1) 80s synth-pop band Anti-Matter… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands named Antimatter.
1) 80s synth-pop band Anti-Matter formed by Xopher Davidson.
2) United Kingdom dark rock band Antimatter founded by Mick Moss. The project was originally a duo composed of founding member Duncan Patterson (former bassist/songwriter of Anathema) and Moss, being essentially an amalgamation of two solo projects working in tandem with each other, with each member writing and arranging their songs alone and compiling them in the studio later on to create an album.In this manner the pair released three albums together, Saviour, Lights Out and Planetary Confinement, after which Patterson left, in 2005, to start another band Íon. Moss continued Antimatter as an extension of his own timeline established throughout the first three discs, releasing the project's fourth album Leaving Eden in 2007. Followed Alternative Matter, Fear of a Unique Identity, The Judas Table, "Too Late", Welcome To The Machine, Live Between The Earth & Clouds, and, most recently, Black Market Enlightenment in 2018.
Xopher Davidson Anti-Matter
Xopher Davidson began his experiments in electronic sound from a basis in painting, film, and installation art, mixed with a long-time interest in electronics. While in primary school he learned to construct simple circuits, removing the components from old televisions and playing with step-up transformers. In 1985 the naively extremist project Jesus Wept was formed by James Chandler, John Hong, Will B. Gavin, and Davidson, beginning an era of tape manipulation. An electronic side project with James Chandler resulted in the (in)famous cassette release, Climatron. While attending school in Richmond, Virginia, Davidson completed the short black and white films Hess and Positioning Device, significant for its soundtrack of modulated full-frequency noise. He also started work on the trilogy of recorded sound pieces titled "Reflector," "Primer," and "Number," which was completed in 1990. Also during this period, Davidson performed with the noise fusion group 45-102, demonstrating an advanced position on sound in one public appearance. Presenting his work in numerous shows, he co-curated a major infrastructuralist show at the Henry Street Gallery. Davidson received a BFA degree in painting and sculpture from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1991.
In 1992, Davidson rode the train to Oakland, California, where he founded the seminal Exhibit < > space. In this storefront location (situated adjacent to a freeway onramp), he presented an ongoing installation of signs and diagrams which his paintings had evolved into. Listening here to the rumblings of the overhead freeway, it became obvious that the issue of sound needed to be (re)addressed. A year later, Davidson began work at the Center for Contemporary Music at Mills College in Oakland, California. Here he performed and recorded sound in many forms, presenting three concerts of electronic music while working on his MFA. At this same time, Davidson constructed a trilogy of experimental 16mm films at CCAC's film studios, to be overlayed with sound developed at the CCM recording studio. As a member of the live electronic groups Citizen Band and Circular Firing Squad, he performed extensively in and around the San Francisco Bay Area and the Pacific Northwest. Davidson continues to collaborate with David Kwan performing their audio visual presentations, a mixture of order and decay, and are currently working on a series of DVD translations.
As an audio engineer, Davidson has worked on projects by/ for: The-Allies, John Cage, Marcel Duchamp, Diamanda Galas, Jhno, Zbigniew Karkowski, Lloop, Once 11, Hannah Marcus, Paul D. Miller, Mix Master Mike, Pepito, Phoenecia, The Soft Pink Truth, Jonah Sharp, Otto Von Schirach, Subtropic, Themselves, Tipsy, We, and Iannis Xenakis, to name a few.
In 1999 Davidson released the antimatter recording Transfixion on the Artifact label. In 2001 he released the influential infrasonic recording, Function Generator, in collaboration with Zbigniew Karkowski, on Portugal's Sirr.records. His 2003 release for asphodel antimatter vs. antimatter sounds the depths of 15 years of his experiments with recording, leading the concept of remixing into an unknown expanse. Davidson continues to conduct experiments in sound and image in his backyard workshop, The Treatment Center.
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Line of Fire
Antimatter Lyrics
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Breaking barriers from yesterday
I fell into the line of fire
I broke down in the line of fire
Shattered past, and future fears
Take a moment far away from here
Out the strings and fly away
Taste the hell you put us through
Grace the heavens I could promise you
Take a hand in the line of fire
Make a stand behind the wire
The lyrics of Antimatter's song Line of Fire speak about confronting the challenges of the present moment and overcoming the limitations of the past. The first two lines of the song suggest that the singer is facing some form of panic or anxiety as a result of the barriers that existed in their past. However, they have chosen to face this challenge head-on, despite the risk of finding themselves in the line of fire. The second half of the lyrics encourage listeners to find a moment of peace and reflection, to break free from the strings that bind them, and to fly away from their problems.
The third stanza speaks of the pain and suffering that have been inflicted upon the singer, but they choose to rise above it and focus on the promise of a better future. They urge listeners to take a stand, even when faced with adversity. The line "behind the wire" may suggest an allusion to being held captive or imprisoned, either physically or emotionally. The song as a whole seems to espouse a message of perseverance and hope, despite the challenges of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Face the panic of today
Confront the overwhelming fear and chaos of the present moment.
Breaking barriers from yesterday
Overcoming obstacles and limitations from one's past experiences.
I fell into the line of fire
I found myself in a dangerous and intense situation, likely due to my own actions or circumstances beyond my control.
I broke down in the line of fire
I experienced a mental or emotional breakdown while under extreme pressure or in a high-stakes situation.
Shattered past, and future fears
Dealing with the pain and trauma of past experiences, while also worrying about what lies ahead.
Take a moment far away from here
Find a way to escape the present reality and take a brief respite from the chaos and stress.
Out the strings and fly away
Breaking free from the ties that bind and escaping from a difficult situation.
Taste the hell you put us through
Experience the pain and suffering that you have caused others to endure.
Grace the heavens I could promise you
Earn salvation or redemption by making a meaningful and positive change in one's life.
Take a hand in the line of fire
Stand up for oneself and take an active role in a dangerous and high-pressure situation.
Make a stand behind the wire
Fight for what one believes in, even in the face of serious danger or opposition.
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roro
Face the panic of today
Breaking barriers from yesterday
I fell into the line of fire
I broke down in the line of fire
Shattered past, and future fears
Take a moment far away from here
Out the strings and fly away
Out the strings and fly away
Taste the hell you put us through
Grace the heavens I could promise you
Take a hand in the line of fire
Make a stand behind the wire
Barry Whyte guitarist
I actually played acoustic lead guitar at the end of the song. Great to hear it again. 😃
Shuba Murthy
this is chillingly beautiful
roro
Face the panic of today
Breaking barriers from yesterday
I fell into the line of fire
I broke down in the line of fire
Shattered past, and future fears
Take a moment far away from here
Out the strings and fly away
Out the strings and fly away
Taste the hell you put us through
Grace the heavens I could promise you
Take a hand in the line of fire
Make a stand behind the wire
Prophecy Productions
you're welcome
Madsalan
the best underrated band
hategrinder
beyond words so good
Sister Sister
the early material is often the best - bands more of they want to, in my opinion
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my favourite antimatter song
Orhun Dursun
thats incredible
Ceramic Doll
I guess... I'm the first comment, all i can say is... Beautiful If you hear this, and feel the way i do, then you should take a moment and set it aside, marking this moment, As a perfect moment.