They released their eponymous first EP in 2008 which included 5 songs over a 40 minute period. This was met with praise with one of the critic citing the band as "resurrecting the blues based rock and roll band". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vt8jBgtJ6B8&feature=related/
This EP was followed by another critically praised EP titled 'After All We're Only Humans' which included a track with the same name. This EP had a tally of 9 tracks. This too was met with rave reviews with one of the critic saying that, "By having an ear attuned to the greats of the past, B&L gloriously usher classic rock and roll into the next decade. After All We’re Only Human lets the world know that the art of creating an album hasn’t been lost in the age of the 99 cent download. This is the classic rock record of the year.”
Although Scott Tournet shies away from being labelled as Classic rock band, it is not hard too see the classic rock influences in them. Scott Tournet credits his influence to the likes of AC/DC, Pink Floyd to name a few, while Steve follows in John Bonham footsteps. Benny is hugely influenced by Jimmy Page stating in one of his interviews that he always looked up to Jimmy Page since his childhood evoling since to playing "pretty hard and greedy all the time".
After All
Blues And Lasers Lyrics
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You want a love you could live without.
Maybe after all we're on different wavelengths.
Something's just eluding me, somehow.
But to have an opinion
Is fraught with danger
There's no hidden agenda with me?
Applying the brakes may well protect you;
Boundaries in place will keep a heart safe.
But I think love should come with madness,
That there is no road you should not take.
Surviving isn't everything:
I'd rather drown than not dive in.
But what does it matter what I think?
Why should I have to understand?
What gives me the right to judge you?
And what do I know anyway
Didn't you always say I don't live in the real world?
These lyrics are discussing a relationship where the two people involved may have different desires and goals. The singer questions whether they both truly want the same things, especially since the other person seems to want a love that they could live without. The singer believes that they may be on different "wavelengths." They express frustration that something is eluding them and that forming an opinion can be dangerous. They also express a desire for love to come with madness and that surviving isn't everything; they would rather risk everything and dive in, even if it means possibly drowning. Ultimately, however, the singer questions their right to judge the other person or to even fully understand their perspective.
The lyrics express a complex mixture of frustration, confusion, and uncertainty about the relationship. The "different wavelengths" line suggests a fundamental disconnect between the two people, while the singer's desire for "madness" in love suggests that they may be more impulsive or passionate than their partner. The lines about not wanting to judge or understand the other person could indicate an attempt to empathize with their perspective, despite feeling hurt or rejected.
Overall, the lyrics capture the contradictions and challenges that can arise in relationships, particularly when people have different expectations or desires. The singer grapples with difficult questions about what they want, what their partner wants, and whether it's possible to bridge the gap between them.
Line by Line Meaning
So did we ever want the same things?
Did our desires and goals in life ever align?
You want a love you could live without.
You desire a romantic relationship that isn't necessary for survival.
Maybe after all we're on different wavelengths.
Perhaps we fundamentally operate and think differently.
Something's just eluding me, somehow.
I can't quite put my finger on it, but there's something I don't understand.
But to have an opinion
Is fraught with danger
Taking a stance or holding a viewpoint can be harmful or risky.
Could you ever believe
There's no hidden agenda with me?
Can you trust that I am being transparent and upfront with you?
Applying the brakes may well protect you;
Boundaries in place will keep a heart safe.
Taking a cautious approach to love can prevent heartbreak and emotional damage.
But I think love should come with madness,
That there is no road you should not take.
I believe that love should be passionate and adventurous, without limits or rules.
Surviving isn't everything:
I'd rather drown than not dive in.
Merely living is not enough; I would rather fully immerse myself in life and risk failure.
But what does it matter what I think?
Why should I have to understand?
Why should my opinions or perspective hold weight, and why am I obligated to comprehend everything?
What gives me the right to judge you?
Why do I believe I am entitled to critique you?
And what do I know anyway
Didn't you always say I don't live in the real world?
My understanding or knowledge may be flawed, as you've previously remarked that I am disconnected from reality.
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