This song is about rescue and loyalty. A Vagrant Records bio of Thrice explains: “Stay with Me,” is an homage to one of Dustin’s favorite Josh Ritter songs “The Temptation of Adam” — about a couple who fall in love after taking shelter in a missile silo fearing the end of the world. Here Dustin imagines their above ground and post-apocalyptic analogue, but in both songs, the protagonist is haunted by what would happen to their love, should they find “the war was over.” As with so many of Dustin Kensrue’s lyrics, the song is probably intended to work on physical and a spiritual level… read more
This song is about rescue and loyalty. A Vagrant Records bio of Thrice explains: “Stay with Me,” is an homage to one of Dustin’s favorite Josh Ritter… read more
This song is about rescue and loyalty. A Vagrant Records bio of Thrice explains: “Stay with Me,” is an homage to one of Dustin’s favorite Josh Ritter songs “The Temptation of Adam” — abo… read more
Thrice is an American rock band that formed in Irvine, California in 1998. The lineup consists of Dustin Kensrue (vocals and guitar), Teppei Teranishi (guitar, keys), Eddie Breckenridge (bass), and Riley Breckenridge (drums). In 2000, Thrice signed with Sub City Records and released two LP's. The first, Identity Crisis (2000), only received 1.5 stars in the AMG review and little buzz. The second, The Illusion of Safety (2002), was widely acclaimed and received attention from major record labels. Even though Thrice's music has always included metal influences, The Illusion… read more