1) The Choir were a ro… Read Full Bio ↴There have been two bands known as The Choir:
1) The Choir were a rock band in the mid-1960s from Cleveland Ohio, best known for the oft-covered song "It's Cold Outside". With the addition of singer Eric Carmen, they became The Raspberries in 1970. The band consisted of Dann Klawon on rhythm guitar, Dave Smalley on vocals & rhythm guitar, Wally Bryson on vocals, lead guitar, & bass, and Jim Bonfanti on vocals & drums.
2) The Choir (originally The Youth Choir) is an atmospheric alternative Christian rock band, led by Derri Daugherty on guitar and vocals, Steve Hindalong on drums -- who also writes most of the band's lyrics -- and Dan Michaels on lyricon, electric flute and saxophone. Originally formed in Southern California in the early 1980s, the band members moved to the Nashville, Tennessee area in the 1990s. Past members include guitarist Marc Byrd and bass guitarists Michael Sauerbrey, Robin Spurs, Bill Batstone, and the late Tim Chandler.
Each band member also has a depth of musical history outside of The Choir. Hindalong produced four successful City On A Hill albums, writing the well-known song "God of Wonders" with Marc Byrd. Daugherty has been a member of the Christian-alterna-pop-supergroup The Lost Dogs since it started in 1991, and Hindalong joined the group in 2006. Chandler was the bass player for years for Daniel Amos and that band's alter egos The Swirling Eddies, and passed away in 2018. Byrd was a member of Common Children, recorded with his wife Christine Glass as Glassbyrd, and is currently half of the post-rock duo Hammock. Michaels has been a Senior Vice President of Fair Trade Services (formerly INO Records) since 2000.
Everybody in the Band
The Choir Lyrics
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Everybody in the band appreciates Marc
In tears for man's condition
He drives the van all night
Even when the mix is bad
He says it sounds alright
And everybody in the band appreciated Leo
'Cause everybody loved us
When Leo ran the show
He hugged a few promoters
So sad to see him go
And everybody in the band appreciated Leo
And everybody in the band appreciates Marc
This song is a tribute to two people who are instrumental in the success of the band. Marc and Leo are being appreciated by everyone in the band. The lyrics show how much these two people mean to the band as they acknowledge their contribution. Marc is a hard-working individual who drives the van all night, even when the sound system is bad, he manages to make things sound alright. This shows his dedication to the band's success. Leo, on the other hand, was loved by everyone for his ability to connect with the promoters. His friendly nature and warm hugs made promoters happy, which in turn benefited the band.
Overall, this song is a tribute to the unsung heroes of the band. Without these people, the band would not be successful.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody in the band appreciates Marc
Marc is highly valued and respected by all members of the band
In tears for man's condition
Marc is emotionally moved by the suffering of others in society
He drives the van all night
Marc takes responsibility for driving the band's transportation for long hours
Even when the mix is bad
Marc remains positive and supportive even in the face of technical difficulties
He says it sounds alright
Despite any imperfections, Marc believes in the band's sound and potential
And everybody in the band appreciated Leo
Leo was highly regarded and appreciated by everyone when he led the band
'Cause everybody loved us
Under Leo's leadership, the band was widely beloved and successful
He hugged a few promoters
Leo was skilled at building positive relationships with promoters
So sad to see him go
It was difficult and emotional for the band when Leo left his leadership role
Contributed by Cooper R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Anthony Eugene
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