There are five bands with a similar name:

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.

Love
The Chariot Lyrics

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Victim, my friend, get out!
Dancing and shaking and most of all, electric.
Lights on, Lights off.
Everyone hit the ground. she was beautiful like cancer.
She was beautiful, but she helped you into the ground. Mayday! Mayday!
A heart-shaped enemy, never underestimate.
Samson was impressed as well.
I helped you carry all the dead folks that we knew, but you fell in love.

You fell asleep and strait into the ground she marches on, one by one.
I open up the earth and let myself in.
I bleed into the dirt, all in all, my friend, I am giving in.
Wake up! She marches on one by one.
She is the wind, the setting sun.

Death in death, love lost.
They lost their voice in the choir.

Overall Meaning

The Chariot's song "Love" is a complex and hauntingly beautiful piece of music that delves deep into the tumultuous nature of love and its effect on us. The lyrics are abstract, full of metaphor and imagery that paint a vivid picture of the emotions at play. At the outset, the character warns someone, possibly a friend, to get out and escape the situation. The intense energy culminates in dancing and shaking, but it is ultimately destructive, like an electric current that shocks people to the ground.

The song seems to focus on a devouring, all-consuming love, which is described as beautiful like cancer. The lyrics reveal that the beloved helped the person into the ground, resulting in a tragic outcome. Despite this, the person cannot help but love and feel attracted to the object of their affection. Samson, the Old Testament figure known for his strength, is mentioned as being impressed, possibly alluding to the idea of being emasculated or weakened by love.

The next three lines are particularly powerful, as the character sings, "I helped you carry all the dead folks that we knew, but you fell in love. You fell asleep and straight into the ground she marches on, one by one." The imagery of carrying dead people and someone falling asleep are likely symbols for the burden and eventual surrender to love. The repetition of "she marches on" emphasizes the relentless nature of love, either in its destructive or creative forms. The final lines invoke the choir, a symbol for religious devotion, but in this case, it is as if those who have experienced the chaos and loss resulting from love have lost their religious fervor.

Line by Line Meaning

Victim, my friend, get out!
Escape from this negative relationship, my friend.

Dancing and shaking and most of all, electric.
The exciting and alluring quality of this destructive relationship.

Lights on, Lights off.
The inconsistent nature of the relationship.

Everyone hit the ground. she was beautiful like cancer.
The destructive and captivating qualities of the person in question.

She was beautiful, but she helped you into the ground. Mayday! Mayday!
The beauty of this person led to their downfall.

A heart-shaped enemy, never underestimate.
This person seems alluring and loving, but is actually dangerous.

Samson was impressed as well.
Even strong individuals can fall victim to this person's charm.

I helped you carry all the dead folks that we knew, but you fell in love.
Despite seeing the negative impact this person has had on others, you still became enamored with them.

You fell asleep and strait into the ground she marches on, one by one.
This person's destructive influence continues to harm those around them.

I open up the earth and let myself in.
The artist is giving themselves over to this person and the consequences that come with it.

I bleed into the dirt, all in all, my friend, I am giving in.
The singer is accepting their fate and succumbing to this dangerous relationship.

Wake up! She marches on one by one.
Urging the friend to wake up and see the destructive nature of the relationship before it's too late.

She is the wind, the setting sun.
This person is all-encompassing and all-consuming, much like the natural elements.

Death in death, love lost.
The destructive nature of the relationship has led to the loss of love and even death.

They lost their voice in the choir.
Others have been silenced or harmed by this person's actions.

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Written by: JESSICA GLYNNE, SAMUEL KENNEDY

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