Lower Definition is a post-hardcore band from San Diego, California, United… Read Full Bio ↴Lower Definition is a post-hardcore band from San Diego, California, United States who started out in 2001/2002.

In the midst of a bustling San Diego music scene, Lower Definition had managed to stay on top of the pile playing for packed crowds at nearly every show. Having been invited to play with bands ranging from Angels & Airwaves to Atreyu and tours such as The Vans Warped Tour and The Taste of Chaos, they established themselves as a force to be reckoned with. The bands "debut" EP "Moths" successfully captures the balance between raw energy and aggression mixed with pure emotion and soaring melody rarely found in musicians their age.

"Lower D" as they are affectionately referred to by core fans are comprised of singer Matt Geise and guitarist Eddy Marshburn with Valentino Arteaga on drums and Stefan Toler on bass. The band has been turning heads across the country with their highly acclaimed live show even making an appearance at this years Saints & Sinners Festival in New Jersey.

Discography:
2003 - Upon Fallen Ashes (EP)
2003 - I Defy You Stars (EP)
2004 - Honey Bunches Of Loke (Single)
2004 - Coach Said It's OK... (EP)
2005 - Rough (EP)
2005 - Demo 2005 (Demo)
2006 - Fall 2006 (Demo)

2007 - Moths (EP)
2008 - The Greatest Of All Lost Arts (Album)
2011 - The Infinite Et Cetera (EP)

On 9th February, a new EP titled "The Infinite Et Cetera" was added to Lower Definition's bandcamp, the EP is the first release since leaving Ferret Records.

In 2020 the band got back together and are working on a new album to be released during 2022.

Current members:
Matt Geise - Vocals (2007–2011, 2020–present)
Eddy Marshburn - Lead guitar (2002–2011, 2020–present)
Mark Luciano - Rhythm guitar (2004-2008, 2020–present)
Stefan Toler - Bass guitar (2002–2009, 2020–present)
Valentino Arteaga - Drums (2002–2009, 2020–present)

Other members:
Jordan Wark - Vocals (2005-2007)
Esteban Baena - Vocals (2002-2004)
Willie Caldwell - Rhythm guitar (2009-2011)
Michael McCullough - Bass (2009-2011)
Kerry Carter - Bass, vocals (2002-2004)
Korey Severson - Drums (2009-2011)

Miami Nights
Lower Definition Lyrics

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Baby, won't you stay with me?
I know it's late.
I wanna set your body ablaze.
Let the angels sing their praises
while the burning sun rises, over the beach.

Lay your head upon my chest.
We're not safe at these heights.

But, it's alright when we're alive.
This drip burns like wax in the back of my dreams.
The lights that lead these streets flicker in and out.
While the creeps are all tied up by the fire.
It's alright.

Cause tonight we coast in on a wave.
Baby, we shouldn't have pushed it from the back of the ride,
on something more kind.
Let me fix you up.
Lady, we shouldn't rush this love to meet these deadlines,
on something more fine.
Let me fix you up, on more time.
It's alright.

In here, red drips from the walls.
In here, the walls have a pulse.

We are peeling this room apart.
Looking for a new star.
We're sending this ship to the edge.
With sails ahead, just like I said.
Baby won't you stay with me.
I know it's late I wanna set your body on fire.

The lights that lead these streets, the whites of your eyes.
Flicker in and out.
We're not safe at these heights.
And all the hands of all the angels couldn't help us now.

You make me feel alive.
Tonight.

I'll show you the lights.
You make me feel alright

Overall Meaning

The song “Miami Nights” by Lower Definition tells a story of two people enjoying each other's company as they navigate through the city at night. The lyrics suggest that despite the danger of being up high and the red drips from the walls in the room they are in, they feel alive and safe in each other’s embrace. The chorus shows the singer's desire to make everything perfect for his partner, suggesting that they should take their time instead of rushing things. Finally, both the singer and his partner feel alive and confident, and the lights of the city lead them in and out.

Throughout the song, the lyrics are filled with vivid imagery that makes the listener feel like they are there with the singer and his partner. References to the burning sun rising over the beach and the lights leading the streets add to the visuals of the city nightlife.

The song portrays a sense of euphoria that comes from being with someone special who makes you feel alive. The lyrics suggest that everything is worth it when this special person is around, and together, they can face anything. The chorus of the song emphasizes that the singer and his partner need to take their time and enjoy the moment, just being together.

Line by Line Meaning

Baby, won't you stay with me?
Asking the person to stay and spend time together

I know it's late.
Acknowledging the time

I wanna set your body ablaze.
Expressing their attraction and desire

Let the angels sing their praises while the burning sun rises, over the beach.
Enjoying the moment and the setting

Lay your head upon my chest.
Requesting physical intimacy

We're not safe at these heights.
Feeling vulnerable in their current state

But, it's alright when we're alive.
Finding comfort in being alive and in the moment

This drip burns like wax in the back of my dreams.
Describing a sensation or feeling

The lights that lead these streets flicker in and out.
Observing their surroundings

While the creeps are all tied up by the fire.
Making an observation on the situation

It's alright.
Reiterating that everything is fine

Cause tonight we coast in on a wave.
Enjoying the moment and the feeling

Baby, we shouldn't have pushed it from the back of the ride, on something more kind.
Acknowledging possible mistakes and suggesting a different approach

Let me fix you up.
Offering to help or improve the situation

Lady, we shouldn't rush this love to meet these deadlines, on something more fine.
Recommending a more patient and thoughtful approach to love

Let me fix you up, on more time.
Reiterating the offer of help or support

It's alright.
Reiterating that everything is fine

In here, red drips from the walls.
Describing their immediate environment

In here, the walls have a pulse.
Describing their immediate environment

We are peeling this room apart.
Describing their actions

Looking for a new star.
Expressing a desire or goal

We're sending this ship to the edge.
Metaphorically describing their actions or state of being

With sails ahead, just like I said.
Emphasizing their confidence or assertion

The lights that lead these streets, the whites of your eyes.
Observing their surroundings and the person they are with

Flicker in and out.
Describing the movement or behavior of their surroundings