There are, at least, four artists using this name.

1) London, UK bas… Read Full Bio ↴There are, at least, four artists using this name.

1) London, UK based DJ/production duo Sam Holt & Gavin Mills endeavour to make soulful house with a global vibe. They are soon to release of their debut album - Voices and Visions. A collection of soulful house, classic song-writing, with latin / afrobeat / disco / funk / tech influences, with guest singers.

‘Voices and Vision’s’ is set propel Copyright into the super league of global house players. Having their first proper release on the hugely influential US label Soulfuric back in 2000, the boys proceeded to put out a slew of quality tracks on that and several other labels (including their own imprint, Copyright Recordings) in the early noughties. Tracks like ‘Good For You’ feat Angie Brown, ‘Bulo’ with longtime friend and percussion collaborator Shovel and ‘Release Yourself’ set the pace, while their move to Defected in 2005 saw them jump up a gear with tracks like ‘He Is’, ‘Bring Me Love’ and ‘I Pray’. The international recognition they received from these releases culminated in Defected boss Simon Dunmore asking Copyright to mix the 2007 ‘Miami In The House’ compilation. Distilling the Copyright sound while showcasing their mixing prowess and nose for what makes a great party, it went on to sell more than 30, 000 copies globally. Which begs the question, with so much success, how come it’s taken them so long to finally deliver their debut long player? “I think we wanted to wait until the time was completely right,” says Gavin. “We were quite happy developing our sound, gaining production experience and honing our DJing. Then out of the blue Simon said ‘you guys should do an album. Why don’t you give us three maybe four new tracks, we’ll put it together with some of the stuff we’ve released before.’ It evolved and we’ve ended up with about eight new tracks.” And it’s been more than worth the wait. Sublimely blending their trademark soulful sound with a host of other influences, the album is a reflection of their varied and universally-appealing DJ sets. “There are tracky parts, classic song writing, percussive stuff, deep elements and even some hip house!” enthuses Sam. The hip house comment refers to the inclusion of original acid and hip house pioneer K.C. Flightt, alongside new school rapping sensations Mr V and Miss Patty and old school don, the inimitable Jazzie B. “We wanted to represent a bit of UK flavour. It’s great to have an English accent on a house record. We went down to Brixton and came back with that iconic sound,” says a wide-eyed Sam of the band’s experience of working with the Soul II Soul legend. Elsewhere, longtime cohorts Shovell, Imaani and Tasita D’mour make an appearance, ensuring continuity for the original Copyright fans, while all brining something new and unique to the mix as the Copyright family pushes the sound forward. In keeping with their global ethos, expect to see the boys DJing around the world to promote the album in 2008, including a number of live performances with the album’s guest artists – cementing ‘Voices and Visions’ position as a key release for 2008 in Britain and overseas. At a time when the UK’s reputation abroad isn’t all that. It’s good to see some of Her Majesty’s subjects doing their bit to spread the love. (http://www.myspace.com/copyrightproductions)

2) Alternative rock band from Liverpool drawing influences from U2, Echo and the Bunnymen and the the like.

3) Slow, one of the greatest of the mid '80s Vancouver rock bands, disintegrates in a welter of booze, drugs and fun, and Thomas Anselmi (vocals) and Christian Thorvaldson (guitar) run off to Vancouver Island with a record deal, and enough cash to buy a whole lot of dope. The band's line up is rounded out by bassist Eric Marxsen and drummer Pete Bourne.

Time ensues. More time ensues. Smoke signals arise. More time ensues. Copyright is what emerges. Throughout the 1990s and into the early 2000s, Copyright released three albums. Initially, the band spelled its name as the symbol ©, pronounced as "Circle C". Under that name, they released a self-titled debut album on Geffen Records in 1991. Their second album, Love Story, was released in 1996, and the third and final album, the Hidden World, was released in 2001. Both Love Story and the Hidden World were released on BMG Records.

The Hidden World was co-produced by Dave "Rave" Ogilvie and Jamey Koch.

4) London based 5 piece without guitars who released the album "Clearance" and the single "Reverse/Certain" on the label Imprint. Band memebers were Wren, Richard, Chris P, Andrea and Mitch

HONEYMOON
Copyright Lyrics

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Wedding bells as heard from a bus
Clanging bells, they ring for the two of us
When they're through with us
Up in the sky, threatening cloud drifts by
Eloped so soon, hope there's no typhoon
On our honeymoon
Kids casting stones wave to the ship
With a moan and a shudder, we're fast on our trip

What future awaits, we're ready to brave
Whatever our fate from here to the grave
The ocean, once azure, is quite blacker than before
And we are far from any shore
The cries of the gulls make a lullabye

Day comes too soon
On our honeymoon

Overall Meaning

The song "Honeymoon" by Copyright tells the story of a couple who elope and embark on a honeymoon trip. To the sounds of wedding bells, they set off in a ship, ready to brave whatever fate is in store for them. However, as they progress through their journey, they encounter foreboding skies, stormy seas, and the cries of gulls that make a lullaby. The once-blue ocean now turns black as they are cast far away from land, and day comes too soon.

At its core, "Honeymoon" touches on the themes of adventure, risk-taking, and the unpredictability of life. The song captures the idea that love, like a honeymoon, is not always smooth sailing, but it is a journey worth taking nonetheless. The lyrics, in their simplicity, provide a poignant reminder that while the future may be uncertain, it is the present moment that ultimately matters.

Overall, the lyrics are beautifully crafted, and they mesh well with the melody, which is reminiscent of the classic 60s style. The song succeeds in evoking a sense of nostalgia and a yearning for something pure and intangible, like that feeling of being in love.

Line by Line Meaning

Wedding bells as heard from a bus
The sound of wedding bells can be heard from a distance when we are still on our way to the ceremony

Clanging bells, they ring for the two of us
The bells signal that the wedding ceremony has begun, and the couple is the center of attention

When they're through with us
After the wedding festivities are over, the couple will be on their own

Up in the sky, threatening cloud drifts by
Dark clouds indicate the possibility of a storm ahead, which may affect the honeymoon plans

Eloped so soon, hope there's no typhoon
The couple got married hastily, and it is hoped that the weather won't ruin their honeymoon

On our honeymoon
The couple is embarking on a trip to celebrate their newly-wed status

Kids casting stones wave to the ship
Children on the shore throw stones at the ship as a greeting

With a moan and a shudder, we're fast on our trip
The ship rocks and shudders as it sails through the water at a high speed

What future awaits, we're ready to brave
The couple is ready to face any challenges that may come their way in their future together

Whatever our fate from here to the grave
Regardless of what happens, the couple will stick together for the rest of their lives

The ocean, once azure, is quite blacker than before
The color of the ocean has changed from blue to black, possibly indicating a storm or rough waters ahead

And we are far from any shore
The ship is deep in the ocean, away from the sight of land

The cries of the gulls make a lullabye
The sound of seagulls is soothing, almost like a lullaby

Day comes too soon
Time passes quickly, and the night ends soon

Contributed by Grace R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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