1. An indie pop band from… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least four artists with this name
1. An indie pop band from Scotland
2. A synthpop group from the United Kingdom
3. A hardcore punk band from the United States
4. An electronic music group from France
1. Camera Obscura is an indie pop band which formed in 1996 in Glasgow, Scotland. Currently the band consists of Tracyanne Campbell (vocals, guitar), Kenny McKeeve (guitar), Gavin Dunbar (bass) and Lee Thomson (drums). Keyboardist Carey Lander was a member of the band from 2002 until her death from bone cancer in 2015.
The band was formed in 1996 by Tracyanne Campbell, John Henderson, and Gavin Dunbar and released their debut album Biggest Bluest Hi-Fi in 2001. Camera Obscura released a second album, Underachievers Please Try Harder, the following year, and in September, 2005, the band started recording their next album, named Let's Get Out of This Country, with producer Jari Haapalainen. This album was released on June 06, 2006 and appeared high up in many critical lists of the 'best albums of 2006'.
In November 2008, the band announced that they have completed recording the follow-up to Let's Get Out of This Country, and that the new album would be released in 2009. In February 2009, it was announced that the band had signed to the label 4AD, who released their fourth album, called My Maudlin Career, on April 20, 2009.
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2. Camera Obscura comprised Nigel James and Peter Oldroyd, and hailed from the UK. The band formed in 1982 and soldiered through record label hardships until 1987, when they went on indefinite hiatus.
‘Destitution’ and ‘Race in Athens’ became the duo’s first single on Small Wonder Records in the spring of 1983, followed by ‘Village of Stars’ b/w ‘Insect’ for the B-side, in London, at the Atmosphere studios on Wardour Street . These tracks were never released and sadly the masters have not survived.
Camera played live extensively at this time and they soldiered on into 1985 with a 4-piece line up (Gary Scargill and Rob Gospel were added) and the Quartet formed Paradise Now in ‘86. Nigel left in ‘87 and was replaced by Steve Wright from “Fiat Lux”. Sadly the band ended there. However, Camera Obscura never officially split up. In 2005, Nigel and Peter dusted off their old material and took to playing shows throughout Europe, finally releasing their lost classic Horizons of Suburbia. All recent Camera Obscura material has been released by German label Anna Louge Records.
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3. Camera Obscura is not pulling any punches: they're out to rock you so hard you fall onto the dance floor. The band launches its aural attack using an arsenal comprised of Michelle Maskovich's squealing keyboards, Duane Pitre's mountains of guitar squiggle, William Lamb's thunderous drums, and Russell White's urgent-yet-muffled vocals. Like a dance party during a tornado watch, Camera Obscura throws caution and moderation out the window in favor of thrilling, adventurous sound combinations.
Camera Obscura formed in '98 in San Diego, incorporating members of The Shortwave Channel, The Interstate Ten, and Spanakorzo. The band self-released a seven-inch (now in its fourth pressing on Three One G Records) in October '98 and went on its first U.S. tour in January '99. More touring and recording followed, leading up to the release of their first full-length, 2000's To Change the Shape of an Envelope, on Troubleman Unlimited.
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4. 1. Project active in 1982 from Die Form founder, Philippe Fichot. He released three cassettes under the moniker: "1 - "Terrains Vagues"", "2" and "3/Final Edition". Further information can be found here: http://www.discogs.com/artist/Camera+Obscura+%283%29
Away With Murder
Camera Obscura Lyrics
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How many times have you told me now that you've tried?
How many times will I let you get away with murder?
Oh and how many times will you make me feel alive?
Hey I got a feeling that there is something going wrong
I put my thoughts in a letter, send it when I'm feeling strong
Anytime you became the girl that you wanted to be
Oh it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
Yeah it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
I've been lonely too, like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
People have been traveling miles just to hear us sing
It's a February night and I don't want to feel anything
To get away maybe I could sell kisses
In Portland I tried my pretty hand at fishing
Oh it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
Yeah it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
I have been lonely too, like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
Hey I got a feeling there is something going wrong
I put my thoughts in a letter, send it when I'm feeling strong
The first verse of Camera Obscura's song "Away With Murder" explores the complex issue of suicidal ideation. The singer asks their conversational partner how many times they've expressed their desire to die, as well as how many times they've attempted to do so. However, despite this troubling admission, the singer seems to allow their friend to "get away with murder," which could refer to the act of risking their own life or simply to the pain and agony that they cause those around them. The second half of the verse contrasts this tension with the invigorating feeling of being alive, hinting at the resiliency of the human spirit in the face of hardship.
The chorus of the song builds upon this sense of struggle and loneliness, with the singer admitting that it's been hard for them to stay strong throughout this ordeal. They acknowledge that they, too, have experienced feelings of isolation and despair, and that they are not inherently different from the person they are speaking to. However, there is a note of shared hopefulness in the line "I'm just like you," which suggests that perhaps these two individuals can find a way to move forward together.
The second verse shifts the focus away from mental illness and towards the challenges of everyday life. The singer mentions the popularity of their band, noting that people come from far and wide just to hear them sing. However, this achievement seems hollow in the face of emotional turmoil, as evidenced by the line "I don't want to feel anything." The subsequent line about selling kisses in order to escape suggests a certain desperation, while the mention of fishing in Portland is perhaps a nod to the need for simple pleasures in the face of complex problems. The verse concludes with a reiteration of the singer's acknowledgement of their similarity to their friend, and a promise to stay strong by putting their thoughts in a letter.
Overall, "Away With Murder" is a melancholy meditation on the difficulty of being human. It touches on themes of mental illness, loneliness, and the struggle to find meaning in life. However, the song also suggests that there is hope to be found in the connections we make with others, and in the ability to stay resilient in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
How many times have you told me you wanna die?
You've repeatedly expressed your desire to end your life, and I'm concerned.
How many times have you told me now that you've tried?
You've informed me multiple times that you've attempted suicide, and it worries me.
How many times will I let you get away with murder?
How many times will I allow you to self-destruct, knowing that it's harmful to you and our friendship?
Oh and how many times will you make me feel alive?
At times, being with you and talking to you makes me feel vibrant and full of life.
Hey I got a feeling that there is something going wrong
I have a hunch that there's something troubling you or our relationship.
I put my thoughts in a letter, send it when I'm feeling strong
I express my thoughts and feelings in writing, when I feel emotionally equipped to do so.
Anytime you became the girl that you wanted to be
Whenever you achieve your goals and become the person you aspire to be,
Oh I told you all along there was no point looking to me
I've been honest with you from the start about my limitations in meeting your emotional needs.
Oh it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
It's been challenging for me to remain emotionally stable and supportive while dealing with our problems and issues.
I've been lonely too, like you
I can relate to your sense of isolation and feeling disconnected from others.
People have been traveling miles just to hear us sing
Our music has garnered popularity, and fans journey to attend our shows.
It's a February night and I don't want to feel anything
Tonight, during this cold winter month, I desire to emotionally detach myself from our troubles and difficulties.
To get away maybe I could sell kisses
Perhaps I could escape by selling affection and intimacy.
In Portland I tried my pretty hand at fishing
During our time in Portland, I attempted to relax and engage in a new activity, like fishing.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TRACYANNE CAMPBELL
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How many times have you told me you wanna die?
How many times have you told me now that you've tried?
How many times will I let you get away with murder?
Oh and how many times will you make me feel alive?
Hey I got a feeling that there is something going wrong
I put my thoughts in a letter, send it when I'm feeling strong
Anytime you became the girl that you wanted to be
Oh I told you all along there was no point looking to me
Oh it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
Yeah it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
I've been lonely too, like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
People have been traveling miles just to hear us sing
It's a February night and I don't want to feel anything
To get away maybe I could sell kisses
In Portland I tried my pretty hand at fishing
Oh it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
Yeah it's been hard to be strong with all of this going on
I have been lonely too, like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
I'm just like you
Hey I got a feeling there is something going wrong
I put my thoughts in a letter, send it when I'm feeling strong