Their debut album Plan B was the brainchild of the band’s guitarist/original vocalist Michael Franzino, who invited several talented musicians in the Sacramento scene (Including various orchestral instrumentalists and a female vocalist) to perform on the record. They spent their first year of existence diligently perfecting their live set, building their fan base, and most recently, writing their sophomore album as a collaborative effort. Their live set is known for setting deep moods that swing from thoughtful, emotional build-ups to body-moving, epic climaxes.
After signing both deals, they entered Interlace Audio Recording Studio with producer / engineer Kris Crummet (Closure In Moscow, Fear Before, Dance Gavin Dance) to record their second full length, Conversation Piece.
After it's release in the fall of 2011, Conversation Piece received praise and they were called "one of post-hardcore’s most important new bands and one of the few capable of saving the scene." (-MindEqualsBlown.net).
A Lot Like Birds spent all of 2012 on the road, taking their new album and frenzied live antics to the masses. The positive reception to their high energy performances lead to a one month tour of Europe in February 2013. The band's growing fan base fueled powerful performances in London, Paris, Vienna, Budapest and 19 other cities.
ALLB Released their 2nd LP 'No Place' with Equal Vision Records on October 29th, 2013.
ALLB released their 3rd LP 'DIVISI' with Equal Vision Records on May 5th, 2017.
On February 17, 2018, A Lot Like Birds announced their break-up.
Current Members:
Cory Lockwood
Michael Franzino
Ben Wiacek
Joseph Arrington
Matt Coate
Past Members
Kurt Travis
Michael Littlefield
Ted Bundy's Thanksgiving Dinner
A Lot Like Birds Lyrics
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Distance is confidence
It's exactly the same with a different last name
I promise that I will take you home
I am nothing
But I am your way home
The lyrics of A Lot Like Birds's song Ted Bundy's Thanksgiving Dinner seem to depict a character grappling with their own identity and sense of belonging. The repetition of "distance is confidence," suggests the singer is seeking some kind of emotional distance to feel secure. This is reaffirmed in the next line, "It's exactly the same with a different last name," which suggests a desire to separate oneself from their past.
Despite this inner turmoil, the singer tells someone, "I promise that I will take you home." This could suggest that the singer desires to connect with someone on a deeper level and provide them with a place of security and comfort. The final lines, "I am nothing, but I am your way home," may reflect the singer's own insecurity and belief that they have nothing to offer, but still feel compelled to provide someone with a sense of direction and purpose.
Overall, the lyrics of Ted Bundy's Thanksgiving Dinner explore themes of identity, distance, and the desire for connection. It's possible that the character depicted in the song is struggling with feelings of inadequacy and the fear of being vulnerable and unaccepted by others.
Line by Line Meaning
Distance is confidence
Being away from someone or something can give you a sense of security or confidence.
Distance is confidence
The further you are from something, the safer and more confident you feel about it.
It's exactly the same with a different last name
Sometimes people or things may seem different at surface level, but they are actually the same deep down.
I promise that I will take you home
I assure you that I will do everything in my power to ensure your safety and well-being.
I am nothing
I feel insignificant or worthless.
But I am your way home
Despite feeling insignificant, I have the ability to guide you and lead you to safety.
Contributed by Evelyn K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.