our souls.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DON HENLEY, SCOTT CRAGO, TIMOTHY DRURY

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