While they began performing live in June 2003, they soon released their 4 Song Sampler, produced by Hidden in Plain View's Rob Freeman, to help spread the word. Due to various national tours with bands such as Hidden in Plain View, The Academy Is... and Hellogoodbye, Houston Calls' fanbase grew steadily, until in spring 2004, Clayton left the band. Through mutual friends, Josh Grigsby was introduced to the band and became their drummer on May 15, 2004. The newly manned five-piece went into the studio with producer Jesse Cannon, to record their Sampler Volume 2 (2004). A few months after its release in August 2004, Houston Calls became the second band to sign with Rushmore Records, a subsidiary record label of Drive-Thru Records, who the band had been friends with ever since their formation.
On August 2, 2005, the band's official debut album, A Collection of Short Stories, was released. Produced by Ed Rose, the CD contained eleven songs, three of which had previously been released on their two samplers.
In November 2006, Kenny Ryan announced he was leaving the band, Houston Calls found a replacement in Jose Lopez in Feburary 2007 who had been filling in for Kenny.
In April 2008, the band entered the studio with producer Mark Weinberg to record their follow up to A Collection of Short Stories, The End of an Error and was released on October 14, 2008, along with the single "Life Won't Wait". The album was made available to stream via AOL on the day of release. The band went on a UK Tour as main support newcomers You Me At Six. Farewell were the openers.
At the end of December 2008, founding member Jarrett Seltzer left after no longer wishing to tour as a musician. Two weeks later, it was announced that Jose Lopez would no longer be in the band due to personal reasons. The band has announced that Dan Diaz of Red Light Green Light will be filling Jose's spot. Jason Jaksetic of The Pilot will be filling in on bass. The tour will go on as planned.
On June 9, 2009, the band officially announced that they are disbanding. They will play their last show on August 29, 2009, at School of Rock in their hometown.
Some of the members brand new band Future of the Party with some of the Paulson members.
Made in Moonlight
Houston Calls Lyrics
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mood of cold night I can't think of your name.
Stealing scenes for certain stories
I'm so glad I came.
Snowy streets few others can compete
got me back on my feet alive again and glowing
Traveling here brought hesitance and fear
I walk the Thames and realize moonlight pubs
are one of my true loves this city ranks above about everything.
Snow pours down a white coat on the town
footsteps the only sound out on the street (Warwick Avenue).
Next to me Kevin treads so softly he has the same feeling
Serenity.
What happened to me inside
It's like I was revived
I'm so glad I came.
The lyrics of Houston Calls's song Made in Moonlight speak of the rejuvenating and uplifting feeling of being in a new place, away from the familiarity of everyday life. The first line, "Made in moonlight, mood of cold night I can't think of your name," conveys a sense of being lost and disoriented, with the cold night serving as a metaphor for a more general feeling of discomfort and uncertainty. The singer of the song is stealing scenes for certain stories, suggesting a sense of longing for something greater, something that can only be found outside of oneself.
As the song progresses, we learn that the singer has traveled to London, and that the snowy streets, while intimidating at first, have "got [them] back on [their] feet," making them feel alive again. The mention of Fuller's beer and moonlight pubs further add to the sense of immersive experience, as the singer realizes that this new place has given them a renewed appreciation for life, and has become one of their "true loves."
The song's climactic moment comes with the chorus, where the singer asks "What happened to me inside? It's like I was revived," expressing the transformative power of being in a new environment. Overall, the song is a reflective and vivid ode to the thrill of traveling, and the liberating effects of letting go of the familiar.
Line by Line Meaning
Made in moonlight
This experience was made special by the moonlit surroundings.
Mood of cold night I can't think of your name.
The singer is feeling a sense of disorientation due to the cold night and the moonlight affecting their mood.
Stealing scenes for certain stories
The singer is taking mental snapshots of their surroundings to use in future stories or memories.
I'm so glad I came.
Overall, the artist is happy they went on this adventure despite any initial hesitation or fear.
Snowy streets few others can compete
The artist is impressed with the snowy streets and feels they are in a place few others get to experience.
Got me back on my feet alive again and glowing
The singer feels rejuvenated by the snowy scenery and their surroundings have made them feel lively and glowing.
Traveling here brought hesitance and fear
Initially, the singer was hesitant and fearful about traveling to this location.
But after Fuller's beer
The artist's mood has improved after having a beer at Fuller's Pub.
I walk the Thames and realize moonlight pubs
The artist is taking a walk by the Thames and realizes that pubs lit by moonlight are one of the things they love about this city.
Are one of my true loves this city ranks above about everything.
The artist considers the presence of moonlight pubs to be one of the things that makes this city so special and unique.
Snow pours down a white coat on the town
The snow is covering the town in a thick, white layer.
Footsteps the only sound out on the street (Warwick Avenue).
The only sound the artist can hear is the sound of footsteps on the street.
Next to me Kevin treads so softly he has the same feeling
Kevin is walking softly and quietly, possibly also enjoying the serenity of the surrounding snowfall.
Serenity.
The singer is finding peace and calm in the snowy, quiet surroundings.
What happened to me inside
The singer is reflecting on how they feel internally.
It's like I was revived
The artist feels like this experience has refreshed and revived them, possibly emotionally.
I'm so glad I came.
The artist continues to express their gratitude for experiencing this unique adventure.
Contributed by Cameron W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Erick leach
Made in moonlight
Mood of cold night I can't think of your name.
Stealing scenes for certain stories
I'm so glad I came.
Snowy streets few others can compete
Got me back on my feet alive again and glowing
Traveling here brought hesistance and fear
But after Fuller's beer
I walk the Thames and realize moonlight pubs
Are one of my true loves this city ranks above about everything.
Snow pours down a white coat on the town
Footsteps the only sound out on the street (Warwick Avenue).
Next to me Kevin treads so softly he has the same feeling
Serenity.
What happened to me inside
It's like I was revived
I'm so glad I came.
matt dela cruz
i had my friend put some music on my ipod and he put this band on it. this my new fav band. . . too bad they broke up :(