In 2005 they released their debut album, Hold Your Colour. Critically, the album was well-received in both the United Kingdom and Australia. In addition, it was one of the biggest selling Drum and Bass releases of all time. Pendulum have also collaborated with Freestylers, releasing the single "Fasten Your Seatbelt". MC $pyda and DJ Tenor Fly also feature as vocalists on "Tarantula".
Pendulum's sound is typically heavy beats accompanied by low, buzzing bass lines, overlaid with synthesized leads. As of their second album, In Silico, further experiments with sound are evident with many more elements from rock and typical electronic music being incorporated into their music. "In Silico" is Pendulum's first album for Warner Bros. Records via the bands Ear Storm imprint.
Their track "Vault" was played by almost every DJ and was declared by annual Knowledge Drum’n’bass Awards as The Best Track of the Year. They have also created many remixes, including a remix of Voodoo People by The Prodigy.
The band's third album "Immersion" was released on 24th May 2010, entering the UK album charts at #1 at the end of that week.
In 2011, members Swire and McGrillen started their side project, Knife Party, as a way to create different kinds of electronic music. It has since become their primary focus, however they have not ruled out the possibility of new Pendulum material in the future.
Their official website can be found at www.pendulum.com.
2. A Black Metal band from France. Their debut album Les Fragments du Chaos was released in 2012 by Hass Weg Productions.
3. A group from Melbourne who were distributed by Viscous Vinyl and MDS, both labels also based in Melbourne. They released one album called "3 Knocks" which featured the track "Coma" for which an ARIA Music Award was won for "Best Dance Release" in 1997.
4. There is also a Trip-hop group from the UK going by the name who released an album titled "Creature Feature" in 1997 on Cup Of Tea Records.
5. Pendulum was a Belgian band, founded by Serge Demol. Their debut single was called "It's a Beautiful Day". It was released in 1970 and became a hit. Two more singles were released in 1971 and 1974, but weren't successful.
6. Justin Wolthers, from Australia. One of the legendary Bloody Fist Records early members producing hardcore-techno and doomcore. Also goes under the alias De-Koder.
7. Pendulum was progressive rock from Indonesia. The first album release in 2003, Hypnotize, by taking the listener from chunky guitar solos onto light riffs and inspirational lyrics. With only one song featuring vocals (Ulah Manusia feat. Ipang), these four former music students build on a chemistry developed over years at school and playing in various bands based in Jakarta. Their speed and precision stand out on each track without robbing the music of its soul.
There are:
Michael (Drums) Influences Led Zeppelin, Terry Bozio, Casiopea
Turi (Guitar) Influences Rush, Journey, Van Halen, Racer X, Earl Klugh, Enya
Rifki (Guitar) Influences Dokken, Paul Gilbert, Night Ranger, Dream Theatre
Adit (Bass) Influences Jaco Pastorius, Level 42, Magellan
Their album can reach at:
http://www.equinoxdmd.com/pendulum/default.htm
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Pendulum Lyrics
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You were so held up by your thoughts
Along the way we got divided
And I'm left showing you the door
You couldn't look me in the eyes
So I'll dim the lights
When you take me out on your side
We're standing out of sight
I'm on your side
It took so long for me to speak up
It was the hardest thing to say
Taken right up to the entrance
At the last minute turned away
Just can't look you in the eyes
So let's dim the lights
Get a case out
Pack up your pride
It's over, we're out of time
Delete me
I'm on your side
For everything that could have been
At least we took the ride
There's no relief in bitterness
Might as well let it die
The lyrics of Pendulum's song "Encoder" appear to describe a couple going through a painful breakup. The first verse suggests that one of them is struggling to leave, perhaps because they are too attached to their thoughts and feelings surrounding the relationship. The other person, who is more ready to move on, feels like they are being held back by their ex-partner's reluctance to let go. Despite this, the second person wants to offer reassurance, even though they are hurt by what has happened. The chorus emphasizes this idea of solidarity, with the second person saying "Believe me, I'm on your side."
The second verse seems to suggest that the first person may have been the one to break up with the second person, or that they both came to a mutual decision but the first person is struggling with the reality of it. The image of being taken up to the entrance but turned away suggests that they were on the brink of something new and exciting, but couldn't bring themselves to follow through. Again, the second person is understanding and supportive, offering to help them pack their things and move on. The last line of the song, "Might as well let it die," suggests that they both realize that there is no point in holding onto bitterness or regret, and that the best thing they can do is put the past behind them and move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
You couldn't even show yourself out
You were so emotionally overwhelmed that you couldn't even bring yourself to leave on your own
You were so held up by your thoughts
You were too consumed by your own thoughts and feelings to properly interact with others
Along the way we got divided
As time went on, we grew apart from each other
And I'm left showing you the door
I am now in the position of having to ask you to leave
You couldn't look me in the eyes
You were too upset or ashamed to make eye contact with me
So I'll dim the lights
To alleviate some of the emotional tension, I will lower the lighting in the room
When you take me out on your side
When you show me your perspective or point of view
We're standing out of sight
We are keeping ourselves hidden and not expressing our true emotions to each other
Believe me
Trust that I am sincere in my intentions
It took so long for me to speak up
I have been bottling up my feelings for a long time
It was the hardest thing to say
Expressing my feelings to you was extremely difficult
Taken right up to the entrance
We were on the brink of something significant
At the last minute turned away
Something prevented us from pursuing that significant thing
So let's dim the lights
To avoid fully confronting the reality of the situation, let's create a subdued atmosphere
Get a case out
Prepare to leave this place or this phase of life behind
Pack up your pride
Let go of your ego and any negative emotions you may be holding on to
It's over, we're out of time
Our time together has come to an end and there is no going back
Delete me
Remove me from your memory, erase me from your life
I'm on your side
Despite the challenges we faced in our relationship, know that I support you and wish the best for you
For everything that could have been
There were many missed opportunities and possibilities that we both regret
At least we took the ride
Despite the regrets, we can still appreciate the experiences we shared together
There's no relief in bitterness
Holding on to negative emotions and resentment will not bring us any sense of peace or satisfaction
Might as well let it die
Instead of holding on to the past and prolonging the pain, it would be better to let our relationship come to a natural end
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Written by: ROBERT SWIRE THOMPSON
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