Switchfoot, relient k and the fall of christian rock. And im begging you, im begging you, im begging you to be my escape. Relient k is an american rock band formed in 1998 in canton, ohio and was named after matthew hoopess plymouth reliant k car. Our concentration it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change from words to blah, blah blah. Im a christian but i usually am not fond of christian songs, so, as you can imagine, i was hesitant to try out this new band a friend had recommended to me. Maintain consciousness lyrics performed by relient k. Lyric video to maintain consciousness by relient k, off their 2004 mmhmm cd. Mp3 is a digital audio format without digital rights management drm technology. It was released on march 6, 2007, and is the first fulllength album by the band to feature bassist john warne and guitarist jon schneck. Stream tracks and playlists from relient k on your desktop or mobile device. Our concentration, it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change from words to blah, blah, blah we took prescription drugs, but look how much good that. Band relient k song maintain consciousness albummmhmm lyrics our concentration it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change from words to blah, blah blah we took prescription drugs but. Canton, ohios relient k formed in 1998 and joined the parade of christian punkpop artists mxpx, ghoti hook, slick shoes with their selftitled 2000 debut, mixing catchy.
Relient ks albums stream online music albums listen. From the christian appeal of mxpx to the irritatingly rebellious idiocy of blink 182, punk has thrived. I am a hostage to my own humanity selfdetained and forced to live in this mess ive made and all im asking is for you to do what you can with me but i cant ask you to give what you already gave cause ive been housing all this doubt and insecurity ive been locked inside. The record was produced by dc talk guitarist mark townsend, and the band was comprised of vocalistguitaristpianist matt thiessen, guitarist matthew hoopes, bassist brian pittman, and drummer stephen cushman. Welcome to relient k thread official site relient k twitter relient k rlant. An entertaining debut from 4 guys in their lateteens from ohio that just wanna have fun and play christian music, relient k is a new group i will be pleased to watch the career of in the coming years.
Decorate your laptops, water bottles, notebooks and windows. This song is linked to the 12th song this week the trend. Gone are the power chords of their early work, the chamber flourishes of their latecareer albums, and, perhaps most. Our concentration it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change from words to blah, blah blah we took prescription drugs but look how much good that did well i think i had a point, but i just got distracted. Playing via spotify playing via youtube playback options. The band is named after guitarist hoopes automobile, a plymouth reliant k car, with the spelling intentionally altere. I am a hostage to my own humanity selfdetained and forced to live in this mess ive made and all im asking is for you to do what you can with me. Typical of early relient k albums, the lyrics use pop culture references for teaching and to illustrate biblical principles. Relient k is the debut studio album by american rock band relient k. Apr 25, 2000 listen to your favorite songs from relient k by relient k now. Learn to play guitar by chord tabs using chord diagrams, transpose the key, watch video lessons and much more. John ness o n sunday fittingly, switchfoot and relient k will stop at the ryman as part of their coheadlining looking.
Relient k maintain consciousness official audio stream. Perfect for that afternoon when youre on a serious relient k kick. Relient k is an american rock band formed in 1998 in canton, ohio by matt thiessen lead vocals, guitar, piano, brian. In addition to being released on capitol and gotee, mmhmm was rereleased on vinyl on mono vs stereo. The group is associated with the contemporary christian music culture, most notably the christian rock and punk scene. As of late 2006early 2007, this album has sold around 400,000 copies. A christian band that enjoys writing both insightful ballads as well as completely random yet surprisingly catchy pop songs.
The rerelease includes a song originally from apathetic ep, called apathetic way to be. Relient k lyrics maintain consciousness our concentration it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change from words to blah, blah blah. Relient k is a band that writes from personal experiences and this has paid off with over two million records sold, three riaa goldcertified albums and a highly dedicated. Maintain consciousness by relient k guitar tab guitar. It is also the first relient k album released without longtime bassist brian pittman. Poppunk seems to be a style that not only has been around for decades, but has been enduring year to year following. David douglas joined up in place of cushman by the years end, and relient k followed up in august 2001 with the anatomy of the tongue in cheek. Provided to youtube by smlxl, inc maintain consciousness relient k mmhmm. Because our mp3s have no drm, you can play it on any device that supports mp3, even on your ipod. Lead vocalist thiessen has an amazing voice and has cranked out some amazing songs like i am understood.
Relient k maintain consciousness lyrics genius lyrics. Relient ks albums stream online music albums listen free. The last chord is the same one at the beginning of. Every month well be discussing an album from our favorite band. The top 10 best songs by a christian alternative rock band we all know and love, relient k. Life after death and taxes failure ii when i go down. Bandrelient k songmaintain consciousness albummmhmm lyrics our concentration it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change. Listen to relient k soundcloud is an audio platform that lets you listen to what you love and share the sounds you create 237 tracks. Recently, theyve begun to swing into the more alternative crowd. Download relient k mp3 songs and albums music downloads. After four years since their last fulllength studio album, grammynominated relient k returns with their seventh lp project, collapsible lung, on july 2 mono vs. Relient k maintain consciousness official audio stream youtube. With the release of new artists relient k earlier this year, the young band has been making waves on the radio and in concert everywhere theyre heard.
The band has reached critical success with mainstream pop punk and alternative rock. From the album relient k 2000 buy at hello mcfly my girlfriend wake up call benediction when youre around softer to me charles in charge staples 17 magazine balloon ride everything will be nancy drew k car from the album all work and no play 1998 buy at k car im liono staples marilyn manson ate my girlfriend. July 22 2016 the band released a new album titled air for free, and have matthew hoopes and matt thiessen and as permanent band members, with touring members and friends including dave douglas of attack cat and tom breyfogle of birds in the airport. Be my escape was the first single off relient ks 2004 album mmhmm. Official, artistapproved notation the most accurate guitar tab on the web. Pittman did leave the band before the release of the album mmhmm, but recorded most of the tracks with the band. Watch the video for maintain consciousness from relient ks mmhmm for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. The one im waiting for be my escape high of 75 i so hate consequences the only. Nov 04, 2004 be my escape was the first single off relient ks 2004 album mmhmm. The band is named after guitarist hoopes automobile, a pl. The singles be my escape and who i am hates who ive been, both found on mmhmm, boosted relient k s mainstream popularity. Almost all of the epic world shaking songs produced by the magnificent relient k. Listen free to relient k mmhmm the one im waiting for, be my escape and more.
Relient k stickers featuring millions of original designs created by independent artists. Relient ks profile including the latest music, albums, songs, music videos and more updates. Listen to your favorite songs from relient k by relient k now. Our concentration, it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change from words to blah, blah, blah we took prescription. Relient k lyrics, relient k discography sorted by album. Tracklist with lyrics of the album mmhmm 2004 from relient k. The band is named after guitarist hoopes automobile, a plymouth reliant k car, with the spelling intentionally altered to avoid trademark infringement over the. Relient k maintain consciousness lyrics metrolyrics.
Relient k is an american rock band formed in 1998 in canton, ohio by matt thiessen lead vocals, guitar, piano, brian pittman bass, and matthew hoopes guitar, backing vocals, during the bands junior year in high school and their time at malone college. The singles be my escape and who i am hates who ive been, both found on. Song and lyrics belong to relient k and gotee records. And im good, good, good to go and im good, good, good to go i got to get away get away from all of my mistakes and im good, good, good to. The band is named after guitarist hoopes automobile, a plymouth reliant k car, with the spelling intentionally altered to avoid trademark infringement over. Our concentration it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change from words to blah, blah, blah we took prescription drugs but look how. With relient k touring constantly in support of mmhmm, apathetic ep followed in november 2005 as another treat to hold over fans as the guys readied their next album. Yup this is kinda idk lol the song is obviously maintain consciousness relient k its from there album mhmm sooo yup lyrics our concentration it contains a deadly flaw our conversations change. Aug 05, 2008 it was released on march 6, 2007, and is the first fulllength album by the band to feature bassist john warne and guitarist jon schneck.
Studio album 12 ep 2 relient k released their new and probably the best album five score and seven years ago, which combines the best ideas of their former releases with new level of professionalism and songwriting skills. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. The lyrics are a first person account of being trapped in a messed up life and begging for an escape. Maintain consciousness relient k with lyrics youtube. Maintain consciousness guitar tab, as performed by relient k. John ness o n sunday fittingly, switchfoot and relient k will stop at the ryman as part of their coheadlining looking for america tour itll be probably the hundredth.