[Verse 1]
Step forth, unbar the skies,
For I’ve atoned my burdens fully, ready for the end’s reprise.
I sensed my path was sealed,
The fates we thought had faded only honed their fiery steel.

[Chorus]
Have you lingered long,
For me?

[Verse 2]
I am the final spark, I am the flame,
What’s lost in ancient scrolls will carve my essence in its claim.
Sift through the ash and stone,
What use are dreams of flight when all the heavens stand alone?

[Chorus]
Have you lingered long,
For me?
Have you lingered long?

[Verse 3]
No matter what we crave,
We share a hunger for each other and a few brief years to brave.
No matter what’s the truth,
It feels that even in eternity, your shadow walks with me.

[Breakdown]
Break the chains, reveal my name,
Ash to ember, spark to flame.
Where shadows fall, my truth remains,
Bound in hunger, born in pain.

[Final Chorus]
Have you lingered long,
For me?
Have you lingered long,
For me?
Have you lingered long,
Through the ash and stone?
Have you lingered long,
Calling me home?
Have you lingered long,
For me?
Have you lingered long,
For me?

Lingered Long

Voices in my Head

1988 is more than an album—it’s a time machine back to the glory days when heavy metal ruled the airwaves, the stage, and our hearts. From 1980 to 1989, a generation of denim-clad dreamers and leather-bound rebels forged anthems that would echo through eternity. This project is a loud, unapologetic celebration of that golden decade—of pounding drums, screaming guitars, and the brotherhood of true metal fans.

Every song on 1988 is a salute to the legends who inspired us, and a rallying cry to all who still carry the torch. Turn it up, feel the power, and remember: metal never dies—it only gets louder.

1988

meet in the middle (alternative)

What Lies Beneath

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What You Refuse to See

Ghosts Of Venice



REACH is a new all-original metal band making waves on SoundCloud, delivering a sound deeply rooted in the traditions of classic metal and hard rock. The band's music has a dynamic and solid feel, drawing strong comparisons to the iconic sound of Van Halen. Their songs were written by Laurence Mehlhorn of Century One Records, the label responsible for producing the debut record. With a powerful guitar-driven sound, the band aims to capture the energy and innovation of a bygone era while forging a new identity.

As of August 2025, REACH is in the process of auditioning new members for a tour, indicating a strong commitment to taking their music from the studio to the stage. This next phase will allow the band to showcase their dynamic sound in a live setting.

Given the musical direction you've described, with a focus on a dynamic sound and classic hard rock influence, the band's material is likely crafted to avoid harsh or raspy tones, prioritizing instead a clear, powerful, and energetic delivery.

NOT HOLDEN BACK

The message of the song is about the power of neuroplasticity and personal transformation. It conveys the idea that individuals can overcome past traumas and ingrained habits by consciously rewiring their minds, breaking free from old patterns, and creating new pathways for growth and resilience. The lyrics emphasize taking control of one's mental landscape, using willpower and awareness to reshape identity and triumph over inner struggles.

Wires Rewritten

Scab

Born in '93, Government issued in' 18, and incarcerated  in '23, my life has been nothing short of "boring."

Around the age of 6, my father, Russell, gave me a gift that would become the foundation to my musical journey: a $20 Casio keyboard that lit up from Radio shack. I learned quickly what sounded right and music to me over the years became more like a spoken language and expression rather than a means to entertain. It wasn't long after that I then caught my dad playing "Smoke On The Water" that I soon had the fixation to learn guitar.

Years passed, and at the ripe age of 16, I was fighting the fear of crowds and performing in front of people by joining my highschool's Mens' Choir and Drama Club. I spent all my time doing theatre, showchoir, and talent shows, even winning the first one I ever attended; BEST ACT, which was a piano Mashup of Coldplay songs, phantom of the opera, and Queen. These extracurricular activities and what I did in them to become better at my craft resonate with me to this day. Thank you Mr. McMichen and Mrs. Bohlke for seeing my potential and giving me the confidence in myself.

Years went by and with it, so did time and attention. I remember one day seeing the the amount of dust that had collected on my keyboard and guitars. "What a waste.." I thought. That was back in 2021, a time that was painful and educational. The events of that year, and of 2022, would eventually lead me to becoming incarcerated for a whole year.

Jail was something different for me. For the first time in my life, I sat my ass down and poured my emotions out onto the cheap college-ruled paper issued by the jail and to my surprise, I wrote exactly what I felt and conjured up a confidence and ambition that would eventually lead to the creation of "ALL THAT IS WRONG",  my first album which angstly portrays my take on love, addiction, and the realization that maybe I am the the one thing holding myself back.


My name is Aaron Thomas Bradley, but you can call me Tommy. 



Scab

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