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Blackchords have been chosen to support Jet and Powderfinger on Oct 29th at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl. This is Powderfinger's last ever tour and their last ever show in Melbourne.
Check out our new single 'As Night Falls' right here on Last.FM 'As Night Falls' was written specifically for new Australian suspense drama ‘BLAME’ directed by Michael Henry. 'These Lights' taken from the debut album also features in the film's trailer.
Blackchords released their self-titled debut album on October 5 through Dust Devil Music/Stomp. Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, Blackchords, fronted by songwriter Nick Milwright, have been widely acclaimed on their native turf (“One of the best Australian debut releases”, Reverb Magazine) with critics raving that their darkly majestic collection of understated songs recalls the best bits of Ryan Adams, Elbow and Jeff Buckley. “So far the response has been really positive, especially from the fans,” says Nick. “We strive to write music that moves and connects with people. It’s the reason we want to play professionally.”
Highlights include opening track ‘At World’s End’, which leaks a despair that defies its upbeat arrangement. Richly-scored ballads, ‘22’, and ‘These Lights,’ capture the quietness of intimacy, whilst ‘Broken Bones’ sees Milwright ponder existential matters: “This endless ride has got me I know/I’ve been holding on by a thread/falling towards the end, but I have been held by a thousand hands/we can scream out loud ’cause we’re all on this ride I know”. In ‘Raise My Hands,’ Milwright mourns “the thread coming undone/love it comes and goes” accompanied by a sympathetic string section; and ‘Disappear’ offers an introspective, ambivalent close to the album: “just give me a minute to gather my thoughts/disappear now”.
From an early age, and a childhood spent with, as Nick puts it, "the usual suspects" (The Beatles, Cat Stevens, John Lennon, Joni Mitchell & Van Morrison) Nick knew that there was something drawing him to music, but it wasn't until his early twenties that he was to pursue it full time. In the meantime he tried following in the footsteps of his family – and joined the military. Soon realizing that this wasn't for him, he left to begin training full time in Ballet and contemporary dance at one of Australia’s top dance schools, the VCA. Finally, forced to rest for 6 months after an injury, he decided to open his mouth. "It was something like taking a plunge off this huge cliff, and I'd been too scared to confront it for so long,” he says. “In the end I had to accept that the desire would never leave, and the real regret would be to grow old and to have never given it a shot.”
After collectively finishing uni or working in badly paid jobs, Blackchords began to take shape in 2005, their name originating, says Nick, “down in the belly of a bluestone basement”. In 2006 they created quite a stir when, as an unsigned band, their video for ‘Broken Bones’ won first place at Melbourne’s prestigious St Kilda Film Festival. In 2008 the same song went on to become a double finalist in the ISC (International Songwriting Competition, for best rock song & video). “I really love working with filmmakers and artists to help create the Blackchords landscape,” says Nick.
In 2008 the band were signed to Dust Devil Music, and began work on their debut full-length album. "In the beginning we were almost an alt country band. Then we found ourselves trying to resemble instrumental rock bands like Explosions In The Sky. Now I feel like we've found our own feet and sound like Blackchords. I knew we were walking the right path after hearing the first notes of the cello on ‘Raise My Hands.’ The whole time when the string quartet was recording I just sat there. I had goose bumps down my spine.”
So, now that ‘Blackchords’ is complete and ready to be set free, what does the future hold for the band? "We're just eager to get out there and push it as far as it can go. Blackchords want to make music for the rest of our lives and get better and better as musicians. If we can do that we’ll be very happy."
Pretty Little Thing
Blackchords Lyrics
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To get away from this howling wind
We’ll slow right down and be on our own
When this racing world gets out of hand
Pretty little thing
You’re such a pretty little thing
I’ve seen her eyes on the other side
We’ll slow right down and be on our own
Pretty little thing
Such a pretty little thing
In Blackchords's song "Pretty Little Thing", the lyrics describe a desire to escape the chaos of the world and find respite in someone else's company, specifically a "pretty little thing". The song seems to be a plea for intimacy and companionship, as the singer seeks out a girl to take him home so that they can find solace together. The lyrics suggest a need for rest and solitude, and convey the idea that the world can be a loud, overwhelming place that needs to be shut out in order to find peace. The repetition of the phrase "pretty little thing" seems to reflect an almost childlike desire for comfort and care, as though the singer is searching for someone to take care of him and make him feel safe.
Overall, the lyrics of "Pretty Little Thing" comprise a deeply emotional appeal for connection and intimacy. The singer longs to escape the stresses of the world and find comfort in the company of someone else, someone who can offer both solace and beauty. The repetition of the phrase "pretty little thing" underscores the song's themes of vulnerability and need, and suggests that the singer is looking for a person who can provide care and compassion in a world that can be harsh and overwhelming.
Line by Line Meaning
I found a place that we can go
I discovered a location where we can escape and find peace
To get away from this howling wind
To escape from the overwhelming noise and chaos around us
We’ll slow right down and be on our own
We will take it easy and enjoy our own company without external distractions
When this racing world gets out of hand
When the fast-paced society becomes unmanageable
Pretty little thing
Term of endearment to a beautiful person
You’re such a pretty little thing
Reinforcing the idea of appreciation and admiration for someone's beauty
I found a girl to take me home
I met a girl who agreed to take me to her place
I’ve seen her eyes on the other side
I have observed her looking at me from a distance
Such a pretty little thing
Reiteration of admiration towards the girl's looks
Contributed by Kennedy Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sara Sayam
im so glad i found your channel! your quickly becoming one of my favorite artists :)
zainab siddiq
Amazing song !!!!! When karrisa from saturdaynightsalrite played this song I feel in love with it right away. It's like hidden talent !keep up the amazing work !
Felicity Foo
I'm currently at the point where I know I'll love every song from you guys that I'd hit the like button before I even listen to the oang
Blackchords
Yay thank you soo much!! We are currently on tour hopefully we'll get to see you along the way. you can check out our dates on Facebook. XX Blackchords
Madeline Ann Sophia
I'm addicted to this song! I was i could see you preform! come to new york :)
Vienne Carter
I REALLY REALLY LOVE YOU GUYS <3 AND YOU'RE MUSIC I WISH U GUYS WOULD MAKE IT BIG INSTEAD OF 1DIRECTION OR JUSTIN BIEBER OR WHOEVER THE NEW BOYBANDS ARE <3
Loz-photosnapster Scott
great stuff ... brighton would be great lol i share alot of ur videos on my facebook wall too .... ur tunes are amazing
Blackchords
Thanks.... That is a GREAT thing to hear! We hope we'll make it to ur neck of the woods before 2 long. NY, such a damn fine city. Totally in love with a restaurant called Freemans!! if haven't already u can download this track for free at our Facebook page. Much Love and thanks BC
Olivia BenellGrimes
You are so talented! saturdaynightsalrite brought me here :)
Blackchords
@lozphotos Thank you as soon as we have completed our new album we hope to start planning the next visit!