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 Drumโnโbass 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
Ulterior Motive
Pendulum Lyrics
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The lyrics to Pendulum's song "Ulterior Motive" describe the singer's desire to prove their abilities to someone. They state that there are "things that [they] can do" that haven't been shown before, implying that they have been holding back or hiding their full potential. The lines "I'm not the one you knew before" suggest that this person has changed and grown, and is ready to demonstrate their newfound skills.
The phrase "ulterior motive" also brings up the idea that the singer's desire to impress this person may not be entirely pure. It could imply that they have other reasons for demonstrating their abilities, such as trying to win this person's favor or earn their trust. Overall, the lyrics suggest a sense of confidence and determination, mixed with a hint of uncertainty and potential hidden agendas.
Overall, "Ulterior Motive" is a song that captures the tension and complexity of human relationships, particularly when it comes to the desire to impress others and win their approval. The lyrics provide a nuanced look at the various motivations that drive us to perform and demonstrate our skills, whether it's to prove our own worth or to win the favor of someone we care about.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna show you what I'm capable of
I desire to demonstrate to you my full potential
But you're always weaving an uncertain path
However, you continuously alter your direction unpredictably
That's when I see an ulterior motive
This is the moment when I perceive an underlying intention
You say you want it but you can't decide
You express your want for something, yet cannot determine your choice
If you're digging deep then it's hard to hide
If you genuinely seek something, concealing it becomes challenging
I wanna keep you but don't want to tie you down
I wish to maintain you in my life, but not at the cost of restricting you
Still I see that you have an ulterior motive
Nevertheless, I detect that you possess an underlying intention
You say you want it but you can't decide
You express your want for something, yet cannot determine your choice
If you're digging deep then it's hard to hide
If you genuinely seek something, concealing it becomes challenging
You got me thinking there's an ulterior motive
You have led me to believe that you have a hidden agenda
And it's driving me insane
This is causing me to go crazy
I don't know why you want this
I am perplexed as to why you desire this
What you crave or how to conquer it
I am unsure of what you yearn for or how to attain it
But one thing that's for sure
Yet, there is one aspect that is certain
Is that you have an ulterior motive
That you possess an underlying intention
Contributed by Callie O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
I-Witness DnB
one of their best tunes imo
Decroded Art
I-Witness DnB agreed
Seabass5000
Probably my favourite by them
Redst3r
Totally agreed! One of their best tunes for sure
bud
It's a banger like, Vault is the one though
Mason Bruner
Also one of their first, apparently xD
Nick Pierpoint
Your a god greg! This is amazing nobody has this much dedication as you! All your uploads mate 10/10!
The Vault
glad u enjoy the content matey
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Christian BC
Thank you so much Greg, a comprehensive source for all of Pendulum's early tracks is all I asked for in life
Cheers also for remastering some of the more chopped tunes too!