The infamous Lake Effect Hardcore scene of Erie, PA spawns one of the most refreshing bands to hit the scene, xDISCIPLEx A.D. (Formally known as xDISCIPLEx). Their brand of hardcore combines powerful guitars, gritty vocals, and brutal breakdowns all with a positive Christian/straightedge message.
Even in your home xDISCIPLEx A.D. will have you starting a pit, moshing your friends, brothers and sisters into the ground. Formed in 1995, by the brothers Quiggle, Dan on vocals and Dave on guitar the band made a quick impact on PAHC scene with its brutal live show. After a few short months they released the Lantern EP on Ole Crow Records, which was later reissued by SA Mob Records. The band went out on their first national tour with Strongarm, which was capped off with an appearanceat The Cornerstone Festival. More touring followed by the release of the 7"/EP Scarab, and appearances on numerous compilations firmly established xDISCIPLEx A.D. as one of these best new bands on the scene. Now it was time to unleash their debut album.
In1998 the full length ‚Imitation Of Love‘ was released on Goodfellow Records. Once again the band was back on the road across the country, this time with San Diego’s powerhouse No Innocent Victim. 1999 saw the release of the ep No Blood No Altar Now, again released onGoddfellow and their first European release on Goodlife. The band was now playing with a wide variety of groups from Hatebreed, H2O, Downset to N.I.V. and Figure Four. Shortly after signing to Triple Crown Records in early 2000, xDISCIPLEx A.D. embarked on their first European tour with Erie counterparts Shockwave. Upon returning home the band headed in the studio for their next full length. The band chose to record at Big Blue Meanie Studios with Jason Kanter & Tim Gilles (Madball, Agnostic Front) overseeing production.
xDISCIPLEx A.D. are: Dan Quiggle: Vocals, Davey Quiggle: Guitar, Joe Vogel: Guitar, Neil Hartman: Bass, Adam Salaga: Drums
All or Nothing
XDisciplex A.D. Lyrics
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i'm understanding coming to the point of
Realization I fallow my heart this is my life and I
will fight for what I believe I eiil not lay
Down and die I won't sell out and buy what this world
is trying to sell to me all or nothing i've
Got to fight back i've come to the point where it's
do or die I know it's not a lie i've crossed
i'm not reaching i'm taking all or nothing.
The lyrics of XDisciplex A.D.'s song, "All or Nothing," express the desire to live life with conviction and purpose. The singer rejects the idea of compromise, stating that they will fight for what they believe in and not be swayed by the world's attempts to sell them a different path. Instead, the singer is willing to cross the line and take a stand, even if it means risking everything. This sentiment is reinforced by the repeated use of the phrase "all or nothing," which suggests that there is no middle ground when it comes to living a meaningful life.
Overall, the lyrics of "All or Nothing" convey a sense of urgency and determination, as the singer realizes that they must act now or risk losing themselves to the pressures of society. The use of strong, declarative language and the repetition of certain phrases emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself, even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not asking no more i'm begging i'm not condemning
I am not simply making requests, I am begging for what I need. I am not judging others, but rather trying to understand their perspective.
i'm understanding coming to the point of Realization
I am gaining a deep understanding and realizing the truth.
I fallow my heart this is my life and I will fight for what I believe
I listen to my heart and will stand up for my beliefs, never compromising my values.
I eiil not lay Down and die
I will not give up or accept defeat.
I won't sell out and buy what this world is trying to sell to me
I refuse to conform to society's standards or be swayed by material possessions.
all or nothing i've Got to fight back i've come to the point where it's do or die
I am willing to give my all, even if it means fighting until the end.
I know it's not a lie i've crossed The line it's all or nothing
I am aware of the consequences and the risks I am taking to stay true to myself and my beliefs.
i'm not asking i'm begging i'm not reaching i'm taking all or nothing
I am not just asking for what I want, but taking action and doing whatever it takes to achieve it.
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