Jon Leon - Bass, Guitars
Dylan Marks - Drum… Read Full Bio ↴White Wizzard is:
Jon Leon - Bass, Guitars
Dylan Marks - Drums
James J. La Rue - Guitars
Wyatt "Screaming Demon" Anderson - Vocals
BIO:
White Wizzard hails from Los Angeles CA. Tired of the down-tuned screamo metal that seemed to be everywhere, bass player Jon Leon formed White Wizzard in the summer of 2007. The goal was simple - to bring the songwriting, melody and good times back into metal and rock.
Over the next 5 years they released two full length albums 'Over The Top' (2010) and 'Flying Tigers' (2011) along with their debut EP ''High Speed GTO' (2007). They toured the world opening for some of the most renowned names in Heavy Metal and spearheaded the underground movement of the 'New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal'. Unfortunately the band was plagued by numerous line-up changes and found it difficult to build momentum.
Other than original founder Jon Leon the only other member that remained consistent was drummer Giovanni Dürst who joined in 2009. As a graduate of the Berklee College of Music (2006) Dürst incorporated his thrash influences utilizing his advanced double bass technique which has become an important part of the White Wizzard signature sound.
Towards the end of 2011, with multiple tours booked, and another line-up change the band desperately needed a lead guitarist. Enter Jake Dreyer who at the time was studying at Musicians Institute in Hollywood. Dreyer auditioned and two weeks later was touring the world. After being heavily influenced by Shrapnel artists Dreyer had developed a highly advanced 'shred' technique the likes of which White Wizzard had never seen.
Following those tours in the beginning of 2012 the band finalized its 'dual lead guitar' attack with the recruitment of British guitarist Will Wallner. With a more blues based melodic style influenced from guitarists such as Ritchie Blackmore, Wallner offered a much welcomed contrast to Dreyer. Together they could offer the full spectrum of styles and techniques while maintaining their own unique voice within the band. Immediately this partnership was put to test with the recording a new song called 'Torpedo Of Truth'. The song featured more lead guitar solos which was something that had been lacking on previous releases.
This set the tone for a new direction in sound and would sow the seeds for their highly anticipated third full length release. The only problem that remained was the band still hadn't found the right frontman. After returning from a successful trip to Japan they began to search for the perfect singer to complete the line-up. Will Wallner suggested Joseph Micheal who he had worked with prior to joining White Wizzard. His voice instantly grabbed the rest of the bands attention. Not only could Michael offer a powerful voice with a high range but he also had the personality and stage presence needed to front a heavy metal band.
The bands future started to look promising and they immediately toured the US and Canada in the summer of 2012. Word soon began to spread that White Wizzard were back with their strongest line-up to date. Following the tour they began working on a new album to be recorded at beginning of 2013 with long time producer Ralph Patlan. Appropriately titled 'The Devils Cut' the album features the most dynamic and diverse music the band has ever produced. Through years of struggle Jon Leon has matured and grown as a songwriter and now with a permanent line-up of talented musicians it seems his goal may finally come to fruition. 'The Devils Cut' will be released on June 25th via Century Media and Earache records.
Starchild
White Wizzard Lyrics
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A song of sirens evermore
Blessing for my weary soul
Beautiful star child I adore
A love so sacred in your eyes
Sent to me by Gods on high
Forever the one I shall embrace
On dragons wings
We touch the sky
Because this love we have can never die
Forever on high we climb
Forever you and I
In your eyes I have found honesty
In your voice I hear a calming sea
In the light of truth you shine so bright
A beacon of hope in the misty night
In my darkest hour you came my way
Color these shadow shades of grey
Giving me light for a brighter day
On stardust our souls will fly away
The lyrics to White Wizzard's song Starchild appear to be about a deeply spiritual and romantic connection between two individuals. The singer of the song seems to be addressing their lover, whom they describe as an "angel of my dreams" and a "song of sirens evermore." It's clear that this person has brought a sense of comfort and relief to the singer's life, acting as a "blessing for my weary soul."
As the song progresses, the singer describes the intensity and sacredness of their love for this person. They believe that their connection was sent to them by "Gods on high" and that their love will never die. They paint a picture of the two of them ascending to new heights, "touch[ing] the sky" on "dragons wings." The singer clearly sees their lover as a source of stability and clarity, describing their eyes as "honest" and their voice as a "calming sea."
Line by Line Meaning
An angel of my dreams you are
You are the embodiment of all that I've ever dreamt of, an angelic figure that fulfills my heart and soul
A song of sirens evermore
Your voice is like a beautiful, enchanting song that continues to captivate my heart and soul
Blessing for my weary soul
You are the much-needed blessing that my tired and worn-out soul has been yearning for
Beautiful star child I adore
You are like a gorgeous and brilliant star child that I deeply admire and cherish
A love so sacred in your eyes
The love that we share is regarded as holy and special, evident in the way you look at me
Sent to me by Gods on high
Our love is considered a divine gift sent from the heavens above
Forever the one I shall embrace
You are the one I will hold onto tightly for eternity
Seeds sewn in eternal grace
Our love is a bond that has been sown with grace and will continue to thrive eternally
On dragons wings
We soar high above the skies, riding on mythical dragon wings
We touch the sky
Together, we reach new heights of happiness and love that was once thought impossible
Because this love we have can never die
Our love is everlasting and will never wither away or fade, even in the face of adversity
Forever on high we climb
Our love will continue to rise and flourish, taking us to greater heights
Forever you and I
We will remain together always, side by side, forever and ever
In your eyes I have found honesty
Your eyes express the truth and sincerity that embodies the depth of our love
In your voice I hear a calming sea
Your voice soothes my soul and mind, like the tranquil sound of waves on a serene ocean
In the light of truth you shine so bright
You radiate a brightness of authenticity and honesty that illuminates our relationship
A beacon of hope in the misty night
You are a guiding light that leads me out of the darkness and uncertainty of life
In my darkest hour you came my way
You arrived just when I was at my lowest and needed you the most
Color these shadow shades of grey
You add hues of color to my life, turning the dreary grayness into something more vibrant and lively
Giving me light for a brighter day
Through your presence and love, you give me the hope and motivation for a brighter and better tomorrow
On stardust our souls will fly away
Our souls will embark on a celestial journey, ascending to the heavens on a trail of stardust
Contributed by Adrian G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.