After a 6 year separation, 2004 saw the band reborn -- and finally releasing it's debut album, "Here and Now". More than a simple statement, the album is the exclamation behind the band's remarkable history. Produced by legendary electronics wizard Olaf Wollschlaeger (Melotron, In Strict Confidence, Seabound, Vorsprung dur Technik), the album contains their own singular brand of genre-straddling electropop.
Given the timespan, the press found itself often wondering how this band had escaped their radar for so long. Fans received a similar treat when Obscenity Trial was picked to be the opening act on And One's 2006 "Bodypop" tour. The album also appeared on numerous compilations, as well as making an appearance on the German "Gamestar" magazine DVD (with a circulation of over 300,000!). Their stunning cover of the White Stripes' "Seven Nation Army" was both a tremendous club single, and an example of how their sound stretches across traditional boundaries.
In 2007, the band returned to the studio, working with Olaf Wollschlaeger once again to create the "Daydream" EP. Released on Infacted Recordings / Soulfood, it contains 6 brand new O.T. tracks, as well as 4 club-stomping remixes. And Oliver's strong vocal sound continues to place them a cut above "cookie-cutter" Synthpop acts. If early indications are any gauge, the impact of Obscenity Trail looks less like a daydream, and more like a storm.
Here and Now
Obscenity Trial Lyrics
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Staring at the wall
Still hearing the sound
Of the machine inside
Free your imprisoned mind
Take a look around
And you will find
Stop dreaming
And wake up now
This is all that matters
Here and now
Stop dreaming
And wake up now
This is all that matters
Here and now
Do something good in life
That look in the eyes
Starting to shine bright
Right through the night
Why don't you live your dream?
What is stopping you?
Maybe it's the sound
Of the machine inside
Stop dreaming
And wake up now
This is all that matters
Here and now
Stop dreaming
And wake up now
This is all that matters
Here and now
Stop dreaming
And wake up now
This is all that matters
Here and now
Stop dreaming
And wake up now
This is all that matters
Here and now
The song "Here and Now" by Obscenity Trial captures the essence of the message that the band wants to convey to the listeners. The lyrics emphasize the importance of living in the present moment and not being trapped in the monotony of everyday life. The clock turning round and staring at the wall signify the unending circle of life, while the sound of the machine inside signifies the routine of life that people often get used to. The lines "Free your imprisoned mind, take a look around, and you will find that you are still alive," suggests that people should break free from the monotony of life to truly live in the moment and appreciate the world around them.
The lyrics urge listeners to stop dreaming and start doing something productive with their lives. The line "Do something good in life, that look in the eyes starting to shine bright right through the night," highlights the importance of having a purpose and fulfilling it to find happiness. The lyrics inspire listeners to pursue their dreams and not let anything stop them from achieving their goals. The phrase "This is all that matters, here and now," emphasizes the importance of living in the present and not dwelling on the past or worrying about the future.
Line by Line Meaning
The clock is turning round
Time keeps ticking away
Staring at the wall
Feeling stagnant and stuck
Still hearing the sound
The noise of everyday life persists
Of the machine inside
The routine and monotony of daily existence
Free your imprisoned mind
Break free from mental constraints
Take a look around
Observe your surroundings
And you will find
Discover something new
That you are still alive
Realize the value of living in the present
Stop dreaming
Cease to imagine an alternate reality
And wake up now
Become fully aware of the present moment
This is all that matters
The importance of the present moment
Here and now
In the present moment
Do something good in life
Make a positive impact on the world
That look in the eyes
The glimmer of hope in someone's gaze
Starting to shine bright
Gaining momentum and strength
Right through the night
Persisting through difficulties
Why don't you live your dream?
Pursue your aspirations
What is stopping you?
Identify and overcome obstacles
Maybe it's the sound
Perhaps it's the noise of daily life
Of the machine inside
The routine and monotony of daily existence
Stop dreaming
Cease to imagine an alternate reality
And wake up now
Become fully aware of the present moment
This is all that matters
The importance of the present moment
Here and now
In the present moment
Stop dreaming
Cease to imagine an alternate reality
And wake up now
Become fully aware of the present moment
This is all that matters
The importance of the present moment
Here and now
In the present moment
Stop dreaming
Cease to imagine an alternate reality
And wake up now
Become fully aware of the present moment
This is all that matters
The importance of the present moment
Here and now
In the present moment
Stop dreaming
Cease to imagine an alternate reality
And wake up now
Become fully aware of the present moment
This is all that matters
The importance of the present moment
Here and now
In the present moment
Contributed by Emma L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
elementindustrial
Great Video. I love when this song is played at clubs.
Archimode
Fantastic from CHILE. Saludos y felicitaciones por este gran trabajo... Gran canción.
Gustavo Hurtado
adoro ese tema esta de ptm