Archive was formed by Londoners Darius Keeler and Danny Griffiths in 1994 and began as an electronica project. At the beginning, they mixed Bristol-style, Massive Attack, Portishead with Rap. The first album of the band, Londinium released in 1996 (with Roya Arab and Rosko John as guest vocalists). The second album, Take my Head, (which the band hates) was released in 1999 (with a new guest vocalist Suzanne Wooder), it is much more melodic than Londinium. The first song of the album, You Make Me Feel, illustrates this change in the Archive's music. After being dropped by their label and more changes in the lineup, the band seemed to hit its stride on the third album You All Look The Same To Me (2002), featuring singer Craig Walker (formerly of Power of Dreams), which took a decided turn toward more progressive music (with some Progressive Rock influences, notably Pink Floyd whose indelible influence is audible on tracks such as 'Finding it so Hard' and 'Again'), while still maintaining electronic elements. The band saw growing popularity and critical acclaim, especially in France, Greece, Germany and Poland. After recording two more artistically—but not too commercially—successful albums, Michel Vaillant (2003) and Noise (2004), Walker left the band for reasons the band and he will not talk about. The project continued on as a Collective, with new vocalists, Pollard Berrier and Dave Pen. In May 2006 they released the album Lights with Pollard Berrier on lead vocals, who is also a member/guest member of the innovative group, "Bauchklang" - a completely vocal beat-box (Vocal Groove) group based in Vienna, Austria. Archive released a live album, entitled,Live at Paris Zenith, in May, 2007 - which was recorded on January 20th, 2007 at the sold out Zentih Arena in Paris. Rolling Stone called it, "The best live album ever made." Archive continues to tour and is working on a number of forthcoming releases in the near future.
Archive are a Collective, not a band.
All Time
Archive Lyrics
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Though past will be future
When again yesterday to be made
For me hazy times fume all around
Burning grass in a field of endless supplies
Tall people casting shadows on the short
Little people running circles round the wide
Lazy times waste it well
What better to do with my mind!
Crazy times no rhythm too hard
Deep corners and people with my time
[Chorus]
Overground in joy in clouds sunlit
Snow untouched make pure silhouette
Catches steam grass and dew
Rays not harm the upward gaze
Hosts bring out a game of openfields on the box
Watch the guests who bring the heat of outside
Flags of faith for boundaries to fight
The young so wise before their time
My time your time all time
My time yout time all time
[Chorus]
Rhythm to your right rhythm the other side
Expression outside and poetry inside
Pleasure to your touch
Taste of heaven on your mind
And colours before your very eyes
The lyrics of Archive’s song “All Time” speak on a few themes like reflecting on the past and present, the concept of time, and moments of laziness and craziness in life. The opening lines seem like an oxymoron as it suggests going back to yesterday, which can’t be changed, but also talks about moving towards a future that could be shaped by it. The singer then goes on to describe times of confusion and chaos where everything seems hazy with burning grass and tall people casting shadows on the short. Little people running circles round the wide creates an image of people moving frantically without purpose or direction.
However, in the moments of lazy times, the singer emphasizes the importance of making the most of it by wasting it well. Lazy times are also those times of no rhythm, and the singer suggests deep corners and people are a great way to spend time. In the chorus, the singer evokes a sense of joy and optimism by talking about the feeling of being overground in joy in the clouds, the purity of untouched snow, and the upward gaze unharmed by rays. The final couplet of the chorus reiterates how all time- past, present, and future, belongs to everyone.
The last few lines talk about the importance of rhythm in life, how it should be expressed outside while poetry should be kept inside. It is the pleasure of touch that brings heaven to our minds. And finally, the vivid colors that are seen with one's very own eyes bring a refreshing sense of wonder and joy to life. With its lyrical depth, “All Time” is an inviting and reflective song that encourages the listener to think about life, time, and the moments that make it vivid.
Line by Line Meaning
Reflecting on what's been
Thinking about what has happened in the past
Though past will be future
Even though the past will become the future
When again yesterday to be made
When the events of yesterday are repeated
For me hazy times fume all around
I am surrounded by confusing and unclear times
Burning grass in a field of endless supplies
There is an abundance of resources, but they are being destroyed
Tall people casting shadows on the short
Those with power and influence are overshadowing those without
Little people running circles round the wide
Those with less power and influence are trying to navigate around those with more
Lazy times waste it well
When nothing is happening, I make good use of my time
What better to do with my mind!
There is nothing better to do than to use my mind
Crazy times no rhythm too hard
Even during chaotic times, there is always some order to be found
Deep corners and people with my time
People who have a lot of free time tend to get lost in their thoughts and emotions
Overground in joy in clouds sunlit
Feeling a sense of happiness and freedom in the open air and sunshine
Snow untouched make pure silhouette
Fresh snow creates a clean and untouched outline
Catches steam grass and dew
Observing the natural world and its processes
Rays not harm the upward gaze
The sun's rays do not cause harm when looking towards the sky
Hosts bring out a game of openfields on the box
Watching a sports game on television
Watch the guests who bring the heat of outside
Observing those who are passionate about outdoor activities
Flags of faith for boundaries to fight
People use religion as a reason to argue and create divisions
The young so wise before their time
Young people can often be very intelligent and intuitive beyond their years
My time your time all time
Time is something we all share and experience
Rhythm to your right rhythm the other side
Different people have different styles and ways of doing things
Expression outside and poetry inside
Showing your true self to the world while also keeping your personal thoughts and feelings close
Pleasure to your touch
Feeling pleasure through physical interactions
Taste of heaven on your mind
Experiencing something so good it feels like heaven
And colours before your very eyes
Seeing the variety and beauty in the world
Lyrics © TUNECORE INC, TuneCore Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CARRIGAN, KELLER
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@ericktitanic203
The best of ARCHIVE in their debut album....
Reflecting on what's been
Though past will be future
When again yesterday to be made
For me hazy times fume all around
Burning grass in a field of endless supplies
@JAhrOMiL
This record is a gem. No comparison with all they did after.
@ericktitanic203
The best of ARCHIVE in their debut album....
Reflecting on what's been
Though past will be future
When again yesterday to be made
For me hazy times fume all around
Burning grass in a field of endless supplies
@DopamineOverload
The best trip-hop/hip-hop record, ever. I mean, it's #1. No question.
@slyarte
Pure Trip Hop, magical sound
@JasonCameron774
These tracks are so chilled, yet so vitalizing.
@dannyboysable
Okay that was dope 👍.. well done 👍
@MrBionman
Quel frisson plus de 23 ans après...
@MMCEnsemble
Such a cool forward sound
@johntgb1959
yes yes yes loving this so much
@Tondiware
Magnifique