“I just fell in love with a forty-five (rpm record) been kept alive in a box over 30 years old,” sings Chris Henderson, the front man of the Hartford, CT, band BRONZE RADIO RETURN. This lyric, from their full-length debut album, OLD TIME SPEAKER, begins to paint the picture that enables your understanding of the group and their music. Like listening to old Bluesmen on your iPod Touch, BRONZE RADIO RETURN is about the juxtaposition of the old and the new. The love for these old records is a mutual feeling shared by the band members, who attribute their sound to the music that came long before their childhoods.
The serious nature of the band members’ musicianship led them to study their craft for their higher education. They met playing throughout CT and NY in various permutations through mutual friends. The way they modernize this traditional American style of music is what makes them truly unique. “We each offer a different spin on the music we play,” offers Henderson, who professes great appreciation for Ben Harper and Muddy Waters. “That’s really how we found our unique sound. Everyone has a voice and adds to it.” Bandmates Struble and Griffith cite Stevie Wonder, while Tanen is moved by the modern-day Stone Temple Pilots’ tight bass groove. CCR and Stevie Ray Vaughn light Fetkowitz’s fire, and Warner rounds it out with a push from Tom Petty.
Producer, Doug Derryberry (Bruce Hornsby, Ben Folds Five) discovered BRONZE RADIO RETURN's considerable talents at a NYC show and produced their first EP. More recently, the Northeastern band’s collaboration with Midwestern producer/multi-instrumentalist Chad Copelin brought them to a Southern studio and resulted in the creation of a ten-song album. OLD TIME SPEAKER has brought the band's sound to a whole new place, and the band has made it their mission to experience as much of this country as possible, hitting the road for incredibly long stretches to share their music with as many as possible.
Myspace Records brought BRONZE RADIO RETURN into their stable of 'Friends and Family' – the best unsigned bands on the popular portal. Exemplified by tracks like “Pullin’ on the Reins,” “Strawberry Hill,” and “Wolves,” OLD TIME SPEAKER has what it takes to please lovers of all kinds of Rock & Roll.
Henderson concludes, “Ultimately, we want to make people move when they hear our music.” With their non-stop touring, get ready for BRONZE RADIO RETURN to ‘move’ into your town soon!
Further On
Bronze Radio Return Lyrics
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Desire burns between them
One big push is gonna get you there
It takes a stronger eye to see them
When you see it in front of you
In a silhouette up ahead
And you see where you're going to
Lead your way
Sing your song
Moving everyday
Going further on
Lead your way
Keep on strong
Moving everyday
Going further on
Break of day 'till the sun goes down
You work the time between them
A far off land to your own hometown
You've been all around to see them
And when it's standing in front of you
Then you take it and you pull it in
Can you see where you're going to
Lead your way
Sing your song
Moving everyday
Going further on
Lead your way
Keep on strong
Moving everyday
Going further on
The song "Further On" by Bronze Radio Return talks about reaching your goals, moving forward in life and never giving up. The lyrics mention "smoke in the sky and fire in the air," which could represent obstacles and challenges that one faces while trying to pursue their dreams. The line "desire burns between them" suggests that despite the challenges, the desire to achieve one's goals is always present. The lyrics also narrate that it takes a strong person to spot their goals amidst the challenges and obstacles that surround them.
The chorus exhorts the listener to lead their way, sing their song, move every day, and go further on. It's an uplifting encouragement that every person has the power to carve their own path and achieve what they set their mind to. The second verse of the song talks about working hard from dawn to dusk, and how a person can learn the most valuable lessons by traveling to far-off lands or to their own hometown. The final line of the song, "Can you see where you're going to," suggests that even after reaching one's goal, there's always more work to be done and new horizons to explore.
Line by Line Meaning
Smoke in the sky and fire in the air
There is chaos and disturbance all around.
Desire burns between them
The chaos and disturbance can be overcome by a strong desire to achieve success.
One big push is gonna get you there
Success can be achieved by making one final effort.
It takes a stronger eye to see them
It takes more than just looking to see success.
When you see it in front of you
When you are close to achieving success.
In a silhouette up ahead
It is visible in the distance.
And you see where you're going to
You have a clear vision of what you want to achieve.
Break of day 'till the sun goes down
Work all day long.
You work the time between them
Use your time efficiently.
A far off land to your own hometown
Exploring new places and opportunities.
You've been all around to see them
You have experienced a lot in life.
And when it's standing in front of you
When you finally achieve success.
Then you take it and you pull it in
You hold onto it and make the most of it.
Can you see where you're going to
Do you have a clear vision of what you want to achieve next?
Lead your way
Take charge and make your own path to success.
Sing your song
Do what makes you happy and fulfilled.
Moving everyday
Always keep going and pushing forward.
Going further on
Continuing to pursue success and happiness.
Keep on strong
Stay resilient in the face of challenges and obstacles.
Writer(s): Chris Henderson
Contributed by Callie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mustsilm
Bill Murray brought me here.
@FatJuggernaut
St. Vincent?
@lmaoandmemes9756
VastSpartan Yes.We all came here from St.Vincent...Its now my favourite film and this song is in my head for 2 weeks
@carolinesantilli
Me too.
@JinFM1998
Same here
@asherdavss7819
Touche
@clayton4917
St Vincent brought me here. You can find lots of hidden gems in cool movies
@edilemichel
I cried
this is the song i've been looking for years
a song that gives me hope, strength, and will
i don't want to be pessimistic anymore
i will keep my head up, and be proud
starting now!
@zuziam8669
😘👍
@michaelmilsom9518
Just saw this...I pray it finds you doing well :-))