Fischerspooner was an electroclash duo and performance troupe formed in 199… Read Full Bio ↴Fischerspooner was an electroclash duo and performance troupe formed in 1998 in New York City. The name comes directly from the last names of the band members; Warren Fischer and Casey Spooner.

Spiking extremely retro electropop tendencies (recalling Kraftwerk, early Depeche Mode, and Gary Numan) with a modern approach to programming, Fischerspooner produces a quirky, robotic, and strangely subdued kind of dance music. Their albums can be seen as soundtracks to their stageshows, as opposed to recordings which are performed live.

Many critical theorists have latched on to the band for their subversive attitude and sassy stylings - Judith Butler, Etienne Balibar, and Antonio Negri, to name a few.

On October 30, 2019, the duo announced their breakup via Instagram.

For more information, visit the official website: www.fischerspooner.com

Horizon
Fischerspooner Lyrics

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Rise
There's nothing
Nothing
Soul rider [Repeat: x4]

Something, something, something far away
Something, something, something far away
(Exhibition, Exhibitionist, Executionist)

Nothing overtakes me

Overall Meaning

In Fischerspooner's song "Horizon," the lyrics "Rise, there's nothing, nothing, soul rider" reflect a sense of emptiness and detachment. The call to "rise" suggests a need for action, but the repetition of "nothing" indicates a lack of purpose or inspiration. The term "soul rider" could refer to someone who navigates through life's challenges with determination, but in this context, it feels more like an empty label without any real substance. The repetitive nature of these lyrics and the minimalistic electronic music backing it up creates a trance-like effect, which accentuates the feeling of floating aimlessly.

The subsequent lyrics "something, something, something far away" further emphasize the sense of distance and disconnection. The mention of an "exhibitionist" and "executionist" adds to the feeling of detachment from reality. The repetition of "nothing overtakes me" at the end of each verse could reflect a sense of inner resilience or a fear of losing one's detachment.

Line by Line Meaning

Rise
Elevate oneself or move forward towards a positive direction.

There's nothing
Currently devoid of anything tangible or meaningful.

Nothing
Further emphasizing the lack of substance or purpose.

Soul rider [Repeat: x4]
A person who confidently navigates through life with the guidance of their inner spirit.

Something, something, something far away
An ethereal presence or goal that is beyond reach or understanding.

(Exhibition, Exhibitionist, Executionist)
Mentioning words that sound similar but have different meanings to create a sense of confusion or mystery.

Nothing overtakes me
Despite the lack of clarity or direction, one is still in control and nothing can overpower them.

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Written by: CASEY SPOONER, WARREN FISCHER

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