Truth is at the core of everything Synthetic … Read Full Bio ↴SYNTHETIC 16 BIOGRAPHY
Truth is at the core of everything Synthetic 16 has ever done. Breaking the barrier of aggressive rock music with its incredible live shows, Synthetic 16 integrates “lushly orchestrated ballads, buoyantly playful alternative songs and introspective ruminations”. The New York band was formed in the spring of 1999, with the vision of creating a new dimension to the New York City rock scene. Synthetic 16 brings years of experience to their songwriting and performing with members coming from previous projects such as Lament, Shutdown, Small Craft Sighting, and Tonystark.
Times have been very good for Synthetic 16, as their debut album, “Your Water” reached the masses and the critics with astounding praise. Within one year of the release, Synthetic 16 had been charted with heavy rotation in every major college market in the United States, as well as commercial radio on each coast. The momentum led to the band being promoted as a headlining act at music conferences throughout the East Coast, and as the main act for the New York City launch of the American Express Blue Music Card.
With the release of their 4-song self-titled EP in February of 2002, Synthetic 16 continued to gain more notoriety as one of New York’s premier rock acts by playing the Meadowlands Sports Arena twice in 2002, in conjunction with Clear Channel, Q104.3FM, and Jagermeister. In the summer of 2002 three songs by Synthetic 16 were featured in (and performed by the band) in the off Broadway production, “Rockstars NYC”. In September of the same year Synthetic 16 were the featured artists of the M.E.A.N.Y Music Festival kick off party, and an invited performer at the 1st Annual Dewey Beach Music Festival.
Synthetic 16 spent 2003 headlining New York City clubs such as CBGB’s, The Knitting Factory, The Continental and rare acoustic performances at CBGB’s Gallery. By the end of 2003 Synthetic 16 recorded their anticipated follow up album, “Too Far Along”. The album illustrates the bands musical roots, as well as their growth as individuals and as a band.
Now, in 2004, two of Synthetic 16'S songs have been featured in the Sundance Film Festival selected film “lbs.” The movie has recently been picked up by Showtime and will be aired this fall, accompanied by the release of a full-length soundtrack. The movie and soundtrack have a balanced mix of where Synthetic 16 began over five years ago (with one song from “Your Water”) and demonstrates how far they have come (with the other song from “Too Far Along”). With the release of the movie and soundtrack in the fall, Synthetic 16'S is bound to get the same attention from the masses, as they have consistently received from festivals, labels, and clubs over the years.
Source : Resurrection A.D. Records
Push
Synthetic 16 Lyrics
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The lyrics to Synthetic 16's song Push seem to be exploring a complicated relationship between two people. The singer is responding to the other person's accusation that their heart is cold and numb, and seems to feel a sense of frustration or guilt about the situation. The line "our honesty is a heavy price to pay" suggests that perhaps the relationship has been damaged by honesty or communication in some way.
Despite the challenges, the singer expresses a commitment to the relationship, saying "you know me better. I'll try forever. You know me better than myself." There is a sense of vulnerability here, with the singer admitting that they may not mean much to the other person, but insisting that they will keep trying anyway.
The final lines of the chorus, "it's not enough to act the dumb. I'd rather keep it all inside instead" indicate that the singer is struggling with how to communicate or express themselves in a way that feels safe or productive. There is a tension between the desire to be open and honest, and the fear of being punished or rejected for doing so. Overall, the lyrics to Push seem to capture the ups and downs of a difficult relationship, and the struggle to maintain a sense of connection despite misunderstandings and disagreements.
Line by Line Meaning
When you said my heart is cold.
When you accused me of being unfeeling.
I guess you thought I'd stop and turn away.
You expected me to give up on trying to connect with you.
Running up and down our road.
We've been going back and forth in our relationship.
Our honesty is a heavy price to pay.
Being truthful with each other takes a toll on us both.
I didn't mean to make it so hard.
I didn't intend to create difficulties in our relationship.
You know me better. I'll try forever.
You understand who I am and know that I'll keep making an effort.
You know me better than myself.
You understand me more than I understand myself.
Don't punish me like someone else.
Don't treat me unfairly as if I'm someone else who hurt you.
I may not mean that much to you.
I may not hold a significant place in your life.
Doesn't mean that I'll try harder, too.
But it doesn't mean that I won't make an effort to be closer with you.
When you said my heart is numb.
When you accused me of being emotionally dead.
I guess you thought I'd stop and turn my head.
You expected me to give up on trying to connect with you.
It's not enough to act the dumb.
Pretending not to understand each other won't solve our problems.
I'd rather keep it all inside instead.
I'd rather keep my feelings to myself than risk further hurting our relationship.
Contributed by David Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Pinoy 22 Shooter
Excellent review, Chris! I have the same rifle and love its light weight and accuracy.
Nelson M
I’m shocked at how tight the groups are with that light barrel! amazing imo. shoots group as well as any factory 457 i’ve seen… i was worried about buying one because of the light barrel, not anymore. thanks for the video!
Dennis Koraen
Thanks for a good review, appreciated you showing what goes into switching out the barrel.
RazTheRipper
Great video. What distance do you usually zero your scope for the SK ammunition. And what are usually your holdover/clicks for 75,100 and 150 yards?
Smirge
Actually - if you use a torque wrench and torque the screw the same every time - the return to zero is spot on. Tested it many times on my own cz457 synthetic
Malcolm Whiting
Very informative and very well presented 👍🏻
Allegheny Adventures
Work at a large privately owned gun store in Pennsylvania.... I've seen more 22s than I can count.... The 457 is my absolute favorite rimfire hands down.... No competition. I'd sell my kidney before I'd sell mine. (457 American with a striped grain Turkish walnut stock.) Looks as good as it shoots.
Allegheny Adventures
@Stephen Stackhouse been out of stock for months
Stephen Stackhouse
Where do you work? I’m looking for one of these
Air Rifle Pest Control
Awesome video! Chris clearly knows his sh*t which is great to see. What a rifle!! 👍👍