1) AM is an artist fr… Read Full Bio ↴There are more than one artist with this name:
1) AM is an artist from the UK, who is a part of the drill collective 410, and one half of the duo within the collective, Skengdo X AM. Born in South London, AM is widely regarded as one of the genre's most skilled rappers, and was highly influential in advancing the genre in terms of lyricism.
2) AM is an indie rock band formed in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Silverlake, California . New Album Future Sons & Daughters was produced by Charles Newman (Magnetic Fields). The band consists of founding member AM (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar), Michael Sawtizke (electric guitar), Mark Getten (bass), Jesse Nason and Brett Bixby (piano, organ, synths), Chris Lovejoy (percussion) and Derek Brown (drums- The Eels/ Everest).
About AM:
The lead singer and founder is "AM" whose moniker is derived from his initials. Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana he brings twanging Americana, twinkling folk-rock-pop, caressing Philly soul, and funky R&B whatchacallit to the band's sound. He has drawn influences from various artists including the Beatles, Badfinger, Curtis Mayfield and Jorge Ben, and demonstrates over and again the simple fact of songwriting life: that imagination and taste is what it's all about. AM was handpicked by French duo Air to open their U.S., Canadian, and French tour and also toured with Charlotte Gainsbourg in North America in 2010. They have been compared to Wilco, Beck, and Last Shadow Puppets,
“…AM writes literate, emotionally balanced tunes that are infectious without being moronic, hip without being oh so, and pop infected without losing their edge… he is a songwriter ready to be discovered by a wider audience, an audience interested in smart and sincere songs that speak to the vastness of the human spirit.”
Future Sons & Daughters
4**** Q Magazine UK
5**** Sunday Express UK
The new album Future Sons & Daughters is a heady brew of twinkling Anglified folk-rock-pop with arguably, some of the best bridges and choruses in the bizness, that showcases AM's acute finessing ear for the ancient art of real, true songcraft. The album was produced by Charles Newman (responsible for the sounds of The Magnetic Field and who simultaneously produced AM's record and The Magnetic Field's new album) and was recorded in both Elliot Smith's old house and Wilder Studios.
The latest music video is for the single "Grand Opinion" and was directed by Blake West and shot at the beaches of Zuma and Malibu, California.
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Troubled Times
AM's debut album "Troubled Times" had every song placed in a movie or television show which hasn't been done since Moby, and received a slew of other accolades including iTunes "Best Indie Album Of The Year."
Side By Side - Duets Vol. 1
This album features original tracks and two cover tunes performed with friends Meiko, Susie Suh, Julianna Raye, Buddy, Tina Dico and Rick Garcia. (5 Bonus tracks available at iTunes) In earlier reviews, AM's music has been called "mellow gold" and "Side By Side" reinforces that. The EP is worth owning if only on the strength of two of the performances - the original "A Part Of Something Missing" performed with Rick Garcia and the incredibly haunting and beautiful cover of George Harrison's "While My Guitar Gently Weeps." "I'll Be Your Mirror" is a Bossa Nova gem performed with Rufus Wainwright's Julianna Raye. Gus Black (a singer/songwriter in his own right) directs AM's music video "Hear Me Sing" featuring Buddy.
Holiday Happiness & Cheer EP
AM delivers holiday music for the first time with his new EP “Holiday Happiness & Cheer”. Included is a beautifully haunting rendition of Vince Guaraldi’s “Christmas Time Is Here” (from the classic animated television Peanuts Special “A Charlie Brown Christmas”) complete with moody bossa influenced guitar, creepy synth work and McCartney style bass lines. Also included is an original song “I’m Home For The Holidays” – a spacious orchestral folk song that focuses on the somber elements of holiday time.
3) Sludge/doom metal from Finland, consisting of Mikko Aspa (Grunt, Clandestine Blaze...) and Jukka Mattila (Stumm, Throat).
4) aM (ae’m)[アム(amu)] is a 2 person unit which creates Electro beats. Their music is influenced by many styles such as Techno, House, Funk, Rock, and Electro.
Formed in Tokyo, Japan in 2001. The group consists of Hiroaki Kanai and Kōdai Tazawa.
Kōdai Tazawa was also the drummer for the band Supercar.
Hiroaki Kanai was a producer for the band Supercar.
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Temporary One
AM Lyrics
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I'm wondering what this day will bring
You're far away but you're still near
But I think that'll be ok with me
I'd settle things but I'm headstrong
Now it's just easier to fake my way
It's not that I can't resolve
Looking at those photographs
I cant' see who's right or wrong
I was your second hand
And you were just my temporary one
The lyrics to "Temporary One" by AM are about a person who is unsure of their place in a relationship. The singer is far away from their partner, and they don't know what the day will bring. The singer is headstrong, but they are also aware that faking their way through things is easier than resolving the situation. They don't have much to say, which suggests that the relationship may be in trouble. The singer is reflecting on the relationship and looking at old photographs, but they can't determine who was right or wrong.
The line "I was your second hand and you were just my temporary one" implies that the relationship was never meant to last. The singer may have been using their partner as a temporary fix, while their partner was more invested in the relationship. The singer is feeling conflicted and doesn't know what to do next. They may need to have a difficult conversation with their partner or make a tough decision about the future of the relationship.
Overall, "Temporary One" is a thoughtful and introspective song about the complexities of relationships. The lyrics are relatable and capture the uncertainty that many people feel when they are in a difficult situation.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not sure what I'm doing here
I'm uncertain about my purpose or intentions for being in this particular location or situation.
I'm wondering what this day will bring
I'm curious and have a sense of anticipation about what may happen today.
You're far away but you're still near
Although physically distant, you are still emotionally close and present in my thoughts.
But I think that'll be ok with me
Despite the distance, I am accepting and at peace with our current state of connection.
I'd settle things but I'm headstrong
I am stubborn and resistant to compromising or negotiating to find resolution.
Now it's just easier to fake my way
I find it simpler to pretend or act as if everything is alright, rather than facing the truth and addressing the underlying issues.
It's not that I can't resolve
I have the ability to find a solution or resolve conflict, but I am actively choosing not to.
It's just that I don't have much to say
I am not interested in opening up or engaging in dialogue about the matter at hand.
Looking at those photographs
Visualizing or reflecting on past experiences through photos.
I can't see who's right or wrong
It's difficult for me to determine who was at fault or who made mistakes in that situation.
I was your second hand
You viewed me as a backup or alternative option, rather than a primary relationship.
And you were just my temporary one
I used you as a temporary replacement, but it wasn't a long-term or significant connection for me.
Contributed by Noah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.