After the release of "The Space Between", Aaron recruited 3 more members and made Intervals into an instrumental band. The band toured extensively and recorded a follow up EP, "In Time", in 2012.
In 2013, Intervals announced that they would now no longer be an instrumental band; their bassist Mike Semesky would switch to being the band's vocalist. Their debut album and first release with vocals, "A Voice Within", was released in 2013. On November 25, 2014, it was announced that Mike Semesky had left the band. An instrumental version of A Voice Within was released on Bandcamp on March 3, 2015.
On June 23, 2015, Lukas (guitar) and Anup (drums) announced on Facebook that they are no longer a part of Intervals. This separation was caused by different expectations about the future of Intervals. At this point Aaron was the only member of the band, but the next album featured Cameron McLellan (Protest The Hero) on bass guitar, and Travis Orbin (Darkest Hour, Periphery, Sky Eats Airplane) on drums. The instrumental album 'The Shape of Colour' has been released December 4, 2015. Since then, they have released 'The Way Forward' on December 1, 2017 and 'Circadian' on November 13, 2020, all instrumental.
2) Intervals were an alternative band from Glasgow, Scotland.
Their debut EP "Wipe Your Tapes With Lightning" was released in 2008 and featured 5 instrumental tracks in varied styles of post-rock, whilst working from folk, ambient noise, rock and drone.
Intervals have not performed live since 2009 and have not released any music since their debut EP.
Automaton
Intervals Lyrics
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(It's too soon for us...)
Oh where, time do you go?
When my pulse falls behind
The rhythm on top my wrist
Showing ten seconds to clear my mind
The gears pulling forward
Always falling into place
Despite the effort and haste
We can wait this out
(Because I know that) we will find our way back
We can wait this out
(Because I know that) it will be worth it in the end
It's too soon for us to say
Whether or not we can win this way
Patiently commit to all that is at stake
Because it's too soon for us to say
Oh where, inspiration will you be
Upon escaping this vacant automaton
To save me
The gears pulling forward
Always falling into place
The battle I know is over
Despite the effort and haste
It's too soon for us to say
Whether or not we can win this way
Patiently commit to all that is at stake
Because it's too son for us to say
The song "Automaton" by Intervals is a reflective piece that explores the ideas of time passing too quickly, a feeling of helplessness and a desire to escape from a life that feels robotic and mundane. The lyrics start off with the singer questioning the nature of time, asking where it goes when they fall behind in life. The image of the pulse falling behind in rhythm with the watch on their wrist serves as a metaphorical representation of the feeling of being left behind in life. The gears pulling forward signify the inevitability of time and how everything falls into place no matter how much effort one puts in. The singer seems resigned to this fate, acknowledging that the battle is over despite their effort.
However, the song also holds a message of hope. The singer acknowledges that they can wait this out and find their way back, and that it will be worth it in the end. There is still a sense of uncertainty, with the lyrics "It's too soon for us to say whether or not we can win this way," but the singer urges patience and commitment despite the high stakes. The final verse talks of a longing for inspiration to escape the monotony of life, to save the singer from the vacant automaton they feel they have become. The repetition of the line "It's too soon for us to say" throughout the song serves to highlight the uncertainty and the need for patience.
Line by Line Meaning
It's too soon for us to say
We don't have enough information or experience yet to make a definitive statement about the situation.
It's too soon for us...
Our thoughts and feelings are unresolved.
Oh where, time do you go?
Time seems to pass quickly and I can't keep up.
When my pulse falls behind
I feel disconnected from the rhythm of my own body.
The rhythm on top my wrist
The steady beat of my watch reminds me of the passage of time.
Showing ten seconds to clear my mind
I take a moment to breathe and try to calm my racing thoughts.
The gears pulling forward
Things are progressing according to plan.
Always falling into place
Even when unexpected things happen, they somehow work out in the end.
This battle I know is over
I've accepted that this struggle is finished.
Despite the effort and haste
Although I worked hard and tried to hurry, the outcome was inevitable.
We can wait this out
We don't need to rush or make any hasty decisions.
(Because I know that) we will find our way back
I'm confident that we will rediscover our direction and purpose.
It will be worth it in the end
We will eventually reap the benefits of our patience and perseverance.
Whether or not we can win this way
I'm uncertain about whether our current approach will lead to success.
Patiently commit to all that is at stake
We need to stick to our plan and not give up, despite the risks and obstacles.
Oh where, inspiration will you be
I'm searching for creative ideas and motivation to escape my current routine.
Upon escaping this vacant automaton
Once I break free from this soulless machine-like existence.
To save me
To help me regain a sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Contributed by Lillian M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@itLEAKED
Everything on this album is awesome. Instrumentals, Vocals, Songs, Mix... just great
@SavageOra
Its been YEARS since i listened to anything off this album, but this song randomly popped in my head a few days ago, and the album has been living in my mind ever since lol.
@antnyneveruploads
It's such a skill to be able to write such massive and powerful choruses. Gets me every time, no matter the band or genre
@KCYON
This song is what made me love Mike Semesky's voice haha
@jwdubz7
Anup Sastry ! Mike Semesky.....GODLY
@Foxy_proxy
Yeah, hands down the best track on this album. Everything blends together perfectly. Catchy yet complex enough to get lost in it!
@alexmurphy5289
Dat tone...so incredible, and the outro solo is insanely good
@yoelv4012
My fav song from them
@jfrets15
This shit is like Momento with an extra scoop of happiness.
@gabriela.4887
Awesome vocals and insane instrumental. I love it, this song gives me chills everytime. INTERVALS. 🥰 A fan from France 🇫🇷