To date, they have released four studio albums and four EPs.
History
Early Years and The Approach (2002-2004)
I:Scintilla was conceptualized in Champaign, IL in Jim Cookas' bedroom in October 2002. In January 2003, Chad Mines joined the group as bassist followed shortly by Jason Allen on guitar and programming in March. Upon formation, they immediately began writing their debut album, The Approach while still searching for a vocalist. Many singers were auditioned before finding Brittany Bindrim, who they found to be a perfect fit. The album was finished and self-released on July 29, 2004. The album contained early versions of many songs that would appear on later albums.
Alfa-Matrix and Havestar (2005-2006)
After a previously full year of nonstop live performances, I:Scintilla was discovered and signed by Belgian electro label Alfa-Matrix. In March 2005, Jason Allen left the band and Chad Mines moved to guitar. Bethany Whisenhunt was brought on to play bass.The band continued to work on the release of its first EP, Havestar, while providing material for a future full-length album.
The Havestar EP was released by Alfa-Matrix in the summer of 2006. In addition to a few re-mastered songs from The Approach, remixes by Combichrist, Diskonnekted, Neikka RPM, Implant, and Klutae are included.
The Havestar EP also highlights the first collaboration with producer and artist Wade Alin, who is known for music works Christ Analogue, The Atomica Project, and Scanalyzer. This collaborative process adds a consistent working sound quality that carries forward to I:Scintilla's following full-length album Optics.
After its release, Havestar peaked at #13 on the Deutsche Alternative Charts Top 20 Singles list.
Optics and The Immortal Tour (2007-2008)
I:Scintilla released their second full-length album Optics in June 2007. The album consisted of many older, reworked songs as well as multiple new releases. Optics was released in single-CD format as well as a two-disc edition, containing a second disc entirely of remixes by bands such as Combichrist, Clan of Xymox, and Ego Likeness.
While this album was being made, Mines and Whisenhunt departed the band. Instead of replacing the members, Jim Cookas began programming the bass parts and played all of the guitar parts.
Optics peaked at #6 on the Deutsche Alternative Charts Top 10 Albums list, and was featured in multiple alternative magazines. Preceding the album release, I:Scintilla performed at Wave-Gotik-Treffen in May 2007.
I:Scintilla joined with the then-Tallahassee-based darkwave band The Crüxshadows and Canadian electro act Ayria for the U.S. stretch of The Crüxshadows' Immortal Tour in 2008. At this point, the band incorporated two new members, Justin Pogue (keytarist) and Vincent Grech (drums). Up until then, the drums had all been done through a drum machine.
Dying & Falling (2009-2011)
In 2009, keytarist Justin Pogue left the band and moved to Florida, where he was a DJ under the name DJ Halon at the now-closed Club Rayn's popular Industrial music and Alternative Rock night, Blue Monday. In the band he was replaced by Brent Leitner (guitar/programming).
On December 4, 2009, I:Scintilla released an EP titled Prey On You. The EP contained three new songs and five remixes of these songs. Two songs, Prey On You and Ammunition, were later released on I:Scintilla's third full-length album Dying & Falling (formerly called Redshift), which was released on November 26, 2010. Like Optics, this album was released with a single disc version and a limited edition containing a second disc. This second disc contained the third song from the Prey On You, another previously unreleased track, and nine remixes.
Over the next year I:Scintilla toured lightly, with most of their shows being in their hometown of Chicago. Around December 2012, Brandon Chase was brought in to fill the long empty bass position, making the band a quintet. However, he left I:Scintilla the following August to focus on his own bands.
The Marrow EPs (2012-Current)
In 2012, I:Scintilla announced they would be releasing a series of EPs entitled "Marrow". The first of these EPs, Marrow 1, was released on October 15, 2012. This album was a dramatic change in musical styles. Abandoning their signature metal-electronica style, this album had a more acoustic sound to it. With five tracks, Marrow 1 contained one new song, Drag Along, two reworked versions from songs previously on Dying & Falling, as well as two covers.
Shortly after the December 12, 2012 release of Marrow 1, a new single was digitally released containing a new song, Skin Tight, and two remixes of Skin Tight. A month later, I:Scintilla announced a remix contest for Skin Tight as well as a new album, Marrow 2. The winning remix artist would have their song featured on the upcoming album. The band received 64 submissions and allowed their fan base to vote on which song should be included on the album. The votes were cast in a unique fashion counting cash donations as votes. All proceeds from the votes were donated to the Amnesty International charity.
Marrow 2 was released on May 2, 2013 and marked a return to their signature style. The album contains four new studio recordings as well as four remixes.
In January 2013, Brittany Bindrim launched her own company, Black Dove Design Company. The company focuses on graphic design, programming, and fine arts. The Marrow series album covers are all illustrated by Brittany and are part of her illustration portfolio for Black Dove.
On September 21, 2018, i:Scintilla released Swayed, their first full-length studio album in nine years.
Worth the Wait
I:Scintilla Lyrics
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Carnal words and dreams devoured
In here nothing else can matter
Disappear
Senses climb and take her with
Written like a fiery myth
Can't fight what is coming in
Sun crawling up skin
Wakes her from the trance
Says she'll be waiting
Can't leave this in the shadows
It's taken over
Will not let go
Says "ain't it funny, we don't believe in fate"
Please be patient
It's worth the wait
Greyed instincts
Blow off the dust
Wonders can she truly trust
Lighthouse on after dusk
Guide the night
History's harsh waves crash and tear
She tastes it in the salted air
There's a life just waiting there
Float away
A weightless sacrifice
A change worth the chance
Says she'll be waiting
Can't leave this in the shadows
It's taken over
Will not let go
Says "ain't it funny, we don't believe in fate"
Please be patient
It's worth the wait
If she folds she knows it won't be worth living the new year
If she goes she knows it will be worth all of the fear
Sun crawling up skin
Wakes her from the trance
Says she'll be waiting
Can't leave this in the shadows
It's taken over
Will not let go
Says "ain't it funny, we don't believe in fate"
Please be patient
It's worth the wait
Start over here
Start with the dreams matched
The lyrics to "Worth the Wait" by I:Scintilla tells the story of someone who is trying to find their way through a difficult time in their life. The first verse speaks of being lost in a moment, consumed by desire and the need to disappear. The second verse speaks of questioning trust and finding direction in the guidance of a lighthouse. The chorus brings a message of hope, as the singer says they will wait for whatever is worth waiting for and asks for patience from those around them.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of determination that builds, and the listener can tell that the singer is willing to sacrifice and take chances in order to find what they're looking for. The bridge of the song brings a sense of urgency as they contemplate the cost of giving up versus the potential gain of pressing forward.
Overall, "Worth the Wait" is a message about perseverance and hope. It speaks to the human experience of feeling lost, questioning trust, and searching for something better. Through it all, the song reminds us that it is worth it to keep trying and to take risks in order to find what we're looking for.
Line by Line Meaning
Under frozen after hours
Amid nighttime stillness and silence
Carnal words and dreams devoured
Overwhelmed by intense desire and longing
In here nothing else can matter
Focused on the present moment with no distractions
Disappear
Lose oneself to passion and desire
Senses climb and take her with
Feelings intensify and consume her
Written like a fiery myth
Desire burns within her like a legendary tale
Can't fight what is coming in
Cannot resist or deny her passions
What is right
What is meant to be
Sun crawling up skin
Dawn breaks and brings her back to reality
Wakes her from the trance
Brings her back to the present
Says she'll be waiting
Determined to see this through
Can't leave this in the shadows
Won't let this go unnoticed, unacknowledged
It's taken over
Desire has consumed her completely
Will not let go
Cannot and will not resist the pull of fate
Says "ain't it funny, we don't believe in fate"
Ironically comments on the situation
Please be patient
Asks to wait for what's to come
It's worth the wait
What's to come will be worth it all
Greyed instincts
Unclear and uncertain intuition
Blow off the dust
Brush away the lingering doubts and hesitations
Wonders can she truly trust
Questions her own judgement and beliefs
Lighthouse on after dusk
Support and guidance in the darkest times
Guide the night
Lead the way through darkness and uncertainty
History's harsh waves crash and tear
The past's harsh and unforgiving impact
She tastes it in the salted air
Senses the bitter memories still lingering
There's a life just waiting there
Opportunities and potential waiting to be seized
Float away
Drift away from the past and embrace the future
A weightless sacrifice
Willingly give up something of value for the greater good
A change worth the chance
A risk worth taking for the possibility of a better future
If she folds she knows it won't be worth living the new year
If she gives up now, she knows she'll regret it
If she goes she knows it will be worth all of the fear
If she takes the plunge, she knows it will be worth it all
Start over here
Begin anew, with a fresh start
Start with the dreams matched
Pursue one's aspirations without hesitation or second-guessing
Contributed by Luke G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.