Cornmeal has never been a band to shy away from reinvention and after over 15 years, they are proving just that as the band sets out with a reformed lineup, fresh energetic sound and a long awaited first studio album in over 9 years. A nationally recognized live music institution, Cornmeal is heavily influenced by American roots and folk music and seamlessly blends lightning fast tempos and impeccable harmonies into an unrivaled live performance that continues to expand upon the five-piece acoustic-electric groups’ vast musical repertoire. While steeped in the tradition of the past, Cornmeal continues to forge a path all their own, pushing the boundaries of bluegrass, Americana and folk for a whole new generation of music lovers. With a growing fan base and ever-evolving sound, Cornmeal challenges the recipe of bluegrass and live performance.
With the release of their debut album "In The Kitchen" (2001 Livin' Live records), Cornmeal secured its place as one of the top bands in its genre. 2003’s “Tales from Magic Stone Mountain” (Livin’ Live records) garnered much critical attention and became a staple on College and AAA top 10 lists throughout the country. In May of 2006, Cornmeal released their third album, “Feet First”, which became proof positive that Cornmeal’s tenure on the road brought on an honest and mature sound. Produced by former guitarist Kris Nowak and bassist Chris Gangi, "Feet First" features a strong confidence in songwriting, musicianship and the ability of this band to stylistically ride the fence and bring it back home without missing a step.
In the beginning of 2010, Cornmeal released their first live album, “Live in Chicago, IL Vol. I” (2010 Livin’ Live Records), an album that pays tribute to the fans. Towards the end of 2011, Cornmeal released the follow up, “Live in Chicago, IL Vol. II” (2011 Livin’ Live Records). During this time the band went into the studio set to record their first album in over 5 years. Self produced by bassist Chris Gangi and tracked in Chicago at the prestigious Rax Trax recording studios, the process was cut short due to lineup changes and the album was shelved. After almost a year of auditions, rehearsals and wood shedding new material the band is poised to return to the same recording space to finish the album polishing the old material and setting forward with a new sound, new songs and a fresh perspective on the future.
While playing a blend of high profile venues, jam-band and bluegrass festivals to thousands nationally, Cornmeal has been a main stage act at some of the most renowned festivals in the country. These festivals include Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Magnolia Fest, Wakarusa Music Festival, and Summer Camp Music Festival as well as having performed on multiple stages at Bonnaroo, All Good Music Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, 10K Lakes, and many others. They pride themselves on the energy they put forth each night creating an unrivalled live performance that continues to shape itself into an energetic one of a kind experience. “Live in Chicago, IL Vol. I & II” prove that Cornmeal continues to be a band to watch out for. Every show they play is a unique experience that leaves fans begging for more.
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The Road
Cornmeal Lyrics
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I’ve been out along the road
I have lost more than most
I have seen the fields of gold
There’s a long way to go
On the road
I have lost but I survived
On the road
I have seen what the future holds
It looks bleak or so I’m told
The weight I carry is my own
The path was chosen long ago
Been convicted without being tried
On the road
I have fallen to a thousand lies
On the road
Out in the distance, I call my home
There’s a feeling that moves me slow
It surrenders and turns to stone
Standing tall like the days of old
Time falls quiet in the night
On the road
Like the dawn before the light
On the road
The song "The Road" by Cornmeal is a reflective piece about the experiences of someone who has spent much of their life traveling and has seen more than most people. The lyrics speak to the singer's sense of loss and the journey they have been on, highlighting the beauty of the fields of gold they have witnessed and the long road still ahead of them. They have faced many challenges along the way, including being convicted without a trial and falling to a thousand lies. However, despite these difficulties, they have survived and lived more than they have died.
The lyrics also touch on the singer's feelings about the future. They describe a bleak future and the weight they carry as their own, suggesting that they have accepted the path they have chosen many years ago. The sense of longing for home is present throughout the song, with the singer calling out to their destination in the distance. The feeling is slow-moving and surrenders and turns to stone, reminiscent of the days of old. Finally, the singer speaks of the quietness of time at night and the feeling of the dawn before the light, suggesting that they have a sense of hope and anticipation for what's to come.
Overall, "The Road" by Cornmeal is an introspective piece that speaks to the experiences of those who have traveled far and seen much. It's a reminder of the beauty of the journey and the challenges faced along the way, as well as the importance of perseverance and survival.
Line by Line Meaning
I’ve been out along the road
I have traveled a lot
I have lost more than most
I've experienced more losses than many others
I have seen the fields of gold
I've witnessed moments of great beauty and success
There’s a long way to go
Despite all I've been through, I still have much more to experience
I’ve lived more than died
I've had more experiences than near-death moments
On the road
Everything I've experienced has been while traveling
I have lost but I survived
I've faced difficult challenges, but I'm still standing
I have seen what the future holds
I've gained insight into what's to come
It looks bleak or so I’m told
The future seems negative, as others have suggested to me
The weight I carry is my own
I'm responsible for my own burdens
The path was chosen long ago
I've been on this journey for a while, and the choices I made in the past have led me to where I am now
Been convicted without being tried
People have judged me without knowing the full story
I have fallen to a thousand lies
I've been lied to many times
Out in the distance, I call my home
Wherever I'm headed, that's where I feel most at home
There’s a feeling that moves me slow
I'm driven by a strong emotion that slows me down
It surrenders and turns to stone
That emotion becomes solid and unchanging
Standing tall like the days of old
I'm standing firm like the strong people of the past
Time falls quiet in the night
At times, everything becomes still and silent
Like the dawn before the light
That stillness is similar to the beginning of a new day
Contributed by Liliana F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.