The band went through three different lead singers, Chris Carrabba (Dashboard Confessional), Jason Gleason(Affinity, and later ActionReaction) and finally Jon Bunch (Sense Field). The final line-up:
Jonathan Bunch - Vocals (Sense Field)
Josh Colbert - Guitar
Chad Neptune - Bass Guitar (Strongarm)
Steve Kleisath - Drums (Strongarm, Shai Hulud, En Masse)
Derick Cordoba - Guitar.
FSF's releases in order are:
From the 27th State Split EP (1999)
The Moon Is Down (2001)
Further Seems Forever / Twothirtyeight Split 7" (2002)
How to Start a Fire (2003)
Hide Nothing (2004)
Hope This Finds You Well (2006, retrospective)
Final Curtain (2007, 567 records)
The band also appeared on numerous compilation discs such as Emo Diaries Volume 4, Punk Goes Pop, A Santa Cause: Its a Punk Rock Christmas, and Rock Music: A Tribute to Weezer.
In late 2005, FSF went on a long hiatus. And in January 2006, the band posted a message on their website announcing that their shows in early 2006 through the United States and Canada would be their last as a band. During its existence, FSF gave more than a thousand performances. The individual band members proceeded to new jobs. There would be no new album project, but a compilation entitled Hope This Finds You Well was released by Tooth & Nail Records in April 2006. The band also indicated there would be a DVD release of videos and live performance scenes entitled "The Final Curtain". As of late 2010, it was announced the reunion of the band alongside the original singer, Chris Carrabba. Their fourth studio album, Penny Black, was released in 2012.
The name "Further Seems Forever" reflects the band's feelings, being constantly away from family and loved ones while on tour.
The Band Reunited and has planned a tour for 2011
So Cold
Further Seems Forever Lyrics
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I covered every track
I kept not souvenir
I left an open pack
To slip the phone under
I let my left hand down
To leave you undetered
I kept my right hand out
I kept my right hand
How did you find me here, oh
So cold
So cold
So cold
To find another
So cold
So cold
You find a path to me
From an unwelcomed place
You kept the copy key
Between the skin and lace
To slip the phone under
I let my left hand down
To leave you undetered
I kept my right hand out
To slip the phone under
I kept my right hand
How did you find me here, oh
So cold
So cold
So cold
To find another
So cold
So cold
To find another road
To take me down again
To fix another rule
To try it hard and true
To let it go this long
To point it back to you
So cold
So cold
So cold
So cold
So cold
To find another
So cold
So cold
To find another
So cold
So cold
The lyrics of So Cold by Further Seems Forever seem to capture the feeling of being pursued by someone from the past or an unwelcome presence in one's life. The recurring question "How did you find me here?" suggests surprise and almost fear at the unexpected appearance of someone in the singer's life. The first verse indicates that the singer had taken measures to cover their tracks and be untraceable, even leaving an "open pack" to throw whoever was looking off their trail. However, it seems their efforts were in vain, as the pursuer still managed to find them.
The second verse describes the pursuer's methods as insidious, having a "copy key/Between the skin and lace", indicating they had access to some intimate part of the singer's life. The singer seems resigned to this person's presence, almost willing to leave their left hand down to allow the phone to slip under, but keeping their right hand out, as if to maintain some kind of protective boundary.
The repetition of the phrase "So cold" throughout the song adds to the ominous tone, suggesting that the singer is feeling isolated and exposed, and possibly even frozen with fear or uncertainty. The final lines of the song suggest a feeling of exhaustion and resignation - the singer seems tired of the constant pursuit and effort it takes to evade their pursuer, and is perhaps ready to simply "let it go" and accept their fate.
Line by Line Meaning
How did you find me here?
I am surprised you were able to locate me.
I covered every track
I took every measure to stay hidden.
I kept no souvenir
I did not leave behind anything noticeable or meaningful.
I left an open pack
I intentionally left some evidence for you to find.
To slip the phone under
I was communicating with someone secretly.
I let my left hand down
I lowered my guard a bit.
To leave you undeterred
I did not want you to stop searching for me.
I kept my right hand out
I was ready to take action if necessary.
So cold
I am emotionally distant.
To find another
I am searching for something else.
You find a path to me
You were able to overcome my attempts at secrecy.
From an unwelcomed place
You came from somewhere I did not expect or want you to come from.
You kept the copy key
You found a way to access something important.
Between the skin and lace
It was hidden in a way that was difficult to find.
To find another road
I am looking for a different path or direction.
To take me down again
I am willing to go through a difficult experience again.
To fix another rule
I am making another attempt to make things right.
To try it hard and true
I am putting a lot of effort into it and being honest.
To let it go this long
I have been holding on to this for a while.
To point it back to you
Ultimately, it is your responsibility.
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George Thomas
If my math is correct, we get a new FSF album with Chris Carrabba every 11 years. It’s almost 2023, boys!
tigerjohns0n
😏
ZDangerMou5e
Lololol
peperonikiller
Okay we've got a little more than half a year remaining, if we don't see a single soon I think it's time to start panicking.
cjalvarez2
It's refreshing to see actual adults playing in a sick band. So many other bands try too hard to look like they're in middle school. Love these guys!
Young Sparrows
He, Chris Carrabba, was the original vocalist for Further Seems Forever from 1998 - 2001. you can check out the album "The Moon Is Down" by Further Seems Forever. He left soon after the release of that album to pursue Dashboard Confessional. In between, FSF had 2 different vocalists whom were both very influential on modern rock music like Chris has been. Chris being my favorite FSF Vocalist, this is a reunion that is much anticipated by old rocker dudes like myself! Enjoy!
riserecords
Check these other Rise bands out: Transit Hot Water Music The Early November Daytrader Misser Man Overboard Sharks Cheap Girls Bouncing Souls A Loss For Words
t3h m4zn
Fuck I miss The Early November
TormentDubz
@t3h m4zn Did you listen to their album from 2019
t3h m4zn
@TormentDubz I haven't! Is it good? I'mma listen now