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And We Should Die Of That Roar is a one man musical adventure instigated and run by a 36 years old guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Hardy Hum. After more than two decades of wide variety of musical projects, a self-titled debut full-length 17 track studio album (out November 19, 2014) under the And We Should Die Of That Roar flag is Hardy´s first all-guitars-stomps-barks-and-howls solo exertion combining post 50’s blues with proto-punk influences and Balkanesque oompah hooks and zingy melodies into a roaring and thumping portraits of visceral dark sentiments and sense woven spells. This, however, is but a dark echo of a more distant past.
"This album is, simply, unique. Full of atmosphere, and the character it carries is present in one track more than in some bands’ entire careers."
- Jordan Mooney - Cat On The Wall Music and Culture Webzine
About And We Should Die of that Roar
And We Should Die Of That Roar is a one man musical adventure instigated and run by a 36 years old guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Hardy Hum. After more than two decades of wide variety of musical projects, a self-titled debut full-length 17 track studio album (out November 19, 2014) under the And We Should Die Of That Roar flag is Hardy´s first all-guitars-stomps-barks-and-howls solo exertion combining post 50’s blues with proto-punk influences and Balkanesque oompah hooks and zingy melodies into a roaring and thumping portraits of visceral dark sentiments and sense woven spells. This, however, is but a dark echo of a more distant past.
Born into a family of musicians in former Yugoslavia in late 70’s, Hardy’s love for music developed early and has ever since remained a natural part of his life. After fleeing the horrors of war in Balkans at the age of 15, decontextualized with contested sense of identity and weighing sense of loss, rootlessness, and alienation as he was trying to adapt to his new life as a refugee and his new home (Sweden), he sought comfort in music.
”Sounding like Tom Waits if he was born in the Balkans, And We Should Die Of That Roar are an energetic and chaotic exploration of folk and proto-punk”
- Jamie Coughlan – Overblown Webzine
Over 25 years of writing and playing music took Hardy from basement rehearsals via formal musical training to working in various musical constellations, in studios as well as performing live, across variety of genres, instruments and styles. After successful participations in musical contests, media exposure, and contributions to other projects Hardy eventually released two albums (2004 and 2010) and toured the Europe with his punkrock band Blockbastards.
“Recently”, Hardy says, “I have been enjoying the wide open field of new possibilities inherent to being a solo author and musician in And We Should Die Of That Roar. One thing I learned during my punkrock years, besides that whatever you do in music should matter, is that there is a real charm to be found in musical simplicity – in those purest forms of expression. The trick is to deliberately avoid complex musical arrangements that more often than not threaten to inhibit the real voice of music that shimmers hidden in spaces between the notes and in depths behind them. The ‘forest’ is right there amidst the trees!”. This understanding is akin to the one that Hardy later on rediscovered in blues. Invigorated and freed by this insight he plunged into the songwriting wholeheartedly, evolving as a writer, guitarist and as a vocalist in a new and exciting ways. Songs piled up begging to be recorded, performed and shared with other people. In 2013 Kapten Studios’ producer Kenny Lundström (Norrköping, Sweden) came across some demo versions of Hardy´s songs and they decided to record them. A year later a bundle of 17 songs was ready and eager to meet its audience.
Understand
And We Should Die of That Roar Lyrics
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There are times when skies are heavy
And the ground is way too hard
And there’s no place you can go to
No one you can call
There are times you can’t get rid of
And there are times that just won’t last
And another one in your past
There are times you just feel empty
Turning into great big gap
And you sail into the pitch black dark
Without the compass, without the map
And your mask won’t let us see it
So you keep it all for yourself
So selfish, or so considerate
To keep it all for yourself
Yet there’s love here nonetheless, you see
You’re safe here amongst the friends
Yes, there are times when we don’t have a clue
But most times we understand
The opening lines of the song "Understand" by And We Should Die of That Roar immediately set a heavy and somber tone, describing the feeling of being trapped in a difficult situation with no escape. The imagery of heavy skies and hard ground conveys a sense of burden and limitation, mirroring feelings of being stuck and unable to move forward. The repeated theme of feeling alone and isolated, with no one to turn to or rely on, creates a strong sense of despair and helplessness.
The lyrics touch on the idea of feeling stuck between the past and the future, with one foot in each realm. This could symbolize a sense of being torn between who you were and who you want to become, feeling caught in a limbo between different versions of yourself. The mention of feeling empty and lost, sailing into the dark without a compass or map, further emphasizes the theme of confusion and uncertainty, of feeling directionless and adrift in the darkness of one's own mind.
The reference to wearing a mask that conceals one's true emotions adds another layer to the lyrics, suggesting a facade that hides inner turmoil and pain from others. The lyrics explore the internal struggle between wanting to keep one's feelings hidden and protected, yet also craving connection and understanding from others. This dichotomy between selfishness and consideration, of holding onto one's emotions for oneself while also yearning for empathy, highlights the complexity of human emotions and relationships.
Despite the struggles and challenges described throughout the song, there is a glimmer of hope and comfort in the acknowledgment of love and friendship. The reassurance that "there's love here nonetheless" and the idea of finding safety and understanding among friends speaks to the importance of connection and support in navigating tough times. The closing lines of the song, highlighting the fact that while there are moments of confusion and misunderstanding, ultimately, there is a shared understanding that binds us together, offer a message of unity and empathy in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
There are times when skies are heavy
Occasionally, we experience moments of intense emotional burden
And the ground is way too hard
And face challenges that seem insurmountable
And there’s no place you can go to
Feeling lost with no refuge or solace
No one you can call
No one to turn to for support
There are times you can’t get rid of
Experiencing periods that seem endless
And there are times that just won’t last
While others pass quickly
With one foot stuck in your future
Feeling torn between future aspirations and current reality
And another one in your past
And haunted by past experiences
There are times you just feel empty
Experiencing moments of emptiness and loneliness
Turning into great big gap
Which can feel like an overwhelming void
And you sail into the pitch black dark
Navigating through dark and unknown territories
Without the compass, without the map
Without guidance or direction
And your mask won’t let us see it
And hiding your true emotions from others
So you keep it all for yourself
Choosing to keep your struggles hidden
So selfish, or so considerate
Whether out of selfishness or consideration for others
To keep it all for yourself
To bear the burden alone
Yet there’s love here nonetheless, you see
But remember, there is still love and support available
You’re safe here amongst the friends
And you can find safety and comfort with loved ones
Yes, there are times when we don’t have a clue
It's okay to not have all the answers sometimes
But most times we understand
But most of the time, others can empathize and understand your struggles
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: HARIS AGIC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kurt Sveilis
bought the CD today look forward to see you playing live again, keep on keep'n on!
Modden83
Såg er på Secret festival igår och ni gjorde min kväll guld värd. Tack för det!
And We Should Die Of That Roar
Varmt tack för detta!!! Jag är så glad att du gillar det!!! Håll höjd!!!
Joe Vegna
Great stuff. Good work.
And We Should Die Of That Roar
Thnx!!!
sartael76
Önskar Quentin Tarantino kunde ha denna som en themelåt till en av sina filmer.
Helvete så bra! Skulle bli en riktigt bra Tarantino-klassiker!
And We Should Die Of That Roar
sartael76 Tack så hjärtligt för detta! Älskar själv Tarantinos arbete och skulle vara överlycklig om han skulle välja ngn av mina låtar till någon av sina produktioner. Upptäckte Tito & Tarantula genom hans From Dusk Till Dawn - grymt bra band!
Ulf Kjell Gür
Brilliant!
And We Should Die Of That Roar
Varmt tack för detta!
Georga
Snyggt!