Miles Away was formed in mid-2002 by Andre and Monty who had a bunch of songs they wanted to use for an old school hardcore band. They then drafted in Chris Unsworth, the drummer from Monty's other band Alleged and Perth stalwart/enigma Dion, formerly of Boredumb and From the Ruins to play the bass. Cavechest joined up on vocals in late 2002 to complete the puzzle. At this time the band was going under the name Burning Bridges, until they found a US band with the same name. With each of the members big fans of the mid to late 90’s positive old school hardcore comeback (i.e. Floorpunch, Ten Yard Fight, In My Eyes, Reach the Sky, Fastbreak etc.) the aim was to create a band that kids could stage dive and finger point to, whilst also fusing in elements of new school hardcore.
In December 2002 Miles Away went into Fleet studios to do a short demo. By this time Dion had left the band to start his new life in Melbourne,. So Monty ended up taking care of the bass on the demo. Then Andre decided to go to Northern California on a snowboard trip, so Miles Away went on a lengthy hiatus. Andre finally returned in early/mid-2003 and started jamming the old songs and some new ones. Eventually Miles Away had enough songs to play a show which happened in July at the notorious 208 house in Maylands, WA with fellow newcomers Burn For Me, The Collapse, Hailstones Kill 200 and Halo Of Knives. The show exceeded all band members expectations, and positive feedback was received. By this time Miles Away had acquired a full-time bassist in Steven Hopperton who played in PC Thug.
Miles Away finally released copies of their first demo at the WestSidePride show in 3 August... only 8 months late. With a good number of shows under the belt Miles Away went into record a new EP in September, which became the "Make It Count" EP. Sticking to that original band ideology from all those years ago, Miles Away would go on to become the biggest and most important hardcore band in the country. Being the first to make an impact overseas and putting Australian hardcore on the world map. Over the next 6 years they would tour Australia heavily, sign to Bridge Nine Records (U.S) and Resist Records (AUS), put out 2 solid full-lengths and a 7", ho through minor line-up changes and tour the world over multiple times. In 2012 they celebrated ten years of being a band with an Australian tour.
Miles Away recorded their 2010 album Endless Roads with producer Dean Baltulonis (Sick of It All, American Nightmare, No Warning, Modern Life is War) at The Wild Arctic Recording Studio in New York City. The album was released in August through Resist Records (Australia) and Anchors Aweigh Records (Europe). Before Endless Roads was released, Miles Away began recording an as yet untitled 7" which will include two new songs that did not appear on the new record, which they are self-releasing. Ash Pederick decided to leave the band and focus on his own project in Blkout. Colton Vaughan Jolliffe (formally of Perth hardcore act Something More) is currently filling in on bass while the band is on tour. It is unclear if he will become a permanent member of the band and did not take part in the recording of Endless Roads (It is believed that as per the demo, Monty recorded the Bass tracks for the new record). Miles Away will hit the road harder than ever in preparation for the release starting in June with a full Australian tour with fellow Perth friends and Resist Records label mates, Break Even, Melbourne's Hopeless and The Broderick as part of "The I'd Rather Be Giggin' Tour" to be followed by a European tour with Cruel Hand and The Carrier.
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Holding On
Miles Away Lyrics
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Your shallow ways just don't hold true
Just a pawn in your plan we'll keep pushing on
I'm sure you'll get there someday soon
Well I'm holding on take it for granted
I'm holding on I'm still here
Pretty clothes and a smile to match
You're going places fast
Sit back let's watch the charade
Look at you you're a fucking joke
Well I'm holding on take it for granted
I'm holding on I'm still here
Holding on to what I know is right
Holding on to what I know is true
The lyrics of "Holding On" by Miles Away seem to be directed towards someone who is not trustworthy, possibly a manipulative or shallow individual. The singer acknowledges being caught up in this person's plans, but expresses skepticism about the ultimate success of these endeavors. The song transforms into a critique of social climbing, with the focus shifting to a person who is going places quickly but only because of their presentation and image, not because of any true talent or substance. The final lines of the chorus express a sense of determination and conviction, with the singer holding on to what is right and true.
Overall, the lyrics evoke a sense of disillusionment and resignation, but also a sense of steadfastness in the face of corrupt or shallow influences. The song seems to be about staying true to oneself and resisting the allure of hollow success.
Line by Line Meaning
The way you look at me the way you talk to me
Your body language and spoken words create a false impression
Your shallow ways just don't hold true
Your superficial behavior is not genuine
Just a pawn in your plan we'll keep pushing on
We are insignificant pieces in your scheme but we will persevere
I'm sure you'll get there someday soon
Your ambition will likely propel you forward in the future
Well I'm holding on take it for granted
I am enduring despite the challenges, perhaps too unappreciated
I'm holding on I'm still here
I am persisting despite the obstacles and setbacks
Pretty clothes and a smile to match
Your attractive appearance and demeanor are masking deeper issues
You're going places fast
You are rapidly advancing in your pursuits
Climbing that ladder two steps at a time
You are making progress in your career or aspirations methodically and gradually
Sit back let's watch the charade
Let us observe the facade you are putting on without participating
Look at you you're a fucking joke
You are a ridiculous and laughable figure
Holding on to what I know is right
I am clinging to my values and principles I believe are correct
Holding on to what I know is true
I am grasping onto the realities and facts that are indisputable
Contributed by Stella C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics: Miles Away - Bring Me Back (ft. Claire Ridgely)
[Verse 1: Claire Ridgely]
I've always been afraid
My best years have passed
They say the good ol days
Well they never last
I've been running into you in my head
In-between, what could of been
Ya ya ya
Everybody seems to leave bittersweet memories
[Pre-chorus: Claire Ridgely]
Time does seem to fly
Then it's hard to find yeah
Used to dine and dash
Run and laugh
Skinny dip off a ship
Oh woah
Not a worry for a million miles
Driving off, be right back oh
[Chorus: Claire Ridgely]
Cause baby after all of this time
We'll meet again, with time to spend
Cause even after all of this time
Would you be mine
Cause I'd drop it all just to get you
[Drop: Claire Ridgely]
Bring me back to life
Bring me back to life
[Verse 2: Claire Ridgely]
I've always dreamed too big
for this little town
But now I can't remember how to slow it down
Time does seem to fly
Then it's hard to find yeah
[Bridge: Claire Ridgely]
I've grown tired of being stuck in a race
Office space, it's all fake
Everybody seems to cheat
Best believe, that's not me
[Pre-chorus: Claire Ridgely]
Want a midnight sky, rolling high
Take a trip on a whim, Oh
Not a worry for a million miles
Flying off be right back, Oh
[Chorus: Claire Ridgely]
Cause maybe after all of this time
we'd meet again, with time to spend
Cause even after all this time
Would you be mine
Cause I'd drop it all just to get you
[Drop: Claire Ridgely]
Bring me back to life
Bring me back to life
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