The band contains the heavy breakdowns and stance towards music of the new wave of deathcore bands, but their unique use of more epic, melodic keyboard driven passages put them in the front of the pack. Their music has been compared with Bleeding Through. Also, reviews, press, and others have stated that they incorporate an atmosphere of Scandinavian Black Metal. However, fans and the band themselves (in a video interview) would disagree with the label. They tend to mix American elements of metalcore and power metal with European symphonic death metal.
The first single from their major label debut, "The Impaler", was accompanied by a video that was banned by MTV for its language and content. The video was made to be like a hip-hop video, with a computer generated "epic metal" part at the end. There was alot of fan backlash at the video.
Current Members
Jonathan Cooke(Johnny Plague) - Vocals (2002-present)
Nick Eash - Guitar (2002-present)
Nick Piunno - Guitar (2002-present)
Andrew Glover - Bass (2006-present)
Adrienne Cowan - Keyboards
Art Cruz- Drums (2008-present)
Former Members
Josh Blackburn - Guitar (2002)
Kevin Grant - Bass (2004-2005)
Paul Salem - Bass (2003)(Antagonist, ex-As Hope Dies, ex-BlackheartEulogy)
Raffi - Drums (2002-2003)
Chris Cooke - Keyboards (2004-2006)
Matt Feinman - Keyboards (2007-2008)
Jeff Tenney: Drums (2004-2008)
Against the World
Winds of Plague Lyrics
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My nerves are calm and my thoughts collected
Kings and queens of this new generation
We won't stop till the guillotine chop
When the blade hits the block and my head slowly drops
You better fucking recognize
I'm untouchable
Fuck around and find out that I'm unstoppable
I've been smashed into the ground
But make no mistake: I'll never be counted out
You will bow to my reign
This blade within your grasp, may its secrets lay in vain
The time will come when it's stained with blood
Nothing the rain can't wash away
May God grant my opponent strength for every step he takes
Once we come face-to-face, you'll never walk away
Fearless
Nerves of steel; eyes locked on my target
We won't stop till the guillotine chop
When the blade hits the block and my head slowly drops
You better fucking recognize
I'm maniacal
Diabolical
Self-proclaimed insane; completely certifiable
We will never be the same
But make no mistake: Don't ever speak my fucking name
Take this blade within your grasp; may its secrets lay in vain
The time will come when it's stained with blood
Nothing the rain can't wash away
May God grant my opponent strength for every step he takes
Once we come face-to-face, you'll never walk away
I will follow you into the depths of the unknown
Make way for the wrecking crew
Me and you against the world
The lyrics to Winds of Plague's song Against the World speak to a sense of fearlessness and resilience in the face of adversity. The opening lines express a sense of calm and collectedness, suggesting that the singer is unafraid even in the face of death. The idea of being "kings and queens of this new generation" suggests a kind of revolutionary spirit or desire to challenge the status quo. The repeated refrain of "We won't stop till the guillotine chop/When the blade hits the block and my head slowly drops" reinforces this sense of determined rebellion.
The second verse takes on a more aggressive tone, with the singer proclaiming themselves to be "maniacal" and "diabolical." They reject the idea of being labeled as insane by others, instead embracing their own madness. The lines "We will never be the same/But make no mistake: Don't ever speak my fucking name" suggest a desire to be seen as unique and powerful, not to be pigeonholed or trivialized by others.
The final lines of the song, "Make way for the wrecking crew/Me and you against the world," reinforce the idea of standing strong against opposition. The overall message of this song seems to be one of self-assurance and defiance in the face of challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Fearless
I am not afraid.
My nerves are calm and my thoughts collected
I am composed and focused.
Kings and queens of this new generation
We are powerful leaders of the youth.
We won't stop till the guillotine chop
We will persist until the very end.
When the blade hits the block and my head slowly drops
I will hold strong till the inevitable end.
You better fucking recognize
You need to understand and acknowledge.
I'm untouchable
You cannot stop me.
Unobtainable
You cannot possess me.
Fuck around and find out that I'm unstoppable
Try and stop me and you will regret it.
I've been smashed into the ground
I have experienced defeat.
But make no mistake: I'll never be counted out
I will never give up or back down.
You will bow to my reign
You will submit to my power and authority.
This blade within your grasp, may its secrets lay in vain
The weapon you hold will not give you an advantage.
The time will come when it's stained with blood
The weapon will eventually be used to harm others.
Nothing the rain can't wash away
The bloodshed will not be forgotten.
May God grant my opponent strength for every step he takes
I wish for my opponent to be worthy of my challenge.
Once we come face-to-face, you'll never walk away
I will defeat my opponent without question.
Nerves of steel; eyes locked on my target
I am ready and focused on my goal.
You better fucking recognize
I demand your attention and acknowledgement.
I'm maniacal
My actions are wild and uncontrollable.
Diabolical
My methods are evil and malicious.
Self-proclaimed insane; completely certifiable
I know I am crazy and I embrace it.
We will never be the same
This experience will change us forever.
But make no mistake: Don't ever speak my fucking name
Do not dare to challenge or speak ill of me.
I will follow you into the depths of the unknown
I will confront and accept any challenge.
Make way for the wrecking crew
Prepare for our unstoppable and devastating power.
Me and you against the world
Together, we will face anything the world throws at us.
Contributed by Evan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.