1. An indie rock/pop-pun… Read Full Bio ↴At least 3 artists use the name of Lemuria.
1. An indie rock/pop-punk trio from Buffalo, NY.
2. A symphonic metal band from Belgium.
3. A soul, jazz, funk, latin band.
1. An indie rock/pop-punk trio from Buffalo, NY. Formed in 2004 the band have toured extensively over the last few years and have built up a strong following in the US and are slowly becoming more well known in the UK and Europe. Their influences include bands such as Jawbreaker, Superchunk, The Wipers and The Lemonheads. They have put out a self-released demo, a 7" EP, three splits with the bands Frame, Kind Of Like Spitting and The Ergs! and a 7" single all on the Buffalo based indie label Art of the Underground. They were also featured on the Crafty Records NY vs NJ compilation. Their latest releases are their first full length album Get Better released on Californian DIY label Asian Man Records and a compilation of early and out of print material called The First Collection (YoYo Records and later on Asian Man Records). Members are: Sheena Ozzella - Guitar/Vocals who used to sing in Team Chocolate and Splag, Alex Kerns - Drums/Vocals who has just started to record a solo side project (a 7" is expected to be released on Art of the Underground in the not too distant future) and Jason Draper who was brought in after original bassist Adam Vernick left the band shortly after recording the demo, Jason also plays in The Failure's Union.
2. A black metal influenced folk metal band from Antwerp, Belgium, formed in 2001. They released a demo called ‘The Vault of the Witness’ in 2002 and the album Tales, Ale and Fire in 2004. Lemuria broke up on Sunday, August 20th 2006, but then magically resurfaced in 2008. On November 11th 2010 Lemuria released a brand new concept album called 'Chanson the la Croisade'. Mixing heavy music with orchestral, bombastic scores and daring instrumental and symphonic parts and running for over an hour in total, the self-released album takes the listener on an epic journey trough medieval France, during the age of the crusades. The album was Recorded at Midas and Red Left Hand studios and mastered by Peter in de Betou (Dimmu Borgir, Septic Flesh), with cover art by the acclaimed Flemish artist Kris Verwimp.
3. A soul, jazz, funk, latin band put together by producer Kirk Thompson and released one self titled album in 1979 on the Heaven label.
Mechanical
Lemuria Lyrics
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Giving me pieces and parts
The cheapest parts, from the shittiest places
And there's no guarantee you'll make it home with me
I'm not like you, i get comfortable
I'm not like you, i get comfortable
Shutup! Shutup! Shutup!
Shutup! Shutup! Shutup!
Shutup! Shutup! Shutup!
I'm not like you, i get comfortable
I'm not like you, i get comfortable
Sometimes what you give, you return
For what you get
The lyrics to Lemuria's song "Mechanical" explores the themes of feeling incomplete and not living up to expectations, amidst a backdrop of an argument in progress. The songwriter seems to be fed up with something, as they are being given "pieces and parts", but they are the "cheapest parts, from the shittiest places". It can be interpreted that the songwriter has been given a rough deal in life, and they are frustrated with not being able to have nicer things or a better situation. The songwriter underscores this frustration by declaring that there is "no guarantee you'll make it home with me", suggesting a lack of security and uncertainty.
Throughout the song, the songwriter contrasts themselves with whomever they are arguing with, reiterating the refrain "I'm not like you, I get comfortable". This seems to be a statement of individuality, and the idea that the songwriter does not conform to societal expectations or norms. The lyrics become more urgent and frustrated towards the end, as the songwriter repeats the phrase "shutup!" multiple times. This could be interpreted in many ways - perhaps as a way of drowning out negativity that surrounds them or telling whomever they are arguing with to be quiet.
The final verse of the song brings the themes full circle, as the songwriter reflects on how what you give is often what you get in return. This could be interpreted as an acceptance of their situation, however rough it may be, and a way to find closure in the midst of their frustration.
Line by Line Meaning
Giving me pieces and parts
You're providing me with substandard materials and components
The cheapest parts, from the shittiest places
Your sourcing strategy for materials is terrible because you only go for the cheapest options, without looking at the quality
And there's no guarantee you'll make it home with me
There's always a risk involved when using your products, as there's no assurance of their reliability
I'm not like you, i get comfortable
Unlike you, I get comfortable with a certain level of quality and wouldn't compromise with the substandard
Shutup! Shutup! Shutup!
Stop talking, you're irritating me
Sometimes what you give, you return
In life, there are consequences for your choices and actions
For what you get
Your actions will affect the outcome you receive
Contributed by Cameron T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.