Creative experimentation
Experimentation is one of the main philosophies of Psy’Aviah. This is portrayed by both incorporating different genres into their own sound and by the different collaborations they have done over the years: from poetry with Suzi Q. Smith and Jean-Luc De Meyer (Front 242), to EBM power-pop with Jennifer Parkin (Ayria), trip-hop & lush warm vocals by Kyoko Baertsoen (ex-Hooveprhonic & Lunasxcape), covered by Chaos all Stars ft. Mona Roukachi, and even to Enya-esque reminders with Kristell Lowagie.
Due to this varied pallet in both music and lyrics, the band fits well on different stages: from main-stream pop, rock and electronic festivals, as well as more gothic, EBM and experimental oriented shows.
Track record…
Formed in 2003, but mainly focusing on experimenting and playing live shows, the band really took form in 2007 when they released their first album “Creationism”. Shortly after that release Psy’Aviah was signed to “Alfa Matrix” records and with them they released the albums “Entertainment Industries” (2008), “Eclectric” / “Eclectricism (2CD Limited Edition)” (2010), “Into The Game DJEP” featuring Ayria (2011), “Introspection ~ Extrospection” / “Restrospection” (2CD Limited Edition)” (2011), “Contraspection” (Digital Only Release) (2011) and “OK / Virtual Gods DJEP” (2012) with remixes by Jan Vervloet, M.I.K.E., Radical G, NUDE, and more…
Renewing their contract in 2012 the band worked on releasing the concept (mini)-album "Future Past" (2013) and a single/remix EP "Our Common Future ft. Kyoko Baertsoen" (2014) to mark the new "Era" of Psy'Aviah: collaborating once again with a lot of new artists to bring variety in the vocal palette. At the moment Psy'Aviah is working on a new full length album.
Members
The band was initially founded in 2003 by producer and composer Yves Schelpe. In 2007 he was joined by vocalist Emélie Nicolaï and guitarists Kristof De Clerck (2007-2011) and Ben Van de Cruys (2011-...). From 2013 on with the album "The Xenogamous Endeavour" the project moved away from a tradition line-up, and Yves focused back on inviting guest vocalists and musicians on the songs, thus returning back to the roots.
Some facts
* Played with acts such as Subsonica, IC 434, Emilie Autumn, Implant and 32Crash.
* Played various festivals including SONFest, Delta Festival Hague, Gothic Festival and BIMFest.
* Collaborated with Jean-Luc De Meyer (Front 242), Jennifer Parkin (Ayria) and IC 434 (Geert de Wilde).
* Banned by YouTube for supposedly explicit content in their videoclip for “Moments feat. Suzi Q. Smith)”.
* Asked to participate in the Microsoft Windows 7 marketing with the song “Tired”.
* Played live inside an internet-banner for a DEXIA campaign with the song “Tired”.
* Music (“Fear”) used for footage of the “Dirty Dancing” fashion show with clothing of Nicky Vankets, Othello and hair products of Paul Mitchell.
* Scored a top 20 entry in the “BBC Next Big Thing” contest. Among the judges were Tori Amos, Nina de Man and Nitin Sawhney.
* Won the weekly Studio Brussel’s demopoll in 2003 with the unreleased song “The Future of The Sun”.
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WTF
Psy'Aviah Lyrics
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That’s not a natural reaction
What’s up with you?
You act rather suspicious
What’s up with you?
You’re feeling a little too good now
What’s up with you?
Can I trust you?
The lyrics of Psy'Aviah's song WTF seem to be addressing someone who is behaving strangely or suspiciously, perhaps even unnaturally. The questions "What's up with that?" and "What's up with you?" are repeated throughout the song, indicating a sense of confusion and questioning. The singer seems to be attempting to understand what is going on with this person, possibly even accusing them of being untrustworthy with the question "Can I trust you?"
The repeated questioning and suspicion that runs throughout the song may suggest a sense of frustration or even anger on the part of the singer, as they try to make sense of the person's behavior. There is a sense of urgency as well, with the repeated use of the phrase "What's up with you?" indicating that the singer wants answers and wants them now.
Line by Line Meaning
What’s up with that?
What is the reason or explanation behind that behavior or situation?
That’s not a natural reaction
Your behavior is not in line with what is expected in this situation or environment.
What’s up with you?
What is affecting or influencing your behavior or mood right now?
You act rather suspicious
Your behavior is causing doubts or distrust in others.
You’re feeling a little too good now
You are displaying an unusual or exaggerated sense of happiness or confidence.
Why can’t you just shut the fuck up now?
Why are you unable to remain quiet or keep your thoughts to yourself in this situation?
Can I trust you?
Do you have the ability to be reliable and honest in your actions and words?
Contributed by Jayce T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.