McIlwain has performed throughout the US and abroad, including the SXSW, Mutek, DEMF, and Sonar festivals, and sets at London’s esteemed Fabric nightclub, Tokyo's Unit, and Berlin's Berghain and Watergate nightclubs. He has been involved in the scoring of various film and commercial projects: co-scoring (with David Wingo) the 2008 film "Snow Angels" (with Kate Beckinsale and Sam Rockwell), and "The Sitter" (Jonah Hill) and scoring the 2009 film "Linewatch" (with Cuba Gooding Jr. and Omari Hardwick). McIlwain teamed up with David Wingo again this year to score the film "Joe" (Nicolas Cage) . He just recently wrapped up tours in Europe and Japan in 2013, and is prepping a new EP to be released sometime in 2014.
Texan Jeff McIlwain produces ambient/experimental techno that harks back to the era of classic early-'90s British techno (itself inspired by American sources in Detroit). Highly melodic though usually highly abrasive as well, his self-titled debut album was released in 1999 on the Isophlux label. He maintained a steady release schedule through 2003, with a full-length released each year -- in addition to an assortment of singles and EPs. Also performing under the name Lusine, in 2004 McIlwain signed to Ghostly for a series of releases including that year's Serial Hodgepodge, 2007's Podgelism, 2009's A Certain Distance, and 2013's Waiting Room. ~ John Bush, Rovi
Two Dots
Lusine Lyrics
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joined by a line
might be detached
by a crime
who is responsible
when the line is stretched
who is responsible
how irresponsible
when the line is stretched
how irresponsible
when it becomes a triangle
In Lusine's song "Two Dots," we can interpret the lyrics as a reflection on relationships and the potential for them to change and become complicated over time. The image of two dots joined by a line represents a basic connection or bond between two people, but this simple relationship can become strained or broken through a "crime" - perhaps a betrayal or a breach of trust. The lyrics then question who is responsible for the change in the relationship when the line is stretched or becomes a triangle.
The triangle could represent a love triangle or a situation where a third person comes between the two original parties. The repetition of the phrase "how irresponsible" emphasizes the frustration and confusion that can arise when a relationship falls apart, especially when it seems like no one is taking responsibility for what went wrong. This could also suggest a sense of blame or guilt felt by both parties for the breakdown in communication or trust.
Overall, "Two Dots" offers a poignant exploration of the complexity and fragility of relationships. It encourages us to reflect on our own connections with others and consider how we might take responsibility for our actions and communication in order to maintain healthy and fulfilling relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
two dots
Two entities, denoted here by dots, exist simultaneously.
joined by a line
Connected by a relationship or bond, represented by the line.
might be detached
Have the potential to become separated or disconnected.
by a crime
Through the commission of an offense or wrongdoing.
who is responsible
Which party bears the culpability or accountability.
when the line is stretched
When the bond or relationship between the two entities is pulled taut or strained.
when it becomes a triangle
When the connection between the two entities becomes distorted or altered by the involvement of a third party.
how irresponsible
A condemnation of the lack of accountability or recklessness displayed.
when the line is stretched
When the bond or relationship between the two entities is pulled taut or strained.
when it becomes a triangle
When the connection between the two entities becomes distorted or altered by the involvement of a third party.
Contributed by Dylan Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lineseeking
two dots
joined by a line
they detach
by a crime
who is responsible
when the line is stretched
who is responsible
when it becomes a triangle
how irresponsible
when the line is stretched
how irresponsible
when it becomes a triangle
@danielrauch643
Lusine stands as one of the most underrated, under-appreciated IDM artists, still putting out good material
@naturalmystic108
100%
@chrissantos1877
@Sally Isabel Boyer It stands for Intelligent Dance Music, like Lorn, Telefon Tel Aviv, Forest Swords, among others.
@rm2000
Aaron Harrisomnlj
@mmobrowa
IDM is such a terrible term and is rejected by many of the artists that it attempts to categorize. Its also sorta implies that other dance music is somehow unintelligent which is pretty insulting.
@5p1d3rhawk
@@mmobrowa UDM Unusual Dance Music now to inform the masses
@Gyuresssz
Two things I don't know: 1. Why is this amazing music and also video so underrated? 2. Who is responsible when the line is stretsched?
@Bloodhoven
1. because commercial success depends on many factors and sadly "quality", "talent" and "passion" aren't the main factors...
@DigitalForerunners
How/who is responsible when it becomes a triangle?
@mytotallyawesomename
when she says "no ones responsible, when the light is stretched" its absolutely amazing, beautiful all the right sounds and... textures for lack of a better word.