1. "The Chariot"
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1. "The Chariot"
The Chariot is a metalcore band signed to Solid State Records. The Chariot was formed in 2003 by ex-Norma Jean front man Josh Scogin.
Their debut full length album "Everything Is Alive, Everything Is Breathing, Nothing Is Dead, And Nothing Is Bleeding" was recorded entirely in one take, and was unmastered, which gave it more of a raw feel that was very similar to their live sound. Their wild and maniacal behavior onstage helped create a great impression for them in the underground, and despite numerous lineup changes they have managed to keep this reputation alive for the duration of their career.
In the winter of 2005 they released an EP entitled "Unsung" which featured two new songs, and four re-recordings from "Everything Is Alive, Everything Is Breathing, Nothing Is Dead, And Nothing Is Bleeding." This EP saw The Chariot's chaotic, feedback-inducing sound replaced by slightly more polished production, while still containing the rather harsh songwriting that they had become known for.
On April 3rd of 2007 they released their second full-length album called "The Fiancee." This album followed suit with the "Unsung EP", as the production was more well-defined and evened out. The last track on the album is the first and last verses of a hymn called "The Trumpet," sung by The Sacred Harp Singers choir (www.awakemysoul.com). The Sacred Harp Singers also sang at the end of "And Shot Each Other," and "Then Came To Kill" is a re-recording of "Kenny Gibler (Play The Piano Like A Disease)" from the "Unsung EP", and features Hayley Williams, the lead singer of Paramore on vocals.
In 2008, Dan Eaton and Jake Ryan left the band to pursue their band Queens Club. Jon Terry also left the band, but Jon Kindler, the bassist, stayed, marking the first time in the history of The Chariot that one member of the line-up had stayed for more than one album (with the exception of Josh Scogin, as to many he is The Chariot). The new (and still in place) Chariot lineup consists of various numbers from Canada natives I Hate Sally, and the local Georgia band The Rein. This line-up went on to tour throughout Europe for most of 2008 and then it was announced that they would be writing and recording their third full length, to be released on May 5th, 2009.
"Wars And Rumors Of Wars", the third full-length album from The Chariot, and fourth release overall, came out on May 5th, 2009. This album marked a slight return to the initial sound of their first album. While the cleaner production of "The Fiancee" was still in place, the overall feel of the album was much heavier and very reminiscent of their cacophonous sound. In other words, while being slightly more discernible, it is packed to the max with energy. The album was hand stamped and hand numbered, and was released at the dawn of The Chariot's first U.S. tour of 2009, supporting alongside Car Bomb for Gojira's "The Way Of The Flesh" Tour.
Band Members
Joshua Scogin - Vocals
Jon "KC Wolf" Kindler- Bass
Bryan Russell Taylor- Guitar / Vocals
David Kennedy- Drums
Dan Vokey- Guitar
Former Members
Keller Harbin - Guitar / Vocals
Tony Medina - Guitar
Joshua Beiser - Bass
Jeff Carter - Drums
Mark Nicks - Drums
Dan Eaton - Guitar / Vocals
Jake Ryan - Drums
John Terry - Guitar
2. "Chariot"
Chariot is a NWOBHM band from London. Their full-length debut was the hard-hitting "The Warrior" in 1984. A year later, they released an EP called "All Alone Again". In 1986, they released their second full-length album "Burning Ambition". The first two albums of this band are a very representative example of the eighties British hard rock. Some NWOBHM enthusiasts may describe their sound as a cross between Diamond Head and Motörhead with a more upbeat ambience. Their fan based extended from the UK and Europe right up to Japan. For a short time they played alongside the European tour of classic heavy metal act, Manowar. The Chariot disbanded in 1992. Some of its members continued playing in a newer band called “Dirty Deeds" with a more hard-rock sound. Dirty Deeds was lead by Pete Franklin.
The band reformed in 2004 and it was quite a busy year of Chariot releases! The same year they released two compilations -- "Early Days, Late Nights" and "What Goes Around", a DVD release of their 1986 live recording "Sweating Blood - Live At The Marquee" and additionally a demo Promo CD. In 2006, they came back with all new material with their full-length album "Behind the Wire". The last album strongly resonates their NWOBHM eighties days.
Current line-up
Pete Franklin - Guitars/Vocals
Paul Lane - Guitars
John Smith - Bass
Jeff Braithwaite - Drums
3. "Chariot"
A trio of the late 60s. Their music is often depicted as being influenced by the band Cream. All band members - except the drummer Pug Barker - apparently disappeared without a trace.
4. "Chariot"
A single album project involving The Posies' Ken Stringfellow and Brian Young (now in Fountains of Wayne), along with White Flag's Pat Fear and Javier Escovedo of The Zeros. The album was titled "I Am Ben Hur" and was released in 1997 and is punk/power pop in style. It features cover versions of songs by Alex Chilton, The Choir, Los Bravos, The Count Five and Paul Revere and the Raiders mixed with originals by all band members. A great album, but sadly their only album.
5. "Chariot"
A Christian metal band from the mid-80's. They recorded two demos and were in two compilations - White Metal Invasion (1989) and Underground Metal (1988). Paul Avilas was the vocalist and Louis Filardo was the lead guitarist.
Andy Sundwall
The Chariot Lyrics
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But the distance between the earth and our feet was the only thing never to change.
But it opened our eyes to something they missed.
Something they put away back on the shelf.
They can't see it through the immaculate dress, so they sing like a stranger instead of the one they call home.
We can't believe in everything we hear. Diamonds by association don't count.
I am not saying we've got it all figured out but why accept silver when you're given gold. What good is just one wing?
Stuck in your ways, tossed about by the sea. Waving around your gun that you'll never shoot.
I am not them, we are not them, they are not us and we don't relate. We are as much the same as lungs to the sea.
Please don't confuse the heart, behind the name.
Putting their voices on top of the crowd so that everyone hears they are mighty and great.
Maybe I broken and maybe I am shaking, but at least I say what I say. I confess, we were bored from your ways.
We grew bored from your ways. We want more.
We can't step away from the ocean just because the waves are thick. Oh we press.
The lyrics of "Andy Sundwall" by The Chariot is a poetic expression of the band's defiance against society's norms and its perception of success. The song speaks of how the band has grown from the tricks and ways of society but has realized that certain things never change, such as the distance between the earth and our feet. This realization has opened their eyes to something that society has put away back on the shelf, something that they missed; they sing like a stranger instead of the one they call home. The song also talks about the band's disbelief in everything they hear, especially diamonds by association which don’t count, and their determination to only accept gold.
The band acknowledges that they are not perfect and have not figured it all out, but they refuse to be stuck in society's ways that toss them about like waves in the sea. They refuse to waste life's grace and assume that everyone is the same. They stand up, turn, and draw their own path. They acknowledge that they are not like others, and they do not relate to society's norms. They urge the listener not to confuse the heart behind the name and put their voices on top of the crowd, so everyone hears they are mighty and great. The song concludes with a declaration that the band was bored from the ways of society, and that they want more, they press on, and they can't step away from the ocean just because the waves are thick.
Line by Line Meaning
In feathers we came, we learned from your ways and the tricks up your sleeve and we grew.
We arrived feeling light as feathers and acquired knowledge from the things you did and the things you concealed, and we grew as a result.
But the distance between the earth and our feet was the only thing never to change.
Despite all our growth and development, the one thing that remained constant was the space between the earth and our feet.
But it opened our eyes to something they missed.
Our growth allowed us to see something that they failed to notice.
Something they put away back on the shelf.
It was something they deliberately disregarded and set aside.
They can't see it through the immaculate dress, so they sing like a stranger instead of the one they call home.
They fail to recognize it due to their obsession with superficial things, and consequently, they sing unfamiliar tunes instead of embracing their true identity.
We can't believe in everything we hear. Diamonds by association don't count.
We do not believe everything we are told, and we understand that being linked to something valuable is not the same as actually possessing it.
I am not saying we've got it all figured out but why accept silver when you're given gold. What good is just one wing?
We do not claim to have a complete understanding, but we refuse to settle for something that is worth less when we have the option to seek something better. What is the point of having just one wing?
Stuck in your ways, tossed about by the sea. Waving around your gun that you'll never shoot.
You are stubborn and resistant to change, and even when presented with an opportunity, you fail to take action and make a difference.
Waste not life's grace and don't assume that we are all the same. Stand up turn and draw.
Do not waste life's gifts and do not generalize people. Take a stance and be bold.
I am not them, we are not them, they are not us and we don't relate. We are as much the same as lungs to the sea.
We are not the same as them and we do not associate with them. We are fundamentally different from them, like lungs are to the sea.
Please don't confuse the heart, behind the name.
Do not confuse what truly matters with something as superficial as a name.
Putting their voices on top of the crowd so that everyone hears they are mighty and great.
They are pushing their voices above everyone else's to make it clear that they are powerful and influential.
Maybe I broken and maybe I am shaking, but at least I say what I say. I confess, we were bored from your ways.
I may be damaged and scared, but I have the courage to speak my mind. I must admit, we were uninterested in your ways.
We grew bored from your ways. We want more.
We became tired of your ways and we desire something more meaningful and fulfilling.
We can't step away from the ocean just because the waves are thick. Oh we press.
We cannot simply back down from a challenge just because it is difficult. Instead, we embrace it and move forward with determination.
Contributed by Charlie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
J
The feedback an the open cord forms they use are the best part. This is most definately my favortie track off the album.
Teepot
@Andresundwall That is seriously awesome. When I bought Wars, I got one signed by Josh (which I was ecstatic about). However, Iif I would've known about that contest, I would've gone after it for sure.
juicyjay43
brrrrropen your eyes!
detsu detsu
Long live
Andy Sundwall
@ahealthybigmac When The Chariot released "Wars" they had hand stamped 25,000 cds and each member took 5,000 signed & numbered them. Then, they announced that if you went around and found each of their signatures they would name a song after you on their next album.. Only five people could get it, I was the third to get it. :)
Thibault
9 years after it. I ve finally the answer. THANK YOU ANDY cheers from France pal'
Benjamin Lockwood
I had to mop my face up from the floor after i listened to this
Mr. Peezy
Cool story bro. Really! :)
Andy Sundwall
@thebitterrootfires Thank you!! :)
Andy Sundwall
@ahealthybigmac For sure, they announced the contest about a week after it was released, there a was a video of Rux explaining it. I just happened to see it right as they posted it. lol