Taking influences from both early punk rock as well as classic ska bands, Subb has been a mainstay in the Quebec independent music scene. Their first full length release "The Highstep to Hell" came out in 1997 on Underworld Records and received critical acclaim from fans and critics alike. Now jump to March 2000, when Subb released their long awaited follow-up "Until the party ends" on Montreal's Stomp Records. This record was a new chapter in the bands young career with its mix of raw energy of punk rock with sweet stylings of ska and reggae music.
Subb have toured extensively in 2000 to support "Until the party ends". After taking part in the national Vans "State of the Union" Tour with label-mates Reset and Men O' Steel, the band went on to play the Montreal and Toronto stops of the Vans Warped Tour. Also, they have toured a lot in Quebec, Ontario and the Canadian east coast with bands such as Less Than Jake, Suicide Machines, Strung out, No Motiv, Samiam and The Planet Smashers. The videos for the singles "L.A. Beach Bum" & "All About Shane" brought their sound to a wider audience as it was put into heavy rotation on MusiquePlus and has been featured on Much Music as well as being the indie spotlight. The video for "All about Shane" reached #8 on the Top 20 and was, for 6 weeks in a row, part of the daily top 5 on MusiquePlus.
2001 started off well for the band has they played the MusiquePlus "Jam des neiges 2001" alongside Orgy and Crazy Town in front of an audience of 10 000 people. In April, Subb crossed the pond and toured Europe for 3 weeks, playing gigs all across Switzerland and Germany. As soon as they got back from Europe, they were on the road again, this time touring Canada from coast to coast with ska superstars The Planet Smashers. After the two-month tour, Subb played again at the Vans Warped tour on the local Union stage, in front of 8000 crazy fans, in Montreal and Toronto. The launch of the re-released "The Ultimate Highstep to Hell" was played in front of a sold-out crowd at Montreal's The Spectrum.
The year 2002 saw the launch of "Daylight Saving", Subb's second full length original album for STOMP Records. The record was a slight departure from their previous material, delving more into their punk roots and proving that Subb is one of the most versatile bands out there. In terms of touring, Subb headlined the very successful Molson Dry/Musique Plus 123 Punk Tour in April and May. In the summer, the band played the Ramprage event with Pennywise and played 3 dates (Boston, Montreal, Toronto)on the Vans Warped Tour on the Union Stage. Not content to sit still, the band headlined another tour, this time across the country with labelmates Fifty Nutz and then did a regional Quebec and Ontario tour with Big Wig. Subb put out 3 videos from this record, "Daylight Saving", the title track, "Twenty-One" and "Out of the line." "Twenty-One" received airplay on Musique Plus, Much Music and Much Loud. "Out of the Line" was also added into rotation on MuchLoud.
Now jump to April 2006, when the band's latest album "The Motions" came out on STOMP records. Their 4th full length album was recorded at Piccolo studios in Montreal (The Sainte Catherines, Voivod, Simple Plan, etc …) and produced by Frank Joly. With the release of The Motions, Subb is set to raise the bar a lot bit higher, mixing their distinctive brand of melodic punk rock with reggae, ska and even a little hardcore just for good measure. Phehomenal production and insightful songwriting round out what will prove to be their finest album to date.
The band has been working extremely hard over the last months to support this release, and the videos for the single "The Motions" has been added to heavy rotation on MusiquePlus and MuchMusic, while MuchLoud, Edge TV and MTV Canada has featured the video several times.
Subb have also been touring extensively in 2006. The band took part of the national 2006 GRIND tour last May, with Mad Caddies, Satanic Surfers, The Loved ones and label-mates The Resistance. In the summer, they played several dates in Quebec and Ontario to support their new album "The Motions" and will also be playing the Toronto and Montreal stops of the Vans Warped Tour.
For this coming year, Subb will continue touring as much as possible, and will shoot a new video for the next single.
Revenge
Subb Lyrics
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It's simple to see that there's nothing to do
You're fucking me up cause you're fucked up too
Get someone else to blame I ain't listening to you
There's so much I can take when it's coming from you
You decided that I was The one who would lose
You decided to stay now itis time for revenge
You're breaking my arm but there's no other choice
It's a thirst for revenge what's in your inner voice
You try to stretch time but thereís no way you can win
You have nothing to lose so you try it again
1st verse
chorus
The lyrics of Subb's "Revenge" speak of a toxic, dysfunctional relationship where the singer is lied to and hurt by their partner. The first line sets the tone for the song and the rest of the lyrics as the singer acknowledges that their partner is lying to them, and therefore, they will lie in return. The situation is untenable, and there seems to be no resolution in sight. The partner's behavior is causing the singer's downfall and leading to their own demise. The chorus establishes that the singer has had enough of their partner's lies and mistreatment and is now seeking revenge.
The second verse continues the theme of the singer's empowerment and determination to get justice. The partner is physically hurting the singer, but they have no other choice than to fight back. The need for revenge is consuming and represents the singer's desire to right the wrongs inflicted upon them. The last line of the verse suggests that the partner has already tried to harm the singer before, but with nothing to lose, they will try to do it again.
In summary, Subb's "Revenge" is a song about a toxic relationship where lying and mistreatment have led the singer to seek retribution. The lyrics show a clear progression from acknowledging the wrongdoing to a need for revenge and asserting control over the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
You're lying to me so I'm lying to you
Since you're being dishonest with me, I will also deceive you in return.
It's simple to see that there's nothing to do
It is evident that there's no way to resolve this issue.
You're fucking me up cause you're fucked up too
Your own problems are causing me harm.
Get someone else to blame I ain't listening to you
I won't accept your excuses or attempts to shift the blame onto others.
There's so much I can take when it's coming from you
I have a limit to how much I can tolerate from you specifically.
You decided that I was the one who would lose
You chose to put me in a disadvantaged position.
You decided to stay now it's time for revenge
Now that you've stayed, it's time for me to seek revenge for what you've done.
You lied to me, you lied to me
You've been dishonest with me, and I won't forget it.
You're breaking my arm but there's no other choice
You're physically harming me, but I have no alternative options.
It's a thirst for revenge what's in your inner voice
You have a deep desire for revenge that is driving your actions.
You try to stretch time but there's no way you can win
You're attempting to prolong the situation, but it's futile and won't lead to a victory for you.
You have nothing to lose so you try it again
Since you have nothing to lose, you're motivated to continue your harmful behavior.
Chorus
Repeating the main message of the song about seeking revenge for being mistreated.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., BMG Rights Management
Written by: JAY DEE DAUGHERTY, LEONARD J KAYE, IVAN KRAL, PATTI SMITH, RICHARD A SOHL
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