Invoking names like Dance Gavin Dance, Russian Circles, and the Dear Hunter, Eidola was founded in 2011 by Andrew Michael Wells (vocals), Brandon Bascom (guitar, vocals), James Johnson (bass), Matthew Dommer (guitar, vocals), and Matthew Hansen (drums). The band self-released its 2012 debut album, The Great Glass Elephant. Two years later the group inked a deal with Dance Gavin Dance guitarist Will Swan's indie label Blue Swan Records and issued Degeneraterra. In early 2017 they dropped the single "Amplissimus Machina" ahead of the arrival of their third studio long-player, To Speak, to Listen, which featured guest spots from Joey Lancaster, ex-A Lot Like Birds bassist Matthew Coate, and saxophonist Nicholas Pope. Guitarist Brandon Bascom left the fold shortly after the album's release and was replaced by Sergio Medina. In 2021, Eidola unveiled the fiery "Counterfeit Shines," their first new single in four years. It appeared on their fourth full-length effort, 2021's Rise-issued The Architect. ~ James Christopher Monger, Rovi
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Dendrochronology
Eidola Lyrics
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A vagrant man who roams the Danxia
In search of ancient eyes?
Well don′t be surprised if that affair proves to be nothing more than vaticide
Do you see yourself as a preacher?
A man who doles out consequence for a God fit to be tied
As the path intwined grows cold and dim
Take a step back
Breathe in the golden air and let your notions go
Tracing lineage through the wrists of kings
To find room to expand on how we came to be
A history through the rings of trees
Now I've heard you need a savior
Just tell me that it′s anyone but me
The greatest divide has never been kind
To anyone who tries to conquer pride
Destroy, rebuild
Every city, every culture, every monument
Until we're constant and loved
Like a child in the arms of impermanence
Like Siddhartha handing you the torch
And I see your faith in us
Do you see my faith in us?
When patience defies your art, (You lit the flame)
Take root in our hallowed souls. (Fate flows through me)
Kings of kings and ghosts of man. (Tell me your name)
Whisper softly
Tell me your name
Whisper softly
The lyrics to Eidola's song Dendrochronology explore themes of seeking knowledge and understanding, as well as the dangers of arrogance and self-righteousness in the pursuit of these goals. The first section asks if the listener is seeking out a teacher, someone who roams the land in search of ancient knowledge and wisdom. However, the lyrics caution against expecting too much from this pursuit, warning that it may ultimately lead to disappointment or even self-destruction.
The second section of the lyrics addresses the idea of personal belief and faith. The lyrics suggest that it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking oneself a preacher, confident in one's own beliefs and imposing those beliefs on others. However, again there is a warning against arrogance and intolerance, with the lyrics advising the listener to take a step back and let go of their preconceptions.
One particularly striking image in the song is the idea of tracing lineage through the wrists of kings, a metaphor for the way in which history can be read in the rings of a tree. This image suggests that our understanding of the past is fragile and tenuous, and that the stories we tell ourselves about our origins are never complete.
Overall, the lyrics of Dendrochronology are complex and thought-provoking, exploring themes of faith, wisdom, and hubris in a poetic and insightful way.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you seek out a teacher?
Are you searching for someone to teach you? Perhaps a wandering man who wanders around Danxia in search of ancient knowledge?
In search of ancient eyes?
Are you seeking the wisdom of the ancients?
Well don’t be surprised if that affair proves to be nothing more than vaticide
Don't be shocked if your search for knowledge results in the killing of your own beliefs.
Do you see yourself as a preacher?
Do you see yourself as someone who punishes people for not believing in a vengeful God?
As the path intwined grows cold and dim
As the path of life grows harder and harder to follow,
Inside the labyrinth of the mind
In the complicated thoughts inside your mind,
Take a step back
Take a moment to pause,
Breathe in the golden air and let your notions go
Take in the beauty of the world and let go of your own preconceived notions.
Tracing lineage through the wrists of kings
Looking back through history and ancestry by tracing the marks on the wrists of monarchs,
To find room to expand on how we came to be
To discover space for growth and development when considering our origins
A history through the rings of trees
A record of the past told through the formation of tree rings.
Now I've heard you need a savior
I heard that you need someone to save you,
Just tell me that it’s anyone but me
Please don't let me be the one to try and save you.
The greatest divide has never been kind
Separation and differences have always caused conflict and harm.
To anyone who tries to conquer pride
For anyone who tries to overcome their own sense of pride.
Destroy, rebuild
Tear down what exists and start anew.
Every city, every culture, every monument
All cities, cultures, and structures should be rebuilt.
Until we're constant and loved
Until we remain unchanging and adored by others.
Like a child in the arms of impermanence
Like a helpless child who is at the mercy of the ever-changing world.
Like Siddhartha handing you the torch
Like the moment when the Buddha handed the torch of enlightenment to his followers.
And I see your faith in us
I am aware of the trust you have placed in us.
Do you see my faith in us?
Do you recognize the trust that I also have in us?
When patience defies your art, (You lit the flame)
When patience is hard to come by and it feels as though things aren't going creatively as planned,
Take root in our hallowed souls. (Fate flows through me)
Find a sense of belonging in the sanctity of our shared souls. (I believe that fate guides us towards each other.)
Kings of kings and ghosts of man. (Tell me your name)
The world has seen powerful rulers and the forgotten remains of those who came before us. (What is your name?)
Whisper softly
Speak gently.
Tell me your name
Introduce yourself by telling me your name.
Whisper softly
Speak gently.
Contributed by Alyssa N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@paltryannabel
I’m obsessed with this band and their songs, the lyrics are a mystery because means a lot of themes that I can’t fully understand.
@zanderclark1461
There's a couple interviews on the lyrical meanings of to Speak, To Listen and of Degeneraterra. They cover alot of spiritual and religious subjects, it all seems to tie together into a spiritual journey of understanding the condition of humanity and how to transcend that.
It's very well written stuff through and through.
@booberrysue78
Just found this band through Dreambound and I'm soooo fucking happy I did.
@oceanstogeneva3047
you and I both. James.
@josephbastidas3561
Dreambound promotes so many incredible bands
@jackparker2115
Love this song, particularly the last minute and a half
@zennm8499
amazing alternative music
@TheOtherSun
This is amazing
@zennm8499
great groove voice nice amazing
@grandpow
wow very tight