1) An American post-h… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists sharing the name Finch:
1) An American post-hardcore band
2) A Dutch prog rock band
3) An Australian rock band from the 70s
4) A German rapper/multi-genre artist formerly known as Finch Asozial
1. Finch (1999–2006, 2007–2010, 2013–2016, 2019-present) is an American alternative rock/post-hardcore band from Temecula, California. The band released an EP (Falling Into Place) and two full-length albums, What It Is to Burn and Say Hello to Sunshine, before declaring a hiatus in 2006. Finch reformed in 2007, playing a reunion show on November 23 at the Glasshouse in Pomona, California. They released a self-titled EP a year later, and were in the process of writing their third studio album when they disbanded in late 2010. After playing a group of shows commemorating the ten-year anniversary of What It Is to Burn in 2012, Finch signed with Razor & Tie in 2014 and revealed that they were working on a new studio album. The album was titled Back to Oblivion and released on September 30, 2014.
2. Finch (1974 - 1978) was a Dutch progressive rock group that continued to be known internationally years after their final concert on 14 November 1978 in World Forum Convention Center of The Hague. 2. Finch was established by guitarist Joop van Nimwegen, bass player Peter Vink (Vink meaning Finch in Dutch) and drummer Beer Klaasse. Nimwegen and Vink had earlier worked together in the Dutch formation Q65. The musical leader was Joop van Nimwegen. For lack of a good singer, Finch decided to build a repertoire of instrumental rock. Keyboardist Paul Vink joined, but was soon replaced by Cleem Determeijer, then a student at the Rotterdam Academy of Music.
The first album, Glory Of The Inner Force, was published in Finch's native Netherlands, as well as by Atlantic in the US. On both sides of the ocean the album received positive reviews. Determijer wanted to concentrate on his piano studies and was replaced by Ad Wammes.
The second album, Beyond Expression, became a Record of the Week on Radio Veronica, a popular Dutch seaborn station. Beer Klasse was replaced by Hans Bosboom, after which Bosboom was replaced by Fred van Vloten. Finch started to make a name for itself and began to attract crowds to their concerts in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.
A third album, Galleons Of Passion was published in the Netherlands and the UK, however, the frequent personal changes in the rock group made it impossible to continue. In 1978 the partnership was discontinued when Joop van Nimwegen decided to quit. Finch's three albums continue to attract the interest of those who enjoy early classic and progressive rock.
3. Finch was an Australian hard rock band, initially formed in Sydney as Stillwater in 1973, they soon became Finch. In 1973 they won a 2SM/Pepsi Pop Poll, winning a contract with Picture Records who released their first single in 1974 (while guitarist Spencer was still in high school). In 1978, after signing a deal in the US with CBS Records subsidiary label, Portrait Records, Finch was changed to Contraband (due to the existence of the Dutch band also named Finch). Earlier Finch material was re-released under the Contraband name but they broke up in 1979.
Former band members include Mark Evans (AC/DC) and Bob Spencer (Skyhooks, The Angels).
Brother Bleed Brother
Finch Lyrics
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A mold of ugliness thrown into the fire.
Brother bleed brother,
What have you done my son with your desire?
I'll hold my breath, until the end.
A prayer for us to make it through.
I'll hold my breath
Miles of conviction to carry the weight of all your own mistakes.
Open your eyes,
In the end of everything, everything dies.
And I die for you, and I die.
And I die for you, and I die.
Sifting seasons through the sand. (Time moves so slowly)
Spitting treason in your hand. (You won't hear me)
Sifting seasons through the sand. (Time moves so slowly)
Spitting treason in your hand. (Ah... You won't hear me)
I'll hold my breath, until the end
A prayer for us to make it through.
I'll hold my breath, I'll hold my breath,
I'll hold my breath
The lyrics to "Brother Bleed Brother" by Finch are a meditation on the destructive power of desire and the consequences of our actions. The song begins with a warning not to hasten the sinner, suggesting that we should be cautious in our judgments of others. This is followed by a reference to a "mold of ugliness" being thrown into the fire, perhaps symbolizing the purifying power of suffering or the need to let go of our negative traits in order to grow.
The chorus, "brother bleed brother, what have you done my son with your desire?" expands on this theme, highlighting the destructive force of our desires and the harm they can cause to those closest to us. The singer then makes a vow to hold their breath until the end and pray for them to make it through, implying a sense of responsibility and care.
The second part of the song shifts to a more personal tone, with the singer addressing someone specific and expressing willingness to die for them. The lines "miles of conviction to carry the weight of all your own mistakes" suggest that this person has gone astray and the singer is offering to share the burden of their guilt.
The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus and the phrase "I'll hold my breath" repeated several times, embodying a sense of urgency and commitment to the relationship in question. Overall, "Brother Bleed Brother" is a powerful exploration of the themes of desire, guilt, and sacrifice.
Line by Line Meaning
Hasten not the sinner,
Do not rush to judge or condemn those who have made mistakes.
A mold of ugliness thrown into the fire.
The negative qualities and behaviors of a person are being discarded and destroyed.
Brother bleed brother,
People who are closely related or connected often hurt each other.
What have you done my son with your desire?
Asking someone what they have done, or will do, to satisfy their wants and needs and if it has harmed others.
I'll hold my breath, until the end.
Will remain optimistic in the face of difficult situations and will be hopeful until the very end.
A prayer for us to make it through.
Hopeful that with divine aid, we can overcome our difficulties and persevere.
Miles of conviction to carry the weight of all your own mistakes.
Will feel guilty and regretful for a long time and must deal with the consequences of their actions.
Open your eyes,
Encouraging someone to see the truth and reality of their situation.
In the end of everything, everything dies.
Everything that exists will eventually come to an end.
And I die for you, and I die.
A willingness to sacrifice oneself for others, even if it means suffering and dying.
Sifting seasons through the sand. (Time moves so slowly)
The passage of time seems to drag on and never progresses quickly enough.
Spitting treason in your hand. (You won't hear me)
Speaking out against someone or something that is harmful, but not being listened to or understood.
I'll hold my breath, I'll hold my breath,
Reiterating the resolve to remain hopeful, no matter how difficult the situation may become.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALEJANDRO M. LINARES, ALEJANDRO MARTINEZ LINARES, DEREK DOHERTY, MARC EDWIN ALLEN, NATHAN BARCALOW, RANDY STROHMEYER
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