Their début single, 'To You', on Ugly Man Records was produced by and featured backing vocals by Guy Garvey, lead singer of Еlbow.
Début album Natural History was released in March 2001 on Wall of Sound offshoot We Love You. It was followed by the self-titled I Am Kloot in September 2003 on the Echo label. In their early years I Am Kloot were regarded by many as an example of the 'quiet is the new loud' trend in indie rock, as they gained prominence in the same years as, for example, Turin Brakes and Norway's Kings of Convenience. I Am Kloot, however mostly acoustic, were definitely not always 'quiet', if only because of Bramwell's rough singing and Hargreaves' often powerful drumming.
The third 'Kloot' LP, Gods and Monsters, was released in April 2005. The band subsequently announced their departure from the label, citing reasons such as a lack of financial support and the cancellation of singles at short notice. The band released a compilation of radio sessions, BBC Radio 1 John Peel Sessions in October 2006, a collection of two Peel Sessions and other rarities.
Their fourth album, I Am Kloot Play Moolah Rouge, was released in April 2008. Once again a compilation album followed in its slipstream, this time 2009's collection of B-sides, rare recordings, sessions, and previously unreleased material, entitled B.
Following the somewhat disappointing sales of the 'Moolah Rouge' album, I Am Kloot had Elbow's Guy Garvey and Craig Potter produce their next studio album, which turned out to be a majestic return to form. Sky at Night (released July 2010) was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and charted at #24 in the U.K. album charts.
I Am Kloot were back on the map. 2013's Let It All In became their highest charting album in the U.K. (#10), but would turn out to be their final studio LP together. There would be two more releases (a soundtrack album called From There to Here in 2014, and a 2015 live album entitled Hold Back the Night: I Am Kloot Live) before John Bramwell announced (in late 2017) that the group had quietly split up a year or so earlier.
"There was no heavy break-up or anything," Bramwell said. "I just wanted to do something else. I'll never say never to getting back together but I was in I Am Kloot most of my adult life, but just as you can go to a great place on holiday year after year, sooner or later you want to go to somewhere else."
The Same Deep Water as Me
I Am Kloot Lyrics
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Drown your thoughts out at sea
And dip your hands in the water
Same deep water as me
You've been watching for cloudburst
You've been praying for rain
Drench your soul in the water
Cleanse your heart of the stain
The river of love
Flows deep through the night
Rolls you in with the waves
Drags you out with the tides
Swim out to the ocean
Drown our thoughts out at sea
Dipped your hands in the water
The same deep water as me
Same deep water as me
The lyrics to I Am Kloot's "The Same Deep Water as Me" can be interpreted to mean different things depending on the listener's perspective. One interpretation is that the song is about finding solace in the vastness of the ocean and using it as a means to escape from negative thoughts and feelings. The repetition of the phrase "same deep water as me" suggests a desire for shared experiences and connections with others who may also be seeking refuge in the sea. The metaphorical use of water as a means of cleansing the soul and heart of stains implies a need for spiritual renewal and a desire to let go of past mistakes or regrets.
Another possible interpretation is that the song is about the cyclical nature of love and relationships, which can be as powerful and unpredictable as the ocean. The river of love is described as flowing deep through the night, suggesting a sense of mystery or darkness inherent in love. The waves that roll listeners in and out and the tides that drag them out may represent the highs and lows of romantic love. Additionally, the final repetition of "same deep water as me" could be interpreted as a plea for a mutual understanding and shared emotional landscape between two people in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Swim out to the ocean
Escape from the troubles of life, and venture into the vast and boundless ocean.
Drown your thoughts out at sea
Let the sound of the waves and the water engulf your mind and provide a refreshing break from your thoughts.
And dip your hands in the water
Immerse yourself fully into the ocean, and allow the water to physically touch your skin and fill your senses.
Same deep water as me
In this moment, we share a connection with the ocean that is universal and unifying.
You've been watching for cloudburst
You have been eagerly anticipating a change, hoping for something to break the current stagnant state of affairs.
You've been praying for rain
You have been longing for new growth and transformation, and praying for the cleansing power of water to bring it about.
Drench your soul in the water
Allow the water to bathe your soul, and wash away any pain, fear or uncertainty that you may have accumulated.
Cleanse your heart of the stain
Let go of any guilt, shame or regret that you may have been carrying, and embrace the purity and clarity that comes with a clean heart.
The river of love
Love is a powerful force that flows through all of us, connecting us and guiding us towards hope and renewal.
Flows deep through the night
Even in the darkest times, love persists, and shines a light that can guide us towards a new dawn.
Rolls you in with the waves
Love can be overwhelming and all-consuming, pulling us into its currents and filling our hearts with its warmth.
Drags you out with the tides
Love can also be unpredictable and tumultuous, pulling us back and forth with its changing moods and rhythms.
Swim out to the ocean
Once again, we are reminded to immerse ourselves in the beauty and power of the ocean, which holds so many mysteries and wonders.
Drown our thoughts out at sea
By letting go of our thoughts and worries, we can fully engage with the endless possibilities and opportunities that life has to offer.
Dipped your hands in the water
Just as before, we are invited to physically connect with the ocean, and to participate fully in the moment.
The same deep water as me
Once again, we are reminded of the shared experience that we all have with the ocean, and of the interconnectivity that binds us all together.
Lyrics © CHRSALYIS MUSIC GROUP INC
Written by: ANDREW PETER HARGREAVES, JOHN HAROLD ARNOLD BRAMWELL, PETER ALEXANDER JOBSON
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