The band were originally known as (The) Pride, before they changed their line-up and became known as Snowfield, becoming a popular unsigned band. They remained with this name until they signed with Kitchenware Records in September 2004. The band's debut single Bullets was released as a limited edition of 500 on Kitchenware Records on January 24, 2005; it quickly gained support from radio stations such as Xfm and BBC 6 Music - where it was the single of the week.
Their debut album, The Back Room, was released on 25 July 2005, to critical acclaim. The band toured out most of 2005, including two jaunts with We Are Scientists. However, after a pivotal support slot on Franz Ferdinand's Arena tour at the end of 2005, it was the re-release of single Munich in January 2006 that propelled them into the top 10 of the UK single's chart. The following May, Editors played three sell-out shows at London's Brixton Academy, and countless gigs worldwide. The album has now sold over 500,000 units.
In June 2007 Editors released a second album, An End has a Start which included the single Smokers Outside The Hospital Doors. This first track was released on June 18th 2007 in the UK, and June 26th in the US, however it was leaked onto the Internet earlier. The album's title track, An End Has A Start was released on September 3rd, The Racing Rats on November 26th, 2007. Following a landmark appearence on The Other Stage at the Glastonbury festival, the album entered at number 1 in the UK album chart.
'In this Light And On This Evening', the third studio album, was released on October 12th 2009. With the heavy synthesizer sound and industrial ring, the album differed immensely from the earlier work of the band. Tom explained this change as a way for the band to try something completely different. Papillon, the first single, was followed by You Don't Know Love. The third single was Eat Raw Meat = Blood Drool. The album was inspired by the city of London, both lyrically as musically and debuted at number 1 in the UK album charts.
On April 16th 2012, during the recording of their fourth studio album with producer Flood, Editors announced that Chris Urbanowicz (guitar) was leaving the band basing the decision entirely upon the band's future musical direction.
‘The Weight Of Your Love’, their fourth studio LP, was released on July 2013. It was preceded by the single 'A ton of love, released in May. This is also the first album to feature new band members Justin Lockey and Elliott Williams. It was recorded at Blackbird Studio in Nashville with producer Jacquire King and mixed by Craig Silvey.
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2) A punk rock band from Connecticut, active in the 80's.
Ocean Of Night
Editors Lyrics
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Effortlessly, you appear
Sound of the thunder
Reverberate in your ears
This is a slow dance
This is the chance to transform
Pause for the silence
In habit, the calm of the storm
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
Love is a feeling
Buried with me in the yard
Gaze at the skyline
Under the ocean of stars
This is your slow dance
And this is your chance to transform
Lost to a moment
The moment you confront the storm
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
Ocean of night
Ocean of night
Ocean of night
Ocean of night
In "Ocean Of Night" by Editors, the lyrics explore themes of transformation, inner turmoil, and finding solace in the midst of chaos. The song opens with the image of wasting on nothing, indicating a sense of emptiness or insignificance. The singer then encounters someone who effortlessly appears in their life, bringing a thunderous sound that resonates in their ears. This person represents an opportunity for change and growth, as expressed through the lines, "This is a slow dance, this is the chance to transform."
The chorus repeats the phrase "This is your ocean, an ocean of night," emphasizing a sense of vastness and darkness. The ocean symbolizes the depths of the singer's emotions and experiences, which they must navigate in order to find themselves. The notion of darkness suggests the presence of inner struggles and conflicts.
The second verse adds another layer to the narrative, introducing the theme of love. Love becomes buried with the singer in the yard, implying that it has been lost or forgotten. The imagery of gazing at the skyline under an ocean of stars highlights the beauty and magnitude of the world around them, contrasting with the chaos and darkness within.
The chorus repeats, reinforcing the idea of the ocean as a metaphor for the singer's emotional journey. The final lines of the song introduce the idea of hope as a way to hold back the fire, suggesting that hope acts as a source of strength and protection in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Wasting on nothing
Fruitless endeavors, empty actions
Effortlessly, you appear
You emerge without any effort
Sound of the thunder
The deafening noise of a storm
Reverberate in your ears
Echoes resound in your mind
This is a slow dance
Life is moving at a leisurely pace
This is the chance to transform
An opportunity for personal growth and change
Pause for the silence
Take a moment to appreciate the stillness
In habit, the calm of the storm
Finding comfort in the chaos
Love is a feeling
Affection and emotion deep within
Buried with me in the yard
Kept hidden and buried within myself
Gaze at the skyline
Fixating on the horizon
Under the ocean of stars
Beneath a vast sky filled with stars
And this is your chance to transform
An opportunity for personal growth and change
Lost to a moment
Being absorbed in a single moment
The moment you confront the storm
Facing and dealing with a difficult situation
I am your hope down the wire
I provide hope through communication
So you can hold back the fire
To prevent the emergence of a destructive force
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This represents your inner darkness and struggles
This is the notion, your ocean of night
The idea or perception of your personal challenges
Ocean of night
A metaphorical representation of darkness
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Cam Blackwood, Joel Pott, George Ezra
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"Ocean Of Night"
Wasting on nothing
Effortlessly, you appear
Sound of the thunder
Reverberate in your ears
This is a slow dance
This is the chance to transform
Pause for the silence
In habit, the calm of the storm
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
Love is a feeling
Buried with me in the yard
Gaze at the skyline
Under the ocean of stars
This is your slow dance
And this is your chance to transform
Lost to a moment
The moment you confront the storm
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
I am your hope down the wire
So you can hold back the fire
This is your ocean, an ocean of night
This is the notion, your ocean of night
Ocean of night
@soupysoup9340
There is something about Editors songs that make a single track feel like you just experienced an entire album. I am so so thankful for this band.
@heidithormahlen9817
You've said it perfectly - love them too 💃
@gavva2010
I feel like the Editors are the most under-rated band we have, they've done so well as it is, but I always feel like they deserve so much more. I genuinely don't understand why they aren't more mainstream, c'mon people, Listen.
@IkkaRose
gavva2010 i think it's better this way. Not everyone can understand them, that makes it more special for us who can :')
@TheInga555
They are genius …. So much underrated ….
@andebuck8324
I agree, the music they bring are above..
@ivanadafunic7416
They are good, but I have never heard of them. I accidentally listened to a song on youtube. Funny how fame works today.
@darrenwalshe8513
Not everyone is as smart, I dont want them mainstream anyway ❤
@AdamGallonSmart
In Dream. Best album of 2015 by a mile!
@andziorek
I love this. One of their best songs. Beautiful melody, and THIS voice. You know what's amazing? It's that Tom's voice matured with time. He doesnt have to do much, sometimes delicacy is the most powerful. This "I AM your Hope..." my favourite part. Almost whispered. Goosbumps.
Greetings from Poland, Editors fan since 2006, seen them live Warsaw 2007 and Kraków 2009 and I still love them ❤