In Memorium

In Memorium

GLORIA
2001-2005

It felt so good whenever we went crazy on-stage. I can never forget the energy that we give out and the way it drove me to play hard with zest as if every beat is a matter of life and death. It's either u like u or hate us, we were loud, very loud, but we all felt so good!



All good things come to an end. I have my freelance work and my commitment in church which didn't allow me to commit much to the band. The band didn't fall apart in anyway but there was a sense of tiredness within the band since I announced that I'll stepped down. Sometimes I feel bad about the break-up (Break-up!!!) coz we were not doing anything creative during our last month together. The band stayed intact for almost 2 more months before Ah Ney decided to call it off. If Josh or Jon called it off, I think it'll still remain, but because it's Ah Ney's decision we felt that it was the right time. Remember, he was the one with "Gloria" tattooed on his back. It meant so much more to him.

The last gig with them was literally a wash-out. We played after a heavy downpour at Sonic Festival 05. We played only 3 songs due to time, but it was a great short set. I gave each of them a big hug after playing. I just downloaded the songs into my iPod lat night during August Home, the kind of emotions that we are known for came flooding back. Some of the words that Josh sang left a mark, like a tattoo u never thought u had, but it's been there since I joined them. What a timely reminder. Josh wrote this for his friend who's mum passed away. As I listened to it over and over again, I felt the Lord was speaking to me. It's the same prayer that I've been uttering since this great awakening within me happened.

Time will heal your bitter days

Rain begins to fall

I was with you though I was far

You did not have to cry alone

I'll come knocking into your life

I'll take your misery away

When you speak the words of truth

I just want to be with you no matter what...

What good came out of this band? To me, everything was good! The memories we shared will always be in my heart. I esp remember our two KL trip with fondness coz we were so close and we had so much fun. Drumming wise, I learned so much as a hard drummer through the different style we went through. At least I can boast about playing emo-hardcore before. Can Fhly, Recluse, CFS or TOSOG do that? Nah! The question that some friends want to know is whther we will we play together again for friendship's sake? We're still friends, but playing together has a different feel of togetherness. I hope one day we will at least play a decent last gig together again.

May be "once in September"... Soli Deo Gloria!