1) Unearth is:
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1) Unearth is:
Trevor Phipps - vocals
Buz McGrath - guitar
John Maggard - bass
Ken Susi - guitar
Nick Pierce - drums
Hailing from Massachusetts, Unearth bring a refreshing sense of talent with charismatic riffs, thought provoking lyrics and pummeling breakdowns. Unearth masterfully combine an intoxicating mix of American and European metal with hardcore ethic and punch. This unique approach makes Unearth one of the most abrasive, commanding and emotionally charged groups in heavy music today.
Formed in 1998, Unearth has accomplished more on their own than most bands can do with full support of a label and press. Constant tours all over the globe have earned them respect and recognition from their peers and helped cultivate one of the strongest fan bases around. In the last two years alone, Unearth has embarked on a sold-out headlining tour with Terror, Black Dahlia Murder and Remembering Never in tow, a sold-out run alongside Atreyu, and high profile treks with Slipknot, Killswitch Engage, Sounds Of The Underground 2005, The Headbanger's Ball tour and Ozzfest 2004. This summer, Unearth will head back overseas as a featured act on Sounds Of The Underground Europe and will once again tear up the US on the now infamous Ozzfest before unleashing their brutal new album in August.
The highly anticipated release "III: In The Eyes Of Fire" was produced by the legendary Terry Date (Soundgarden, Pantera, Deftones) and should satisfy even their most hardcore of fans. While most bands these days seem to have replaced breakdowns with "pretty" choruses, Unearth have gone in the opposite direction delivering their most brutal album to date. This crushing follow up to 2004's "The Oncoming Storm", is sure to cause nothing less than total destruction to every mosh pit in its wake.
On October 14, 2008, Unearth released their fourth album, entitled The March. The album features a re-recorded version of the song "The Chosen," which they contributed to the album Aqua Teen Hunger Force Colon Movie Film for Theaters Colon the Soundtrack. The band recently completed a tour with Gwen Stacy, Whitechapel, The Acacia Strain and Protest the Hero. They are currently on the Never Say Die Club Tour with Parkway Drive, Despised Icon, Architects, Protest The Hero, Whitechapel and Carnifex. They will be on the Metal Hammer Defenders of the Faith tour with other acts such as Lamb of God, Dimmu Borgir and Five Finger Death Punch. As of Early 2009, it has been confirmed by billboard.com that The March has sold more than 100,000 copies world wide.
Justin Foley (Killswitch Engage, Blood Has Been Shed) handled the drumming on the band's 2011 album Darkness in the Light. Nick Pierce began touring with the group in 2011 before being announced as their official drummer in early 2012.
2) Unearth was a death metal band from Albuquerque, New Mexico. They released 2 demos, Malformed Cranium in 1994 and Spill the Plagues in 1995.
Stronghold
Unearth Lyrics
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A path that is chosen for its golden rewards,
yet we're left stranded.
I can't believe that I put my hand forward.
Ignite the flame within to see the signs.
I want to see the world.
A broken oath leads to an end.
So bitter with cruelty.
So dark it sickens.
Insanely tracing all the mistakes.
Now serve the time.
A path that was chosen for it's diamond future.
Now it's gone
Burnt by my own selfish lies.
You sealed the end with your mind.
Come in the darkness with me.
It's where you can set me free.
This is what I am.
Let me be.
Set me free.
This is who I am
The song "Stronghold" by Unearth revolves around the concept of a "vital stronghold," a motivation that drives the singer forward. It could be any goal or purpose, specifically one with "golden rewards" at the end. However, things didn't go according to plan, and the character finds themselves stranded despite their efforts. The lines "I can't believe that I put my hand forward. Ignite the flame within to see the signs. I want to see the world" suggest a disheartening feeling of regret and disappointment, but also an eagerness to explore and experience all that life has to offer.
As the song progresses, the mood darkens. The singer declares that they will continue on their path, even without anyone by their side. The chorus "This is what I am. Let me be. Set me free. This is who I am" implies a deep desire to be accepted and understood for oneself, no matter the consequences. The verses then describe the consequences, such as a "broken oath" leading to a cruel end, and the bitter, sickening feeling of betrayed trust. By the end of the song, the singer is ready to embrace the darkness, hoping to find freedom and release from their burdens.
Overall, "Stronghold" is a powerful exploration of human motivation, regret, and self-acceptance. It's a song that speaks to the struggles we all face as we try to carve out our places in life, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, we can find strength and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
A vital stronghold with a motivation that drives on forward.
There is an important fortress that is fueled by a consistent drive.
A path that is chosen for its golden rewards, yet we're left stranded.
We picked a path that promised great things, but we're now stuck.
I can't believe that I put my hand forward.
I am shocked that I took action.
Ignite the flame within to see the signs.
Start a fire inside yourself to notice the warnings.
I want to see the world.
My desire is to explore the globe.
With or without you there I'll continue on.
I will persist whether you're with me or not.
A broken oath leads to an end.
Betraying a promise will result in a conclusion.
So bitter with cruelty.
There's a painful and heartless presence.
So dark it sickens.
It's so dark that it makes me feel nauseous.
Insanely tracing all the mistakes.
Going crazy while obsessing over all the errors.
Now serve the time.
It's now time to pay for one's actions.
A path that was chosen for it's diamond future.
We picked a trail because of its glittering potential.
Now it's gone
Now it's vanished.
Burnt by my own selfish lies.
My deceitful statements scorched me.
You sealed the end with your mind.
Your thoughts led to a certain conclusion.
Come in the darkness with me.
Join me in the obscurity.
It's where you can set me free.
That's where you can liberate me.
This is what I am.
This is my true self.
Let me be.
Allow me to exist as I am.
Set me free.
Release me from my shackles.
This is who I am
This is my identity.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JOHN MAGGARD, KEN SUSI, MIKE JUSTIAN, PAUL MCGRATH, TREVOR PHIPPS
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