“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!
Warm Day Cold War
Bronze Radio Return Lyrics
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When everything stops and we sleep on it, it's when
Cold enemies look like warmer friends
If they don’t, let’s pretend, hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
We all reach a point when we find a way
To sink into a place where we think the same, but then
Find a loose end and a new reason to blame
What we can’t contain, and the war carries on
Look out, look out man
When the cold's rolling in
You look out and see the wreckage
Let the warm day begin
In automatic battle it feels cinematic
So dramatic that eventually you’re numb too
All the others that see another point of view
Not like you, you're not like them- hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
[Repeat Chorus:]
It's all coming down to the line in the sand
Where the people gather ‘round and decide where to stand
If the winds came in and blew away the lines
Just a bunch of people standing with nothing to divide
It sounds so easy but really there is no chance for
Breaking up the lines that decide what we stand for
So for now let’s find a little common ground
And make a warm day in a cold war
[Repeat Chorus:]
The lyrics of Bronze Radio Return's song "Warm Day Cold War" explores the complexities of conflict and the idea that even in the coldest of wars, there may be a few warmer days. The song acknowledges that conflicts can be heated and war-like, but even amidst such tension, moments of warmth or connection between opposing sides may arise. The line "cold enemies look like warmer friends" embodies the theme of the song - that even in conflict, people can reach across the divide to find common ground. It acknowledges the idea of pretense in conflict where both sides may not necessarily be genuine in their interactions, but may put on a facade in order to keep conflict at bay.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of groupthink and how it can often drive conflicts forward. People may find themselves falling into patterns of behaviour or thought that are aligned with their own group, even if these viewpoints may not necessarily be rational or fair. However, in the face of finding a common ground, it is possible to break away from the established patterns of thinking and create a warmer day in the cold war.
Overall, "Warm Day Cold War" is a metaphor for the struggle for peace and understanding between opposing sides in a conflict.
Line by Line Meaning
Even cold wars have their warmer days*
Even though there is an ongoing conflict, there are still moments of calm and peace between the parties involved.
When everything stops and we sleep on it, it's when
During times of pause and reflection, we may find that our enemies are not so different from ourselves.
Cold enemies look like warmer friends
Despite being enemies, there are times when we may find common ground and similarities between ourselves and our opponents.
If they don’t, let’s pretend, hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
If we cannot find common ground, we may choose to pretend in order to maintain a peaceful facade. Sometimes compromise and bending of rules is necessary for peace.
We all reach a point when we find a way
At some point, we may find a way to connect with our opponents and see things from their perspective.
To sink into a place where we think the same, but then
In these moments of connection, we may temporarily see eye-to-eye, but ultimately there will be differences and disagreements.
Find a loose end and a new reason to blame
Even the slightest disagreement or issue can reignite conflict and animosity between opponents.
What we can’t contain, and the war carries on
Despite our best efforts to find common ground and compromise, some differences may be too great to overcome, perpetuating the conflict.
Look out, look out man
Be vigilant and aware of the approaching conflict.
When the cold's rolling in
When tensions are rising and conflict is approaching.
You look out and see the wreckage
You see the aftermath and consequences of the conflict.
Let the warm day begin
Hope for peace and resolution, even in the midst of conflict.
In automatic battle it feels cinematic
The conflict between enemies can feel like a movie, with the same roles and actions playing out repeatedly.
So dramatic that eventually you’re numb too
The ongoing conflict can become so intense and emotionally draining that one may become desensitized to it.
All the others that see another point of view
There may be others who are able to see the conflict from a different perspective and therefore may be able to find a solution that others cannot see.
Not like you, you're not like them- hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
Just because someone sees the situation differently than ourselves, it doesn't make them wrong. It may require us to be open-minded and willing to compromise in order to find a solution.
It's all coming down to the line in the sand
The conflict is coming to a head and a decision must be made, symbolized by a line in the sand.
Where the people gather ‘round and decide where to stand
The fate of the conflict is in the hands of those involved, who must come together and make a decision.
If the winds came in and blew away the lines
An external force could come in and erase the divisions between the parties involved.
Just a bunch of people standing with nothing to divide
Without the lines of division, people could come together and live in peace.
It sounds so easy but really there is no chance for
The idea of erasing divisions and living in peace sounds simple, but it is difficult to achieve in reality.
Breaking up the lines that decide what we stand for
It is difficult to break down the deeply ingrained beliefs and divisions that perpetuate the conflict.
So for now let’s find a little common ground
While a complete resolution may not be possible, finding small areas of agreement can help alleviate tension and move towards peace.
And make a warm day in a cold war
Even in the midst of conflict, we can strive for moments of peace and understanding.
Contributed by Penelope F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Fynn Cowley
Even cold wars have their warmer days*
When everything stops and we sleep on it, it's when
Cold enemies look like warmer friends
If they don’t, let’s pretend, hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
We all reach a point when we find a way
To sink into a place where we think the same, but then
Find a loose end and a new reason to blame
What we can’t contain, and the war carries on
[Chorus:]
Look out, look out man
When the cold's rolling in
You look out and see the wreckage
Let the warm day begin
In automatic battle it feels cinematic
So dramatic that eventually you’re numb too
All the others that see another point of view
Not like you, you're not like them- hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
[Repeat Chorus:]
It's all coming down to the line in the sand
Where the people gather ‘round and decide where to stand
If the winds came in and blew away the lines
Just a bunch of people standing with nothing to divide
It sounds so easy but really there is no chance for
Breaking up the lines that decide what we stand for
So for now let’s find a little common ground
And make a warm day in a cold war
Fynn Cowley
Even cold wars have their warmer days*
When everything stops and we sleep on it, it's when
Cold enemies look like warmer friends
If they don’t, let’s pretend, hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
We all reach a point when we find a way
To sink into a place where we think the same, but then
Find a loose end and a new reason to blame
What we can’t contain, and the war carries on
[Chorus:]
Look out, look out man
When the cold's rolling in
You look out and see the wreckage
Let the warm day begin
In automatic battle it feels cinematic
So dramatic that eventually you’re numb too
All the others that see another point of view
Not like you, you're not like them- hey we’ve all got some rules to bend
[Repeat Chorus:]
It's all coming down to the line in the sand
Where the people gather ‘round and decide where to stand
If the winds came in and blew away the lines
Just a bunch of people standing with nothing to divide
It sounds so easy but really there is no chance for
Breaking up the lines that decide what we stand for
So for now let’s find a little common ground
And make a warm day in a cold war
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Jollymon
This song is awesome! 😍
jim broadbent
well, this is awesome
ItalianRider46
Merci Salomon pour ce son !!!!!!!
batosai70
oh shit the new album is here
Nicole M
Decent elevator music.
Torrentail
nice
oopsadaze
Now, just Clean up you act a little and move on to Fame