The first release, the Heart Ache EP, was released in 2004 and featured Broadrick playing all of the instruments. It was followed in 2005 by the full-length self-titled LP, which featured the addition of bassist Diarmuid Dalton and drummer Ted Parsons, although not every song featured both new members.
With their third release, 2006's four song Silver EP, jesu took a more melodic and layered approach, gaining comparison to shoegazing band My Bloody Valentine.
Their second full-length album, titled Conqueror, was released in February 2007 in the US, UK, in Europe and Japan. The Japanese edition also contained a bonus disc featuring the two tracks that constitute the 'Sun Down'/'Sun Rise' EP, released elsewhere as a 12" album on April 23.
The band made their United States live debut, in March of 2007, as an opening act for Isis, although work permit problems caused them to miss the first three weeks of the tour. Neither Ted Parsons nor Diarmuid Dalton were able to participate in the tour and were temporarily replaced by Danny Walker, of Intronaut, and long time Broadrick collaborator, Dave Cochrane, respectively. During this tour, jesu also made its South by Southwest debut as part of a Hydra Head showcase.
'Pale Sketches', a collection of older solo works from 2000-2007 was released in October 2007 on Justin Broadrick's own label, Avalanche along with a new four song EP entitled Lifeline, released by Hydra Head in the United States and Daymare in Japan.
Broadrick has also contributed remixes of songs, using the jesu name, for Agoraphobic Nosebleed and Explosions in the Sky. Future releases include split 12" albums with both Eluvium and Battle of Mice.
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Sun Rise
Jesu Lyrics
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On the inside
Man's dreams
Flood your eyesight
The song "Sun Rise" by Jesu features lyrics that can have several interpretations. One of the interpretations can be that the lyrics talk about the internal struggles that one faces in life. The line "Sunrise on the inside" might imply that the singer personally experiences a new beginning or realization within themselves. "Man's dreams flood your eyesight" could mean that the person in question is driven by their internal dreams and desires, which take over their vision and become a focus of their life. The song may be about someone who is struggling to find their purpose, and the internal conflict that this creates.
Another interpretation of the lyrics could be about the changing world around us. The line "Sunrise on the inside" could imply that the world is changing from within, and that these changes are manifesting outwardly. The line "Man's dreams flood your eyesight" could imply that society and individuals are becoming more focused on the material world, which is causing them to lose sight of what is important in life. The song could be a call for us to look inward and focus on what truly matters to us, instead of getting lost in the distractions of the modern world.
Overall, "Sun Rise" is a thought-provoking song that can be interpreted in different ways depending on the listener's perspective. It encourages introspection and reflection, making it a powerful and emotional piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Sunrise
The beginning of a new day, filled with opportunities and possibilities.
On the inside
Referring to one's inner self, soul, or spirit.
Man's dreams
The hopes, aspirations, and desires of humanity.
Flood your eyesight
Overwhelm and consume one's vision, causing them to focus solely on their dreams and goals.
Contributed by Michael D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.