The group came into being in 2003 when Bjarnson, who had already worked with Kaskade, met Williams and the three of them began recording as Late Night Alumni. In 2004, the Hed Kandi label made an offer to release a full-length Late Night Alumni album. “At that point,” Bjarnson says, “I knew the band was not ready. We were missing an element.” The missing element turned out to be John Hancock, a talented local producer with whom Bjarnson had been trying to “find an excuse” to work with for years. The band was complete and began mixing electronic and organic elements for a unique brand of chill that is easily distinguishable in today’s electronic music scene.
The band’s first single, “Empty Streets” received massive support in both the clubs and on the radio getting Top Ten Radio Play in the UK and US, and reaching #1 in Spain. “Empty Streets” has also been licensed to commercials including a spot for the Toyota IQ. Plus, more than a dozen of the world’s biggest dance compilations have licensed the track, and it remains the most popular and downloaded song on Tiesto’s In Search Of Sunrise compilation.
Late Night Alumni’s newest album Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, etc. was recorded in various studios between Park City, Utah and San Francisco, California. The first two singles “You Can Be The One” and “Finally Found” feature remixes by top producers including Sultan & Ned Shepard, Max Vangelli and DJ Eco. A video for the single “Finally Found” is due for release later this month.
Late Night Alumni’s Ryan Raddon (aka Kaskade) is also a world-renowned producer and DJ who has remixed such artists as Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, and Seal. Kaskade: “Contrary to what some bloggers might think, Late Night Alumni is not just me. But don’t get me wrong… this is my band. But it’s also Becky, John and Finn’s band. Becky’s voice is the reason we do what we do. Her style and character make Late Night Alumni possible.”
Finally, four years later, Late Night Alumni is releasing its sophomore album Of Birds, Bees, Butterflies, etc., which picks up where Empty Streets left off. Signed to Ultra Records, Late Night Alumni is poised to get its music out to a larger audience and to reconnect with those who have already fallen in love with their ethereal brand of music.
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Minutes
Late Night Alumni Lyrics
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Moments of peace and keep them close
In this light, little to hide
Here by my side, and so connected
Surreal ease, leisurely free
Hushed and serene, head to toe
Can't say why I'm suddenly shy
Is this real
Am I still here
Still killing time
Watching minutes die
Is this real
Am I still here
Still killing time
Watching minutes die
Am I still here
Is this real
Am I still here
Still killing time
Watching minutes die
Am I still here
Is this real
Am I still here
Still killing time
Watching minutes die
Am I still here
Is this real
Am I still here
Still killing time
Watching minutes die
Am I still here
The song "Minutes" by Late Night Alumni is a soothing, contemplative piece that reflects on moments of peace and connection with another person. The lyrics describe the singer's sense of being in the present moment, fully immersed in the light and peaceful atmosphere of the scene. The first verse speaks of taking note of the beauty of the moment and cherishing it, while the second verse delves deeper into the singer's own feelings, describing a sense of surreality and contentment. The chorus repeats the question "is this real?" multiple times, suggesting a sense of wonder and awe at the simple beauty of the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Love to take minutes like these
I enjoy capturing and holding onto moments of peace and stillness like these
Moments of peace and keep them close
These peaceful moments are cherished and saved close to my heart
In this light, little to hide
In this peaceful state, there is little need to conceal or hide anything
Here by my side, and so connected
These peaceful moments are made even more valuable by the presence of those close to me, creating a sense of connection
Surreal ease, leisurely free
The peaceful state feels almost unreal and effortless, providing a feeling of freedom
Hushed and serene, head to toe
The peacefulness is pervasive, enveloping my entire being in a tranquil serenity
Can't say why I'm suddenly shy
Despite the tranquility, there is a feeling of sudden shyness and reserve, hard to explain
Humble and mild, and so contented
Despite this shyness, I feel a sense of humility and contentment in this moment of peace
Is this real
Questioning the reality of the current moment of peace and tranquility
Am I still here
Uncertainty about whether this moment is actually happening or just a dream-like state
Still killing time
Despite the value of these peaceful moments, time is still passing by and they are fleeting
Watching minutes die
Awareness of the preciousness of time, and the feeling that these moments of peace are slowly slipping away
Am I still here
Continued questioning of the reality of this peaceful moment
Contributed by Allison G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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