Departing from the desire to explore music more widely, Karaeng, Billy, Xandega, and Giovanni had agreed to engage to their own formula of crafting Polka Wars' distinctive sound: the sound of honest feelings and gentle confusions wrapped in layers of sonic pleasure. With two vocal ranges (baritone and alto), variety of instruments (including wind instruments), and synth-generated cold electronic ambient, they are ready to spread their music to that whole new level.
So far, Polka Wars had recorded 4 songs: Coraline & Horse' Hooves (released as a digital demo sampler - 2011) and Sanctuary & This Providence (released as a 7" single - 2013).
To complete the ecstatic experience of Polka Wars' live performance, Gerinov (saxophonist) and Sawi Lieu (keyboards & synthesizers) are now joining the lineup.
As for media coverage, Polka Wars has already well known trough many respectable blogs around the globe. They’ve been featured in NYLON magazine and soon will be joining several music compilations such as Indie Music France (http://www.indiemusic.fr/) and Music Alliance Pact Compilation (http://www.guardian.co.uk).
Instrumentation
Billy Saleh - Guitar / Vocal
Giovanni Rahmadeva - Drums / Vocal
Karaeng Putra Adjie - Lead Vocal / Guitar
Xandega Tahajuansya - Bass / Vocal
Links
Soundcloud http://soundcloud.com/polkawarsmusic
EPK http://www.sonicbids.com/polkawarsmusic
Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/polkawars
Tumblr http://polkawars.tumblr.com/
Moths & Flies
Polka Wars Lyrics
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(with) our necks bound tight
Racing through the floods
of thumb tacks in the dark
Knives run out, now (we're) one with the fight
With all twist end might
Weightless kicks end grips
Never think
Never blink
They were all sleep
The eyes never see it's head
Never die
Never dream
Never run free
The geze completely in shreds
Falling forth still (and) all minds on line
(Yet) no heerts in mind
Summon holy sprinter (to) lead us through the night
Handshakes are some broke men's endgame
Just moths and flies will preveil
But here'e time end time will always leave out, all behind
The lyrics of Polka Wars's song "Moths & Flies" appear to be metaphorical in nature, using imagery of insects and darkness as a representation of the trials and tribulations of life. The first stanza describes a sense of vulnerability and danger, as the singers are neck-deep in water and surrounded by tacks. The second stanza shifts to a more empowered tone, as they become one with their struggles and determined to fight on. The refrain "Never think, Never blink" seems to be urging the listener to stay alert and vigilant, as they navigate through life's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
All eyes falls. on (the) tower of light
Everyone's attention is focused on the tower of light
(with) our necks bound tight
We are restricted and powerless
Racing through the floods
Moving quickly through obstacles and difficult situations
of thumb tacks in the dark
Navigating through hazards in the unknown
Knives run out, now (we're) one with the fight
We've reached the point of no return and must fight with all we have
With all twist end might
Using every ounce of energy and strength
Weightless kicks end grips
Graceful movements with no true impact
With four-five staring wide
Observing with a wide-eyed gaze
Never think
Lacking the ability to process or reason
Never blink
Constantly alert and aware
They were all sleep
Others are distracted and unaware of what's happening
The eyes never see it's head
Being unaware of the larger picture or what's really going on
Never die
Never giving up or quitting
Never dream
Choosing practicality over fantasy
Never run free
Being confined or restricted in some way
The geze completely in shreds
The situation is in chaos and disarray
Falling forth still (and) all minds on line
Moving forward despite obstacles and struggles
(Yet) no heerts in mind
Can't think or feel in the moment
Summon holy sprinter (to) lead us through the night
Asking for divine intervention to guide us through tough times
Handshakes are some broke men's endgame
Celebrating small victories because that's all that's possible
Just moths and flies will preveil
Small and insignificant things will survive and persevere
But here'e time end time will always leave out, all behind
Time moves forward, leaving everything else behind
Contributed by Chase W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.