Martin and high school friend John Berry began writing songs together in the '80s, meeting up occasionally throughout the years as something to do without a great deal of seriousness to it. They gave a tape of their work to an acquaintance who knew someone at Caroline, and soon enough, the duo found themselves with a recording contract. The duo actually debuted with the "Skyscrape" single on Ringer's Lactate in 1992 and released their first EP, Palms, on Caroline the following year. The full-length Year After Year was released by the end of 1993, with Mark Lewis and Unsane's Vincent Signorelli providing help on drums.
Berry exited for 1994's improved This Way Out, leaving Martin to himself. Receiving assistance from another batch of guest drummers (including frequent aide Joey Waronker), he played every instrument, including piano (Martin is classically trained). Since Martin wanted to keep Idaho a touring entity, he enlisted a semi-permanent supporting cast and, in turn, gave up some of the writing responsibility for 1996's Three Sheets to the Wind -- he had found it impossible to teach others the songs and have them play them the way he wanted. As a result, the bolstered lineup made for Idaho's most muscular record, featuring their loudest guitars but not sacrificing any sense of intimacy. The thicker sound pricked the ears of more journalists, who generally find the record to be Idaho's best overall.
Despite their recent underground success, Idaho found themselves ejected from Caroline. The group reverted back to a duo, with Martin retaining guitarist Dan Seta while the other two members, Lewis and Terry Borden, formed Flotilla. They also signed on with the smaller Buzz label, releasing The Forbidden EP and Alas in 1997 and 1998, respectively. After leaving the label, Martin set up Idaho Music (thanks to a car accident settlement) and issued the live People Like Us Should Be Stopped and Hearts of Palm in 2000. Seta left for 2001's Levitate, leaving Idaho as one-man act. A compilation of rare tracked entitled We Were Young and Needed the Money appeared in 2002. Idaho's latest release is The Lone Gunman, which was released in 2005.
In December 2008 Idaho contributed his song 'Santa Claus Is Weird' for a Christmas compilation called 'An Indiecater Christmas' which was put out by Indiecater Records.
and all their lyrics can be found here: http://www.slidingpast.com/lyrics/
Before You Go
Idaho Lyrics
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they can take you from the blast
that makes it great
to see the light going down
trodden all the same
what's your worry?
Take your time giving them love
from the mountain top so high
knowing your way
sewing a life twisting up the bird
no one's going rip you off
give yourself away
before you go
before you go
remember all the people in your life
that passed the years away
your floating down
when your loveliness is showing
all the dust will settle down
The lyrics to Idaho's song Before You Go encourage listeners to take their time and give love to the troubles in their heads. The verse "troubles in your head they can take you from the blast that makes it great to see the light going down" highlights how the weight of our worries and fears can block us from seeing the beauty in life. The song encourages us to "take your time giving them love" and to "sew a life twisting up the bird" which suggests that we should allow ourselves to experience the ups and downs of life, rather than trying to control everything.
The song also encourages listeners to remember the people in our lives that have passed away and to cherish the memories of those who have "passed the years away". The lyric "your floating down when your loveliness is showing all the dust will settle down" may suggest that as we let go of our troubles and focus on love, we can experience a sense of lightness and beauty, and that any chaos or confusion in our lives will eventually settle.
Overall, Before You Go is a gentle and introspective song that encourages listeners to be patient with themselves and to focus on love and memories, rather than getting caught up in worries and fears.
Line by Line Meaning
Troubles in your head
You have worries and problems in your mind
they can take you from the blast
These worries can prevent you from enjoying the greatest moments in life
that makes it great
These moments are what makes life wonderful
to see the light going down
However, eventually these moments will end
trodden all the same
Everyone faces similar struggles in life
what's your worry?
What specifically is worrying you?
Take your time giving them love
Take your time and be kind to yourself when dealing with your worries
from the mountain top so high
Overcome your worries and reach a higher emotional state
going down to work it out
Face your worries to figure out a solution
knowing your way
Trust in yourself to figure out a solution for your worries
sewing a life twisting up the bird
Create a meaningful and unique life for yourself
no one's going rip you off
No one will take advantage of you if you take control of your life
give yourself away
Be open and authentic with others
before you go
Before you die or leave this world
remember all the people in your life
Recall the important people who have been in your life
that passed the years away
Those who have lived and passed away
your floating down
As you move through life
when your loveliness is showing
When your true beauty and character are apparent
all the dust will settle down
Any problems, worries, or struggles in life will eventually settle and pass
Contributed by Hailey F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Pippie Longstocking
Do you know if his trial will be televised?
Carolin 🇩🇪
If Kaylee's father files for the death penalty he has the same mindset as a killer and also no impulse control. He isn't better than the person that killed his daughter. He also never read the bible. Also the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. That makes Kaylee being like her dad, because they had the strongest connection and also her dad wouldn't want to kill Kohberger if his daughter had better values. He would act in her will. Also we know that Kaylee annoyed the whole neighborhood and had dates on Tinder while she was in a relationship. Her dad should stop the story of that innocent little girl.
James Plymire
@Carolin 🇩🇪 Just stop, you don't know those people. Bible states EYE FOR AN EYE.
Josh K
can we stop pretending this guy is some mastermind just because he has a degree in criminology? he literally got caught and will most definitely be convicted.
Aisle of View
Let's hope he does, but it's not a done deal. All it takes is for one juror to doubt his guilt. Defense can claim the DNA was tainted by the students who walked through the house before calling 911, etc. The phone pings can't pinpoint his location, although they can determine it within 15 miles. A good legal defense team stands a decent chance of winning, unless they find I4 DNA in his car
JustAGirl !
He doesnt have a degree, he was a student
Chadius Maximus
@Aisle of View Jurors aren’t smart and they typically fall on the average to below average IQ scale. In practice, this means they will hone in on the one piece of the puzzle that either creates guilt or not guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. That piece in this case is his car movements around the time of the killings. He circles the block several times, does an awkward K turn, parks across the street, then peels out of there in a rush. That’s what the jurors are going to hone in on, it’s impossible for a good defense to explain that away…
Sally Cinnamon
@JustAGirl ! he’s an PhD student. So he already had a bachelors AND a masters degree. So he has 2 advanced degrees already
Caren Farmer
Justagirl4511. He has a bachelors in criminal justice, a masters in psychology, and was a student, trying to get his Phd.