Nicolas Godin studied architecture at the École nationale supérieure d'architecture de Versailles, and Jean-Benoît Dunckel studied mathematics, before forming a band in 1995. Before founding Air (erroneously considered as an acronym of Amour, Imagination, Rêve, which translates to Love, Imagination, Dream), Dunckel and Godin played together in the band Orange with others such as Alex Gopher, Xavier Jamaux and Jean de Reydellet. The former two subsequently contributed to remixes of tracks recorded by Air.
Initially Godin worked alone, recording a demo with members of Funkadelic as his backing band before releasing his first entirely solo effort, "Modular Mix", which featured production by Étienne de Crécy.
Career
After making several remixes for other acts in the first half of the 1990s, Air recorded its first EP, Premiers Symptômes, in 1995. The band released its first album, Moon Safari, in 1998. Its first single, "Sexy Boy", was heavily played on alternative radio stations. The album received universal acclaim and became an international success. In 1999, Air composed the score The Virgin Suicides to Sofia Coppola's debut film of the same name; in 2012, Air wrote its second score to Georges Méliès' Le voyage dans la lune.
Other works
Air has often collaborated with Coppola. Air drummer and former Redd Kross member Brian Reitzell put together the soundtrack to 2003's Lost in Translation, including one original contribution by Air titled "Alone in Kyoto". The soundtrack for Coppola's October 2006 film Marie Antoinette featured a track by Air ("Il Secondo Giorno"). Air wrote and played the music of the album 5:55 by Anglo-French actress and singer Charlotte Gainsbourg, which was released in August 2006. Air has recorded a DJ mix album, Late Night Tales: Air, for Azuli Records' Late Night Tales series. The release was initially scheduled for October 2005, but was delayed several times. It finally was released, complete with a new sleeve design, in September 2006. Darkel, a solo album by Dunckel, was released that same year.
City Reading (Tre Storie Western) (2003) started as an idea for a collaboration with contemporary Italian writer Alessandro Baricco, known for his unusual characterizations and lyrical, poetic style. Baricco contacted Air in summer 2002 with the idea to marry narration of texts from his book City with live original musical accompaniment. The performance premiered live in November 2002 at Rome's Teatro Valle and was deemed such a success that both parties resolved to make a full studio recording.
Influences and musical style
Air is associated with a variety of musical styles: electronica, space pop, dream pop, progressive rock, downtempo, chillout, trip hop, ambient, electronic pop and space rock. Dunckel grew up listening to both classical and electronic music, especially Kraftwerk. He later took an interest in what he called the "English dark rock" of Siouxsie and the Banshees and Joy Division, while being a fan of David Bowie, Iggy Pop and Lou Reed. Brian Eno and Cluster were two of the electronic acts who inspired him the most. He cites among his favorite artists: Maurice Ravel for classical music, François de Roubaix for music soundtracks and Siouxsie and the Banshees for pop music. Dunckel shared with Godin a special liking for the music of Michel Legrand, Philip Glass and Grace Jones. During his childhood, Godin was fascinated by the Beatles before later discovering the soul of Sly and the Family Stone. The duo were influenced by progressive rock pioneers Pink Floyd.
Air uses many of its studio instruments (like Moog synthesizers, the Korg MS-20, Wurlitzer and Vocoder) on stage, where their ability to improvise is more clearly highlighted. The band performs the well-known tracks from the albums live as extended or altered versions. Air often collaborates (both in the studio and live) with artists like Beth Hirsch (Moon Safari), Françoise Hardy ("Jeanne"), Jean-Jacques Perrey ("Cosmic Bird"), Gordon Tracks ("Playground Love" and "Easy Going Woman" – Gordon Tracks is a pseudonym of the French singer Thomas Mars from Phoenix), Beck (10 000 Hz Legend) and Jean-Michel Jarre ("Close Your Eyes" from Jarre's Electronica 1: The Time Machine). They also invited Dave Palmer on their 2004 tour and drummer Earl Harvin, Vincent Taurelle and Steve Jones on their 2007 tour.
Studio albums
Moon Safari (1998)
10 000 Hz Legend (2001)
Talkie Walkie (2004)
Pocket Symphony (2007)
Love 2 (2009)
Le voyage dans la lune (2012)
Soundtrack albums
The Virgin Suicides (2000)
Music for Museum (2014)
Extended plays
Premiers Symptômes (1997)
Collaborative albums
City Reading (Tre Storie Western) (2003)
Mix and remix albums
Everybody Hertz (2002)
Late Night Tales (2006)
Compilation albums
Twentyears (2016)
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Air is one of the many aliases of Pete Namlook. He has been releasing ambient music under this name since the release of an eponymous album in 1993.
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Japanese noise rock, Air is an alias of Koji Kurumatani first released album Wear Off in 1996.
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Air is a late 90s Indonesian Pop band that became popular with their "Bintang" song.
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Air was a jazz trio with its roots steeped in Chicago's Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians (AACM), and was formed originally in 1971. The jazz trio Air formed from within the Muhal Richard Abrams Sextet, which was active on the Chicago scene contemporaneously with the birth and growth of the AACM and groups such as the Art Ensemble of Chicago. Henry Threadgill on reeds, hubcaphone, and percussion; Fred Hopkins on bass, and Steve McCall on drums formed the trio when Threadgill was commissioned by Columbia College to score and adapt Scott Joplin's work for a performance honoring Joplin's centenary (Joplin's birth has been established now as sometime in 1868) and a rebirth of interest in the noted ragtime composer. All three men were Air signs in the zodiac, and so adopted the name.
They performed first around Chicago, while maintaining residency with Muhal Abrams group, which also featured Kalaparusha Maurice McIntyre and Wallace McMillan, both reed players. The Air "brand" remained a side project until all three reunited in New York in 1975, and began recording under that name for India Navigation, Nessa, Black Saint, and Novus. The trio broke up when Steve McCall left in the early 1980s, and when Pheroan Aklaff joined in 1982, they recorded as New Air, and recorded several albums under that name, including Air Show No. 1 in 1986, which featured Cassandra Wilson on vocals. Andrew Cyrille ultimately replaced akLaff before the band eventually was superceded by the burgeoning careers of its members: Threadgill with his groups Sextett and Very Very Circus, and Hopkins as the go-to bassist for Threadgill, David Murray, and Hamiet Bluiett. McCall's health forced his retirement from touring around 1980, and the dynamic drummer and effusive and gracious man who was a cofounder of the AACM with Muhal Abrams and Fred Anderson, died of a stroke in 1989.
This Air is listed as Air (4) on Discogs and is also been identified on last.fm as Air (Fred Hopkins, Steve McCall, Henry Threadgill) and Air with Fred Hopkins, Steve Mccall, Henry Threadgill (sic: McCall's name misspelt), and possibly also other alternative spellings of the group's name exist.
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Air was a psychedelic folk rock band featuring Googie and Tom Coppola, John Siegler and Mark Rosengarden. They released their first self titled album in 1971.
Full Moon
Air Lyrics
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I ain't even let my hoes talk, I just let 'em suck
Big bad wolf in Vlone, I ain't give it up
Got all that V, and I'm flying like it's Mighty Ducks
Slap shots, back shots, uh, like a hockey puck
I can't trust no hoe, if she be rocking a wig
Man we on the come up, no downs, no zag, no zig
Ice chains, weight gains, music like an oil rig
My dogs on the loose, they got a mind of they own
That bitch masculine, she don't moan, she groan (Grr)
That hoe be a ten, her backbone be blown
This like Call of Duty shit, send out a recon drone
Seein' brazy all the time, 'cause I'm sipping on wocky
Smash a bacon egg n cheese, 'cause my way be oaky
Bitch it's Philly where I rep, 'cause I'm feelin' like Rocky (Bitch)
Been supportive with my johns, 'cause my cocky rep Jockey
Gang
Gang shit
We popping people always, and they twerking on our dicks
Gang
Gang shit
They say we ain't been tough, but our bitches are all thick
Birthday big booty hoe, break her doobies down
Green durag, and my flow be on Zumiez now
Icebox visit everyday, cause it's drip or drown
Backup hoes in my phone, they from outta town
Bitch bitch bitch, how I'm talkin' to yo mom
Dick dick dick, yeah she's riding on my hog
Balls balls balls, and I put it on her thong
Honk honk honk, yeah I beeped the wrong hole
Clap clap clap, throw it back on my dong
Freak freak freak, yeah I'm tryna give her dick
Gawk gawk gawk, her head game be strong
P p p p, penis in her mouth
Beat beat beat, it's an endless cycle
Fuckin' on your mom on her menstrual cycle
Riding on my hog like it's a cycle (Bitch)
Got to ask if you bisexual or a cycle
Gang
Gang shit
We popping people always, and they twerking on our dicks
Gang
Gang shit
They say we ain't been tough, but our bitches are all thick
Put a finger down if you a real ass g (That's me)
Put a finger down if you got big ass meat (Me again)
Put a finger down if a hoe called your phone
And you ain't left a text in a whole ass week
You stuck up in the crib eating fuckin wheat bread (Ew)
I was steady with yo girl she a fuckin meathead
She was laying on my bed with a fake ass tat
It got ink on my shirt now the 0's on my back
Tell the hoes I'll be back, they could leave me a fax
And if I'm gone for the week, Iain't leaving a bag
And if she comin' for peace, well then I'm leaving her mad
Take a, hard look at my fuckin' welcome mat (Bitch)
No I'm never seeing straight, cause the lean in my IV
But she outta my sight, cause my leagues are Ivy
I hit a lick on a dimey, now she dirty and grimy (Bitch)
Algae on that bitch, like she made in the 90s
Gang
Gang shit
We popping people always, and they twerking on our dicks
Gang
Gang shit
They say we ain't been tough, but our bitches are all thick
Bitch
The lyrics to Air's song "Full Moon" depict a hedonistic and provocative lifestyle filled with sexual encounters and a disregard for traditional relationships. The song reveals a sense of arrogance and superiority as the singer boasts about their sexual conquests and objectifies women. The reference to a full moon adds a mystical element to the lyrics, suggesting that this behavior is driven by animalistic instincts and the primal need for pleasure.
The lyrics also touch upon themes of aggression and dominance, comparing the singer to a "big bad wolf" and referencing violent sports like hockey. The explicit language and graphic descriptions further emphasize the raw and uninhibited nature of the song.
Overall, "Full Moon" presents a dark and gritty portrayal of sexual desires and a lack of emotional connection, portraying a lifestyle that is promiscuous and detached.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a full moon tonight
Tonight is a night of opportunity and wildness, where inhibitions are thrown aside.
I ain't even let my hoes talk, I just let 'em suck
I don't waste time on meaningless conversation with my sexual partners, I simply let them perform oral sex on me.
Big bad wolf in Vlone, I ain't give it up
I embrace my powerful and dominant persona, refusing to back down or surrender.
Got all that V, and I'm flying like it's Mighty Ducks
I possess all the drugs and alcohol necessary to reach a state of euphoria and reckless abandon.
Slap shots, back shots, uh, like a hockey puck
Engaging in rough and aggressive sexual acts, reminiscent of intense hockey plays.
I can't trust no hoe, if she be rocking a wig
I find it difficult to trust women who wear wigs, as it signifies a level of insecurity and deception.
Man we on the come up, no downs, no zag, no zig
We are experiencing success and progress without any setbacks or deviations.
Ice chains, weight gains, music like an oil rig
I adorn myself with expensive jewelry and have gained power and influence, while my music production is consistently productive and lucrative.
Kids on a slip and slide, one gulp it's a big swig
Just like children playing on a water slide, our indulgence and consumption are swift and excessive.
My dogs on the loose, they got a mind of their own
My loyal companions are free-spirited and make their own decisions, displaying independence and autonomy.
That bitch masculine, she don't moan, she groan (Grr)
The woman I am referring to possesses masculine traits and expresses her pleasure in a growling manner rather than the traditional moaning.
That hoe be a ten, her backbone be blown
The woman I am referring to is highly attractive and her sexual experiences have left her feeling empowered and confident.
This like Call of Duty shit, send out a recon drone
The situation I am in is akin to a mission in the video game Call of Duty, where I deploy a reconnaissance drone to gather information.
Seein' brazy all the time, 'cause I'm sipping on wocky
I consistently experience a state of madness or wildness because I regularly consume the drug 'wocky', which has mind-altering effects.
Smash a bacon egg n cheese, 'cause my way be oaky
I indulge in a greasy and satisfying breakfast sandwich, symbolizing my carefree and easygoing lifestyle.
Bitch it's Philly where I rep, 'cause I'm feelin' like Rocky (Bitch)
I proudly represent Philadelphia, drawing inspiration from the iconic film character Rocky Balboa, as I feel resilient and strong like him.
Been supportive with my johns, 'cause my cocky rep Jockey
I have shown loyalty and support to my sexual partners, solidifying my reputation as a confident and arrogant individual.
We popping people always, and they twerking on our dicks
We consistently attract attention and admiration, with people enthusiastically dancing and engaging sexually with us.
They say we ain't been tough, but our bitches are all thick
Despite others doubting our strength, our female partners possess physical attributes that are highly desirable and enviable.
Birthday big booty hoe, break her doobies down
On my birthday, I engage in sexual activities with a woman who has a large and attractive posterior, while also preparing marijuana cigarettes.
Green durag, and my flow be on Zumiez now
I wear a green durag to represent my hip-hop style, and my lyrical delivery is now being recognized and appreciated by the popular Zumiez brand.
Icebox visit everyday, cause it's drip or drown
I regularly visit a jewelry store to admire and acquire expensive jewelry because in my lifestyle, it is crucial to display wealth and style.
Backup hoes in my phone, they from outta town
I keep a reserve of potential sexual partners in my contacts, and they are all from different cities, adding variety to my experiences.
Bitch bitch bitch, how I'm talkin' to yo mom
I repeatedly refer to females in a derogatory manner, which reflects how I disrespectfully communicate with your mother.
Dick dick dick, yeah she's riding on my hog
Sexually, she enthusiastically engages in intercourse with me, symbolized by the act of riding a motorcycle.
Balls balls balls, and I put it on her thong
I pay special attention to my testicles during sexual encounters, and I place them onto her undergarments for further stimulation.
Honk honk honk, yeah I beeped the wrong hole
During sexual activity, I mistakenly attempted penetration in the wrong bodily orifice, resulting in an unintended sound effect.
Clap clap clap, throw it back on my dong
She vigorously moves her body, resulting in clapping sounds, while also engaging in sexual activity with me.
Freak freak freak, yeah I'm tryna give her dick
I desire to engage in sexual acts with her, emphasizing my willingness to satisfy her sexual desires with my penis.
Gawk gawk gawk, her head game be strong
She possesses exceptional fellatio skills, as she expertly performs oral sex with enthusiastic and forceful motions.
P p p p, penis in her mouth
The act of inserting my penis into her mouth, achieving oral pleasure.
Beat beat beat, it's an endless cycle
Our sexual encounters follow a pattern of rhythmic movements, creating a repetitive cycle of pleasure.
Fuckin' on your mom on her menstrual cycle
Engaging in sexual activity with your mother while she is experiencing her menstrual period.
Riding on my hog like it's a cycle (Bitch)
Having sexual intercourse while envisioning the act as riding a motorcycle, providing a sense of excitement and power.
Got to ask if you bisexual or a cycle
I inquire about one's sexual preferences, questioning if they are attracted to both sexes or if they engage in a repetitive cycle of sexual encounters.
Put a finger down if you a real ass g (That's me)
If you consider yourself a genuine and authentic individual, lower one finger as a representation of your identity.
Put a finger down if you got big ass meat (Me again)
If you possess a large and impressive genitalia, lower one finger to acknowledge your own physical attribute.
Put a finger down if a hoe called your phone
Lower one finger if you have received a phone call from a promiscuous woman.
And you ain't left a text in a whole ass week
Furthermore, if you have intentionally neglected to send a single text message for an entire week.
You stuck up in the crib eating fuckin wheat bread (Ew)
You are confined to your home, consuming a dull and uninspiring diet consisting of plain and unappetizing wheat bread.
I was steady with yo girl she a fuckin meathead
I was consistently involved with your girlfriend, who possesses a lack of intelligence or wit.
She was laying on my bed with a fake ass tat
She was reclining on my bed, showcasing a temporary tattoo that lacks authenticity and permanence.
It got ink on my shirt now the 0's on my back
The temporary tattoo has transferred ink onto my shirt, leaving a mark resembling the number zero on my back.
Tell the hoes I'll be back, they could leave me a fax
Inform the women who are interested in me that I will return, suggesting that they can leave me a message through a facsimile transmission.
And if I'm gone for the week, Iain't leaving a bag
If I am absent for an extended period, I won't leave any drugs or other substances behind.
And if she comin' for peace, well then I'm leaving her mad
If a woman seeks a peaceful resolution or reconciliation, I will intentionally depart, provoking her anger instead.
Take a, hard look at my fuckin' welcome mat (Bitch)
Examine closely the doormat at the entrance of my home, which serves as an abrasive and confrontational statement to visitors.
No I'm never seeing straight, cause the lean in my IV
I constantly find myself in an altered state of consciousness, as I regularly ingest the drug 'lean', which contains codeine and promethazine.
But she outta my sight, cause my leagues are Ivy
She is no longer in my line of vision or interest, as I am involved with individuals who possess prestigious and exclusive qualities, like the Ivy League.
I hit a lick on a dimey, now she dirty and grimy (Bitch)
I engaged in a financial scheme to deceive and obtain money from an attractive woman, resulting in her degradation and filthiness.
Algae on that bitch, like she made in the 90s
Metaphorically, she exhibits uncleanliness and a lack of refinement, comparable to the presence of algae typically found on objects from the 1990s.
Gang
Affirmation of belonging to a group or collective with shared values and interests.
Gang shit
Engaging in activities or behaviors that exemplify the characteristics and values of the group one belongs to.
They say we ain't been tough, but our bitches are all thick
Others may doubt our toughness or strength, but the women by our side possess physical attributes, particularly curvaceous bodies, that challenge this perception.
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Written by: AIR
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@ashrellred3509
My dad introduced me to this album when I was a teenager. We listened to it on the car radio while he drove me everywhere. I reaped it from the cd and put it on my phone. It was an old thing, and i could barely fit all the songs, so it was the only music I had on it. When i was traveling and didn't have my CD player it was the only thing I could listen to off internet. I remember falling asleep to it on trains and buses. For me, it's an album about travels and home, and missing my father.
See you soon, Dad
@robinkilberg9244
Beautiful. I woke up for a couple hours ago, and the first thing i read was your comment. Never heard of them, never heard.
Had a beatiful morning listening to this album. Thank you. God bless.
@pascaltonon1347
Je ne connaissais pas
C'est cool comme musique et merci d'en avoir parlé
@gustavohernandeza.890
25 years later, this is still a phenomenal album
@MJ.71
Can't believe I've only just found this group but, this album is now one of my favourites, absolutely brilliant......
@markfromct2
Totally underrated
Je peux parler français après avoir écouté
@tracymcgeachie7525
Totally agree
@jenna3432
extremely
@brunocpimenta
Forever
@MrMessiah44
I'm 44 today and been metal head all my life but this album been with me all my adult life. Just complete piece, takes me to times I would like to remember forever, people that aren't here no more. Great life journey.