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/
Tall Stories
Polka Wars Lyrics
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A railway creeps out to the northeast
A dusty ruffle of roads line it's throat
Cold and stoned we all in awe with this
Another world that's made of blood sweat and tears
Ataraxia comes in the form of disclosed heart
A railway creeps out to the northeast
A dusty ruffle of roads line it's throat
Took a bus up the mountain top
The driver told us a tall tale
Of an old man with a whole lot of heart
From pike's peak
It comes and goes through your flesh and blood
It goes out to all and I
It comes and goes through your flash and blood
It call out to me
Count your blessings he said
A life of one thing could go up in flames
Count your blessings he said
Thank god
Through some hell and back
Through the darkest days
The lyrics of Polka Wars's song "Tall Stories" paint a vivid imagery of Pike's Peak, a majestic sight that inspires awe to those who witnessed it. The first stanza describes the area's landscape and how a railway creeps out to the northeast, while roads line its throat, making it appear like a living and breathing organism. The second stanza refers to the feeling of being overwhelmed by the beauty of the place, and that a sense of calmness, or ataraxia, fills the air. The third stanza talks about a bus ride to the mountain's peak, where the driver narrated a tall tale of an old man with a whole lot of heart from Pike's Peak. The song's chorus repeats the first stanza, emphasizing Pike's Peak's grandeur and how it affects people.
The song's message is about being grateful for everything that life offers. The phrase "Count your blessings," serves as a friendly reminder that even the most challenging circumstances have a silver lining, and it's essential to recognize them. The line "A life of one thing could go up in flames," illustrates how life can change in an instant, so it's vital to appreciate what one has in the present. Lastly, the phrase "Through some hell and back, through the darkest days" suggests that everyone goes through tough times, but it's crucial to endure them to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Line by Line Meaning
Tall stories from pike's peak
The song starts by describing 'tall stories' from a geographical location called Pike's Peak.
A railway creeps out to the northeast
The next line talks about a railway that goes out to north-east direction from Pike's Peak.
A dusty ruffle of roads line it's throat
The roads from Pike's Peak are dusty and look like they form a line on one's throat.
Cold and stoned we all in awe with this
The people who listen and experience these stories are left stoned with their mouths open in amazement.
Another world that's made of blood sweat and tears
The storyteller describes another world filled with dedication, effort, and hard work.
Ataraxia comes in the form of disclosed heart
One can find inner peace, tranquility in disclosing their own heart.
Took a bus up the mountain top
The storyteller describes how they traveled to the mountain top by bus.
The driver told us a tall tale
The driver of the bus tells them a funny story with exaggeration and fabrication.
Of an old man with a whole lot of heart
The story is about an old man who was very passionate, dedicated and gave his heart and soul to everything he did.
From pike's peak
This old man was from the same place Pike's Peak that was described earlier in the song.
It comes and goes through your flesh and blood
The experience of these stories goes through their flesh and blood, and they never forget it.
It goes out to all and I
These stories go out to everyone who listens to them, and it impacts them.
It comes and goes through your flash and blood
Repeating the same line from earlier, explaining how these stories become a part of their being.
It call out to me
The storyteller feels personally called out by these stories of dedication and passion.
Count your blessings he said
The driver asks them to count their blessings and be thankful for what they have.
A life of one thing could go up in flames
The driver implies that a single unfortunate event could ruin someone's entire life.
Thank god
The driver concludes the story by thanking God for their blessings.
Through some hell and back
The storyteller reflects on their journey, with the hardships they faced and overcome.
Through the darkest days
They had to go through some of the hardest and darkest days while on their journey.
Contributed by Jayden E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.