They Came Bearing Arms was renamed Lifelines in 2015. Debut EP Blind Faith. facebook reverbnation Formed In: May 2009 - Present Hometown Location: Louisville, KY Genre: Metalcore/Post-Hardcore Band Lineup: Mike Mullins - Vocals Matthew Scott - Lead Guitar Loren Thunder - Guitar/Vocals John Wilmot - Drums Ethan Lind - Bass Bio: They Came Bearing Arms is a 5-piece unit out of Louisville, KY. Since their Formation in May of 2009, they have released a five song 'self-titled' EP, three single releases, and are currently in the process of recording a sophomore EP entitled "The Return". In an ever-evolving music platform where bands are seemingly becoming more similar and self-entitled, TCBA aims to break through the mold with their approach to songwriting. It's still heavy, loaded with the stuff everybody loves; breakdowns, crazy drum techniques, fast riffs, and melodic choruses... but created at their own accession. "Each song has it's own sound and message to be portrayed, I like to leave the lyrics open to interpretation so people can relate it to their personal lives." - Mike (vocalist). The band has also stepped it up instrumentally since their conception. "The melodies and riffs from 'The Return' are some of the most rewarding and proud material we've written, and we couldn't be more excited to show everyone!" <a href="https://www.last.fm/music/They+Came+Bearing+Arms">Read more on Last.fm</a>. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.