Chasm

Flyleaf

About Chasm

"Chasm" is the fourth single by Flyleaf from their second album, Memento Mori. The song was officially available for digital download on September 27, 2010.


Year:
2009
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Flyleaf

Flyleaf is an American hard rock band, formed in the Belton and Temple, Texas regions in 2000. The band has charted on mainstream rock, Christian pop and Christian metal genres. They performed around the United States in 2003 until releasing their eponymous debut album, Flyleaf, in 2005. The album went platinum after selling more than one million copies. The band won an online poll on yahoo.com and was named Yahoo!'s Who's Next band of the month in March 2006 and they were named MTV's artist of the week on December 24, 2007. Flyleaf released their second album Memento Mori on November 10, 2009 which debuted and peaked at No. 8 on the Billboard charts. more »

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Genre Classification
"Chasm" is a rock song, particularly classified within the sub-genres of alternative metal, hard rock, and post-grunge.
Band Origin
It was performed by the American band, "Flyleaf," which originated from Texas.
Album Release
The song "Chasm" is from Flyleaf's second playback album named "Memento Mori," which was released in November of 2009. Additionally, it was the second single from this album.
Musical Composition
"Chasm" is a blend of heavy riffs, intense drumming, and has the notable raspy yet melodic vocals of Lacey Sturm, the lead singer of the band.
Song Writing Credits
The song was written by the band members including Sameer Bhattacharya (guitar), Jasen Rauch (guitar), Lacey Sturm (vocals), Pat Seals (bass), and James Culpepper (drums).
Song Themes
The song "Chasm" carries a strong and profound message. It reflects on the division and separation ("chasm") that can exist among people and within oneself, and appeals for unity and understanding.
Music Video
The official music video for the song "Chasm" was directed by Don Tyler and released in 2010. It features the band members performing in an underground setting, symbolically representing the theme of the song.
Critical Reception
Critics appreciated this song for its heavy instrumental sound and powerful vocal performance.
Live Performances
"Chasm" has been frequently performed at many of Flyleaf's live concerts, becoming one of the band's well-known songs.
Promotion
In promotion of "Memento Mori", and specifically for "Chasm", Flyleaf embarked on a tour across the United States, performing "Chasm" among other songs from the album.
Achievements
Though it did not make it to the top of charts, "Chasm" still gained a significant amount of radio airplay and was praised by fans for its intensity and emotional depth.

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