Backstory:
Formed in a basement in Chicago, Illinois in 2012, Exalted Pope is an unconventional mix of four guys (lead vocalist and bassist, Tony Hart, guitarist, Phil Davis, keyboardist, Bobby Hughes, and drummer, Rick Boyle) who didn’t quite fit into the mainstream music scene. Initially, they were just trying to escape the monotony of their day jobs and shared a common love for music – a passion that eventually evolved into something much bigger. Their journey started with a local bar gig which, to their surprise, ended up being a smashing hit and kickstarted their musical journey. Today, Exalted Pope is a name well recognized in the city’s vibrant musical scene with a dedicated fan base.
Genre:
Exalted Pope’s music falls under the genre of Alternative Rock with a unique blend of electronic elements, creating a distinctive, immersive sound.
Title:
“Neon Cathedral”
Full song lyrics:
[Intro] |Em |C |G |D
[Verse 1]
Em C G D
In the city of sleepless dreams,
Em C G D
Where the stars fear to gleam,
Em C G D
We found our solace, our theme,
Em C G D
In the heart of the neon cathedral.
[Chorus]
Em C G D
Neon lights, our holy grail,
Em C G D
Pulse of life, in this urban tale,
Em C G D
Sanctuary in the city’s veil,
Em C G D
In the heart of the neon cathedral.
[Verse 2]
Em C G D
Underneath its violet hue,
Em C G D
We found love, found something true,
Em C G D
Redemption in the night’s blue,
Em C G D
In the heart of the neon cathedral.
[Chorus]
Em C G D
Neon lights, our guiding star,
Em C G D
In the city, no matter how far,
Em C G D
We carry it within, our avatar,
Em C G D
In the heart of the neon cathedral.
[Outro]
Em C G D
In the heart of the neon cathedral.
Fan Testimonial:
The band’s favorite fan is a woman named Lisa Price. Lisa discovered Exalted Pope during a rough patch in her life and their music provided the escape she needed. “Exalted Pope’s music speaks to me on so many levels. Their lyrics are poetry, and the music is a balm for the soul. Every song takes me on a journey, and it’s a journey I wouldn’t miss for the world. They are my favorite band because they’ve been there for me through thick and thin.”