http://www.joeandwillask.com/
http://www.joeandwillask.com/
Joe and Will met in 2005, both coming from very different musical backgrounds. Joe was releasing drum and bass 12” records while Will came from the hard house and trance scenes. Their name describes their relentless passion to constantly explore genres of music, and represent their different influences within their own characteristic sound that they have become so well known for.
They started collaborating in 2007, and almost immediately drew attention from local DJs at respected nights such as Trash, as well as club promoters and indie labels. Their residencies at underground club nights soon moved into playing at some of the hottest nights in London; Matter, Trailer Trash, Durrr, Club NME, Boombox, Scala, Ministry of Sound, the Egg to name a few, as well as gigs across the UK, Berlin, Florence, Milan, Budapest, Bucharest, Lille, and Ghent..
Meanwhile their productions have been equally well received. Coming across with dirt and cutting edge production and an eye firmly on the dance floor, but also with effortless musicality not normally associated with techno, they win over fans from the band/ indie scene, as easily as diehard clubbers. They inject tonality and musical flow into everything they touch, all under the banner of techno or electro or whatever you would like to call it, and have been compared to SoulWax, Chemical Brothers, DIM and Popof.
The duo signed to Andrew Friendly’s Gulp Communications in 2008, and have released three EPs worth of material, appearing in the Cool Cuts Chart, and bringing a wide fanbase to themselves including Brodinski who said “My favourite producers of the moment”, Kris Menace, Vicarious Bliss, Casper C, Acid Jacks, AutoKratz, Dark Globe, Jody Wisternoff, Cazals, Matik, Virgin Tears to name a few. They went on to remix a wide array of artists, from the highly blogged Mystery Jets remix, to La Roux on Kitsune/Polydor, Revolver (EMI), The Bell, Jupiters Heroes, Acid Girls, Revolver, Franz & Shape, Division Kent (Sony), Circuit Freq, Milke and Atomizer. There are many other remixes in progress for the likes of Ministry of Sound, and EMI’s new priority band ‘Hockey.’
Joe and Will perform live, as well as DJing. As DJs they are adaptable who like to play to any crowd but their heart lies in techno and minimal on big systems. Live, their setup consists of the pair playing a set of their own material using laptops and midi controllers. The set is hard, and energetic with a balance of musicality to win over the indie crowds as easily as the techno crowds, hailing back to the start of warehouse rave with it’s raw energy and fist pumping breakdowns. Just witness the indie crowd at Club NME go absolutely mental to two lads behind laptops, and you quickly realise this is music that’s connecting on a primal level, with enough raw energy, guts and musicality to win over virtually any audience. And therein lies the answer to what Joe and Will asked.
Autumn
Joe and Will Ask? Lyrics
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Some come to rest others to stay in the dark
Children running unaware of passing time
Man chasing deadlines and are on the bill
You should choose which side you want to be on
And be satisfied with your small inner garden
Because...
Why don't you stop talking about everything
And put your ravings and pretense in the sink?
From my cage you may see loving hands
They will try to set you free and comfort you
But the heads of these beings are full of hate
Filled brain of hypocrisy and conspiracy
Are you able to find out how to break free
And choose to live or die for what you believe?
Because...
Go out and take free paths, then get rid of it
Take a mantra and whisper it between your lips
Feel free to scream, dance, run and kill
Do anything but stay true to yourself.
The lyrics to Joe and Will Ask?'s song "Autumn" paint a vivid picture of contrasting scenes and emotions. The opening lines describe a peaceful green park, where some people come to find solace, while others prefer to stay in the darkness. The mention of children running without a care for time highlights the innocence and simplicity that can be found amidst the chaos of life. On the other hand, there is a man chasing deadlines and worrying about bills, emphasizing the pressures and responsibilities of adulthood.
The chorus suggests a need to choose which side of this dichotomy one wants to be on. It encourages finding contentment in one's own small inner world or personal space, suggesting that focusing on oneself rather than getting caught up in the noise and distractions of the outside world can bring satisfaction.
The second verse takes a darker turn, describing a metaphorical cage where one may see loving hands attempting to offer comfort and freedom. However, these well-meaning beings are portrayed as having heads filled with hate, hypocrisy, and conspiracy. The lyrics question whether one is capable of breaking free from these negative influences and choosing to live or die for what they truly believe in.
The outro of the song urges the listener to venture outside, explore different paths, and let go of unnecessary baggage. It encourages taking a personal mantra and whispering it as a form of self-empowerment. The lyrics emphasize the importance of staying true to oneself, expressing emotions freely, and embracing individuality.
Overall, "Autumn" by Joe and Will Ask? urges listeners to find their own path in life, detach from the superficial and negative influences, and embrace authenticity and individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
From my house you see a large and green park
Looking out from my home, I can see a spacious and lush park
Some come to rest others to stay in the dark
Some people come to find peace, while others choose to remain hidden
Children running unaware of passing time
Innocent children playing without a sense of the fleeting nature of time
Man chasing deadlines and are on the bill
People rushing to meet deadlines and burdened by responsibilities
You should choose which side you want to be on
One must decide which path they wish to follow
And be satisfied with your small inner garden
Finding contentment within one's own inner world, however limited
Because...
For the reason that...
Why don't you stop talking about everything
Why not cease discussing every single thing
And put your ravings and pretense in the sink?
And discard your nonsensical ramblings and false appearances
From my cage you may see loving hands
Observing from my confinement, I can perceive caring gestures
They will try to set you free and comfort you
These individuals will strive to liberate and console you
But the heads of these beings are full of hate
However, the minds of these creatures are filled with animosity
Filled brain of hypocrisy and conspiracy
Their minds consumed by deceit and secret plotting
Are you able to find out how to break free
Are you capable of discovering a means of escape
And choose to live or die for what you believe?
And decide whether to live or die for your convictions
Because...
For the reason that...
Go out and take free paths, then get rid of it
Venture forth and pursue unrestricted paths, then detach from them
Take a mantra and whisper it between your lips
Embrace a mantra and softly repeat it to yourself
Feel free to scream, dance, run and kill
Allow yourself the freedom to shout, dance, sprint, and even destroy
Do anything but stay true to yourself.
Engage in any action, but never compromise your authentic self.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Adriano Milone, Davide Sablone
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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