Sequoia Throne
Protest The Hero · Fortress [2008]
And did we really think that spaceships would descend from the sky?
Bending light and beaming forth across space-time
To see us scared in the reflection of their oil black eyes?
And stalk us like a predator
Like our movies imply?
They're not the ones who come to kill us,
Come to fill us full of lead
They're not the ones who hate us
And they are not the ones who mutilate our animals
Or travel through the stars; they're not the ones who cause us harm
We are
We are, we are, we are
We are still-life and cold-blooded
(WE FEEL NOTHING! )
We are still-life and cold-blooded
(WE FEEL NOTHING! )
Hellbent on Heaven [x4]
While our righteous men are stuffing corpses, pollution and pain
We are, we are, we are still life
We are, we are, we are still life
We are, we are, we are
Still-life
They're not the ones who cause us harm
We are, we are
(Did you come here to kill, did you come here to die?)
We are still-life in cold blood
We are still-life in cold blood
We feel
We feel nothing
Stuffing corpses full of shit and faith
They bloviate about a future beyond the moon
To bring about another planet's doom
To discover peaceful life
And beat a war-drum to it's tune
Unless my prayers are answered,
Our end is coming soon.
Sequoia Throne
Sequoia Throne stands as a defining track from Protest The Hero's 2008 album Fortress, capturing the band at a pivotal moment in their evolution. Emerging from the post-hardcore scene, the group is renowned for blending complex metal instrumentation with progressive rock structures and operatic vocals. This recording highlights their signature sound, characterized by intricate guitar work, dynamic shifts, and a theatrical intensity that distinguishes them within the genre. The song reflects the ambitious scope of the Fortress era, where the band solidified their reputation for technical proficiency and dramatic composition. As part of a celebrated discography, it remains a key example of their ability to craft immersive, high-energy music that resonates with fans of modern progressive metal.