Backworld was formed in 1993 owing to Budenholzer's growing passion for English folk music, minimalist classical composition, Christian mysticism, and a desire to make music that could reflect these interests and hopefully be as spiritual and beautiful.
Since joining forces with World Serpent Distribution (London) in 1995 four studio albums have resulted, Holy Fire (1996), Isles of the Blest (1997), Anthems from the Pleasure Park (1999), Of Silver Sleep (2001) and a live album, The Fourth Wall, recorded at the Bloomsbury Theatre, London 2001. And 2 moreLPs Good Infection (2007) and Come The Bells (2011) on his own Discalucla label
Backworld's albums and early performances at CBGB's 313 Gallery and the NYU Experimental Theatre Wing and more recent concerts at House Leipzig, Germany; Grandson Castle, Switzerland; Bloomsbury Theatre, and St. Olave's Church, London, have featured a changing roster of players but the course is still steered by Budenholzer's constant vision. Arrangements of guitar, strings, percussion, flutes, electronics, revolve around lyrics concerned with ecstatic religious yearnings and tales of otherworldly visions. Notably Jarboe (Swans) has been a recurring figure in this story as well. Her presence can be felt lurking around certain tracks on the second and third albums. Recently, while recording the upcoming album, Good Infection, he enlisted the talents of Isobel Campbell (Belle & Sebastian, Gentle Waves), David Tibet (Current 93) and Drew McDowall (Coil) to contribute vocals and other textures to the new songs.
Leaves of Autumn
Backworld Lyrics
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Singing by the river our voices raised up
The trees in the orchard bend toward the sound
Of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
Leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
Weathered in winter, borne up in spring
Dying in the summer, till the rains come again
Of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
Leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
We drink from our cup, the sweet poison burns
One dies for longing, and one dies to learn
The flowers of passion rage all around
As leaves in the autumn fall upon the ground
Leaves in the autumn fall upon the ground
Fall upon the ground
Fall upon the ground
(Fall upon the ground)
Fall upon the ground
Fall upon the ground
(Fall upon the ground)
Fall upon the ground
Fall upon the ground
The lyrics of Backworld's "Leaves of Autumn" describe the cycle of life and death through the metaphor of falling leaves. The song begins with the opening of a curtain, which signifies the revealing of secrets that are hidden during the darkness of dusk. The singer and his companions then sing by a river, raising their voices in unison. The trees in the orchard bend towards the sound, suggesting a musical harmony between humanity and nature. The falling leaves of autumn serve as a connecting thread between the different seasons of life. Winter is described as a weathering force, spring as a time for growth and renewal, summer as a time of death, and the autumn rains as a time of rejuvenation.
The second verse of the song introduces the idea of the "sweet poison" that is consumed by the singer and his companions. This poison may be a symbol of either passion or knowledge, both of which can be both alluring and destructive. The flowers of passion "rage" all around, indicating that the consequences of consuming the sweet poison can be overwhelming. Throughout the song, the leaves falling upon the ground are portrayed as a natural and necessary part of the cycle of life and death. They may also serve to remind the singer and his companions of their own mortality and the fleeting nature of life.
Line by Line Meaning
The curtain draws open on secrets of the dusk
A new beginning reveals hidden truths that were previously unseen in the darkness
Singing by the river our voices raised up
The joy of life is expressed through song, shared with others by a flowing river
The trees in the orchard bend toward the sound
Nature is drawn to the beautiful music and moves in response to it
Of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
The natural cycle of life and death continues as leaves fall to the earth in the season of autumn
Weathered in winter, borne up in spring
The harshness of winter is endured, but new life emerges in the spring
Dying in the summer, till the rains come again
The heat and dryness of summer lead to the end of life, but hope for renewal comes with the return of rain
We dance in the garden and wait for the call
In the midst of life's joys, we sense that something greater is calling us
Of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
The transience of life is felt as leaves once again fall to the ground
We drink from our cup, the sweet poison burns
We indulge in pleasures that are both enjoyable and harmful
One dies for longing, and one dies to learn
Deaths may be caused by unfulfilled desires or the pursuit of knowledge
The flowers of passion rage all around
Strong emotions and desires are present everywhere, like blooming flowers
As leaves in the autumn fall upon the ground
Our experiences and emotions eventually come to an end, like leaves falling to the ground in the autumn
Fall upon the ground
A reminder that everything in life has a beginning and an end
Fall upon the ground (Fall upon the ground)
A repeating refrain that emphasizes the inevitability of endings
Fall upon the ground
A final reminder that all things, even the most beautiful, must eventually come to an end
Writer(s): Joseph Vincent Budenholzer
Contributed by Cooper W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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The curtain draws open on secrets of the dusk
singing by the river our voices raised up the trees in the orchard bend toward the sound
of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
Weathered in winter, borne up in spring
dying in the summer, till the rains come again
we dance in the garden and wait for the call
of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
We drink from our cup, the sweet poison burns
one dies for longing, and one dies to learn
the flowers of passion rage all around
as leaves in the autumn fall upon the ground
Donovan Faucher
One of the greatest songs ever made that nobody really knows about. I wish the artists who made this get some wicked recognition! Well done. Very well done.
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The curtain draws open on secrets of the dusk
singing by the river our voices raised up the trees in the orchard bend toward the sound
of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
Weathered in winter, borne up in spring
dying in the summer, till the rains come again
we dance in the garden and wait for the call
of leaves in the autumn that fall upon the ground
We drink from our cup, the sweet poison burns
one dies for longing, and one dies to learn
the flowers of passion rage all around
as leaves in the autumn fall upon the ground
Sergio Fritz
Gran canción, notable
bogdantes93
The images are very artistic.
Cecilia Lee
I listened this song about more then ten years ago.
Boris
This song needs more views.....
Julius Spartiat
Happy to know Your appreciation :) Thanks,my Friend :)
Cabezademaceta Marsili
Beauty song <3
Annapaula L. H.
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HELTONN
🖤