Michael Borja - Bass & Vocals
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Michael Borja - Bass & Vocals
Billy Moran - Guitars & Vocals
Stephen Norton - Drums & Vocals
LOUDEN SWAIN
By Nick DeRiso
Fronted by lead singer and actor Rob Benedict, Louden Swain also includes bassist Mike Borja, lead guitarist Billy Moran and drummer Stephen Norton. The band has just released its fourth full-length recording – Eskimo, on their own 3 Car Wreckords label.
This fizzy amalgam of sound ties together a wide array of influences. Benedict and Borja, who formed the band in the late 90s, shared a background of indie/college rock legends like R.E.M., the Pixies, Pavement and the Replacements. The addition of Moran completed the band’s sound, as he and Norton brought in early musical influences from the hard rock/metal world – notably Kiss and Gun ’n Roses. The quartet’s common ground, early on, could be found in classic rock icons like the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and the Who – and that provided additional spices in their melting pot of musical textures.
Louden Swain’s first album with Moran, 2009’s A Brand New Hurt, reflected the earliest flowerings of the band’s current sound, and began to rapidly expand its fanbase. In addition, Benedict’s connections to the acting world – he’s appeared on TV’s “Felicity,” “Alias” and “Supernatural” and films like “Waiting” have also attracted attention for the band. Recently they penned the tune “Help You” which was placed in the Jenna Fischer movie “A Little Help,” in which Benedict co-starred. A 2011 successful tour of Europe through England, Germany and Austria also brought Louden Swain to new audiences.
Louden Swain now aims to build on their already considerable momentum with the forthcoming Eskimo, which features 13 of their most polished songs to date. This time through they enlisted the help of several industry veterens--the album was mixed by Joe McGrath (Ryan Adams, Green Day, B.B. King), Mike Farrell (Morrissey, Macy Gray) guested on keyboards, and the finishing touches on the album were provided by the Grammy winning mastering of Gavin Lurssen.
For more information on Louden Swain, go to http://www.LoudenSwain.com.
All I Need
Louden Swain Lyrics
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She says she’s from Mexico and I respond “Wow, that’s far”
Somewhere there in between
Vodka-fueled breath in my ear
I lose hold of gravity keeping my legs put right here
But oh, Margarita, I’m taking it easy
‘Cause I’ve got a promise to keep
She’s all I need
The discussion ranges from movies to how drunk we got
Yeah we better keep talking for fear that there isn’t a lot
To say
But oh, Margarita, I’m taking it easy
‘Cause I’ve got a promise to keep
It’s depended on me, senorita
She’s all I need
And I believe
Inevitably, I get home and I crawl into bed
I whisper “I love you” and you won’t quite hear what I say
But oh, Margarita, I’m taking it easy
‘Cause I’ve got a promise to keep
It’s depended on me
(But oh, Margarita)
Depended on me
(And I’ve got a promise to keep)
And now I believe
(Depended on me)
And now I can see
(Now I believe, margarita)
(Finally, finally)
Now I believe, senorita
She’s all I need
And I believe
The lyrics of Louden Swain's song All I Need tell a story of a man who is at a bar and strikes up a conversation with a woman from Mexico, named Margarita. He feels a connection with her, but is reminded of a promise he made to someone else, a promise that is "depended on him." The lyrics suggest that he may be in a committed relationship with someone back home, and he is struggling to maintain that promise. He goes home alone and whispers "I love you," but wonders if his partner hears him or if he is just saying it to himself. In the end, he realizes that his partner is "all he needs" and he believes in his commitment to her.
The lyrics of this song are filled with melancholic themes of longing, temptation, and commitment. The singer is tempted by the charms of Margarita but is also aware that he has made a promise to someone else. The lyrics also suggest that he is struggling with the idea of fidelity and is questioning whether his partner is aware of his love for her. Overall, the lyrics explore the complexity of human emotions and relationships, highlighting the tension between desire and responsibility.
Line by Line Meaning
So I’m talking alone with a frosty-haired girl at the bar
I am having a conversation with a girl at the bar who has white hair.
She says she’s from Mexico and I respond “Wow, that’s far”
She told me she is from Mexico, and I said that it is a long way from here.
Somewhere there in between
At some point in our conversation.
Vodka-fueled breath in my ear
I can smell the alcohol in her breath as she talks to me.
I lose hold of gravity keeping my legs put right here
I feel like I'm losing my balance and can't move from where I am standing.
But oh, Margarita, I’m taking it easy
I am trying to stay calm and relaxed, Margarita.
‘Cause I’ve got a promise to keep
I have made a commitment that I need to keep.
It’s depended on me, senorita
Someone is relying on me, senorita.
She’s all I need
This person is all I need in my life.
The discussion ranges from movies to how drunk we got
Our conversation covers topics such as movies and how much we have been drinking.
Yeah we better keep talking for fear that there isn’t a lot
We need to keep talking because we may run out of things to say.
To say
To talk about.
And I believe
I have faith in something.
Inevitably, I get home and I crawl into bed
Eventually, I make my way home and lay down in my bed.
I whisper “I love you” and you won’t quite hear what I say
I quietly say 'I love you,' but you might not have heard me.
And now I believe
I now have faith.
Finally, finally
At long last.
Now I believe, senorita
Now I have faith, senorita.
She’s all I need
This person is all I need in my life.
And I believe
I have faith in something.
Contributed by Molly P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Vincent FX
I think he wrote this because he was at a party where he didn't belong and all he wanted to do was go home to his wife. I find this so cute and sweet. I just saw them live for a con and they were epic! <3 I love Louden Swain!
Riley
Louden Swain, in the three days since I've known their music, has probably risen to become one of my favourite bands x'D
Greg
I thought Louden Swain the movie character was a little cooler. In my opinion, some of the music is alright. I just like a little heavier.
Lily O'Brien
Me too
Chippy Winchester
Riley same
Rose Moriarty
KingRiles Same for me :'D
bruh
+KingRiles me to tbh
Xx1ncitExX
God brought me here :p
So glad I looked Rob up on youtube after hearing him sing Fare the well!! Louden swain just gives off pure energy, theres no way you can't be pumped after listening to them!
CKCosplay_
So True God Is BAE
Marissa Johnson
where exactly has this band been my whole life? I seriously think I just found my favourite band it's just a wonderful sound and helps me not feel so sad all the time :).