Device - Vilify (Song Meaning)

David Draiman of Disturbed, and ex-Filter guitarist Geno Lenardo recently collaborated together to construct Device. The album takes strands from hard rock, industrial, and electronica, and as a result, Device's self-titled debut album for Warner Bros. Records is a focused, fierce, and fiery new machine.

It all started while the Grammy Award-nominated multiplatinum powerhouse Disturbed was on hiatus, Lenardo reached out to Draiman to collaborate on a song for the Underworld: Awakening soundtrack in late 2011. As soon as the singer heard the music, he was both intrigued and inspired. The duo then cut "Hunted" in Chicago. Even though the track didn't ultimately make the final soundtrack album due to circumstances beyond their control, Draiman urged that they hold on to it and continue writing music. Soon, they had an entire album's worth of material.

Upon finishing the record, Draiman enlisted Evanescence drummer Will Hunt and Dope and Rock of Ages guitarist Virus. Both Hunt and Virus jumped at the chance to be a part of this powerhouse trio. The three comprise the touring incarnation of Device.

[thomashobbsjr]

disturbed is by far better now then they have ever been would love to see device perform once more but I'm just happy my favorite band is back

[collinmclaren]

"It is defiantly heavy enough to make the biggest Disturbed fan happy..."
-Yup!
I just wonder what will happen to The Guy, because he is just such an iconic image of Disturbed and also in my eyes not only the mascot of the band but the mascot of Rage and Insanity itself. Not to mention he is a bad ass.

[hellfire]

David Draiman is one of the most well spoken individuals that I have ever had the pleasure to listen too. He really brings out the vivid colors in his words and paints a picture of complete understanding. This is reflective in his music lyrics. Rock on man!

[emilybennett]

I just love hearing David talk. It's so different than hearing him sing. Save the rage for the stage I guess lol

[Danmarinja]

I pre-ordered the album a few days ago. Thank you guys so much for this gift of yours!

[malaficent]

His voice gives me total body chills with every song. I love him with Disturbed, I love him with Device. So far everything I've heard from the new band has been great. "Close My Eyes Forever" is a favorite of mine and to hear David cover that, WoW! Keep on doing what you love guys!!!

[imdisturbedeva]

I JUST LOVE DAVID'S VOICE. SOFT SPOKEN IN INTERVIEWS BUT IT CHANGES DRAMATICALLY ON STAGE. DAVID DRAIMAN IS AN AMAZING AND BEAUTIFUL PERSON.

[ThermalFeedback]

One thing that I have always liked about David is his humility. I think that is what has defined the success of his talent over the years and the fact that he speaks with honor while at the same time never stepping down from his position.

[FenixF]

Always one of my favorite bands and singer. This sounds different and new. Waiting for great things from this band!

[pinhead]

I never EVER buy more than a couple songs off an album, but after hearing "vilify" a while ago I preordered the album without a second thought and I haven't been disappointed. David is right about him being a wholly different person off stage. It threw me a bit, lol. My respect and admiration go out to you guys

[PlayNiceFolks]

I worshiped this man in my high school years.
Still a heavy respect and love.
He's possibly a bit pretentious, but even that is well deserved.

[Rail]

David is just Awesome! love his music no matter what band he's lead vocals for. I'm glad that he's doing other projects. Device Sounds great Guys!!!

[jewelawest]

Love this song. Love David. Love Disturbed. Love Device.

[Mayhemzz]

How could anyone hate David!? He seems like the coolest guy to hang out with.

[DigitalLimits]

Going to Flint, Michigan to see these guys live.

[fieryhelld]

draiman is just fucking awesome. his realism, emotion, and lyrics are just epic.

[maddoggbell]

i am a hardcore disturbed fan(always have been, always will be) and my wife hates disturbed, but we heard vilify on the radio and we were both banging our heads so hard that i lost control of my car for a second and bent one of my rims hitting a curb. still a bad ass song!

[KPG]

Man...this album is amazing. It's like, to me, disturbed evolved. Disturbed will always have a place in my music library, but I'm a huge fan of device, now.

[ZedsterX]

Just a great group of guys. They even took well when I bitched about them not playin' Droppin' Plates. Just a great night. Wish I remembered more of it :)

[TheScarletWing]

That's the best thing about him. He's a nice guy to talk to but when you listen to the songs he seems like your worst nightmare in person should you mess with him!