Griffith and bassist Jake Brown first met in the late 1990s, when the two musicians played in a couple of North Florida punk combos. Griffith eventually moved north to Boston, but they maintained their friendship via e-mail and late night phone calls. In 2001, Brown issued a disc of Griffith's demos, called The Purple Magnolia, through his "really, really, really indie" label, Computer Club Records. When Griffith returned to Florida the following year, it seemed obvious that the two friends should team up in a band. They enlisted guitarist/keyboardist Justin Etheridge and drummer Brandon Cook to fill out the line-up. Taking their moniker from a lyric by Fugazi precursor Rites of Spring, Moments In Grace was born. They quickly began playing live gigs, but most of their time was spent holed up at Griffith's rented rehearsal space - dubbed "the Factory" - writing songs and refining their sonic approach.
In June 02, Moments In Grace supported Liars Academy at a show near Birmingham, Alabama, and the two like-minded outfits became fast friends. Later that year, Liars Academy was recording tracks with renowned indie producer/engineer McTernan at his Salad Days Studio in scenic Beltsville, Maryland. During a break between sessions, McTernan overheard the band's guitarist listening to Moments in Grace's early demo CD.
"I was like, Holy shit, who is that?'" McTernan recalls. "Jeremy's voice was unbelievable. I just couldn't stop listening to it."
Impressed and moved by what he'd heard, McTernan reached out to the young band, with an eye towards signing them to his new Salad Days imprint. He flew down to St. Augustine, Florida to see them play live, and while he was intrigued with their provocative sound, it was clear Moments in Grace was still in its embryonic stage. It wasn't until drummer Tim Kirkpatrick (formerly of prominent hardcore outfit As Friends Rust) was drafted into the fold that the band began to truly gel into something special.
The four musicians knew they had found their fire after penning the yearning, anthemic "Stratus." "It really set the tone for what we wanted to do with the band," says Griffith. "Recording it was awesome as well. We rented a Hammond B3 organ, which is really cool to get to play. We also brought in a string section, which took the song to a whole other place."
On April 18th 2006, the band posted a blog on their Myspace page saying that they "had decided, after extensive touring and promotion for our album "Moonlight Survived", to take a rest from the band. Did we break up? Not officially, there's always a chance that Jeremy, Tim and I will write music together again (touring? no.). However, we're all very much wrapped up in our own separate lives at this point."
As of 2009: Tim is currently living in Hollywood, CA and recently played drums for an As Friends Rust reunion tour in Europe. Jeremy lives in Atlanta, GA and records all sorts of great bands. Jake lives in St. Augustine, FL and is currently playing bass for Frodus, and singing/playing guitar in The Eastern Wave.
The Patient
Moments In Grace Lyrics
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Medicating scientists concentrating on the pills you are taking,
We have proof that we will never be well,
You want to stand there and wait for your life,
An easier solution.
You're getting old and losing all you love,
And proving your will is gone,
You're loveless now.
The pain surrounds as the time runs out,
You're loveless now,
Block out the sound as time runs out.
The song 'The Patient' by Moments in Grace is a poignant reflection on the often-ignored reality of illness and the desperation for a cure. The lyrics reflect the futile search for a cure for a condition that is not curable. The line "An easier resolution medicine/Medicating scientists concentrating on the pills you are taking" is a commentary on the pharmaceutical industry that promises cures for diseases but often creates unnecessary side effects. The line "We have proof that we will never be well" is a reflection on the harsh reality of people with incurable illnesses that will never find a cure.
The second verse of the song deals with the emotional toll of the illness. The line "You're getting old and losing all you love" is a reflection on the loneliness that comes with being ill. The line "And proving your will is gone" showcases that often, it’s not just physical pain, but the emotional impact of the condition as well. The line "you're loveless now" reflects the sense of detachment that often comes with being sick.
In conclusion, 'The Patient' by Moments in Grace is a powerful song that reflects the impact of illness on our lives. It forces us to confront the reality of diseases that have no cure and reminds us of the importance of empathy and compassion towards those who are suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
An easier resolution medicine,
Medicine is seen as a quick fix solution to the problem at hand.
Medicating scientists concentrating on the pills you are taking,
Scientists focus only on creating the drugs, without fully considering their effects on the patient's mental state.
We have proof that we will never be well,
Despite advances in medicine, there is still no cure for some ailments and diseases.
You want to stand there and wait for your life,
Some people are content with living their lives as is, without seeking further improvements or change.
An easier solution.
There may be an easier solution to one's problems, but it may not be the best or most effective solution.
You're getting old and losing all you love,
As people age, they may lose the people and things they hold dear to them.
And proving your will is gone,
The loss of loved ones can sometimes contribute to feelings of hopelessness and despair.
You're moving on,
Despite the pain, life goes on and one must continue living.
You're loveless now.
The loss of loved ones can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation.
The pain surrounds as the time runs out,
As time passes, the pain of loss can become all-encompassing.
You're loveless now,
The pain of loss can leave one feeling devoid of love or any positive emotion.
Block out the sound as time runs out.
As time continues to pass, one may want to block out the pain and noise of life's struggles.
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