Kyte comprise Nick Moon (vocals), Tom Lowe (guitars and keyboards), Scott Hislop (drums and percussion). Their earlier musical output was often labelled shoegazing (or neo-shoegazing) and post rock but they have since moved into a more electro and pop influenced sound.Their debut single, "Planet", was released in 2007 on Sonic Cathedral Recordings, the b-side of which, "Boundaries", was used in a trailer for the television series The Sopranos in the United States. Their debut album was released in 2008 on Kids Records (UK) / Erased Tapes Records (EU) to generally positive reviews.In April 2009 they released their second full length release Science For The Living in Japan. The two disc Japan release featured tracks taken from their 2008 Two Sparks, Two Stars EP, with the remaining tracks being new material. The bonus disc included a remix from The Joy Formidable of the opening track on Disc 1 "Eyes Lose Their Fire".
The band have toured extensively throughout Europe and Asia as well as appearing at many festivals including the 10th Anniversary Summer Sonic Festival in Japan.
During April 2012 the band travelled to Seattle to work with producer John Goodmanson (Nada Surf, Blonde Redhead, Los Campesinos) at the Robert Lang Studios. The new album titled Love to be Lost is expected in the autumn of 2012.
The Smoke Saves Lives
Kyte Lyrics
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While, screams,
So kind, spite,
Now, outside here dries,
The smoke saves lifes,
This friend, takes sides,
While screams,
So kind, spite,
Signs, through light,
While screams,
So kind, spite,
Now, the blood runs cold,
No beat, alone,
Just marks, unknown,
Signs, through light,
While screams,
So kind, spite,
Signs, through light,
While screams,
So kind, spite.
The lyrics to Kyte's song, "The Smoke Saves Lives," leave a lot open to interpretation, but a few themes can be gathered. The song seems to be about feeling trapped or stuck in a negative cycle, or possibly experiencing a traumatic event. The first verse suggests being surrounded by conflicting emotions ("Signs, through light / While screams / So kind, spite"). The next verse seems to detail being stuck in a particular place ("Now, outside here dries") and finding some solace in the smoke of a fire ("The smoke saves lifes"). The final verse hints at a darker turn, with "blood runs cold / No beat, alone," and "marks, unknown."
The repetition of the lines "Signs, through light / While screams / So kind, spite" creates a sense of being stuck in a cycle or loop of negativity. The line "This friend, takes sides," adds another layer of complexity. Who is the friend and whose side are they taking? It's unclear, but it seems to suggest some sort of betrayal or abandonment.
Overall, the lyrics to "The Smoke Saves Lives" are intriguing and leave a lot open to interpretation. The themes of feeling trapped, seeking escape, and experiencing trauma or dark events are all present. The repetition of lines and vague imagery adds to the sense of being stuck in a cycle, unable to break free.
Line by Line Meaning
Signs, through light,
Visual signs illuminated by light,
While, screams,
Amidst screams of terror,
So kind, spite,
Despite the appearance of kindness,
Now, outside here dries,
The outdoor setting is desolate,
The smoke saves lifes,
The smoke provides salvation,
This friend, takes sides,
This friend is not impartial,
Now, the blood runs cold,
Now, the situation is chilling,
No beat, alone,
There is no sound but one's own,
Just marks, unknown,
There are only unrecognizable marks,
Signs, through light,
Visual signs illuminated by light,
While screams,
Amidst screams of terror,
So kind, spite,
Despite the appearance of kindness,
Signs, through light,
Visual signs illuminated by light,
While screams,
Amidst screams of terror,
So kind, spite,
Despite the appearance of kindness,
Contributed by Tyler G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Shadoxir
I came back after 4 years to listen to this again.
It saves lives.
Malik Faisal
And this comment was made 5 years ago
klappahunda
2018 already
Esteban Perez
7 años desde que no la escuchaba, que canción!
Júpiter.
Será que me la podés traducir? Sé muy poco de inglés y no alcanzo a comprender del todo. :(
Pelle Sand
I don't know if I like the old version or this one better... This sounds more indie, and they added verses.. The chorus sort of sounds better in the old one I think, both great though
juustte
wow... it's really nice. i like it. :)
skyisblue26
if nostalgia had a soundtrack
mankeymunkey
A small bedroom that can fit a DRUM KIT into it??? You should come here to ASIA, man.
Terry Barham
not like Hammock I meant to reply. Only in that they're both epic