Before the band had played a single live show, their home recordings generated significant interest online. The song Rational Eyes hit #1 on the international independent music website GarageBand.com and to this day remains in the top 5. This prompted many record labels to take notice, one label in particular fit perfectly with the band’s vision, and in 2005 THREAT SIGNAL inked a deal with Nuclear Blast Records.
THREAT SIGNAL’s debut album Under Reprisal was recorded with producer Christian Olde Wolbers (Fear Factory / Arkaea). “It’s without a doubt my favorite album of 2006,” Wolbers remarks. “A mix of Strapping Young Lad, Fear Factory, Soilwork… a true Canadian phenomenon!” Veteran mixer Tue Madsen added the final touches to the album and it was released internationally in August 2006. Embraced by fans and critics, although perhaps the most meaningful praise for the album came in the form of the Canadian Recording of the Year award bestowed upon the band in their hometown at the 2006 Hamilton Music Awards.
After supporting Under Reprisal on the road for over 2 years, THREAT SIGNAL entered the studio in November 2008. They recorded their second album Vigilance with the band’s singer Jon Howard taking over production duties. “Vigilance takes every element from Under Reprisal and pushes it to the next level,” explains Howard. “I’m completely ecstatic how far the band has progressed, and I couldn’t be more proud of the new record.” Fellow Canadian Greg Reely was chosen to mix and master the album, and it was released through Nuclear Blast Records on September 8th 2009, Now Available in stores and online at www.threatsignal.com.
THREAT SIGNAL has performed live with Dark Tranquillity,Soilwork, All That Remains, Opeth, Hatebreed, Darkest Hour, Mnemic, Protest The Hero, Testament, Saxon, Nevermore, Lordi, Hammerfall, Arch Enemy, Scar Symmetry, Kataklysm, and many more…
Current Lineup:
Jon Howard − Vocals
Pat Kavanagh – Bass & Vocals
Travis Montgomery – Lead Guitar
Chris Feener - Rhythm Guitar
Alex Rüdinger - Drums
Former Members:
Norman Killeen – Drums (2007-2010)
Adam Weber - Rhythm Guitar (2007-2010)
Kyle McKnight – Guitar (2003-2006)
Rich Howard – Guitar, Backing Vocals (2003-2006)
Eric Papky – Bass (2004)
Marco Bressette – Bass (2005-2006), Guitar (2006-2007)
Adam Matthews – Drums (2005)
George Parfitt – Drums (2006)
Faceless
Threat Signal Lyrics
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The revision of life is here
Born into segregation
Second guess the existence of you
Falling into the hell below
Not understanding the reason why
To release all the hate inside
Thine eyes are so bleak
Your intentions seem to
Drive us in the ground
There is nothing left to breathe for
This life was dead before it began
Not it's time to accept the end
Taken the life from the
One that created you
Holding the knife, unleash
The rage that's been haunting you
Nothing seems to change
Your life has slipped away
Fallen within
Silenced bound enslaved
Your locked away
Rotting within
As time slips away
The cage will rust
Life will go on
As you fall to dust
The lyrics to Threat Signal's song Faceless are a commentary on the current state of society, with a focus on the disconnect between individuals and the larger human experience. The opening lines "Dawn the face of a new generation / The revision of life is here" suggest that a new era is beginning, one in which we must reevaluate our principles and way of living. However, this change is not universal, and many are still "born into segregation," separated from others by social barriers.
The verses depict a cycle of violence and destruction, beginning with individuals falling into "the hell below" and then turning to punish those weaker than themselves. The desperation of this cycle is highlighted by the line "There is nothing left to breathe for / This life was dead before it began." Ultimately, the singer accepts the inevitability of death and entropy, acknowledging that "Life will go on / As you fall to dust."
Overall, Faceless is a bleak reflection on contemporary society and the dehumanizing impact of systemic oppression and individualistic attitudes. It emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding in breaking the cycles of trauma and violence.
Line by Line Meaning
Dawn the face of a new generation
Welcome the new era and the potential it holds
The revision of life is here
Life is being redefined and re-examined
Born into segregation
Divided into groups right from the start
Second guess the existence of you
Doubting the validity of your own being
Falling into the hell below
Descending into a place of agony and despair
Not understanding the reason why
Unable to comprehend the cause of the suffering
Punish the weak
Harming those who are vulnerable
To release all the hate inside
Using violence as a means of venting negative emotions
Thine eyes are so bleak
Your spirit is broken and lacking hope
Your intentions seem to / Drive us in the ground
Seemingly motivated to destroy rather than build or improve
There is nothing left to breathe for
Life feels meaningless and devoid of purpose
This life was dead before it began
A sense of futility regarding one's existence
Not it's time to accept the end
Accepting the inevitable conclusion of life
Taken the life from the / One that created you
Causing harm to those responsible for your existence
Holding the knife, unleash / The rage that's been haunting you
Allowing suppressed anger to erupt in violent actions
Nothing seems to change
Feeling stuck and unchanging
Your life has slipped away
A sense of losing control over one's own life
Fallen within / Silenced bound enslaved
Feeling trapped, silenced and oppressed
Your locked away / Rotting within
Imprisoned mentally and emotionally
As time slips away / The cage will rust / Life will go on / As you fall to dust
Time will progress, and eventually the struggles and pains of one's life will come to an end
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DEREK DE SANTIS, BEN GOINS, ANDY HOWARD, CHARLIE PENNACHIO, TRIPP TRIBBETT
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