Paul has been releasing music online on two well-known netlabels for the past 3 years: Thinner, and Epsilonlab. While the earlier material released on thinner retains a mellower and smoother aesthetic, his more recent work on Epsilonlab personifies a funkier, more aggressive dancefloor-oriented style. between the two labels, both sides of his interpretations of house and techno have had a chance to grow and flourish. Check the music page for a comprehensive list of links to the releases.
In January of 2007, Paul released his first full-length lp on Epsilonlab entitled blunt etiquette. It is comprised of his new musical work created during the previous year and embodies his signature style of deep funkiness, with undertones of minimal and electro. The entire album can be downloaded via Beatport.com, and a continuous album mix by the artist can be found on the Epsilonlab release page.
In early 2005, a three-track vinyl EP was released under Pulsewith, a Barcelona-based label (now a thriving netlabel) to critical acclaim. While the tracks found on the release were mostly older material, written even before Paul's first thinner release, they nonetheless garnered great attention. the album is currently available worldwide through various online distributors, including juno.co.uk.
Mr. Keeley also writes music under the moniker 'Gyges'. this alias supports the more experimental, and oftentimes ambient side of his musical personality. He released the popular composite massive album on the Canadian netlabel panospria in 2002, consisting of four very long, very drone-oriented pieces which are sure to bring about mild bouts of vertigo and euphoria upon listening. Another notable release as Gyges was in 2005 on the Montreal-based archipel label/netlabel, entitled "thinly veiled as music" and consisting of smooth minimal techno, a couple of dark and wet ambient/atmospheric pieces, and a 1-hour hard/textural/techno live set recorded in august of 2005.
...By Paul himself
Mostly produces progressive house, deep house, tech house, minimal house, microhouse.
Up to this moment, he's released singles on the Anjuna / Baroque / EQ Grey / Epsilonlab / Morrison/ Thinner record labels.
A Sort Of Homecoming
Paul Keeley Lyrics
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Of a total breakdown while living in Norway
I felt the darkness of the black metal bands
But being such a fawn of a man
I didn′t burn down any old churches
Just slept way too much, just slept
My mind rejects the frequency, it's static craziness to me
Is it a solar fever?
You turn the dial, I′ll try and smile
We've eaten plastic weather, this family sticks together
We will escape from the south to the west side
My mind rejects the frequency, it's just verbosity to me
[Incomprehensible]
I spent the winter with my nose buried in a book
While trying to restructure my character
′Cause it had become vile to its creator
And through many dreadful nights
I lay praying to a saint that nobody has heard of
And waiting for some high times to come again
My mind rejects the frequency, it′s static craziness to me
Is it a solar fever?
The TV man is too loud, our plane is sleeping on a cloud
You turn the dial, I'll try and smile
We′ve eaten plastic weather, this family sticks together
We will escape from the south to the west side
My mind rejects the frequency, it's just verbosity to me
[Incomprehensible]
Dirty old shadow, stay away
Don′t play your games with me
I am older now, I see the way you operate
If you don't hurt me then you die
My mind rejects the frequency, it′s static craziness to me
Is it a solar fever?
The TV man is too loud, our plane is sleeping on a cloud
You turn the dial, I'll try and smile
We've eaten plastic weather, this family sticks together
We will escape from the south to the west side
My mind rejects the frequency, it′s just verbosity to me
[Incomprehensible]
In the song "A Sort of Homecoming," Paul Keeley describes his experiences during a cold and dark winter in Norway. He states that he was on the verge of a total breakdown, possibly due to the harsh weather conditions or the isolation he may have experienced while living there. He mentions the influence of black metal bands from Norway, known for their violent and controversial history. Despite his admiration for the genre, he did not succumb to the extreme behavior commonly associated with it. Instead, he spent most of his time sleeping and trying to restructure his character.
The lyrics describe his struggle with negative thinking and a distorted perception of reality, symbolized by the static on the TV and the plastic weather. He also mentions his rejection of the frequency, implying a refusal to conform to society's norms and expectations. In the final verse, he addresses his fears and declares his independence from the shadow, which may represent a negative influence or his own inner demons. He asserts that he is older and wiser now, and will not let the shadow control him.
Line by Line Meaning
I spent the winter on the verge
I endured a trying winter, nearly falling apart
Of a total breakdown while living in Norway
I struggled with mental health issues while residing in Norway
I felt the darkness of the black metal bands
I experienced the intense feelings conveyed in black metal music
But being such a fawn of a man
Despite my admiration for the music, I am not inclined to engage in extreme acts of rebellion
I didn't burn down any old churches
I did not participate in the violent acts that some black metal fans are infamous for
Just slept way too much, just slept
Instead, I coped by sleeping excessively
My mind rejects the frequency, it's static craziness to me
I find certain stimuli overwhelming and difficult to process
Is it a solar fever?
I question whether the cause of my discomfort is physical or psychological
The TV man is too loud, our plane is sleeping on a cloud
I find my surroundings disorienting, and struggle to find a sense of calm or stability
You turn the dial, I'll try and smile
I attempt to make the best of things by shifting my focus
We've eaten plastic weather, this family sticks together
My family and I have been through difficult times, but remain unified
We will escape from the south to the west side
We hope to find a better situation elsewhere
I spent the winter with my nose buried in a book
I coped with my struggles by reading extensively
While trying to restructure my character
I aimed to make positive changes in my life
'Cause it had become vile to its creator
I recognized that my previous behavior was harmful and needed to change
And through many dreadful nights
I suffered through difficult and challenging times
I lay praying to a saint that nobody has heard of
I sought comfort and guidance from an obscure figure
And waiting for some high times to come again
I hoped for better times in the future
Dirty old shadow, stay away
I seek to avoid negative influences in my life
Don't play your games with me
I am not interested in engaging with manipulative individuals
I am older now, I see the way you operate
Through experience, I have learned to recognize manipulative behavior
If you don't hurt me then you die
I assert my boundaries and will not tolerate harmful behavior
My mind rejects the frequency, it's just verbosity to me
I view certain messages as inconsequential or meaningless
Writer(s): Robert Doell
Contributed by Maria L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.