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.
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The Chariot Lyrics
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This generation is a nervous one and they kill all they fear,
But they fear it all,
So they take the bait,
So disappear with me
For the captain has fell asleep hours ago
And they curse his name
Because he fell asleep in the halls of the famed.
is all I fear but she gives me rest,
Stay with me or stay afraid
This is the plague we have always begged to see find death,
Violence by default is the stage we play,
Stay with me, stay calm,
For the body is not what we lack.
The lyrics in The Chariot's song "Evolve" address the idea of fear and how it can drive people towards violent acts. The opening lines mention a "nervous generation" that is quick to kill anything they fear. But the irony is that these individuals actually fear everything, prompting them to act out in defense. The song suggests that this is a dangerous cycle that perpetuates and spreads fear, ultimately leading to violence.
In the midst of this chaos, the singer invites the listener to "disappear" with them. It's unclear whether this means escaping from the violence or losing oneself to it, but it's clear that the singer is offering a way out of the current reality. The mention of the captain falling asleep also adds to the chaotic, unpredictable nature of the situation. The captain is supposed to be leading the ship, but instead, he's fallen asleep, leaving the crew to fend for themselves. The halls of the famed could refer to a prestigious institution or setting, suggesting that even the most powerful among us are also susceptible to failure.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges their own fears, specifically the fear of wasting time. But they find solace in someone or something that gives them rest. The plague mentioned in the lyrics could refer to an epidemic, but it could also be a metaphor for something more abstract, like hate or fear. The final lines of "Evolve" suggest that bodies are not what's lacking. This could be interpreted in a number of ways, but one possibility is that the singer is saying that fear and violence are not caused by a lack of physical resources, but by something deeper and more insidious.
Line by Line Meaning
Stay calm,
Remain composed and collected.
This generation is a nervous one and they kill all they fear,
The present age is characterized by anxiety and the tendency to eliminate anything perceived as threatening.
But they fear it all,
Despite their attempts to appear fearless, they are afraid of everything.
So they take the bait,
They fall prey to temptation.
So disappear with me
Let us escape together.
For the captain has fell asleep hours ago
The leader has been in a state of slumber for quite some time now.
And they curse his name
They blame him for their troubles.
Because he fell asleep in the halls of the famed.
He became complacent in a place known for its prestige.
Wasting time (as our hands move across the earth with such finesse)
Even as we move through life with great skill and delicacy, we are still concerned about squandering our time.
is all I fear but she gives me rest,
The only thing that truly worries me is the prospect of idleness, but being with her brings me peace.
Stay with me or stay afraid
Remain by my side or continue to be filled with fear.
This is the plague we have always begged to see find death,
This is the affliction that we have longed for to be eradicated.
Violence by default is the stage we play,
Aggression has become our default mode of behavior.
Stay with me, stay calm,
Stay by my side and remain composed.
For the body is not what we lack.
We are not lacking in terms of physical ability or resources.
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Written by: ANI DIFRANCO
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Jayden Boggs
Stay calm,
This generation is a nervous one and they kill all they fear,
But they fear it all,
So they take the bait,
So disappear with me
For the captain has fell asleep hours ago
And they curse his name
Because he fell asleep in the halls of the famed.
Wasting time (as our hands move across the earth with such finesse)
is all I fear but she gives me rest,
Stay with me or stay afraid
This is the plague we have always begged to see find death,
Violence by default is the stage we play,
Stay with me, stay calm,
For the body is not what we lack.
calculating infinity
This still melts faces in 2018.
Matt82
2021
derekgizmo
2020
MrZikList
still does in 2019
Justin Orel
calculating infinity does it melt face: face?
Jennifer Nass
I swear anything you guys do is amazing. loveee it.
Octavio Mendez
you guys make it easy to live
Jayden Boggs
Stay calm,
This generation is a nervous one and they kill all they fear,
But they fear it all,
So they take the bait,
So disappear with me
For the captain has fell asleep hours ago
And they curse his name
Because he fell asleep in the halls of the famed.
Wasting time (as our hands move across the earth with such finesse)
is all I fear but she gives me rest,
Stay with me or stay afraid
This is the plague we have always begged to see find death,
Violence by default is the stage we play,
Stay with me, stay calm,
For the body is not what we lack.
SEP116
My all time favorite Chariot song. I have to go crazy at the "STAY CALM!!!" part, xD.
Kiki Freaky
Hell yeah, fucking sick mens!! I like this idea with a cartoon ;] Love this band so much and I wanna see them live D: Oh, Wolfy <3