In 2000, Thrice signed with Sub City Records and released two LP's. The first, Identity Crisis (2000), only received 1.5 stars in the AMG review and little buzz. The second, The Illusion of Safety (2002), was widely acclaimed and received attention from major record labels. Even though Thrice's music has always included metal influences, The Illusion of Safety contained a heavier metalcore sound. The album was recorded in Beltsville, Maryland and the track The Beltsville Crucible reflects this.
In 2003 Thrice signed up with Island Records and released The Artist in the Ambulance, which featured more metal oriented songs while keeping true to their hardcore influences. In 2005 a DVD outlining their entire career to date was released under the title If We Could Only See Us Now. It included a CD with live tracks from the Apple Store and various b-sides.
Thrice released their fourth full-length album, Vheissu, on October 18, 2005. The album was characterized by many critics as being experimentally different, using non-traditional Thrice elements in the process. From keyboard melodies ("For Miles") to Japanese music-box undertones ("Music Box") to chain gang chant choruses ("The Earth Will Shake"), Vheissu introduced a new sound to the band's post-hardcore roots. UK producer Steve Osborne, whose past credits include many Brit-pop hits, was sought by Thrice to gain a new perspective on the songwriting process, enabling the band to expand their musical influences and produce a different album. The album garnered widespread critical acclaim and peaked at #15 on the Billboard 200.
The band releasedRed Sky, an EP comprised of various b-sides as well as live recordings, shortly after Vheissu.
Thrice released the first and second volume of The Alchemy Index, a highly experimental project based on the four traditional elements (fire, water, earth, and air), on October 16th 2007. Over the summer Thrice parted ways with Island records and signed with Vagrant. The Alchemy Index Vols. I & II - Fire & Water was released on October 16, 2007, and sold 28,000 copies in its first week. The album consists of the first two volumes, Fire and Water, and features 12 songs, 6 on each disk. The third and fourth volumes, Air & Earth were released on April 15, 2008.
The "Fire" disc features the heavier post-hardcore sound traditional Thrice fans will quickly embrace, harking back to their pre-Vheissu albums. The "Water" disc, however, is comprised of ambient songs similar to those found in Vheissu, Thrice's previous album release. The "Air" disc brings a whole new element of electronic elements and delayed guitar riffs to Thrice's sound. In "Earth", much like Dustin Kensrue's solo album, "Please Come Home", Thrice introduces an indie-folk sound combining intricate piano and acoustic guitar.
Thrice's sixth studio album Beggars was released digitally through Vagrant Records in the UK on August 9, 2009 and in the US on August 11 with a physical release containing bonus material pencilled in for September 15. These dates deviate from the original proposed release date of October 13 because of a leak via Vagrant Records web player, which has meant the artwork for the album has also changed. The first single to be taken from the album is All the World Is Mad and was first made available through Guitar Hero: World Tour on July 23.
Dustin Kensrue has described the album as being "more visceral and more raw - both in the songwriting and in the overall sound. It moves with a different energy than any of our past records. It was born out of us playing together in a room, almost as a backlash to the giant headgame that was The Alchemy Index" and has been well received critically.
The seventh studio album Major/Minor came out on September 20, 2011 through Vagrant Records. Yellow Belly, Promises and a few other songs were made available for the listeners to stream online before the release date. The album received extremely positive reviews from many online websites. Alex Djaferis of Absolutepunk.net gave Major/Minor a rating of 95%. Tracks like Promises and Listen Through Me reflected a natural progression from the sound Thrice created in Beggars, which was widely appreciated by the early listeners.
Thrice decided to take a break from being a full time band on November 21, 2011. In late spring/early summer Thrice announced the 'Farewell' tour for the spring/summer of 2012 , which would be the bands final tour before going into an indefinite hiatus.
In early 2015 it was announced that the band intends to release new music and tour again. Announcements were done via the bands website http://www.thrice.net/ and social media outlets with an accompanying picture with "Thrice 2015" text.
The Long Defeat
Thrice Lyrics
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Worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a breath through the thorns
And I believe the summer's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
But will the morning come? For all I know
We'll never see the sun, but together we'll fight the long defeat
Suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down
Till I, I'm wrecked and wreathing from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I, believe, there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come? For all I know
We'll never see the sun, but together we'll fight the long defeat
The song "The Long Defeat" by Thrice is an introspective and reflective piece that talks about the struggles and difficulties of life that often seem like a "long defeat". The lyrics express the fear of deterioration, the feeling of being stuck in one place, and the constant temptation to give up. Despite feeling all these things, the singer still believes in hope and that there is still light amidst the darkness.
The first verse talks about the fear of deterioration, that everything could be just a waste of time. It's a feeling that most people go through, especially when faced with setbacks and failures. It's easy to give up when things don't go as planned, but the lyrics suggest that there is still a way forward, even if it's slow and uncertain. The second verse describes how the suffering and struggles of others can bring a person down, but there is still hope amidst the pain. The singer believes that there is a way through the fire and that joy can be found beyond the walls of sorrow.
Overall, the song is an honest and vulnerable take on the human experience, acknowledging the difficulties of life while still finding hope and encouragement. The lyrics are relatable, and the melody is melancholic but beautiful, making it a great song to listen to when feeling down.
Line by Line Meaning
The tyranny of deterioration
The fear of things getting worse over time
Worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Causes me concern that everything is pointless
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Making slow progress or facing setbacks
Still I believe there's a breath through the thorns
Optimistic that there is a path through difficulties
And I believe the summer's warm
Faith in the good things in life
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black
Belief in the future being brighter than the present
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Continue to have hope without guarantees
Holding on to a memory of light
Recalling times when things were better
But will the morning come? For all I know
Doubting whether things will get better
We'll never see the sun, but together we'll fight the long defeat
Despite the challenges, we will persevere together
Suffering that I see all around
Observing the pain in the world
It's enough to keep me crashing down
Feeling overwhelmed by the sadness in the world
Till I, I'm wrecked and wreathing from these falls
Until I am broken and struggling from my mistakes
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
Having faith that there is meaning in life
And I believe there's a way through the fire
Confident that there is a path through difficult times
And I, believe, there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls
Belief in the potential for happiness beyond current circumstances
Contributed by Mia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Fernando Perez
[Verse 1]
The tyranny of deterioration
It worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a thread through the thorns
Yeah I believe that somewhere it's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black
[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat
[Verse 2]
The suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down till I
I lie wrecked and reeling from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I believe there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls
[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat
thebigone022
The tyranny of deterioration
It worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a thread through the thorns
And I believe that somewhere it's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come? For all I know
We’ll never see the sun, but together we’ll fight the long defeat
The suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down till I
I lie wrecked and reeling from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I believe there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come? For all I know
We’ll never see the sun, but together we’ll fight the long defeat
Tubesock Romance
Alright. I've seen a ton of feedback on Thrice's vocals of late. "Raspy"... "Tall" ... "Dark" ... "Handsome" ....... ...... ...... "Meep".
I will say — the vocal's in this album sound EXTREMELY FAMILIAR.
But wait! OH YES! ——The lead singer from a certain band, who've 'been out' since 2012...
I NOW SUPERIMPOSE THAT, IMAGINE DRAGONS' OWN SINGER, DAN REYNOLDS, SANG THIS ENTIRE THRICE ALBUM!!
Imagine Dragon — "Night Visions": Release date: September 4, 2012.
Thrice — "To Be Everywhere Is To Be Nowhere": Release date: May 27, 2016.|
A FOUR YEAR DIFFERENCE!!
I'M CALLING.... "SHENANIGANS"! Flinches
Emissary Art & Music
Thrice has written many great songs throughout the years, but I can definitively say that this is my all-time favorite. The euphoric energy from the start is almost overwhelming. The lead melody is urgently inspiring on a deeply human level. The lyrics and vocal delivery carry so much emotion. It's a poignant experience from start to finish.
Beezy Beez
Thrice is the best band ever! 🔥But you need to go listen to Whispering Wolf by SLT right now ! You’re missing out 🤘🐺🥁🐺🤘:)
Groucho Marx
There's just something about the way he sings "For all I know, we'll never see the sun" that gets me every time. It just sounds good.
Beezy Beez
Thrice is the best band ever! 🔥But you need to go listen to Whispering Wolf by SLT right now ! You’re missing out 🤘🐺🥁🐺🤘.!
sirundying
you and us all brother
Fernando Perez
[Verse 1]
The tyranny of deterioration
It worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a thread through the thorns
Yeah I believe that somewhere it's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black
[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat
[Verse 2]
The suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down till I
I lie wrecked and reeling from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I believe there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls
[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat
Beezy Beez
Thrice is the best band ever! 🔥But you need to go listen to Whispering Wolf by SLT right now ! You’re missing out 🤘🐺🥁🐺🤘
Ricardo Hernandez
✌🏻
Audrey and Remington
@Harry Alfredo a trick: click the three dots to the right of a comment to report the comment for spam
Fernando Perez
Your welcome