1) a Canadian indie band t… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist named Moonface:
1) a Canadian indie band that began as a solo project of multi-instrumentalist Spencer Krug
2) a British DJ and music producer
1. Moonface is a Canadian indie band that began in 2010 as a solo project of multi-instrumentalist Spencer Krug (perhaps best known as the pianist and singer and a primary songwriter for indie bands Wolf Parade and Sunset Rubdown, but also having featured with Frog Eyes, Swan Lake, Fifths of Seven, and more). Albums include Organ Music Not Vibraphone Like I'd Hoped (2011), With Siinai: Heartbreaking Bravery (2012), Julia With Blue Jeans On (2013).
2. Phil Thompson AKA Moonface is a DJ and producer living, breathing the underground dance music scene for over 20 years now. Since being signed to John Digweed’s label Bedrock, Moonface became resident at the monthly Bedrock London and Brighton nights. Moonface has also been a regular at high profile events in the UK as well as major club nights and dance festivals covering most of the top spots around the globe, including gigs at JUNK club, Southampton; Ministry of Sound, London; Global Underground, Moscow plus regular events in Greece.
As a producer, Moonface has an impressive discography including releases on numerous compilation CDs such as the ‘Balance Series 006’ on EQ Recordings and the legendary Global Underground and Nubreed series, including ‘GU is 10’ a must-have compilation celebrating 10 years of the Global Underground sound. Bedrock released ‘Layered Sounds’ mixed by John Digweed and Phil Thompson and the now classic sounds of ‘Between Worlds’, a six track album of Moonface tracks, was also released on the same label and in 2001 was voted album of the month by several industry magazines.
Moonface remixed Colin Dale’s ‘Joy’ out on Endemic, plus his Moonface track ‘Know So’ along with more to follow. Back in 2008 saw Paulo Mojo’s remix of ‘You Get So Give’ feature on the compilation CD ‘Bedrock 10, Past, Present and Future’. Bedrock 11 featured yet another classic Moonface track ‘Futurized Fears’ remixed by Guy J released October 2009.
2009 saw Moonface looking for a new direction and this turned up in the form of DJ, producer and friend Tim Cook. After a number of years promoting and playing at their own club nights ‘Cartel’ alongside industry heavy weights such as Terry Francis, Omid 16b and Adultnapper, Phil and Tim then created the new project ‘Animalz’. As well as working in the studio together; they have a string of remixes. They perform together; back to back with a laptop each, a 2 deck Dj midi controller each, with use of loops and fx to keep things moving, two very distinctive styles coming together to make one relentless vibe.
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I'm Not the Phoenix Yet
Moonface Lyrics
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I was totally gone
And other than the birds nothing had been going on
I know you know that I want
To forgive and forget
But I know you know that I’m not the phoenix yet
I’m not the phoenix yet
And I heard that you...
I heard that you are not...
I heard that you are not holding your hand over the flame anymore
I know you know that I want
To forgive and forget
But I know you know that I’m not
The phoenix yet
I’m not the phoenix yet
Finally comes the moon
Finally comes the moon
I know you know that I want
To forgive and forget
But I know you know that I’m not
The phoenix yet
I’m not the phoenix yet
I know you know that I want
To forgive and forget
But I know you know that I’m not
The phoenix yet
Ah la la la la la la
The lyrics of Moonface's "I'm Not the Phoenix Yet" convey a sense of longing for renewal and growth, while acknowledging the struggles that come with it. The singer of the song is climbing up the stairs while feeling completely disconnected from the world around them, as if they are in their own head. The only notable presence is that of the birds, creating a sense of isolation and detachment.
The song mentions forgiveness and the desire to move on, but also recognizes that this process takes time and does not happen overnight. The singer sings, "I want to forgive and forget, but I'm not the phoenix yet." This line is a nod to the Greek myth of the Phoenix, a bird that is reborn from its ashes after its death. In other words, the singer acknowledges that they are not yet ready to be reborn and rise from the ashes of their past, but they are working towards it.
The final verse of the song brings in a sense of hope, as the moon finally appears. This can be interpreted as a symbol of new beginnings and growth, as the moon waxes and wanes in cycles. Overall, "I'm Not the Phoenix Yet" is a song about the struggle to let go of the past and move forward, but also acknowledging that growth and transformation take time.
Line by Line Meaning
I made my way up the stairs
I climbed the stairs to get to where I am now
I was totally gone
I was completely lost or confused
And other than the birds nothing had been going on
Nothing was happening around me, except for the sound of birds
I know you know that I want
I am aware that you are aware that I desire
To forgive and forget
To let go of past wrongs and move forward
But I know you know that I’m not the phoenix yet
I am aware that you know I am not yet reborn from the ashes like a phoenix
I heard that you...
I received information that you...
I heard that you are not...
I heard that you are not currently...
I heard that you are not holding your hand over the flame anymore
I heard that you are no longer risking danger or harm
Finally comes the moon
At last, the moon appears
I know you know that I want
I am aware that you are aware that I desire
To forgive and forget
To let go of past wrongs and move forward
But I know you know that I’m not the phoenix yet
I am aware that you know I am not yet reborn from the ashes like a phoenix
Ah la la la la la la
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@catesby1990
isto é bom, muito bom!
@deathrays
nice. i like this.
@ourantlers
I fucking love this song. God damn.
@tutuverg
buen tema.. me recuerda a peter murphy o ian curtis
@crookedtimber30
this is cool.
@DrCool
You should check out 50 cents In Da Club vid..It's so flipping literal, you'd just love it! I think he might even flip a girl in it??
@usedfuzzbox
LOVE the track, awesome... Vid? Hmm, still not sure tbh...
@MegaOctobot
I'd say "Faraway Lightning" was a better video. This certainly is a lot stranger which I didn't think possible. Imagery aside it's still a pretty great song.
@Suba932
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@ralphsorz
great video! but who actually works out with those clothes? it's just a music video I guess