The band's first release was a self-titled EP, released on June 1, 2010. The band released a track from the album, "A Drowning", as a digital single, and a second song, "The Space in Between", debuted as a video on Pitchfork on May 14, 2010. A third track, "The Believers", was made available through Wired magazine's iPad application, along with a dissection and analysis of the song, and through a free digital download from the official website. "The Believers" is also featured on the soundtrack of the 2011 film Limitless.
The band recorded a cover of the Bryan Ferry song "Is Your Love Strong Enough?," which was released December 9, 2011 on the soundtrack for The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.
On 21 September 2012, Trent Reznor posted an update on the band's Facebook page confirming new activity. He revealed that the band has "partnered" with Columbia Records for the next series of releases - 'An Omen' EP, which was released on 13th November 2012, and their full-length debut album titled "Welcome Oblivion" which was later released March 4, 2013. He also revealed that videos would made and that the band would be performing live, but did not have any further details. On 25th September 2012, Mariqueen Reznor posted a picture of the cover of the vinyl version of the An Omen EP via her twitter account.
Since then, How To Destroy Angels has toured on a limited scale including performances at Coachella 2013 and appearances with Trent Reznor's main project Nine Inch Nails, as well as releasing music videos for Ice Age and How Long, directed by John Hillcoat and Shynola, respectively.
The Loop Closes
How to Destroy Angels Lyrics
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Keeps coming round again
The lyrics to How to Destroy Angels' The Loop Closes may seem simple at first, but they hold a deeper meaning. The phrase "the beginning is the end" references the cyclical nature of time, where the end of one cycle marks the start of another. This idea is reinforced by the second line, "keeps coming round again," indicating that time is constantly repeating itself. This can be interpreted as a commentary on the monotony and routine of life, with each day feeling the same as the last.
The lyrics also touch on themes of cause and effect, with the end of one cycle leading to the start of another. This can be seen in the title of the song, "The Loop Closes," indicating that the end of the cycle is the moment when everything comes full circle. The repetition in the lyrics emphasizes this idea, creating a sense of inevitability and the idea that everything is connected.
Line by Line Meaning
The beginning is the end
No matter how something starts, it always seems to eventually come back to its original state or cycle.
Keeps coming round again
The cycle repeats itself over and over, never really leading to any concrete progression or change.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ATTICUS ROSS, MARIQUEEN ARRABACA MAANDIG, TRENT REZNOR
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Shaun Bukhuth
This is to be listened with an open and clear mind freely without comparing it to anything Reznor has done previously and you will recognise the musical genius in him, Atticus and Mariqueen. For me it's a success. Peace.
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@Dennis Kuntz II yeah it's 2021 & i'm just now making the connection between this & "into the void." i love how HTDA sounds new & familiar at the same time, even now <3
cant wait for their new album w/ HALSEY
Scorn
You can pretty safely compare it to the Ghosts and enjoy it
TC
Can't forget Sheridan. He brings that TDWS sound back.
Bereeze
Agreed, I don't understand why HTDA gets so much hate
John Montalbano
Chopping and sampling something is a new take on it; what you're saying here is 'this reminded me of this other thing he did, except different, and I couldn't overcome that to enjoy it'
Towardabettermusic
This is a piece of art. This transcends all of the meaningless mundane music videos that abound in today's music market. This is excellent use of video editing. Props to Rob Sheridan for the great work.
Zen Shaman
I love the progression from the ghosts album to this. seems natural, and atticus and mariqueen complete the closed loop. ✌❤
El Rem
Rob Sheridan's work... This guy is a genius.
SteelWolf89
Trent Reznor and his wife, actually.