1. Backstory:
Formed in the bustling heart of Nashville, Tennessee, in 2015, ‘Total Border’ is a band that defies all limits. The band’s four members— frontman and vocalist Alex Monroe, guitarist Ryan ‘Riff’ Clarke, bassist Sam ‘Groove’ Harrison, and drummer Luke ‘Beat’ Edwards— met in a local dive bar’s open mic night, each showcasing an eclectic mix of music tastes. Their shared passion for blending genres and pushing musical boundaries led to the formation of ‘Total Border’, a band that refuses to be defined by the confines of a single genre.
Their journey as a band was not without its challenge. From playing in small town pubs to opening for renowned artists, they faced their fair share of highs and lows. However, their unyielding spirit and passion to create music that resonates with the soul earned them a loyal fan base that crosses international borders, making their band name quite fitting. They continue to break barriers with their music, unapologetically being themselves and inspiring their fans to do the same.
2. Music Genre:
Total Border predominantly plays a fusion of Alternative Rock and Country, with elements of Folk, Blues, and Indie thrown into the mix.
3. Song Title:
“Shattered Frames”
4. Full song lyrics with chord progression:
(Verse 1 – C, Em, Am, G)
In a dusty corner, there’s a picture that’s been torn,
A tale of forgotten lovers, in a world forlorn.
They say love is timeless, yet time has worn,
The edges of the photo and the hearts that were torn.
(Chorus – Dm, G, C, Am)
Shattered frames, faded names,
Love is just a wild, reckless game.
Through the pain, through the rain,
We all bear our own shattered frames.
(Verse 2 – C, Em, Am, G)
In the mirror of the past, the reflections seem so clear,
Of love that was meant to last, but disappeared.
Shadows cast on broken glass, memories smeared,
In shattered frames, love and loss so weird.
(Chorus – Dm, G, C, Am)
Shattered frames, faded names,
Love is just a wild, reckless game.
Through the pain, through the rain,
We all bear our own shattered frames.
(Bridge – Em, Dm, G)
In the heart of the storm, love remains,
In the echoes of laughter, in the sorrow’s chains.
Within shattered frames, love sustains,
A symphony of life, love’s refrains.
(Chorus – Dm, G, C, Am)
Shattered frames, faded names,
Love is just a wild, reckless game.
Through the pain, through the rain,
We all bear our own shattered frames.
(Outro – C, Em, Am, G)
So here’s to the lovers, to the fighters of the flame,
To those who brave the storm, to those who play the game.
In our hearts, in our souls, we’re all the same,
Carrying the weight of our own shattered frames.
5. The band’s favorite fan’s name is Emily Foster. Emily, who hails from their hometown, has been following their journey since their early days of playing in small town pubs. She was the first one to buy their self-released EP and has attended every show within a hundred-mile radius. What makes Total Border Emily’s favorite band is their authenticity and resilience. In her testimonial, she mentioned, “Their music speaks to the soul. It’s raw, honest, and unfiltered. They’ve been through hell and back, and they wear their scars proudly. Their journey and music remind me that it’s okay to be different, to break the mold, and to keep pushing forward no matter what. That’s why Total Border will always be my favorite band.”