Smith performing with Shinedown in 2016 In early 2016, the band started recording their sixth album, as they revealed in an interview with Wes Styles of the 97.7 WQLZ radio station. For Brent Smith, frontman of the acclaimed Jacksonville, Florida-based rock group Shinedown, honesty is always the best policy. But if you just say, 'This is what I think,' and you're not a bigot or a racist and you're [not] throwing our hate speech, you shouldn't be canceled for your opinion. The prevailing debate concerning the pandemic has been whether or not to get vaccinated, with the mainstream media espousing the latter. This is Shinedown being as direct as ever. blunt that I've ever written," says Smith, who formed Shinedown with drummer Barry Kerch in 2001 in "THE SOUND Shinedown entered the studio in Los Angeles. Shinedown Guitarist Posts Insane Political Gojiras Low Lands Video is Gorgeous, Swedish Venue Calls Filters Death Threat Into Question, 12 Bands Who Were On Every Soundtrack Back In The Day, Shinedown Announce New Album, Release First Single, Guns N Roses, Kiss, Slipknot Among 2021s Highest Grossing Tours, Burning Witches Laura Guldemond on The MetalSucks Podcast #486. This is my viewpoint. "I sometimes look at Shinedown as an entity unto OF MADNESS also contains Smith's first-ever political song Devour, which he says was inspired by The whole album is catchy as hell though! I, however, also have the right to think that their perspective is ignorant, immature, and ultimately dangerous. Smith got through his sports phase quicker than most, finishing his dreams of being a professional athlete in his teenage years. I quickly realized after the first time listening it was all about the pandemic and the current craziness the world is in. This screams Great Replacement Theory which is a white nationalist belief that white Christian populations are being culturally and demographically replaced by brown immigrants, Jews, Muslims or atheists. So I His son is now 14. Were really big fans of education and learning new things, Smith says. Curious to what you think and comprehend of these songs? I think not. The result has been more Top Five hits than most can count (27, to be exact) to go along with 10 million albums sold, 14 platinum and gold singles, and nearly 5 billion streams. album."And part of the reason it took so long to make! In high school, Smith started a band that later signed to Atlantic. This is what we have to do!' Its about the elite and their corporate greed and them using the algorithms on social media to divide us. Its ironic that this song is about tolerating others points of view, and the author labels them akin to an anti-vaxxer. Over the last two decades, SHINEDOWN has cemented its status as one of the most vital and forward-thinking powerhouses in modern rock. And it sucks because the song actually sounds good. For me, it was literally about what is happening in my country, about war. predecessors, 2003's Platinum LEAVE A WHISPER and 2005's Gold US AND THEM, THE SOUND OF MADNESS offers a there's actually blood flowing through it. And thats because, well the term Planet Zero points to, in part, the idea that we dont have any place to go but Earth. As an artist, evolution is paramount. I had never heard the term 'social distancing.' However, the Shinedown singer highlighted that its neither wholly political nor forcing people to think like them. What he also knows is how tricky it can seem to be honest, both with oneself and with others. It's a crisis.". "The concept is really this kind of dystopian future that we're kind of staring down, and just losing our humanity to be able to talk to each other and have a difference of opinion without going, 'Oh, you're a bigot' or, 'That's hate speech'. Dont get it, thats your choice. Hypocrite. This is the fucking largest click bait headline I have ever seen involving myself https://t.co/UAilXOetGK, Zach Myers (@ZMyersOfficial) March 5, 2022, David Draiman (@davidmdraiman) March 6, 2022, I love how all you clowns think if you dont like Biden then you must love trump. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. For Brent Smith, frontman of the acclaimed Jacksonville, Florida-based rock group Shinedown, honesty is always the best policy. The people are taking it back, and they're making their voices heard, and for the most part, they're trying to do it in a civil way.". The record is not a complete political record, thought-provoking record in regards to, This is what we think, and you should think that way. Its the complete opposite of that. show us. Not only do we need to take care of each other, we need to take care of the planet itself. Hidden comments will still appear to the user and to the user's Facebook friends. Idk. And inside of that, we're working with an incredible organization called Direct Relief, which is working all over the world to help the medical and the scientific community these men and women that need resources on the ground during times of crisis. My aunt is also a nurse and she spouts crazy conspiracy theories constantly (attack on the capital was done by liberals *disguised* as Trump-supporters, for example). Like I said, we live in this hardline society. Theres a lot of psychology to it This bands been writing about mental health for 20 years. Its very well written, sung and the music is fantastic! We can conclude by saying that the main talking point of this song is cancel culture. You dont have to be sick for it to, not only be cathartic but also healthy for you. Shinedown is from the Floridian locality of Jacksonville, which is actually one of the biggest cities in the United States. He was so energetic and made everybody want to do better. People get cancelled for saying it. On this tour,Shinedownwill return to the LOUDER THAN LIFE stage again, where expected attendance will break new records this fall. Privacy Policy. And I absolutely adore him for this and respect him for this. rock and alternative radio hits that included "Fly From the Inside," "45," the chart topping "Save Me," and ambitions.Smith and company began the recording process for THE SOUND OF MADNESS with the formidable In 2014, Brent Smith and Zach Myers, one-half of the chart-topping multiplatinum rock band, Shinedown, got together for an acoustic project where fans chose ten songs for them to cover and post on social media.The concept was met with overwhelming success and the duo's subsequent intimate, capacity-filled tour, was equally well-received. "He was really just on fire to do The band will then embark on a run of Canadian dates beginning in July with support from POP EVIL and AYRON JONES. I think it would be smart to take this song and start being more tolerant and constructive with other opinions again. This was a record that was written for the people by the people. There's no reason a guy with that voice and intensity shouldn't be able to I released my first demo with my first death metal band in . BLABBERMOUTH.NET reserves the right to "hide" comments that may be considered offensive, illegal or inappropriate and to "ban" users that violate the site's Terms Of Service. Directed by Charles De Meyer, the video brings to life a glimpse of a dystopian future (complete with a menacing A.I. Thats the part they should be explaining. Why are you so authoritarian? For more information, please see our Photo credit: Paris Visone. But that was impossible and, he says, to ignore the past two-plus years would be irresponsible. The whole album is fantastic! to Dr. Dre, Lyric of the Week | Neil Young > December 8, 2009, Ashley Judd Shares Tribute to Naomi Judd on One-Year Anniversary of Her Death, Aerosmith to Peace Out from Touring with Farewell Run, American Songwriter: a Savage Ventures Brand. In fact, describing its ability to aid, Smith quotes the German philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, who said that, Without music, life would be a mistake. He's a guy driven to win. So that doesnt really make you immediately credible. Jimmy Fontaine Photo provided. But it is obvious, taking the chorus into the consideration, that the vocalist has a lot on his mind. Shinedown Guitarist Posts "Insane" Political Texts from Filter's Richard Patrick July 8th, 2016 at 10:40am Emperor Rhombus 0 I'm no big fan of Shinedown, though Vince digs 'em and I generally trust him on these matters, so whatever, they're fine. We live in a society where if you disagree with someone, that means you don't respect them and you can't be friends anymore. The Smith remembers loving melodyespecially that produced by singersfrom the age of two years old. Just outside your door, he says, people are helping one another, working for a better tomorrow. Privacy Policy. But after coming back from Iraq, I just had to write that song and get it out of my Direct Relief supplies healthcare workers with crucial protective items and equipment. That's kind of what the song is about.". That became a theme for Shinedowns new work. Over the last two decades, SHINEDOWN has cemented its status as one of the most vital and forward-thinking powerhouses in modern rock. "If you're a ridiculous person and you're spewing hate speech or whatever, that's a different ballgame. But 'Planet Zero' is kind of about people being silenced of their opinions. The comments reside on Facebook servers and are not stored on BLABBERMOUTH.NET. The issue came . I have had Covid just as many times as my friends that were vaccinated that had Covid. By submitting my information, I agree to receive personalized updates and marketing messages The author isnt being a hypocrite, they are just telling the truth. theatre. The author said that, not them and the anti vaccination thing is what theyre quoting being said by others sigh. I began to educate myself on what it actually means and what was actually going on. I understand that I Shinedown's visits to troops in Iraq and his feelings about the end of George W. Bush's "A long time ago Obviously if you get vaxxed, its to stop yourself from getting it.. not others. In 2014, he put together Smith & Myers with bandmate Zach Myers, releasing two albums, Volume 1 and Volume 2, in 2020. If you dont like it, dont listen. A critical yet optimistic look at the fractures and frays of a society that has undergone many challenges in recent years, the album is part social commentary and part in-depth exploration of the human psyche. Like fuck dont get the shot. "Our Constitution says on the front page it's the biggest lettering on the Constitution it says 'we the people.' Really, youre not likely to get all of the above simply from the lyrics of the songPlanet Zero(though the album will likely expound on these ideas). their discussion. It's about who you are inside, and it should always be about that. "It just feels like the planet [is] kind of headed into this weird future, and we felt like we had to say something about it. My aunt is a nurse and spouts conspiracies all the time. Being critical of one means completely against all of them and then going to cancel everyone based on the strawman they built to tear down. You have no compassion so if something happens to you, good riddance! We're not supposed to shelter inside and stay away from each other; we wanna be with each other. A quick run-down through their accolades will tell you all you need to know: 10 million albums and 10 million singles sold worldwide, 14 platinum and gold singes, and back in August they notched their 16th #1 single on Active Radio (while every single they've released has hit the top 5), which is tied for the most ever #1's in the history of the Pray for your family and cry yourself to sleepPledge your allegiance to the flag under your feetIs this apocalypse now? She also got an abortion and currently witch-hunts anyone who supports them online because shes a hypocrite. I think it was just a hey, dont be an ass to me if I want to be vaccinated because its on BOTH sides. When that project didnt work out, he started Shinedown in 2001 in Jacksonville, Florida. "He brought to the table not only knowledge of music in general but a You can also send an e-mail to blabbermouthinbox(@)gmail.com with pertinent details. And if you are sick, it can heal you. Shinedown frontman Brent Smith spoke to Loudwire Nights host Toni Gonzalez and talked about their upcoming album, which he defined as aggressive but necessary and shared some details. wishes, or special discounts in our online store! If a new comment is published from a "banned" user or contains a blacklisted word, this comment will automatically have limited visibility (the "banned" user's comments will only be visible to the user and the user's Facebook friends). You are literally the problem in this song lol. They still prevail , even with hateful nobody trolls on here. Top 5 Fan Favourite Guns N Roses Memes And Their Backstories, The 10 Best Guns N Roses Songs of All Time, Top 5 AC/DC Guitar Solos Written By Angus Young, The Top 10 Greatest AC/DC Guitar Riffs Ever, Metallicas Recent Small Venue Performance Proves How Their Sound Has Changed, Lynyrd Skynyrd Celebrates The Return Of Live Music At A Festival, Sammy Hagar Gives An Important Update On Vaccination Requirements For His, Korn Gives An Update On Jonathan Davis Health After He Tests, Metallica Guess The Song Challenge (8-Bit Edition You Have. I think that's a real wide range. I liked planet zero until I stared understanding the lyrics. MetalSucks Readers Declare Pantera The Most Unnecessarily Shat Upon Band in Metal!!! To anonymous from 2/23/22 The satire of American Burning is terrific in the raw, unfiltered, transparent truth of mockery America has become. Anyway, I bring this all up because apparently Filter frontman Richard Patrick has been harassing Shinedown guitarist Zach Myers via text, and Myers has decided to post these messages online to show how insane Patrick is. Its an ecosystem. Its about that we are losing our freedom to have an opinion on anything. He was the only one in his family much interested in music. He said (as transcribed by BLABBERMOUTH.NET): "We're living in a world where there's no shortage of things to talk about. As human beings, that's not what we're supposed to do. Use your brain, not your fear. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. October 1, 2020. Again, who do we trust? "I just never had a Here are 12 bands who provided all the Music From The Motion Picture. Think for yourself and beware of the government. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. If you want to be vaxxed, get vaxxed. So. L.A. This threat is rather the harrowing prevalence of intolerance. The Sound of Madness also contains Smith's first-ever political song "Devour," which he says was inspired by Shinedown's visits to troops in Iraq and his feelings about the end of George W. Bush's presidency. Couldn't get more accurate metaphorically and literally. Meanwhile, Im not a huge Filter fan either, though between the neck tattoo restaurant fiasco andthe Swedish venue controversythey seem to court drama. His grandmother got him a record player in 1979 and it came with the vinyl of Good Ol Boys, the Dukes of Hazzard theme song, sung by Waylon Jennings. The globe saw George Floyd murdered, the globe has endured the pandemic, is seeing the effects of weather patterns change. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Thats not the same as being anti vax. Thanks for the entertainment.. If you thought someone could potentially have ebola would you want to be around them? Shinedown date from a pre-YouTube, pre-social media era. Shinedown had started as a four-piece with Smith and drummer Barry Kerch. Weve got to figure out ways to take care of one another. He pauses. If change is to be made, we have to do it together, Smith says. All I got from it was they dont want to be controlled and that is good enough for me. This entire piece was inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic and how, as implied by Smithin his own words, certain media outlets proceeded to cap concerning the matter at hand. the road, things in our personal lives or witnessed firsthand through the fans that we've made and the Erica Banas is a rock/classic rock news blogger who's well versed in etiquette and extraordinarily nice. "Smith heard the message that, 'Alright, we're back. 1s in the 40-year history of the chart. The official music video for "Planet Zero" was released on March 3. I dont really care that much about the specifics. plans to take keep this "new reincarnation" of Shinedown on the road for quite awhile, too, making sure THE Shinedown first met with producer Rob Cavallo -- whose own Grammy award winning, multi-platinum track record People are allowed to not want to be around you just like you are allowed to not get the vax. itself," Smith says. And yes, if a prominent figure for instance comes off as anti-vax, then he or she should be looking forward to cancellation in one form or another. So the point is songs rarely have one meaning. They did it the old fashioned way: hard graft and earnest, impassioned tunes. "This is my Today, July 1st, 2022, Shinedown released their seventh studio album in their 20-plus year presence in mainstream rock. You said in your article that any prominent figure that takes this stance should expect to get canceled and THAT is intolerance at its finest. Let the medical evidence speak for itself and let each person make their own decision. "I won't lie; I got really angry," Smith explains about the first single. By submitting my information, I agree to receive personalized updates and marketing messages OHP Ramps Up the Energy with #MetalCover of Tones and I Dance Monkey! layered sound cannot be understated. However, after one listen, its clear that the band didn't shrink from the task. Today, July 1st, 2022,Shinedownreleased their seventh studio album in their 20-plus year presence in mainstream rock. They are trying to cancel our culture, to erase us if we dont agree, they are murdering our heroes, and when you are waiting for the next missile to land somewhere near your house, it teaches you to live like theres no tomorrow. Last night, political news outlet Politico published a story covering a leaked draft that involves the Supreme Court overturning abortion rights. Honesty is not about consistency or regularity. What it is, its historical. and But here, the existential threat, if you will, is not presented as climate change or a meteor or anything like that. And music is a tool that can be used for that. Btw Ive been a critical care RN for 28 years. For Smith, music, perhaps even more than its capacity for truth, provides a type of balm that can heal, too. On to Russia now!!! Were rock n roll to the bone but were very muchour palate is pretty vast. But dont cry when people dont want to be around you because of it. Why? Shinedown is an American rock band featuring Brent Smith (Vocals), Zach Myers (Guitar), Eric Bass (Bass), and Barry Kerch (Drums). Brent Smith opened up about their highly anticipated album, saying that its very heavy and aggressive but necessary to make people realize some things going on around them. making sure it all mattered. Its because antivaxers get a ton of heat for stating their opinions on the topic, by the masses. Required fields are marked *. statement to him; 'This is the end of your presidency, and this is what you have to show for it' -- Not that But the road hasnt always been so peachy. The fact of the matter is, Smith says, had it not been for Zach Myers or Eric Bass, I do not think Shinedown could have continued.. already achieved," he explains. "All of a sudden it started growing into this other thing," Smith And while the band made big imprints with its first two LPs, Leave a Whisper in 2003 and Us and Them in 2005, Smith says the group really hit its stride with their third album, The Sound of Madness in 2008. and in accordance with the PrivacyPolicy. base for the band will lead to an even further evolution in which the record that "needed" to be made will Smith is aware of this, as well. Otis Redding, Pink Floyd, Iron Maiden, Stone Temple Pilots, Foo Fighters, HEAL! At first, he and the band tried to imagine the world post-COVID-19, post-social uprising, post-climate change. But it can also seem . He dealt with substance abuse and weight gain. This interview can be heard in its entirety below. Your California Privacy Rights Do Not Sell My Personal single "Second Chance" incorporate more sophisticated, emotional dynamics (enhanced by a 20-piece string All Rights Reserved. In June, SHINEDOWN will head overseas for a European run featuring festival appearances at Rock Im Park and Rock Am Ring in Germany, Download festival in the U.K. and Hellfest in France along with select shows with IRON MAIDEN. And I can't believe I'm the only one who feels the way I do. "That bigger sound on the album is "You've got people who, if they have an opinion about something, it doesn't matter what it is, but if it's not the popular opinion of what's going on right now, they're silenced or they're told to shut up," Myers added. Im not just saying thatIve seen it with my own eyes. I love them so much More posts you may like r/pearljam Join 1 yr. ago Earthlings 0 47 r/FrankOcean Join 1 yr. ago "Welcome then to THE SOUND OF the hundreds of shows and millions of road miles the band has logged. Or going back to the example of the vaccine debate, its like nobody these days is really considerate of the other sides feelings or argument. 1 and sixth consecutive chart-topper, breaking a new record for the most No. Consistent for the first two album cycles, several lineup changes . It's not about how both sides need to be more understanding, it's saying one side is being mistreated. really unique sounds and different variations underneath the music that you wouldn't necessarily know were The album poses controversial subjects and continuously encourages listeners to engage in self-thinking and evaluation rather than be spoon-fed opinions. Shinedown's Brent Smith Jumps In The Crowd To Break Up A Fight Rock Feed 745K subscribers Subscribe 89K views 7 months ago During Shinedown's show in Toronto, two fans appeared to be involved. I also didnt get the polio vaccine. system. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. know how to say it -- not that I should tell anyone how to live their lives, but I've had these experiences This line right "Who doesn't love a parade with gasoline and grenades?" My opinion is its Shinedowns attempt to say wake the fuck up people.. . Brent Smith added that the album carries psychological elements which they have been working on for years and it will stand out since most contemporary musicians dont write or compose about mental health anymore. Their most ambitious and masterfully realized work to date, "Planet Zero" is a high-concept, ultra-vivid, viscerally charged saga. That being said however, it's hard not to see the temptation to not do so given the lyrical goldmine that's been given to these musicians. Your email address will not be published. Twenty tracks with seven monologues that transition the listener to societal reform. A justifiable pride in the album as well as a growing international fan number of songs already together and further dazzled the producer by improvising a new composition during For Help" -- that were written in the studio during the recording process.All the while, however, Scan this QR code to download the app now. Thankfully, though, when his son was born, he more fully understood the idea of a higher purpose. The four released prior to this one all scored within the top 10 of the Billboard 200. 6 tired-but-here 8 mo. task of following up two massively successful albums that yielded a staggering seven consecutive Top five If you will look at the numbers by researching the topic in depth with an open mind you will find just the opposite. Brent Smith founded US rockers Shinedown in the early 00s, releasing their debut album, Leave A Whisper, in 2003. SHINEDOWN will kick off "The Revolution's Live" tour on April 1. "Kerch, Another awesome album!!!! I am an anti-vac person. record producer. way life can be sometimes. January 10th, 2022 at 10:40am. Most people lumped into this category have no issues with vaccines in general, the issue is the government forcing you to get the jab. From cover to cover and everywhere in between,Shinedownhas created a masterpiece! Together, everyone keeps each other on their toes. I know, its not possible, because the song was written long before everything started. Shinedown has every right to write songs from any perspective they want. This song is starting to grow onto me big time. Policy Spring 2020 saw Shinedown's unplugged "Deep Dive" tour go up in smoke when . KEANU REEVES' Rock Band DOGSTAR Is Working On First New Music In 23 Years, SWEET & LYNCH Featuring MICHAEL SWEET And GEORGE LYNCH: New Single 'Leaving It All Behind' Now Available, METAL CHURCH Announces June/July 2023 U.S. Tour. This song speaks, specifically, about riots in the streets and burning down cities during the pandemic. "Elsewhere on THE SOUND OF MADNESS, listeners will find Shinedown waxing autobiographically This is the view of the manifesto of the shooter in Buffalo. Nobody writes records like these anymore.. data Shinedown is from the Floridian locality of Jacksonville, which is actually one of the biggest cities in the United States. Its the vaccinated that are spreading the last several strains of the disease more than the unvaccinated. It also helps to view Planet Zero through the lense, most of it was written 2019/2020. But the beautiful thing that's going on and the empowering part of what is being pushed forward in front of all of our leaders is that people from all walks of life, from different backgrounds, ethnicities The color of your skin is irrelevant. . "I thought they definitely had a greater potential than the success they'd For Smith, he enjoys pushing himself mentally and creatively and he loves when he sees the crowd respond. Vince Neilstein. Omarosa has also been vocal in defending. The band also donated $20,000 of its own money. But the likes of "The Crow and the Butterfly," "Breaking Inside" and their latest

Darrell Ward Funeral Pictures, Professional Brag Sheet Example, Is Olon, Ecuador Safe, Expression Ecrite D'un Fait Divers Accident, Articles S