Framing Hanley is a five piece alternative rock band from Cookeville (Tenne… Read Full Bio ↴Framing Hanley is a five piece alternative rock band from Cookeville (Tennessee), United States. Nixon, Chris, Brandon, Tim, and Luke came together to form a band that was eventually named Framing Hanley. (The band was called by a different name up until 2006, Embers Fade, but changed in dedication to a great friend of the band, Ashley Hanley, who passed away.) With their amazing musical abilities and live show the band quickly gained a large following in Nashville. In November of 2006, the band was fortunate to hook up with producer Brett Hestla (Dark New Day), who helped harness their energy into two songs. These two songs were enough to capture the attention of Jeff Hanson (Creed, Sevendust, Shinedown, Paramore) and his record label Silent Majority Group.

Their debut album 'The Moment' came out May 15th, 2007 on Silent Majority Group.

Framing Hanley's sophomore album, titled 'A Promise To Burn', was released on May 27th, 2010.

Framing Hanley is:
Kenneth Nixon: Vocals
Ryan Belcher: Guitar
Brandon Wootten: Guitar, Backing Vocals
Jonathan Stoye: Bass, Backing Vocals
Chris Vest: Drums

Former Members:
Tim Huskinson: Guitar (2005-2008)
Luke McDuffee: Bass, Backing Vocals (2005-2013)
Nathan Birdwell: Guitar

Science
Framing Hanley Lyrics

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In the distance, beyond the crowd
Sirens sing a chorus symphony
A dissonance, a dissonance in blue in red

Is there a distance beyond the clouds
Does a choir sing a welcoming
Where they cleanse me of, cleanse me of
all of my impurities

I feel like I'm close to knowing

Comatose, cold to the touch
From head to toe
From promise to dusk
There's a devil in my head and
This trouble he's got me into
I hope I've never disappointed you
This is the science of men falling apart

In shadows, somewhere in the dark
Struggling to meet, bless his heart
Inmprisioned in, imprisioned in a world she didn't deserve
All the embers fade till there's nothing else
Just a consequence of his former self
It's a miracle, a miracle she made it this far
It looks like she's close to letting go

Comatose, cold to the touch
From head to toe, from promise to dusk
There's a devil in my head and
This trouble he's got me into
I hope I've never disappointed you
This is the science of men falling apart

Falling apart (x2)

We have a choice and when our backs are against the fence
This is the aftermath, what happens after that?
When all the paths are taken back to where it all begins
This is the aftermath, what happens after that?

What happens after that?

Comatose, cold to the touch
From head to toe
From promise to dusk

There's a devil in my head and
This trouble he's got me into

I hope I've never disappointed you
This is the science of men falling apart

Overall Meaning

The song "Science" by Framing Hanley is a poignant exploration of the struggles of life and mortality. The lyrics depict a scene of chaos, with sirens wailing in the distance and a dissonant chorus of blue and red. The singer wonders if beyond the clouds, there is a choir singing a welcoming tune, and if they will cleanse him of all his impurities. He feels he is close to knowing the answer to these questions. The second verse portrays a vivid picture of a person struggling to survive in a world they don't deserve, their embers fading until there is nothing left. The chorus repeats the theme of falling apart - it seems the singer is seeking a way to hold on to themselves as the world becomes increasingly tumultuous.

The song is a reflection of the human condition, exploring how people find meaning in their lives when everything seems bleak. The theme of the devil in the singer's head is a metaphor for the negative thoughts and emotions that can drag people down into despair. However, the song ultimately offers a message of hope, reminding listeners that they have a choice in how they react to adversity, and that there can be beauty in the darkness. The lyrics are powerful and evocative, capturing the complexity of the human experience in just a few short verses.

Line by Line Meaning

In the distance, beyond the crowd
Is there a distance beyond the clouds?

Sirens sing a chorus symphony
Does a choir sing a welcoming?

A dissonance, a dissonance in blue in red
Where they cleanse me of all of my impurities

I feel like I'm close to knowing
I hope to reach the knowledge I seek

Comatose, cold to the touch
Feeling lifeless and numb

From head to toe, from promise to dusk
From beginning to end, from hope to despair

There's a devil in my head and this trouble he's got me into
I can't escape the pain and suffering in my mind

I hope I've never disappointed you
I pray I've never let you down

This is the science of men falling apart
This is how we break down and lose ourselves

In shadows, somewhere in the dark
Struggling to find a way out

Struggling to meet, bless his heart
Doing his best to overcome obstacles