&c. is a music project that has emerged from the depths of the New York Cit… Read Full Bio ↴&c. is a music project that has emerged from the depths of the New York City underground, crafting songs to provide a soundscape for both your daydreams and your nightmares, synthesizing warm, yet dark, electronics with elements of acoustic swampiness, and thick, fat bass grooves.

&c. was formed in 2011 by Anthony Padavano, with a constant influx of contributions from:

Robert Bonavoglia
Gabriel Ruiz

On its self-titled debut LP, released May 2012, &c. follows the map laid out by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle in his work, The Poetics, arranging a narrative that sits within the framework of the dramatic tragedy, following the corruption and decomposition of a modern tragic hero reminiscent of Oedipus, Lucifer, and Macbeth. This is the score to a play never written.

&c. is currently working on its second LP, The Progression of Digression, which is set to be released Winter 2012.

Main Influences: Radiohead, Marilyn Manson, The Doors, Nine Inch Nails, Massive Attack, Flying Lotus, Red Hot Chili Peppers…

Transmission
&c. Lyrics

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I Need Darkness - Shadow
Operation Blackbox (2x)
Out the shadows out the dark (2X)
You will be summoned on my command (AO AO) (Darkness) (Shadow)
Until the dark will come to light
Never fear shadows
It simply mean that there is light shining some where nearby (Shadow_
AO. Shadow will overshadow Hotshot (shadow)

Expose you to the darkness so I can bring you into the light (Shadow)
Out the shadows into the light (shadow)
Epsidoe 4: Operation Blackbox

Mission Objectives: Out the Shadows (shadow)
Terminating Transmission - Command out

Overall Meaning

The song "Transmission" by &c. talks about a struggle to connect with something that is important to the singer. While the exact meaning of the lyrics is left ambiguous, it is clear that the singer is having trouble tuning into a "station" that broadcasts a message of hope and salvation. The repetition of the phrases "I just don't know how" and "but now it's coming in" create a sense of anticipation and longing, as if the singer has been waiting a long time to reconnect with this message.

The first verse sets up the problem, with the singer describing a feeling that part of their soul is "having trouble with the signal." This could be interpreted in different ways - perhaps the singer is feeling disconnected from a spiritual message, or struggling to find inspiration in their art. Regardless, the frustration is clear, with the repetition of "I was trying but it just wasn't pickin up" emphasizing the difficulty of the situation. The second verse introduces another character who serves as a beacon of hope. This person is described as "the pure one" in a town of compromises - someone who is able to cut through the noise and offer a simple message of truth. Hearing this message is "water to my soul" for the singer, who has been struggling with feeling "sophisticated" and "complicated."

Overall, "Transmission" is a thoughtful and introspective song that captures the struggle of trying to connect with something that feels important. Whether the message is spiritual or artistic, the frustration of not being able to fully tune in is a relatable experience that many listeners may identify with.

Line by Line Meaning

I was listenin in to your transmission
I hear it every night, hear it every night

I think there was a problem with my reception
on my satellite, on my satellite

It seemed like a section of my soul was having trouble with the signal
I couldn't tune in to the station that was telecasting my salvation...

I was trying but it just wasn't pickin up

I guess the frequency was stuck

And my heart corroded shut

But I wanna hear it now

And sing along again

I just don't know how
I couldn't find it then

I lost that frequency but now it's coming in.
Yeah it's coming in!

In a room full of doubters You were the sure one.
You were like a light, You were like a light