The band's sound is generally a mix of staccato bass and rhythmic, harmonized guitar, with a snare heavy mix, drawing comparisons to post-punk bands such as Joy Division and The Chameleons.
The band formed in 1997 when Daniel Kessler met drummer Greg Drudy, previously a member of post-hardcore/screamo band Joshua Fit For Battle and Hot Cross, on the New York University campus. Kessler later added Carlos D. on the bass after meeting him in a history class. The line-up was complete after Kessler ran into Paul Banks, a friend whom he had met in Paris. In 2000, Sam Fogarino, whom the band knew through his job at a local record store, replaced Drudy. Carlos Dengler, who was responsible for bass and keyboards, left the band in 2010, and hasn't been replaced, but announced various names to help them perform live.
The band released Direction on the soundtrack of the television program 'Six Feet Under' on June 28, 2005. Shortly thereafter they left Matador for a major label.
Our Love to Admire was released on July 10, 2007 in the USA (July 9 in the UK) to generally favorable reviews. The Heinrich Maneuver was its first single.
Their self-titled LP was released on September 7th 2010 and the tracks Barricade , Summer Well , Lights , and Try It On have been issued as singles. After this album, the bassist Carlos Dengler has lefted the band.
El Pintor is the fifth Interpol's album and was released in September 8th 2014 with 5 singles, All the Rage Back Home, Ancient Ways. My Desire, Anywhere and Everything is Wrong. The album's name is an anagram for Interpol.
The last 2 Interpol's albums are Marauder (2018) and The Other Side of Make-Believe (2022) .
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The lyrics to Interpol's song "Direction" are enigmatic and repetitive, creating a hypnotic and maddening effect on the listener. The repeated use of the word "direction" creates an aura of urgency and the feeling that the singer is lost or searching for something. This is reinforced by the use of echo and delay effects on the vocals, which give the impression that the words are bouncing around inside the listener's head.
It's possible that the song is about the struggle to find one's way in life, both metaphorically and physically. The lyrics suggest a lack of clarity or purpose, with the singer repeating "Direction" over and over as if calling out for guidance. This idea is reinforced by the song's driving, insistent beat and frenzied guitar riffs, which mimic the feeling of being lost and searching for a way forward.
Overall, "Direction" is a powerful and enigmatic song that captures the feeling of being lost and searching for meaning in the midst of chaos and confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
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The idea of a sense of purpose or a clear path forward
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Reiterating the idea of a sense of purpose or a clear path forward
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Stressing the importance of having a direction in life
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Emphasizing the need for a definite path to follow
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Repeating the title of the song as a reminder of its central theme
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Re-emphasizing the importance of having direction in one's life
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Continuing to highlight the significance of a sense of purpose or clear path forward
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Alluding to the feeling of being lost or without a clear direction
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Suggesting that direction can provide a sense of stability and guidance
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Reaffirming that the concept of direction is a central theme of the song
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Encouraging listeners to examine their own sense of purpose or direction in life
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Possibly reflecting on the lack of direction in the artist's own life
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Repeating the title to emphasize the importance of having direction
(Direction, Direction, Direction)
A repetition of the central theme and title of the song to drive home the point that having direction is crucial
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AnarchistEskimo
And just when I thought I heard all of Interpol, I keep finding all these extra songs that were featured in movies and television shows. Interpol sure knows how to cheer me up on a complete shit day. Thanks for the upload.
Denise Gruber
Sean Hoffay damn could be my words. Just what i thought when i found this today! Gonna see them live in vienna in 2 weeks and im so nervous. Listened to them for 10 yrs so active. I love interpol. I love them so much.
Leaders Speakers Public Speaking Channel
Yessir!
zaidabanksnyc
Same ...It makes my day .
Łódzki Ośrodek Doradztwa Rolniczego
Have you heard of Interpol - Crimewaves? Similar mood
Dr. Long Schlong
same here, 10 years later
zaidabanksnyc
It makes my day ❤ Thanks Interpol ...my beloved Interpol!
Angel Cruz
2019 and i'm listen to this, thiking this was like 8 years ago makes my skin crawl, it's like i'm in a introspective trip on my old self. Awsome edit vid BTW gonna take it to my grave. thanks.
xoxo
Jesus Luna
Amen brother amen too the grave
Bone R Skeleton
Never get tired of listening to this :3