Since the release of Her Space Holiday's first EP, the band has released six full length albums, several singles and EP's, and a remix album. He has toured with the likes of Bright Eyes, The Faint, Pinback, Bob Mould, The American Analog Set and others. He has also remixed songs from REM, Duster, The Faint, The American Analog Set and others.
Initially, Bianchi was not interested in releasing Her Space Holiday's first works, as he was focused on launching the bands associated with his new (now defunct) record label Audio Information Phenomena. However, after being approached by Chocolate River Industries to record a 12" EP, Her Space Holiday became Bianchi's full time project.
It has been a slow build from the get go. Until the release of 2003's "The Young Machines" (Mush/Wichita, V2/And Records) which reached #2 on CMJ's top 200, garnered critical success in the music industry, even the 2004 Polish idol winner Monika Brodka covered HSH's "My Girlriend's Boyfriend" earning her the Polish equivalent to a grammy for "debut single of the year". All of this has greatly expanded the HSH profile. So what now?
PRESENT(S):
There has been a lot of changes both personally and professionally for Marc. After living in Austin, Texas for nearly three years, he decided to move back to California. He packed his bags and settled in to a little house in the middle of nowhere in Northern California. And began recording tracks for his latest effort "The Past Presents The Future". In extreme isolation and creative re-evaluation, the content of the Her Space Holiday sound and meaning became much broader than on his previous works. Though some of the "staple" Her Space Holiday elements remain present, (minimal guitars, string arrangements, and simple beats) the lyrics have morphed from short sided, one person perspectives, into short stories starring characters and imagery that we all can find in our daily lives. In the end, leaving the listener feeling like they have experienced a collection of parables rather than a stack of confessions. Desperation has been replaced by hope, and denial with responsibility. The songs on the past presents the future are not any less personal then those on the previous Her Space Holiday albums. But the difference this time around, is rather then feeling like you are looking into the life of one songwriter, you walk away with a sense of getting a deeper glimpse into the world around you.
Ever conscious of the visual representation of Her Space Holiday, Marc has teamed up once again with long time friend, and The Young Machines designer Hanni El Khatib. Whose design credits include (contributions to neomu: by Deanne Cheuk, Faesthetic, Freedom Book, T-Shirt designs for Huf, Influx Magazine, Amnesty International, Nike, Tom Clancy, EA Games, as well as running his own T-shirt design label called 06.08).
While awaiting the release of The Past Presents The Future, Marc has also been hard at work doing remixes for Bright Eyes, Boom Bip, Kid 606, American Analog Set, and Idiot Pilot. With many more to come before the end of this year.
THE FUTURE:
There are so many projects on the table for Her Space Holiday and Marc Bianchi right now, that sleep doesn't really seem to be an option. Besides the upcoming 6 month world tour that is in the works to promote "The Past Presents The Future", and a pile of remix offers, Marc and long time friend/collaborator Hanni El Khatib will also be launching a new record label and production team under the title "Money Fight". The label philosophy behind Money Fight is rather unique. To not make money. Only releasing white label 12"'s that feature musical collaborations between Her Space Holiday and Street Price (Hanni's project). The records will not be available in stores, they will be handed out strictly to DJ's in major markets, as well as sold at Her Space Holiday/Street Price shows for wholesale. It's making music for the sake of people hearing it. Pure and simple. The production side of Money Fight will consist of hanni and marc lending their vastly different musical styles to other artists in the form of remixes and album production. The two of them will also be collaborating on a design/short story book that is slated for release in the summer of 06.
So in a sense, the release of "The Past Presents The Future" signifies more than just a new album for Her Space Holiday. Its a jump off for the next chapter. A bench mark for the acknowledgment of what once was, and what will soon be.
From the bedroom to the boardroom.
The Day In Review
Her Space Holiday Lyrics
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Some film was shot
Some songs were played
None of which I'm gonna save
But in the end I'm still the same
But in the end I'm still the same
To clear my head I took a drive
That everything that's born will die
Even the best ideas fade
What a way to spend my break
If art is held with honesty
Then why does lying come naturally?
Our books are filled with failed plots
And not the endings that we want so
Write out write out write out your words
And make up make up make up your own
Eventually the sun went down
The air was cooled
The stars came out
The melody had reached my mouth
I sang along with the sounds
That were all around
The beat came from my engine's ping
The sleepy owls arranged the strings
The bass was plucked out by the breeze
All of us in perfect harmony
Sometimes it's just that easy
If life is one big symphony
Don't play your part too cautiously
Let your fingers make mistakes
The crowd will love you for being brave
So ring out ring out ring out those notes
And hold up hold up hold up your hope
The lyrics to Her Space Holiday's song "The Day In Review" encapsulate the idea of life's ephemerality and the importance of taking risks and being authentic. The first verse acknowledges the monotony of everyday life while also recognizing the futility of trying to hold on to every experience. The second verse describes the singer's attempt to clear his head by taking a drive to the sea and realizing the transience of all things. The chorus addresses the paradox of art, where honesty is essential yet lying comes naturally. The lyrics suggest that it is through overcoming this challenge that true art can emerge. The final verse describes a moment of musical inspiration where sounds from nature and technology blend to create harmony, highlighting the idea of embracing mistakes and taking chances.
The theme of mortality is a recurring motif in the song. The singer comes to the realization that all things, even the best ideas, will eventually fade. It is in this moment of clarity that he discovers the beauty in creating without fear of failure. Additionally, the song touches on the idea of authenticity and the difficulty of achieving it in the creative process. The lyrics suggest that honesty is essential for meaningful art, but it can be challenging to overcome the innate tendency to self-censor.
Overall, "The Day In Review" encourages listeners to embrace the ephemeral nature of life while creating art that is authentic and true.
Line by Line Meaning
This day went by in a usual way
Today was unremarkable and routine.
Some film was shot
A movie was made.
Some songs were played
Music was listened to.
None of which I'm gonna save
None of it was meaningful enough for me to hold onto.
But in the end I'm still the same
Despite experiencing these things, I am still unchanged.
To clear my head I took a drive
I went for a car ride to clear my mind.
Went to the sea and realized
I went to the ocean and had an epiphany.
That everything that's born will die
All things have a beginning and an end.
Even the best ideas fade
Even good ideas don't last forever.
What a way to spend my break
What an unexpected way to spend my free time.
If art is held with honesty
Art should be truthful and genuine.
Then why does lying come naturally?
Why do people find it easy to be dishonest?
Our books are filled with failed plots
The stories that we create often have unsatisfying endings.
And not the endings that we want so
We don't always get the outcomes that we desire.
Write out write out write out your words
Write down your thoughts and feelings.
And make up make up make up your own
Create something original.
Eventually the sun went down
Nighttime arrived.
The air was cooled
The temperature dropped.
The stars came out
The stars became visible.
The melody had reached my mouth
I started singing along with the music.
I sang along with the sounds
I harmonized with the music around me.
That were all around
That could be heard in the night.
The beat came from my engine's ping
The sound of my car's engine provided a rhythm.
The sleepy owls arranged the strings
The sound of the owls created a string-like effect.
The bass was plucked out by the breeze
The wind served as the bass player.
All of us in perfect harmony
All the sounds combined beautifully.
Sometimes it's just that easy
Sometimes things work out effortlessly.
If life is one big symphony
Life can be compared to a musical masterpiece.
Don't play your part too cautiously
Take risks and don't be too careful in life.
Let your fingers make mistakes
Don't be afraid to mess up.
The crowd will love you for being brave
People will admire your courage.
So ring out ring out ring out those notes
Play your music loudly and proudly.
And hold up hold up hold up your hope
Keep your optimism and determination high.
Contributed by Elizabeth N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
chris champion
on The Good People Of Everywhere
Has no one read Lord of the Flies?