See Also : King King (feat Alan Nimo)
This band certainly knows how to make an entrance. Fronted by charismatic bluesman Alan Nimmo, their exhilarating debut at last year’s Monaghan Blues Festival created such a stir that it prompted organizer Somhairle MacConghail to state: “King King aren’t just playing the festival. Word is that King King ARE the festival”. With a reception like this there’s little surprise that the phone has been ringing off the hook ever since, and after a frenetic winter tour the lads are currently gearing up for a hectic summer of gigs and festival appearances.
With outstanding reviews and a diary fit to burst, you’d be forgiven for thinking that King King had enough to keep them occupied for a moment or two. You’d be wrong. Apparently imbued with sufficient energy to power a small town, the band has also found time to get into the studio, the result being their debut EP ‘Broken Heal’. Produced alongside the team behind the Arctic Monkeys, Kaiser Chiefs and the Editors (to name but a few), the EP instantly received a gleaming review from Blues Matters Magazine, including remarks on it’s “emotive lyrics”, “heartwrenching guitar solos” and “stirring guitar work”. The band had barely left the studio when they began to receive airplay on radio stations in the UK, Holland, Belgium, Denmark, India, Canada and the USA. Meanwhile, organizers of the renowned Blues On The Farm festival laid their hands on a copy and were so impressed that they made room for King King - despite having already filled the bill for this year’s event.
Thundering on, the summer will see King King descending on the celebrated Maryport Blues Festival, where they will follow Jethro Tull onto the main stage at an event which will attract some 22,000 blues aficionados. Then it’s off to headline at the Shetland Blues Festival, squeezing in some European appearances (including another headline slot at the Hookrock Festival) along the way.
Pretty impressive stuff for a band less than a year old. So what’s at the root of all this commotion? Well, aside from seemingly boundless impetus, the band is certainly not lacking in pedigree.
Leading the charge is the aforementioned Alan, a frontman famed almost as much for his contagious energy as his dazzling guitar work. Widely known across the UK and Europe for his pivotal role with the award-winning Nimmo Brothers, Alan’s full-blooded style, technical brilliance and impassioned vocals combine to hit all the right buttons and reach spots that many others can only aspire to.
Bringing up the rear we have Lindsay Coulson. Don’t be fooled by the wry smile – beneath his unruffled exterior lurks a powerhouse of punchy, fat bass who’s musical career has seen him take to the stage with such well regarded blues acts as Aynsley Lister. He has also been a regular in the Nimmo Brother’s lineup, and this history with Alan has resulted in a dynamic musical chemistry which is evident in both songwriting and performance.
New to the King King fold is Bennett Holland on keyboard. An excitable advocate of funky low-down blues, Bennett has worked with a plethora of names including Groove Armada and the critically adored Richard Hawley. A compelling and highly skilled player, rumour has it that there are no arms beneath Bennett’s sleeves – only more fingers.
Running with the King King ethos that more is always more when it comes to talent, this summer’s audiences will also be treated to a special guest in the form of Craig Blundell, recently described by Drummer magazine as “one of the UK's most versatile and staggeringly talented players”. A hugely gifted and resourceful musician, Craig is also clearly a dynamo at juggling – aside from live performances, the last year has seen him in constant demand for worldwide drumming clinics, recording sessions, instructional books and even a documentary.
With this lineup of top-shelf musicians, King King could only draw their inspiration from the best in the business, ranging from legendary greats such as BB King and Albert Collins to the shining lights of contemporary blues like Joe Bonamassa and John Mayer. Drawing on their combined talent whilst cherry-picking the hottest influences, the band has pushed boundaries to craft a fresh, powerful new angle on blues rock which is as infectious as it is accomplished.
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by your side
King King Lyrics
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Its not the time to give up
Stay strong through your fight
It's not the time to fall down
Everything will be alright
It's your past that scares you
And your future seems unclear
It's all you ever needed
I'll be by your side
In me you can hide
When the world has got you down
Just look ahead
And I will guide your steps
And get you through the dark
Oh just know, just know that where you go
Someone will be there
I know that you've been hurt
Oh so many times
And it seems that what you want
Is nowhere to be found
Why not look at me
I can give you what you need
All I ask of you
Is put your faith in me
I'll be by your side
In me you can hide
When the world has got you down
Just look ahead
And I will guide your steps
And get you through the dark
Oh just know, just know that where you go
Someone will be there
Ill be there for you
Yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
You know the world has got you down
No ones around
Said ill be by your side
in me you can hide
When the world has got you down
Just look ahead
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
And I will guide your steps
And get you through the dark
Oh just know, just know that where you go
Someone will be there
Ill be there for you
Oooo
Ill be by your side
The lyrics to "By Your Side" by King King convey a message of support and reassurance to someone who is going through a difficult time. It encourages the listener not to give up and to stay strong in their fight, assuring them that everything will be alright. The song acknowledges the fear of the past and the uncertainty of the future that may plague the individual, but promises that the support they need will always be there, even when it seems to disappear.
The song emphasizes the singer's commitment to being there for the person in need. It offers a safe haven where the listener can find solace and hide, and promises to guide them through the darkness. The lyrics emphasize the importance of having someone by your side, someone who will be there to support and guide you no matter where life takes you. It encourages the listener to put their faith in the singer and to trust that they will be there to provide the love and support needed.
Overall, "By Your Side" is an uplifting and comforting song that reminds the listener that they are not alone in their struggles and that there will always be someone by their side to support them.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah Ooo Oh
Expressing enthusiasm and encouragement for the upcoming message
Its not the time to give up
This is not the moment to surrender or quit trying
Stay strong through your fight
Remain resilient and steadfast during your struggle
It's not the time to fall down
This is not the moment to succumb to defeat or despair
Everything will be alright
Assurance that all will be well in the end
It's your past that scares you
Your history is what frightens and worries you
And your future seems unclear
The path ahead appears uncertain and ambiguous
It's all you ever needed
It is the only thing you have always longed for
It seems to disappear
Yet, it appears to vanish or elude you
I'll be by your side
I will be there to support and accompany you
In me you can hide
You can find solace and refuge within me
When the world has got you down
During times when the world brings you down or overwhelms you
Just look ahead
Simply focus on what lies ahead
And I will guide your steps
I will lead you and help you navigate
And get you through the dark
I will assist you in overcoming difficult and challenging moments
Oh just know, just know that where you go
Understand and believe that wherever you go
Someone will be there
There will always be someone to support and care for you
I know that you've been hurt
I am aware of the pain you have endured
Oh so many times
Numerous instances and occasions
And it seems that what you want
It appears that what you desire
Is nowhere to be found
Cannot be located or attained
Why not look at me
Why not consider me as a possibility
I can give you what you need
I am capable of providing you with what you truly require
All I ask of you
My only request to you
Is put your faith in me
Is to trust and believe in me
You know the world has got you down
You are aware that the world has brought you down
No ones around
There is no one nearby or available
Said ill be by your side
I assure you that I will be there for you
in me you can hide
You can seek shelter and find comfort in me
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An expression of agreement, support, and reassurance
I will guide your steps
I will direct and lead your path
And get you through the dark
I will assist you in overcoming hardships and challenges
Oh just know, just know that where you go
Always remember and understand that wherever you may go
Someone will be there
There will be someone there to support and stand by you
Ill be there for you
I will be present and available for you
Oooo
An expression of empathy and compassion
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: King Wells-Ramirez
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