The band achieved international recognition through the inclusion of the track 2Wicky (from A New Stereophonic Sound Spectacular) on the soundtrack to Bernardo Bertolucci’s 1996 film Stealing Beauty (Io Ballo da Sola).
The original members of the group were vocalist Liesje Sadonius, keyboardist Frank Duchêne, bass guitarist and programmer Alex Callier, and guitarist Raymond Geerts. Sadonius left Hooverphonic on amicable terms shortly after the release of A New Stereophonic Sound Spectacular and was replaced by Geike Arnaert in early 1998. Duchêne left the band after Blue Wonder Power Milk. Arnaert left the band in 2008 and was succeeded by Noémie Wolfs. On March 26, 2015 the band announced that that Noémie Wolfs would be leaving the band "in mutual agreement."
Hooverphonic released their fifth studio album No More Sweet Music in November 2005, featuring four singles: Wake Up, You Hurt Me, Dirty Lenses and We All Float. One year later they released a Best Of album called Singles 96-06. This was their last release under the Sony label.
Hooverphonic released their sixth studio album The President of the LSD Golf Club on 8th October 2007 in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium and Holland, which includes the single Expedition Impossible. European Release January 2008 (although available via mail-order). This was an independent release, recorded at the Willie Nelson studios in the USA.
On October 10, 2008 the management announced that Geike Arnaert would be leaving the band.
After Geike Arnaert and the band parted ways, it took them two years to find a worthy successor to Arnaert. In November 2010 Noémie Wolfs was announced as the new leading lady. A brand new album called The Night Before followed soon after. The new singer was introduced on Belgian television in State Broadcaster VRT's late night show "De Laatste Show" on Thursday November 4th. The title track of the album is their biggest singles' chart success to date. Also, the album soon equaled the success of A Magnificent Tree.
On March 26, 2015 it was announced that Noémie Wolfs would be leaving the band.
Hooverphonic released In Wonderland on March 18, 2016. This release features a number of vocalists including: Emilie Satt, Janie Price (AKA Bird), Felix Howard, Litlo Tinz, Christa Jérôme, and Tjeerd Bomhof.
They were supposed to represent Belgium at the Eurovision Song Contest 2020 in Rotterdam with their song "Release Me". The event was cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hooverphonic was the only Eurovision entrant for 2020 who refused to take part in the "Love Shine a Light" performance, where entrants each contributed sections of the song, although a photograph of Luka Cruysberghs was included with the other participants making a hand heart at the end.
On 9th November 2020, Luka Cruysberghs left the band and, on the same day, Geike Arnaert announced her return. Also on the same day, they released a new version of Mad About You for the song's 20th anniversary.
Discography
• A New Stereophonic Sound Spectacular (1996)
• Blue Wonder Power Milk (1998)
• The Magnificent Tree (2000)
• Hooverphonic Presents Jackie Cane (2002)
• Sit Down And Listen To... (2003)
• No More Sweet Music (2005/6)
• Singles 96/06 (2006)
• The President of the LSD Golf Club (2007/2008)
• The Night Before (2010)
• With Orchestra (2012)
• Reflection (2013)
• In Wonderland (2016)
Vinegar & Salt
Hooverphonic Lyrics
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And you...hate the things that I like
But it hurts
Honesty's your church
But sometimes
It's better to lie
I...am the vinegar and salt
And you...are the oil that dissolves
Honesty's limitation
But sometimes
It's better to lie
I am the vinegar and salt
And you are the oil that dissolves my frustrations
Limitations
But sometimes...
I don't dare to ask why
Hooverphonic's song "Vinegar & Salt" revolves around the differences and incompatibilities between two people who are in a relationship. The first verse talks about how the two have opposing tastes and preferences, which can cause friction in their relationship. The singer seems to enjoy the things that their partner hates, indicating a fundamental difference in their personalities. However, they choose to lie about their preferences sometimes to avoid conflict, even if the other person values honesty as if it were their religion.
The second verse uses a metaphor to compare the two people in the relationship. The singer identifies themselves as the vinegar and salt, while their partner is the oil that dissolves their frustrations and limitations. This metaphor implies that the singer may be unfitting and challenging to deal with, but their partner is the one who neutralizes and soothes their temper. The singer doesn't dare to ask why they are fundamentally different and incompatible; they seem to be resigned to accept the limitations of their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I...like the things that you hate
Despite our differences, I am drawn to the things you despise.
And you...hate the things that I like
Conversely, you reject what I adore.
But it hurts
Our conflicting interests can be painful at times.
Honesty's your church
You value truthfulness above all else.
But sometimes
However, there are occasions when honesty is not the best policy.
It's better to lie
Falsifying the truth can sometimes lead to a better outcome than telling the truth.
I...am the vinegar and salt
I am the source of bitterness in our relationship.
And you...are the oil that dissolves
You are the one who can reduce the tension and make the situation more palatable.
My frustration
My irritation and annoyance with our differences.
Honesty's limitation
Being truthful can only go so far in resolving our differences.
But sometimes
Again, there are circumstances where honesty alone is not enough.
I don't dare to ask why
Sometimes I am afraid to ask why we have such opposing views and tastes.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALEX CALLIER, GERARD MANSET, WILLIAM SHELLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@osmanberk192
I...like the things that you hate
And you...hate the things that I like
But it hurts
Honesty's your church
But sometimes
It's better to lie
I...am the vinegar and salt
And you...are the oil that dissolves
My frustration
Honesty's limitation
But sometimes
It's better to lie
I am the vinegar and salt
And you are the oil that dissolves my frustrations
Limitations
But sometimes...
I don't dare to ask why
@elalesitoreal3638
Im a true metal fan... but good music IS ALWAYS GOOD MUSIC.!!!
@pritom7069
I am a metalhead too, found that Hooverphonic is the only non metal groups that I have enjoyed in years; So atmospheric , takes me to a parallel universe every time.
@zlataerb6031
My dear friend, there metal that you are eager about. Is actually was written by a nice cool dude that also known as Mozart. They piece is LA crimosa :)
@faiberjust5771
Great!
@itsme2434
Can you suggest some good metal songs ?
@elalesitoreal3638
@@itsme2434 A good slow old one -Sleeping in the Fire by W.A.S.P.
@jetblack9950
She's so deep in this song I don't think she even knows the audience is there.. love her voice love her style love the band love you all Jet
@majluke
Completely agree with you. i'll be watching them live soon.
@banjarablues
How's your arm jet ?
@simonagi4873
❤