Its lineup is constantly changing, but has consisted of Toby Driver, Ron Varod, Mia Matsumiya, Keith Abrams, Tim Byrnes, David Bodie, Dan Means and Terran Olson.
The music of Kayo Dot can not be accurately described by the limiting contemporary genre nomenclatures. Their songs involve complex instrumentation (composed by singer and frontman Driver), generally without refrain. They are substantially longer than typical rock songs, often ranging from 8 to 15 minutes in length.
Kayo Dot's second album Dowsing Anemone with Copper Tongue was released in January of 2006.
On May 6 2008, they released their third full-length, Blue Lambency Downward, on Hydra Head Records.
Their fourth album, recorded in June 2009, named Coyote, was released on 20 April 2010 on Hydra Head Records. It was later brought out on vinyl by Taiga Records in November 2010.
Their first EP, Stained Glass, was released in January 2011 by Hydra Head, with very little fanfare. It was later issued on vinyl by Antithetic Records in August 2011, with a "de-mix" of the song on the second side.
Their second EP, Gamma Knife, was self-released digitally via http://kayodot.bandcamp.com in January 2012. Antithetic Records produced a vinyl release in June 2012.
Their fifth album, Hubardo, was released digitally on August 2013, with a vinyl release to follow.
Their sixth album, Coffins on Io, was released on October 15, 2014 through experimental metal label The Flenser. It is a concept album, and the first full-length album from Kayo Dot not to be self-released since 2010's Coyote.
Side projects include Tartar Lamb, Tartar Lamb II, and maudlin of the Well (to which Kayo Dot can be considered a spiritual successor, though the two projects now co-exist). Toby Driver's solo album In the L..L..Library Loft is also a Kayo Dot album in all but name, mainly being released under his name due to the record label's preference.
Abyss Hinge 2: The Shrinking Armature
Kayo Dot Lyrics
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My feeling (?)
In to (or entertain) (?)
----- my eye
Kayo Dot's song Abyss Hinge 2: The Shrinking Armature is a complex and enigmatic composition that confounds easy interpretation. However, the lyrics contain a very emotional and intense message that speaks to the human condition. The opening line "Meet me - I feel (?) terrified" evokes feelings of fear and anxiety, and it may refer to a confrontation between the singer and someone else. The following line "My feeling (?)" is somewhat ambiguous, and it could mean that the singer is unsure of their emotions or is experiencing a range of unpredictable feelings. The line "In to (or entertain) (?)" may suggest a desire to distract oneself from these emotions or to indulge in some form of escapism. Finally, the last line "----- my eye" is left unfinished and thus adds to the unsettling and eerie atmosphere of the song.
Overall, the lyrics of Abyss Hinge 2: The Shrinking Armature convey a sense of existential dread and uncertainty that is characteristic of Kayo Dot's music. The haunting melodies and unusual time signatures create a disorienting and immersive experience that challenges the listener to explore the darker corners of their psyche.
Line by Line Meaning
Meet me
Come face to face with me
I feel (?) terrified
I experience indescribable dread
My feeling (?)
The emotion within me
In to (or entertain) (?)
Engulfed by the unknown
----- my eye
Blurry vision and foggy perception
Contributed by Andrew H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.