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)
The Archer
Lower Definition Lyrics
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it's starting to rain, I'm washed away,
with seas of the splinters I'm called out to arms,
handle your weapons and see to the farm
the people watching as my shots burn the sky
he hides his fate behind his eyes,
a man speaks his mind with the pieces of clover,
and stuck in his side is a piece of my ember
stand still for the archer boy
and don't (?) him,
stand still for the archer boy
and I'm dying to get it free,
and now see to the alamo
with the arrows in my sleeves,
I'm picking my targets spread out on the trees
bring me you and a side of comfort,
it's starting to rain, I'm washed away,
with seas of the splinters I'm called out to arms,
handle your weapons and see to the farm
the people watching as my shots burn the sky
stand still for the archer boy
and don't (?) him,
stand still for the archer boy
and I'm dying to get it free,
and now see to the alamo
with the arrows in my sleeves,
I'm picking my targets spread out on the trees
The lyrics of Lower Definition's song The Archer are quite cryptic and can be interpreted in different ways. The song seems to have a narrative structure, with the artist talking about different events and situations, but it's not clear how they all connect.
The first verse talks about seeking comfort and being washed away by the rain, which could be a metaphor for feeling overwhelmed or defeated. The artist then talks about being called to arms to handle weapons and see to the farm, which suggests a military or violent context. The line "the people watching as my shots burn the sky" reinforces the idea of a battle or conflict, and the artist seems to be the archer in this scenario, picking targets and shooting arrows.
The second verse is more mysterious, with references to hidden fate, tied knots, and pieces of ember stuck in someone's side. The archer boy is again mentioned, and there's a sense of urgency to get something free. The line "see to the alamo" is interesting, as it could refer to the historic battle of the Alamo where a group of Texan defenders held off the Mexican army, or it could have a more metaphorical meaning.
Overall, The Archer seems to be a song about conflict, violence, and the search for something elusive. The archer boy could symbolize different things depending on the interpretation, but it's clear that the artist is seeking something and using their skills to achieve it.
Line by Line Meaning
bring me you and a side of comfort,
I need you and something to comfort me in this difficult time.
it's starting to rain, I'm washed away,
My troubles are pouring down like rain and I feel swept away by them.
with seas of the splinters I'm called out to arms,
Despite being hurt and broken, I am called to fight and defend myself.
handle your weapons and see to the farm
Take care of what is yours and be prepared to defend it.
the people watching as my shots burn the sky
Others are watching my actions, which seem powerful and intense.
he hides his fate behind his eyes,
There is something deep and hidden in this person's fate that is expressed in their eyes.
the prisoners coming a knot that I've tied,
I have control over what happens to these prisoners, and I have tied them up.
a man speaks his mind with the pieces of clover,
This man is expressing himself through a symbol of luck, which may be an indication that he is taking a risk.
and stuck in his side is a piece of my ember
The repercussions of my actions are evident and affecting others deeply.
stand still for the archer boy
Pay attention to me and my actions.
and don't (?) him,
Don't interfere with what I am trying to accomplish.
and I'm dying to get it free,
I am desperate for something to change or be resolved.
and now see to the alamo
Focus on what needs to be done, and be ready to fight and defend.
with the arrows in my sleeves,
I am armed and prepared to fight.
I'm picking my targets spread out on the trees
I am carefully choosing who or what I will attack, like picking targets on a tree.
Contributed by Jordan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Swagdadeeznuts
Grew up to this music living in SD being in high school in 2008, revisiting dis sheittt and it’s still nice 😎 my music taste obviously broadened being older but this music still hits me. #freelowerD
lit duh
Lower D still the GOAT
david entendu
I'm just gonna say that Jordan wrote great lyrics, I really like them, like no other. His vocals too, you can't just go about without giving him credit, he helped Lower D gain their style, especially when you compare it to anything beforw Jordan was in the band.
david entendu
I meant to say before Matt was in the band.
CGFAN420
Vince Melson This is Jordan. Both similar singing styles but I understand the confusion between the two.
Vince Melson
this is matt singing, right?
Ben NP
(Lyrics)
Bring me you and a side of comfort,
It's starting to rain, you'll wash away,
With seize of the splinters, a call out to arms,
Handle your weapon, and see to the farm,
The people watching as my shots burn the sky...
I understand, the order's mine,
The prisoner's coming, we left him outside,
A man speaks his mind with the pieces of clover
And stuck in his side is a piece of my ember,
Stand still for the archer boy!
But don't face him,
Stand still for the archer boy!
I'm dying to get him free,
And I'll see to the alamo, with the arrows in my sleeves,
I'm picking my targets, (they've) been out on trees,
Bring me you and a side of comfort,
It's starting to rain, we'll wash away,
With seize of the splinters, a call out to arms,
Handle your weapon, and see to the farm,
The people watching as my shots burn the sky...
Stand still for the archer boy!
But don't face him,
Stand still for the archer boy!
I'm dying to get him free,
And I'll see to the alamo, with the arrows in my sleeves,
I'm picking my targets, (they've) been out on the trees,
Oh... Oh... Oh, Whoa!
There is no escaping, the words that'll chase me, back to terrible thoughts,
There is no escaping, the words that'll chase me, back to terrible thoughts,
You can't escape it, he's already gone
Back to terrible, terrible thoughts.
Desert Cactus
love lower definition
ctrl
they beenmin my top 5 foreveerrrr exciting i have wht i thought was wverythibg thwyvreleased butt matt geise informed me i got alot almost everythibg officially released but theres some stuff i dont that they worked on and stuff. also grew upnin SD HELIx HIGH!
Zola
@LowerDeezNuts I just checked it up, thanks for telling me though, now I'm sure. ;] The other version of this song sounds even more raw than this. ;o