1) Band from Tuscaloosa, Alabama.… Read Full Bio ↴Two artists share the name Gideon.
1) Band from Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Gideon, an aggressive metalcore band with an already impressive repertoire. Well-placed gang vocals and a powerful front man set Gideon apart from many of their peers, while the band as a whole, whose members have been playing together only since 2008, come off sounding like seasoned pros. Their Facedown debut “Costs” (engineered by Brian Hood) will be released on March 1, 2011
2) Anticlub and Lessismorecordings head honcho Gideon Hommes has no time to waste. He lives for music 24 hours a day. Producing, recording, spinning, selling and above all, loving music is what keeps him busy. There is no past, only future and Gideon is setting the standard higher and higher with his ever-evolving productions.
In a few years he built up an impressive discography with over a 100 released tracks under his different alter egos Gideon, The Economist and G. Early 2008 he released some tracks on big international record labels such as Kanzleramt (Berlin) and Sino (Hong Kong) followed by a complete artist album on both labels. On Kanzleramt he released his “Need No Permission” album in October 2008. Now 2009 he is the driving force within a Dutch label collective called Homedistribution, under his new company he manages 14 labels.
His debut and conceptual album NoNameNoFaceNoNumber was already released on his own label Lessismorecordings in 2007, where he showed a new approach to dubby techno and sequential composition. Running Lessismorecordings and labels like Grayarea, Anticlub and Minimalplus is one of his favourite occupations.
Gideon Alexis Tyrel Hommes was born in 1980 in the city of technology where Philips made the first steps in electronic music composition. In 1990 Gideon had his first contact with underground electronic music and has been hooked ever since. Spinning records and producing have been keeping him busy for more than a decade. So we can easily say that, he is not only an innovative and a differentiating producer of electronic music who runs his own label, he is also an experienced and very skilled DJ. In other words he is the full package of a modern artist.
The DJ sets he plays under his own name Gideon are techno oriented and memorable for playing the new unreleased material and things to come from the several labels he runs and supports. He combines the expected with the unexpected, monotone grooves with melodic revelations, rawness with sophistication and modern minimalism with old school renaissance. Contradiction? He does not think so. Gideon gives you a new vision on the full techno spectrum; he incorporates his love for the old days with his vision on the things to come.
He already played impressive venues like: Bergain/Ostgut (Berlin), Tresor (Berlin), Flex (Vianna), Arm17 (Moscow), One (Mardid), Awakenings Festival (Holland), Extrema Outdoor Festival (Holland) and more
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Virtue
Gideon Lyrics
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I see what they go through. I guess you never had to feel that pain.
I’ve counted the cost. This is where I belong.
So many questions run through my head. Time for us to leave again.
My whole life packed in this van and the road is calling.
Remind me what you said again. How I’m on the road to nowhere land.
Well, this is what I’m made for. If only you could understand.
This is what I’m made for. This is what I’m made for.
I’ve counted the cost, nothing to lose because He gave me everything I’ve lost.
This is what I’m made for.
Miles and miles away from home thinking ’bout the things I can’t let go.
But as sure as the breath inside of me I know that this is where I belong.
I see the hurt, I feel the pain. This is what I’m made for. Maybe now you’ll understand.
Tell me, tell me, tell me that I’m going nowhere. Tell me this isn’t enough.
I see what they go through. I guess you never had to feel that pain.
I’ve counted the cost. This is where I belong. This is where I belong.
I have counted the cost, nothing to lose because He gave me everything I’ve lost.
Tell me, tell me, tell me that I’m going nowhere. Tell me this isn’t enough.
I see what they go through. I guess you never had to feel that pain.
I’ve counted the cost. This is where I belong.
The song "Virtue" by Gideon is a powerful anthem about the emotional struggle of being on the road as a musician, but also the deep sense of purpose and belonging that comes with pursuing one's passion. The lyrics begin with the singer questioning whether or not he is going somewhere with his music career, and if it is enough to continue on this path. He acknowledges that he sees what other musicians go through and wonders if those who criticize his choices have ever experienced the same pain.
The chorus repeats the line "This is what I'm made for," reinforcing the idea that no matter the struggles and challenges, the singer knows he is in the right place pursuing his dreams. He has counted the cost of this life, but insists that it is where he belongs. The second verse continues to explore the difficulty of being on the road, with the singer reminiscing about all the things he's left behind and struggling to let them go. But despite the homesickness and longing, he is certain that this is his true calling.
Overall, "Virtue" is a rallying cry for all those who have chosen an unconventional path in life, who have faced opposition or criticism for pursuing their passions. It acknowledges the pain and sacrifices that come with such a choice, but also celebrates the sense of purpose and belonging that can come from following one's heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me, tell me, tell me that I’m going nowhere. Tell me this isn’t enough.
Doubting his journey, the artist asks for validation and reassurance that he is on the right path and that his current progress is not in vain.
I see what they go through. I guess you never had to feel that pain.
The artist empathizes with the struggles of others and acknowledges that not everyone has had the same difficult experiences.
I’ve counted the cost. This is where I belong.
Despite the struggles he may face, the artist has weighed the sacrifices and is certain that this path is his calling and where he belongs.
So many questions run through my head. Time for us to leave again.
Uncertainty and contemplation marks the beginning of a new journey or chapter in the artist's life, as he prepares to go out on the road again.
My whole life packed in this van and the road is calling.
The artist's life is on the move as he packs everything important into his van, leaving behind his past life and chasing after the road and what it holds.
Remind me what you said again. How I’m on the road to nowhere land.
Filled with self-doubt and needing motivation, the artist asks for reassurance and affirmation of his journey, acknowledging that it may feel directionless at times.
Well, this is what I’m made for. If only you could understand.
He recognizes that this lifestyle may not be for everyone, but for him, it's his calling and what he's meant to do.
This is what I’m made for. This is what I’m made for.
Repeating this line emphasizes the artist's certainty in his path and what he is meant to do.
I’ve counted the cost, nothing to lose because He gave me everything I’ve lost.
With a newfound perspective, the artist sees that he truly hasn't lost anything because he's been given everything he needs to fulfill his purpose, even if it means sacrificing things from his past life.
Miles and miles away from home thinking ’bout the things I can’t let go.
Being far from home, he reflects on what he's left behind and things that hold sentimental value to him that he struggles to let go of.
But as sure as the breath inside of me I know that this is where I belong.
Despite any struggles or doubts, the artist is sure and certain that this is where he belongs and what he is supposed to do.
I see the hurt, I feel the pain. This is what I’m made for. Maybe now you’ll understand.
Acknowledging the struggles and pain of others, the artist knows that he is meant to use his talents and experiences to bring about positive change and understanding in others.
Contributed by Gabriel M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
bill cosby
Classic Gideon. They have progressed so much. So stoked for them
Erik Miner
Saw these guys tonight, had never heard of them before but they were sick. Their screamers energy was fuckin' awesome
Amber Echo
Lol Tyler Riley one of the guitarists is my uncle. Their great.
Victor Jovic
Época boa!!!!!!!
Wixdfast2
Such a good album. Finally, a good new hardcore band with a great message.
BMSEsteban
These guys are so sick live! Saw them in Tennessee Saturday! :]
Łukasz Michałowski
Its almost end of the 2019 and this is still their best song and album.
BalanceMeOut
I mean milestone
ForTodayMark
Dagnab man, this is a blast from the past. This vid was uploaded 2 days b4 my 21st and now i’m 30. Time flies, ain’t it so?
Neil Kohan
This is probably in my top list of songs that's been put out in the last year or so and I saw them live tonight which made it all so much better was such a good show...