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.
Yanni Depp
The Chariot Lyrics
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Smile, with teeth exposed.
Novacaine.
All we are, are crocodiles.
Black out.
Blessed we come and blessed we go.
But this world is full of white teeth and black lungs.
The skin bares no scars, but it is gray.
Think not.
Don't think.
Suffice.
The revolutionary fade...
"I get bored" your drowning in ankle deep water.
The Chariot's song Yanni Depp takes a dark turn with lyrics that are heavier than the music. The opening lines "Blank stare, smile with teeth exposed, Novacaine, All we are, are crocodiles" create an image of humans who have lost their soul and are behaving like emotionless animals. This is then further emphasized by the lines "Black out, blessed we come and blessed we go, but this world is full of white teeth and black lungs." These lines are suggestive of the fact that we might live our entire lives without really achieving anything, without a sense purpose or even awareness. The references to black lungs and teeth suggest the price we pay for living in an industrialized society.
The line "The skin bares no scars, but it is gray" seems to imply that everything is rote and lifeless, that we go through the motions without really experiencing anything. The final lines of the song, "I get bored" your drowning in ankle deep water" could be interpreted as the lead singer's cry of desperation. This could indicate that he is tired of pretending, tired of faking it, and he's finally sinking below the surface into the apathetic depths of despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Blank stare.
Feeling empty and emotionless, with no clear thoughts or direction.
Smile, with teeth exposed.
Putting on a façade of happiness, even though sadness prevails underneath.
Novacaine.
Easing the pain and discomfort, but also numbing the senses and disconnecting from reality.
All we are, are crocodiles.
We are all predators in one way or another, only looking out for ourselves and our own interests.
Black out.
Losing awareness and consciousness, often due to excessive drinking or drug use.
Blessed we come and blessed we go.
Acknowledging the cycle of life and death, and accepting that we are all connected in this journey.
But this world is full of white teeth and black lungs.
The world can seem bright and hopeful on the surface, but deep down there is a lot of pain and suffering that goes unnoticed.
The skin bares no scars, but it is gray.
Appearing unscathed on the outside, yet feeling numb and indifferent on the inside.
Your smile is so great, but your face is blank.
Having a happy demeanor, but with no real emotion or depth to back it up.
Think not.
Encouraging the listener to not overthink or analyze everything, but simply be in the moment.
Don't think.
Reinforcing the previous line, and emphasizing the importance of living freely without constant self-judgment or analysis.
Suffice.
Being content with what one has and not constantly seeking more or better.
The revolutionary fade...
The revolution or change that was once promised is fading away, leaving the world as it was before.
"I get bored" your drowning in ankle deep water.
Feeling trapped and unstimulated in a shallow lifestyle, even though it may seem comfortable on the surface.
Contributed by Charlie K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.