Conner are four young guys from Lawrence, Kansa… Read Full Bio ↴Review by David Reis
Conner are four young guys from Lawrence, Kansas - Bryce Boley (drums), Phil Bonahoom (bass), James Duft (guitar/vocals) and Tom Wagner (guitar). Soon they received, justly, comparisons to The Strokes, The Clash and Built to Spill. Their debut album, Hello Graphic Missile (Sonic Boom Recordings) is astounding, a clever but substantial collection of uncommonly catchy songs that displays the capacity of Conner's fine-tuned rock. 13 songs, 40 minutes of rock n´roll kiss that knocks you unconscious to the ground with bouncy bass lines, brushed drums, mind-blowing guitar riffs and a lilting, rough voice. Few bands are this open-eyed to the chance that music can be both strangely tricky and easily remembered. In addition, making any record that sounds different from anything else is a triumph in itself. A triumph of intense, eerie, and compelling songs. Tempting, isn't it?
Luscious "Cold Feelings" and irresistible "Independent Women", course together subtly, all texture, mood, and shade... These songs are great - genuine, rugged, melodically stormy and full of rock flesh and blood. I find that they get better with each listen. If you like these two songs, you'll like the lot, for sure. As a whole, the group has created an album charged not only with catchy rock songs but with the breath of an almost forgotten indie honesty.
Celebration
Conner Lyrics
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The party's slowing down
These days it's hard to pretend
My friends don't come around
I miss my girlfriend on the east but I can't reach her now
Still don't know what the fuck I want my head is in the clouds
Left without explanation
Ruined my reputation
I got off that medication
Life is a celebration
Life is a celebration
This is my dedication
To all the ones who hate it
Stuck in a self sedation
Practicing meditation
Still on that medication
Years since I made it
This is my dedication to the ones who fucking hate it
Woah woah woah woah
Rolling like a rolling stone
Woah woah woah woah
Roaring like an animal
Woah woah woah woah
I can feel it in my veins
Woah woah woah woah
Everything is fucking great
Left without explanation
Ruined my reputation
Spent 6 months on probation
I got off that medication
Life is a celebration
Life is a celebration
Connor's song Celebration explores the emotions and thoughts of somebody who has been through a rough time but has come out the other side. The song opens with the realization that all good things come to an end, and the party is slowing down. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the end of a good time in the singer's life. The chorus declares that "Life is a celebration" and this is a dedication to those who hate this outlook on life.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has had some issues in the past. He misses his girlfriend on the east coast but can't reach her now. He also says that he doesn't know what he wants, and his head is in the clouds. He has been left without an explanation for something which has ruined his reputation, and he spent six months on probation. The singer managed to get off his medication but admits he is still practicing meditation and is years since he made it. In spite of his past struggles, the singer affirms that everything is great suggesting that he has recovered and has started seeing life as a celebration.
Overall, the song encourages the listener to appreciate life and focus on the positive aspects, even if they have had struggles in the past. It reminds us that with some effort and dedication, we can overcome obstacles and come out stronger than ever.
Line by Line Meaning
All good things come to an end
Everything has to come to a stop at some point in life
The party's slowing down
The excitement in my life is fading away
These days it's hard to pretend
I can no longer fake a smile as life is becoming more difficult
My friends don't come around
I feel alone as my friends have moved on with their own lives
I miss my girlfriend on the east but I can't reach her now
I long for my girlfriend's presence, but I cannot contact her
Still don't know what the fuck I want my head is in the clouds
I am lost and unsure of what I want in life
Left without explanation
I was abandoned without any reason or motive
Ruined my reputation
My name and image has been tarnished
Spent 6 months on probation
I was on trial for a period of six months
I got off that medication
I stopped taking the medication that controlled my emotions
Life is a celebration
Life should be taken as a party to enjoy
This is my dedication
I pledge my dedication to this belief
To all the ones who hate it
My message is for everyone who disagrees with me
Stuck in a self sedation
I am in a state of numbness as a result of my self-destructive behavior
Practicing meditation
I am attempting to attain a state of inner peace and tranquility
Still on that medication
I am still taking the medication that controls my emotions
Years since I made it
It has been a long time since I have achieved what I desired
Woah woah woah woah
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm
Rolling like a rolling stone
I am moving forward without a set destination
Roaring like an animal
I am expressing myself vigorously, like a wild beast
I can feel it in my veins
I am filled with energy and vitality
Everything is fucking great
Everything is going well as I revel in the moment
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Conner Troxell, Landon Cube
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Landon Cube
Life is a celebration
Jandriel
Life is a celebration
Tizi
♥️
Kevin Carcamo
Yessirrr
$lim
Bro this fyee🔥
Gabriel Kishanov
Love the energy on this brother! Made me smile
CHAD MAN BRO SKI
Not gonna lie Landon is one of the most underrated artist bruh he needs to be fucking on top by now
CHAD MAN BRO SKI
@Bryan Hunt both really
blanked
@Bryan Hunt nope pretty sure he said Landon
Bryan Hunt
u mean conner lol