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.
Evan Perks
The Chariot Lyrics
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My differences, my fight, comes into the light.
And to the shadows, that cannot exist without the light,
Please refer to the end of the page.
'Stay with us,' standing alone, 'come with us'.
'Stayed' is a lonely ghost.
Or break into death, shake my heart in your hands.
This relationship burns.
Disappointed, I know you are.
The Chariot's song "Evan Perks" seems to be about someone struggling with their identity and grappling with their differences. The lyrics "Barely only breathing" suggest that the singer is barely hanging on, perhaps on the brink of giving up. But they also acknowledge that their differences are part of their fight, and that they must confront them in order to move forward.
The reference to light and shadows suggests a dualism, a feeling of being torn between two opposing forces. The singer seems to be asking for help, with the lines "Stay with us" and "Come with us", but is also aware that no one can truly understand their loneliness. They describe "stayed" as a "lonely ghost", implying that they have chosen isolation as a way of coping with their struggles.
The final lines, "Or break into death, shake my heart in your hands. This relationship burns. Disappointed, I know you are," suggest that the singer is in a precarious emotional state. They are willing to risk everything, even death, in order to feel something authentic and true. The mention of disappointment also implies that there is a sense of failure or inadequacy in the relationship, highlighting the challenge of connecting with others when one is struggling with their own identity.
Line by Line Meaning
Barely only breathing.
I am struggling to keep myself alive, just barely managing.
My differences, my fight, comes into the light.
The things that make me different and the battles I face are becoming clear.
And to the shadows, that cannot exist without the light,
Without light, there can be no shadow. They are interconnected.
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'Stay with us,' standing alone, 'come with us'.
I feel isolated, with people telling me conflicting things about where I should go.
'Stayed' is a lonely ghost.
Choosing to stay the same can be a lonely and isolating experience.
Or break into death, shake my heart in your hands.
This situation is so intense that it feels like it could kill me. My heart is in your hands, and you have the power to hurt or heal.
Disappointed, I know you are.
I understand that you are let down, and it hurts me too.
Contributed by Arianna J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MyVeryclevername
They are nuts! I will never forget David pulling me on stage and telling me to go bang on the drums while he jumps in the crowd. These guys are awesome
Alex Hennigh
As awesome as this band was...I bet venues fucking HATED booking these guys
Joseph McCord
I actually had to organise one of the gigs in this video. The one in the tiny little room with them playing on the floor. We had to put them in there at less than a days notice because the original venue found out about what was gonna happen and cancelled the day of the gig.
The Jesus looking dude actually smashed a dude in the head with his guitar and split him wide open. The venue had no insurance or even really a first aid kit. I took him outside and just helped him put pressure on it but the dude just decided to go back in and watched the rest of the show with his shirt stopping the bleeding.
nrub1151
@Joseph McCord JFC
Chase G
@Joseph McCord Does not surprise me... Sounds and looks like something that would happen often at their shows... By the looks of it, there would be multiple ppl bleeding/needing medical care.
Boris Theblade
@Joseph McCord cold story bruh, thznks 4 helping me
AngryBob4213
Man I miss them so much. I traveled across the country to see their last show ever and it was soooo amazing
Akuma Slays
Lucky
Mike Castro
Crazy that this album is 10 years old already!
NoHome FortheWeak
Still one the greatest to do it live ever. They killed it 💔