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.
http://www.camera-obscura.net/
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.
http://www.annaloguerecords.com/releases.htm
http://clancamera.com/
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
New Year
Camera Obscura Lyrics
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New year's resolution - to write something would be fine
All I ever wanted was someone to rely on
All I ever wanted was somewhere to call home
You offer a friendship I can not reciprocate
So don't beg me, in a garden, for it not to end this way
I've been cool with you
I've been cool with you
The sooner you admit it I will too
New year's resolution - to kiss you like I mean it
With cheeks the colour of Rhubarb we'll be fine
Everybody's rushing around like they got a meeting
I just want to be here with a friend of mine
We decided to brave the elements of Spain
Because The Seven Year Itch was on telly again
I've been cool with you
I've been cool with you
I've been cool with you
The sooner you admit it I will too
I decided this pain was a landscape of blame
I decided to be only myself these days
I've been cool with you
I've been cool with you
I've been cool with you
The sooner you admit it I will too
Stay now
I wish that you would stay now
Stay now
You nearly went away now
Stay now
I wish that you would stay now
I wish you would stay now
You nearly went away now
Stay now
You nearly went away
Stay now
I wish you would stay now
The song 'New Year' by Camera Obscura begins with a resolution to write something of value in the new year, but also states that writing something would be fine. This signifies the feeling of wanting to achieve something without pressuring oneself too much. The song further expresses the desire for someone to rely on and find a home. However, while the other person offers friendship, the singer cannot reciprocate, and a plea to not let it end this way is ignored. The song highlights the challenges of maintaining relationships and the unresolved feelings that sometimes come with it.
The second part of the song deals with the resolution to kiss someone passionately and to enjoy the moment with a friend. The reference to the film 'The Seven Year Itch' being on telly again must be a tribute to the 1955 film starring Marilyn Monroe and Tom Ewell. The line "I decided this pain was a landscape of blame" suggests that the singer is trying to let go of the past and be herself. The repeated lines "I've been cool with you" signify that the singer has put up with the other person's behaviour and is willing to admit that the situation is not working, and it is time to move on.
In conclusion, 'New Year' by Camera Obscura is a melancholic song that reflects the emotional struggles one may go through, especially at the beginning of the year. Still, it also gives hope for a fresh start, a resolution to be oneself, and positive moments with friends.
Line by Line Meaning
New year's resolution - to write something of value
I want to produce something worthwhile this coming year
New year's resolution - to write something would be fine
Even writing something short would be satisfactory
All I ever wanted was someone to rely on
I just wanted a place where I could belong
All I ever wanted was somewhere to call home
My deepest desire was to feel at home somewhere
You offer a friendship I can not reciprocate
Though you wish to befriend me, I cannot offer the same
So don't beg me, in a garden, for it not to end this way
Please don't plead with me amidst the flowers to change the outcome
New year's resolution - to kiss you like I mean it
I want to express my affection more deeply this year
With cheeks the colour of Rhubarb we'll be fine
We're both blushing - but everything will work out
Everybody's rushing around like they got a meeting
People are always in a hurry to be somewhere, do something
I just want to be here with a friend of mine
I'm content to spend time with a good friend
We decided to brave the elements of Spain
Together, we decided to face the harsh weather conditions of Spain
Because The Seven Year Itch was on telly again
We watched the movie The Seven Year Itch on television once again
I decided this pain was a landscape of blame
I realized that my suffering was due to pointing fingers and making accusations
I decided to be only myself these days
I resolved to simply be authentic and true to myself
Stay now
Please stay with me
I wish that you would stay now
I desire your company at this moment
You nearly went away now
I thought you were leaving me just then
Stay now
Please don't go just yet
You nearly went away
I thought I almost lost you
I wish you would stay now
I really want you to remain here
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TRACYANNE CAMPBELL
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Alex Harris
New year's resolution to write something of value
New year's resolution to write something would be fine
All I ever wanted was someone to rely on
All I ever wanted was somewhere to call home
You offer
A friendship
I can not reciprocate
So don't beg me
In a garden
For it not to end this way
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
The sooner you admit it I will too
New year's resolution to write something of value
With cheeks the color of Rhubarb we'll be fine
Everybody's rushing around like they got a meeting
I just want to be here with a friend of mine...
We decided
To brave
The elements
Of Spain
Because The Seven
Year Itch
Was on telly
Again
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
The sooner you admit it I will too
I decided
This pain
Was a landscape
Of blame
I decided
To be
Only myself
These days
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
The sooner you admit it I will too
Stay now
I wish that you would stay now
Stay now
You nearly went away now
Stay now
I wish you would stay now
I wish you would stay now
You nearly went away now
Stay now
Oh you nearly went away
Stay now
I wish you would stay now
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07. Dominic Dimitri
this song is eternal
Camera Obscura deserve more recognition
RookieTrucker
My heart hurts
Pablo Quezado
for sure.
sunnygovan7
Camera Obscura have mastered the art of melancolia in this song. To be swallowed in melancholy is to immerse in conscious, intentional unhappiness, the sort that, perversely, makes one happier.
Richard Salazar
“ the sound of loneliness makes me happier”
kramercapriati
I have loved her voice from the first time I ever heard it...I love their sound!!!
RookieTrucker
Yes. A rare occurance
Fher NZ
I can only imagine the pain this band was going through around this time. The scars of chemo in this video are evident on Carey. Still they hold up very well, and Carey still look resilient and courageous. Forever to be missed.
Sasha Conrad
One of my very favorite songs ever. Tracyanne and the band are wonderful. RIP Carey Lander, I will always miss you. 💔
Alex Harris
New year's resolution to write something of value
New year's resolution to write something would be fine
All I ever wanted was someone to rely on
All I ever wanted was somewhere to call home
You offer
A friendship
I can not reciprocate
So don't beg me
In a garden
For it not to end this way
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
The sooner you admit it I will too
New year's resolution to write something of value
With cheeks the color of Rhubarb we'll be fine
Everybody's rushing around like they got a meeting
I just want to be here with a friend of mine...
We decided
To brave
The elements
Of Spain
Because The Seven
Year Itch
Was on telly
Again
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
The sooner you admit it I will too
I decided
This pain
Was a landscape
Of blame
I decided
To be
Only myself
These days
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
I've been cool
With you
The sooner you admit it I will too
Stay now
I wish that you would stay now
Stay now
You nearly went away now
Stay now
I wish you would stay now
I wish you would stay now
You nearly went away now
Stay now
Oh you nearly went away
Stay now
I wish you would stay now
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