1) Mineral formed in 1994 and like other young bands, they toured constantly, virtually living in their van. The band's first release, the 7 inch "Gloria"/"Parking Lot" 7", was released on Audio Concept by Kerry McDonald from Christie Front Drive (the record was later re-released by Caulfield Records). Through a few rabid fans, that 7" found its way into the hands of crank! and Mineral later decided to release their records on the label.
Their first full length The Power of Failing, was recorded in 6 days in October 1995, followed by a split 7 inch with Jimmy Eat World and Sense Field shortly after when the three bands hit the road together. Since then, Mineral has released another 7 inch ("February"/"MD") on Caulfield and songs on various compilations.
Mineral released their second full length, EndSerenading in 1998 with Mark Trombino at Big Fish Studios in Encinitas, California.
Shortly after completing recording for "EndSerenading", the four members of Mineral decided to go their separate ways. Chris Simpson and Jeremy Gomez formed the Gloria Record. Gabriel Wiley and Scott McCarver were briefly in a band called Imbroco. Gabe is now in Pop Unknown. Scott was last spotted in Austin but as far as we know he doesn't have a steady rock gig these days.
The Gloria Record have split up and Chris Simpson is working on a solo project called Zookeeper.
2) Mineral is a rock band from Armenia with a career spanning over two decades. Their most recent release has been "The Donkey", which was released in 2007.
3) The name Mineral was also used by a band fronted by David Wildman in Boston in the 1980s.
4) A french / Irish band, with Craig Walker from the band ARCHIVE ... see more http://www.mineralofficial.com/
Forlvadell
Mineral Lyrics
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but look at how tiny me and matthew both were
and you so strong, and full of grace.
what stories these pictures can tell,
of days when we bathed brightly in the sun
with the medicine of laughter everywhere
ivadell, I held you in my thoughts that day
(and wished that they were arms)
what stories your paintings told boys
of hills too steep to climb, ascended
(and hearts that were not afraid to flap their wings and fly)
but you are safe now and effortlessly breathing
where new weather will fall on you
and all your fears, break
(like waves folding into themselves and disappearing into the sea)
The song "Forlvadell" by Mineral is a tribute to the singer's grandmother, Ivadell, who had passed away. The lyrics reminisce about the times when Ivadell was alive, and how she held the singer and his cousin, Matthew, in her arms when they were little. The singer describes Ivadell as being strong and full of grace, and he talks about the colorful memories of their times spent together bathing in the sun and laughing.
Later in the song, the singer reflects on the moment when Ivadell passed away, and how he held her in his thoughts. He mentions that her paintings told stories to the boys about hills that seemed too steep to climb, but with hearts that were not afraid to flap their wings and fly. He ends the song by acknowledging that Ivadell is now in a safe place where all her fears have disappeared, just like waves that fold into themselves and disappear into the sea.
The song is a beautiful tribute to Ivadell, and it shows how much she meant to the singer. It highlights the importance of the memories we create with our loved ones, and how those memories stay with us even after they are gone. The lyrics also reflect on the concept of life and death, and how we can find solace in the fact that our loved ones are now in a better place.
Line by Line Meaning
ivadell, you held us in your arms that day
On that particular day you, Ivadell, were holding us tightly as we were tiny and vulnerable.
but look at how tiny me and matthew both were
We were extremely small in size compared to you, Ivadell, who was holding us in your arms that day.
and you so strong, and full of grace.
You were a symbol of strength and elegance that day while holding us in your arms.
what stories these pictures can tell,
These pictures carry so many stories that are worth sharing and passing on.
of days when we bathed brightly in the sun
There were days when we enjoyed basking in the bright sunshine.
with the medicine of laughter everywhere
The infectious laughter around us acted as an effective remedy for any worries or health issues.
ivadell, I held you in my thoughts that day
On that day you, Ivadell, were in my thoughts, and I wished I could have held you tightly the way you held us.
(and wished that they were arms)
I wished my thoughts could have been as warm and comforting as arms wrapped around you.
when you were frail and passing from this place.
I remember how fragile you were when you were leaving this world.
what stories your paintings told boys
Your paintings were full of tales ready to be discovered by anyone, especially boys.
of hills too steep to climb, ascended
Your paintings told tales about conquering steep hills that seemed impossible to climb and yet were surmounted.
(and hearts that were not afraid to flap their wings and fly)
These stories also spoke of courage and resilience that was found in people who dared to soar high like birds.
but you are safe now and effortlessly breathing
You are now safe and sound, breathing with ease and comfort.
where new weather will fall on you
Where you are now, Ivadell, there will be new experiences and changes for you to embrace.
and all your fears, break
All your fears and worries will break and fade away, like waves that fold back into the sea.
Contributed by Jeremiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.