An EP entitled A Place to Stand was released by Dais on September 23, 2014, which features four original tracks and four remixes by Sanford Parker (Corrections House), Clipping., God Module, and Silent Servant.
Youth Code was a part of the North American Eye vs Spy tour in support of Skinny Puppy, Front Line Assembly, and Haujobb that ran from November 28 to December 20, 2014.
Another US tour with Skinny Puppy called Down the Sociopath began in October 30 and ended November 21, 2015. A new single entitled Anagnorisis was released by Dais on November 19, 2015.
The second LP entitled Commitment to Complications was released April 8, 2016 on Dais Records.
Listen: Commitment to Complications LP
Listen: Anagnorisis 7"
Listen: A Place to Stand EP
Listen: Youth Code LP
LIsten: Keep Falling Apart 7"
Download: Demonstrational Cassette
Buy: Dais Records Merch
Buy: Youth Code Merch
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Current Members:
Ryan William George - programming, vocal manipulations, synths
Sara Taylor - samples, synths, vocals
Discography:
2012 - Demonstrational Cassette (demo)
2013 - Keep Falling Apart (single)
2013 - YOUTH CODE (LP)
2014 - A Place to Stand (EP)
2014 - An Overture (compilation)
2015 - Anagnorisis (single)
2016 - Commitment to Complications (LP)
Doghead
Youth Code Lyrics
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A crocodile's tears at a racer's pace
My skin, so torn-
Lost in attempting to be reborn
All compliments lay benign
A snapped cog in a crippled mind
The thrill of being desired left behind
As i walk towards the ruins to realign
The path has gone from cobbled road
To dust and weeds of what we owned
The single straw for the thousanth time
This camel's back collapsed at the line
Mistakes run red, the bed's been made
We stare at a void where plans once laid.
Cicada's cadence screaming out through the streets
"I will never fulfill which you seek."
Obtuse wording
Wrong langauage portruding
Eyes within the boiled blood
Spit lined jagged angel's tongue
With ferver and conviction
A totem- addiction
Dragging palms across hips of the sky
Passions and fears quietly screaming out WHY
The path has gone from cobbled road
To dust and weeds of what we owned
The single straw for the thousanth time
This camel's back collapsed at the line
Mistakes run red, the bed's been made
We stare at a void where plans once laid.
Cicada's cadence screaming out through the streets
"I will never fulfill which you seek."
Wounds and scars so plain to see
Drenched head to toe in insecurities
AN ego as crutch to mask the face
Constant feeling of out of place
Unable to walk, stood vultures feast-
A feeble shell of collapse and defeat
Drowned and soiled
Displayed and pained-
I'm walking past where columns once remained
The lyrics of Youth Code's song "Doghead" explore themes of vulnerability, personal struggle, and the restless search for identity. The opening lines depict the singer with tears streaming down their face, as they navigate through life's obstacles with a sense of urgency comparable to a racer's pace. The image of skin torn and attempted rebirth portrays the raw emotional turmoil of grappling with the self. The singer has lost the thrill of being desired and walks towards ruins, evocative of a person searching for signs of life after a painful disruption.
The chorus "The path has gone from cobbled road to dust and weeds of what we owned" symbolizes the gradual dissolution of a once-stable life, leaving behind only the debris of shattered plans. The phrase "Cicada's cadence screaming out through the streets 'I will never fulfill which you seek'" further reinforces the sense of futility and disillusionment with conventional ideals. The juxtaposition of obtuse wording and fervent conviction highlights the desperation and confusion of striving for personal meaning amidst a society that often prioritizes conformity over individuality. The final lines indicate that the singer is walking past where columns once remained, possibly alluding to the singer's perception of the past as a more stable, structured time.
Line by Line Meaning
The salt down your face
Tears fall from your eyes
A crocodile's tears at a racer's pace
You cry fake tears quickly, like a crocodile, trying to hide your true emotions
My skin, so torn-
Your skin is damaged or wounded
Lost in attempting to be reborn
You are trying to reinvent yourself but feel lost
All compliments lay benign
Compliments don't affect you or change how you feel
A snapped cog in a crippled mind
Your thoughts and emotions are broken or damaged
The thrill of being desired left behind
You no longer enjoy feeling wanted or desired
As i walk towards the ruins to realign
You are moving towards the remains of what was and trying to find a new focus or purpose
The path has gone from cobbled road
Life used to be easier and more stable
To dust and weeds of what we owned
Now everything is falling apart and in disrepair
The single straw for the thousanth time
The last straw, after many other straws, has finally broken you
This camel's back collapsed at the line
You've finally reached your breaking point
Mistakes run red, the bed's been made
Your past actions have led to negative consequences
We stare at a void where plans once laid.
All your previous hopes and dreams now seem impossible or empty
Cicada's cadence screaming out through the streets
Nature's noise is overwhelming
"I will never fulfill which you seek."
You cannot meet everyone's expectations
Obtuse wording
Using words in an unclear, confusing way
Wrong langauage portruding
Saying things in the wrong way, in the wrong language
Eyes within the boiled blood
Bloodshot eyes show tiredness and strain
Spit lined jagged angel's tongue
Harsh or painful words come out of your mouth
With ferver and conviction
You strongly believe in what you're saying
A totem- addiction
You are addicted to something that gives you purpose or meaning
Dragging palms across hips of the sky
You are trying to hold onto something beautiful but unattainable
Passions and fears quietly screaming out WHY
You question your desires and fears
Wounds and scars so plain to see
Your physical and emotional pain is obvious
Drenched head to toe in insecurities
You feel constantly unsure of yourself
AN ego as crutch to mask the face
You use your ego to hide your true feelings and vulnerabilities
Constant feeling of out of place
You feel like you don't belong anywhere
Unable to walk, stood vultures feast-
You are paralyzed by fear, while others take advantage of you
A feeble shell of collapse and defeat
You feel weak and defeated
Drowned and soiled
You feel overwhelmed and dirty
Displayed and pained-
Your pain is out in the open for everyone to see
I'm walking past where columns once remained
You are moving towards a future that is vastly different than your past
Contributed by Mia W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
יהונתן Rooftop Signals
Killer track
Gabytron5000
fuckin love this song, been a while since I gave this album a listen