For The Blink of An Ideal World, LC worked with acclaimed producer Anthony J. Resta (Collective Soul, Megadeth, Duran Duran) and Baltimore’s favorite Steve Wright. LC’s emotive intensity is undeniable on these 8 songs (plus a bonus track), which go deeper into the psyche of the band and their sound than ever before. The band says they were more concerned with ‘exploring emotions and sound’ than with looking for that elusive ‘magic airplay formula’. Yet, LC’s signature dynamic, colossal rock sound is highlighted by evocative, relatable lyrics and hooky melodies. Much inspiration for this recording came while the band was in Greenland performing for the US troops last year. In the sub-zero Arctic that was dark 24 hours a day, LC was affected not only by the land’s beauty but by the men and women they met who serve our country. They imagine what an ideal world is like, even for the blink of an eye.
In the Mid-Atlantic, LC’s songs and pure rock live performance have contributed to their reputation as one of the region’s most popular bands. Any fan will fervently tell you that you must experience LC live to get the full impact of their music. The electrically charged crowd is an integral part of the show, participating throughout and responding enthusiastically to charismatic, evocative front-man Dave Tieff, the tasteful guitar signatures of Corey Hall on guitar, and the pounding, fierce rhythm of Will Dorsey Jr. on drums and Dan Welsh on bass.
Their trip to make playing music their lives has brought many highlights, including playing events such as the legendary WHFStival, DC101 Chili Cookoff, Raven Stadium, and the Warped Tour. LC has performed with bands including Good Charlotte, Rage Against The Machine, LIVE, Eve 6, etc. They have received airplay on over 41 stations, and been featured in publications including Time, Entertainment Weekly, and more.
On November 11, 2004, Laughing Colors announced their decision "to take a permanent vacation." According to their press release, they felt that the band had run its course over the previous 13 years, and they wanted to go out on their own terms. According to subsequent statements by the band, they were also frustrated with the increasing difficulty of booking shows at mid-Atlantic nightclubs. Their press release stated, "We also know that some people will ask 'will you ever play together again?' We will never say never, just goodbye for now."
Laughing Colors "final" concert was at the Recher Theatre in Towson, Maryland in March 2005. The final show was recorded and preserved on a live DVD and CD. To promote the release of this two-disc set, Keep the Shining Ones, Laughing Colors reunited for two concerts in November and December 2005. Frontman Dave Tieff has publicly indicated their desire to perform annual reunion shows for their fans.
Mushroom
Laughing Colors Lyrics
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For almost everything he'd done
Cuz I know it must be hard, to make it
Green in my backyard
Saw a mushroom on a hill, standing proud
And standing still, he told me I would never
Be alone
You'll have your day in the sun
You can run to the end of the world
I knelt down to pray, I asked for redemption today
But no one was listening
How many times round the sun must we go til we've
Begun to believe in an hour or two
Should ask for a ride, can't run, might as well fly
There's a reason I drown in a pool of myself
Everybody needs a piece of the time and if they can't have their own
They can't have mine, tell me where's your serenity
Yesterday they dropped the bomb, and I saw the mushroom come
And we laughed, and then we prayed, underneath the acid rain
And the cars stopped on the freeway, and the sun just disappeared
And my mother's face was frozen in a smile
The lyrics of Laughing Colors' song "Mushroom" have a unique meaning to it. The song starts with the singer thanking the sun for everything he has done to make his backyard green. In the next stanza, the singer sees a mushroom standing still on the hill and tells him that he will never be alone. The song’s chorus asks the child to turn away from time and run to the end of the world, and he will have his day in the sun.
In the following stanzas, the singer kneels down and prays for redemption, but no one seems to be listening. They ask how many times people need to go around the sun to start believing in an hour or two. The next line contains a metaphor: the singer is drowning in a pool of themselves. This means that the character feels like they are suffocating in their feelings and emotions. Everybody needs a piece of the time, and if they can't have their own, they take it from others. The song ends with a story of how the singer laughs and prays with their family under the acid rain that appears after the bomb dropped.
The song may seem cryptic and unclear, but it has a clear message about how we should live our lives. It tells the listener not to get caught up in time or to hold onto material possessions because none of it really matters. The mushroom's message is that people are not alone, which is a comfort for many people. Lastly, the song has imagery of the bomb's impact, reminding the listener that life is short, and they should live their lives to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Yesterday I thanked the sun
The singer expresses gratitude for the sun and everything it has done.
For almost everything he'd done
The singer acknowledges that the sun has done a lot for them.
Cuz I know it must be hard, to make it
Green in my backyard
The singer recognizes that the sun's work is not easy, especially in making things grow.
Saw a mushroom on a hill, standing proud
And standing still, he told me I would never
Be alone
The artist sees a mushroom and finds comfort in its stillness and message that they will never be alone.
Turn away from time my child
You'll have your day in the sun
You can run to the end of the world
There is hope for the artist's future and they can keep moving forward despite the difficulties of life.
I knelt down to pray, I asked for redemption today
But no one was listening
The singer feels unheard and ignored despite their attempts to seek redemption.
How many times round the sun must we go til we've
Begun to believe in an hour or two
The singer questions how long it takes for people to start believing in themselves.
Should ask for a ride, can't run, might as well fly
The artist expresses a willingness to take risks and try new things to break free from stagnant situations.
There's a reason I drown in a pool of myself
Everybody needs a piece of the time and if they can't have their own
They can't have mine, tell me where's your serenity
The artist feels overwhelmed by the demands of others and seeks their own peace and sense of self.
Yesterday they dropped the bomb, and I saw the mushroom come
And we laughed, and then we prayed, underneath the acid rain
And the cars stopped on the freeway, and the sun just disappeared
And my mother's face was frozen in a smile
The artist describes a traumatic event where they find solace in laughter and prayer despite the chaos and devastation around them.
Contributed by Nora J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@groovestochaos8138
This album means so much to me. Thanks for kicking up some incredible memories... RIP, my friend.
@lostaudio8120
Glad i could be of some help man, hopefully i run into more albums by them soon
@snakesnoteyes
I’ve been trying to find stuff from this band after I was robbed. My best friend introduced me to them and their music saved my life. It’s heartbreaking that I can only find bits and pieces from them.