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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
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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
Other Towns and Cities
Camera Obscura Lyrics
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You're the first in ages to have gotten through
I know you mean it, well, yes, I know that you do
But sooner or later you're going to break me in two
Were my pupils dilated?
Could you tell that I liked you? We were so unlikely
Flirt with an ex, put me to the test
We turned the radiators on and there was no way back
Did you know you had the Plough star trail on your back?
Your voice is quiet and I need it loud
In the night you went up and the morning you went down
It's like you to forbid me to say goodnight
I had your brown eyes and limbs on me through the night
These words are weak and to your dislike
But you'll never believe them so I guess it's alright
Do you like the view I show you?
Oh, I say look at the light
Do you still miss the way that I hold you?
In other towns and cities who's holding you tonight?
The dresses came out of the bag then the tears came
Drinking has never been the same again
I shared your trouble, I shared your weight
I lost it with you today
Oh, we don't share a birthday, we do share a sign
And we shared something or was it all in my mind
There was talk of love and how I need it back
I'd be better for you than that last love of mine
Do you like the view I show you?
I say look at the light
Do you still miss the way that I hold you?
Oh, in other towns and cities who's holding you tonight?
You're in another town or city, you mean nothing to me tonight
The lyrics of Camera Obscura's song "Other Towns and Cities" convey the bittersweet feelings of a relationship that has ended, but the memories linger on. The singer reminisces about holding on to the love they once shared as they drink whiskey that reminds them of their lost love. They acknowledge the connection they had with their partner, but also acknowledge that it may not last. The singer asks their partner whether they still long for the way they held each other, but they know that they may be holding someone else now.
The song is full of vivid imagery and metaphors that paint a picture of the singer's thoughts and emotions. The reference to the Plough star trail on their partner's back symbolizes the mark that they left on the singer's life, while their voice represents the comfort they crave. The line "we don't share a birthday, we do share a sign" speaks to the idea that although they may be different, they still have something in common, much like their past.
Overall, "Other Towns and Cities" is a poignant and introspective song that beautifully captures the complexities of relationships and heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Drinking whiskey reminds me of you
I associate whiskey with memories of you
You're the first in ages to have gotten through
You are the first person to break through my emotional walls in a long time
I know you mean it, well, yes, I know that you do
I understand that your feelings are genuine
But sooner or later you're going to break me in two
I am afraid that you will hurt me
Were my pupils dilated?
Did you notice my physical attraction to you?
Could you tell that I liked you? We were so unlikely
We seemed like an unlikely match, but I was attracted to you
Flirt with an ex, put me to the test
You flirted with your ex, which made me feel insecure about our relationship
Oh and still I want to tell you that I love you the best
Despite everything, I still feel that my love for you is the strongest
We turned the radiators on and there was no way back
We reached a point of no return in our relationship
Did you know you had the Plough star trail on your back?
I noticed the constellation on your back and found it fascinating
Your voice is quiet and I need it loud
I crave more passion and intensity from our relationship
In the night you went up and the morning you went down
Our emotional connection fluctuates depending on the circumstances
It's like you to forbid me to say goodnight
It's typical of you to resist ending the conversation or hanging up
I had your brown eyes and limbs on me through the night
I thought of you all night and felt your presence with me
These words are weak and to your dislike
I know my words may seem insufficient and unsatisfactory to you
But you'll never believe them so I guess it's alright
I don't expect you to believe my words, but I still feel compelled to express them
Do you like the view I show you?
Do you appreciate the beauty that I share with you?
Oh, I say look at the light
I want you to focus on the positive aspects of our relationship
Do you still miss the way that I hold you?
Do you still long for my touch?
In other towns and cities who's holding you tonight?
I wonder who is comforting you in my absence
The dresses came out of the bag then the tears came
We experienced an emotional moment when we went through the bag of dresses
Drinking has never been the same again
Our relationship has changed my relationship with alcohol
I shared your trouble, I shared your weight
I supported and empathized with you during difficult times
I lost it with you today
I became emotional and overwhelmed in your presence today
Oh, we don't share a birthday, we do share a sign
We may not have the same birthday, but we have similar personalities
And we shared something or was it all in my mind
I question whether our connection was genuine or just my imagination
There was talk of love and how I need it back
We discussed the importance of love in our lives
I'd be better for you than that last love of mine
I believe that I would be a better partner than your previous love interest
You're in another town or city, you mean nothing to me tonight
I am trying to convince myself that I don't care about you when you are far away
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TRACYANNE CAMPBELL
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Daniel Canada
Another stunningly good heart breaker!