In May of 2004, the future loo… Read Full Bio ↴From the Paulsonisaband.com web site:
In May of 2004, the future looked bright to the members of Paulson. Alex Burton (Bass), Logan Laflotte (Vocals), Jeff Widner (Drums), Mike Smeen (Synths) and Jesse Burton (Guitar) had just signed with respected indie Initial Records and were preparing to re-release their original demo as a makeshift debut LP, Variations.” Despite the low budgets and daunting obstacles, the group commited itself to touring full-time, quitting jobs and dropping out of college.
Fast forward 18 months. Poised to release their sophmore album, it's almost impossible to recognize the formerly fresh-faced group. Since last year they have endured the abrupt closing of their label (who neglected to provide even a single press release or advertisement in support of their debut), a protracted legal
dispute to recover their record and win release from their contract, the departure of long-time girlfriends who objected to their obessive touring schedule, and their eventual redemption in signing to Long Island-based One Day Savior Recordings (Boys Night Out, Juliana Theory, Hopesfall).
In the last year they have performed over 250 shows in 34 states and Canada, touring with the likes of Senses Fail (Vagrant), Midtown (Columbia), Moneen (Vagrant), Bear Vs. Shark (Equal Vision), Folly (Triple Crown), Far-less (Tooth & Nail), The Break (Ferret), Jenoah (Drive-Thru), Endicott (Equal Vision), and many others, despite having no booking agent or management. They have also appeared on major festivals like The Bamboozle, The Warped Tour, Worcester Skate Fest, Flipside Festival and done prominent one-offs with bands like Brand New, Something Corporate, Fall Out Boy, The Starting Line and many others. Selections from their debut can be heard on MTVʼs Real World, major radio stations like NYCʼs K-Rock, and on the upcoming “Taste Of Chaos” DVD.
Having never been in a proper studio, the band was thrilled to finally enter the legendary Camp Street facility in Cambridge, MA with producer Mike Poorman (Tsunami Bomb, Hot Rod Circuit). The result is a radical departure from their previous effort. Where “Variations” was disjointed and aggressive, their new album, entitled “All At Once,” is focused and subtle. Gone are the screamed vocals and power chords; instead the listener finds a wash of keyboards and computer sequences, tight, dancey drums and even a lap steel solo. Odd time signatures still abound, but compelling vocal harmonies and mature songwriting are the focus. The artwork, inspired by Japanese modern artist Takashi Murakami, is further evidence that this is a band who continues to stand apart from the pack.
Poised on the threshold of their albumʼs November 8th release, the band is optimistic that their most difficult days are behind them. Having finally made the record they were burning to make, and assured of their own unflinching work ethic in the face of any obstacle, the future for Paulson continues to shine brightly.
Some of the members brand new band Future of the Party with some of the Houston Calls members.
Convertible
Paulson Lyrics
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Some things went wrong but I ignored the signs.
And I recall the nights we wove the silver robes from the moon above.
And I still weave in my own way, but things have changed.
It's not the same.
I'm not blind and I can't lie to myself.
Cursed is this life you lead, immersed in amphetaminese.
Dreams gone awry and work is too hard so cut another line.
Well be my guest but you should know.
I'm not impressed with this cash you blow.
And I can't turn my head the other way, I just can't stay.
I'm too afraid.
Cursed is this life you lead, immersed in amphetamines.
And you swore that you were unchangeable, convertible.
The song "Convertible" by Paulson tells a story about a relationship that started off well but went downhill due to one person's addiction to amphetamines. The singer reminisces about the good times they had and how they used to weave silver robes from the moon above, but now things have changed and they can't ignore the signs of their partner's destructive behavior anymore. Despite still having their own artistic pursuits, they can't turn a blind eye to the reality of the situation and the fear it brings.
The line "cursed is this life you lead, immersed in amphetamines" shows the desperation and hopelessness that the partner's addiction has brought upon both of them. The singer recognizes that their partner is no longer the person they knew before and has become unrecognizable, even though they had pledged to be unchangeable.
The song highlights the struggles of addiction and how it can cause rifts in a relationship, driving people apart. It talks about the need to confront the problem even if it means leaving the relationship behind. The haunting music and the emotional lyrics make "Convertible" a powerful piece that resonates with many people who have gone through similar experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Things started fine.
The beginning of something was good and promising.
Some things went wrong but I ignored the signs.
Even though problems were arising, I chose to ignore them.
And I recall the nights we wove the silver robes from the moon above.
I remember the beautiful moments we shared and the things we created together.
And I still weave in my own way, but things have changed.
I continue to create in my unique style, but circumstances have shifted.
It's not the same.
Things are different now and what once worked, may not work anymore.
I'm not blind and I can't lie to myself.
I am aware of the truth and refuse to deceive myself about it.
Cursed is this life you lead, immersed in amphetamines.
The lifestyle you're living, heavily involved with drugs, is a harmful one.
And you swore that you were unchangeable, convertible.
You claimed that you would never change but the possibility of transformation is always present.
Dreams gone awry and work is too hard so cut another line.
Failure and difficulty have led to the use of drugs as an escape.
Well be my guest but you should know.
You have the freedom to make your own choices but it's important to understand the consequences.
I'm not impressed with this cash you blow.
I am not impressed with the money you're wasting on harmful activities.
And I can't turn my head the other way, I just can't stay.
I can't ignore the situation and I can no longer be a part of it.
I'm too afraid.
The uncertainty and potential danger are too much for me to handle.
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