They rehearsed two days to work out a repertoire of rainbirds-songs, instrumentals by ulrike and a couple of pieces written exclusively for theatre plays and the group stein. then they appeared under the motto "two faces in a different light" on september 2nd 1993.
it is this performance that katharina likes to remember as her favorite, and it was after this one, that tim, ulrike and katharina decided to move on as the new rainbirds trio.
they kept performing and touring under the pseudonym "three birds of a feather" while they were working out a new band sound, considering their special line-up: keyboards, vocals/ guitar and drums.
they were without a deal then, but rough trade records came to see them play live a couple of times, and while the band proceeded to tour under their original name in 1995, the contract came to be.
they entered the puk-studio in denmark in oktober 1995 and the self-produced "making memory" was released in march 1996. apart from some bewilderment as to what rainbirds would look and sound like now after one more metamorphosis, the reception was warm. more touring and festival playing, and back in the studio in april 1997. this time co-producer jon caffery recorded and mixed the album "rainbirdsforever" in his own la chapelle-studio in belgium. this album was released in october and was greatly appreciated in the media, and the tour in jan/feb 1998 rewarded the trio with sold out clubs and exceptionally good reviews.
they decided to tour once more in may to record two shows on 24 track analog and will release rainbirds3000.live in january 1999.
check their tourdates, keep in touch, be informed about all the many new things that are about to happen with rainbirds in the future. and the future is now.
for further information
http://www.rainbirds.com/
discography :
* rainbirds3000.live (1999)
* forever (1997)
* making memory (1996)
* the mercury years (1995)
* in a different light (1993)
* two faces (1991)
* call me easy, say I'm strong, love me my way, that ain't wrong (1989)
* rainbirds (1987)
Moon
Rainbirds Lyrics
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On your ears and in your hair
Sometimes they'd flow from your eyes like tears
I used to pick the up and hoard them as a measure
Of how alive you where that night
And yet how close to the end
I'd wrap'em up and shoot'em to the
Moon
We can go up there
And paint another
Moon
(moon-moon all your light upon me)
I used to help you light up all the scented candles
Yeah you wre well aware
Of all the ghosts that would stare at you
Since you became the only ghost inside my room
Inside my heart
There's perfume in the air no matter if it's day or night
But if you want me to
I'd wrap'em up and shoot'em to the
Moon
And if we try now just a little harder
We can go up there
And paint another
Moon
(moon-moon all your light upon me)
The song "Moon" by Rainbirds is a melancholic yet hopeful piece that talks about longing for and reminiscing about a past loved one. The first few lines describe the physical appearance of the person, wearing small pearls in their ears and hair. The pearls are also likened to tears, which the singer used to pick up and keep as a measure of the person's vibrancy, all the while acknowledging how close they were to the end. However, the singer is determined to keep the memory alive, even if it means shooting the pearls to the moon.
The second verse talks about how the singer used to help light scented candles for the person, who was very much aware of the ghosts that haunted them. However, the person would eventually become "the only ghost inside my room, inside my heart." Despite the absence of the person, reminders of them still fill the air, like the scent of perfume, day or night. In the end, the singer promises to shoot the fragrances to the moon, painting a new moon and hopefully finding some solace.
Overall, the lyrics of the song capture the bittersweet emotions following the loss of a loved one. It is a tribute to the memories that they leave behind and the longing to keep them alive, even if it means sending them to the moon.
Line by Line Meaning
Here you are sporting those tiny pearls of pleasure
You are wearing beautiful jewelry, bringing joy and delight to your appearance.
On your ears and in your hair
The jewelry is placed in such a way that it enhances your beauty.
Sometimes they'd flow from your eyes like tears
Your emotions were so strong that they manifested as pearls, adding to your beauty.
I used to pick the up and hoard them as a measure
I would collect the pearls to acknowledge the depth of your emotions.
Of how alive you were that night
The pearls were a symbol of your vitality and liveliness in that moment.
And yet how close to the end
Despite your vibrancy, there was an awareness of the fleeting nature of life.
I'd wrap'em up and shoot'em to the
To preserve the beauty and emotion of that moment, I would send the pearls to the
Moon
moon, symbolizing a dream-like or ethereal realm far removed from the mundanity of daily life.
And if we try now just a little harder
By putting in more effort or focusing our attention, we can attain something greater.
We can go up there
We can reach a higher state of being or consciousness.
And paint another
Create a new vision or version of reality.
Moon
moon, representing a new, heightened state or experience.
(moon-moon all your light upon me)
This phrase represents a desire for illumination, inspiration, or guidance from the moon or from another person.
I used to help you light up all the scented candles
Together, we created an atmosphere that was both visually and olfactorily pleasing.
Yeah you were well aware
You were conscious of the effect your actions had on our surroundings.
Of all the ghosts that would stare at you
Despite being aware of the past or the presence of others, you remained focused on the present moment.
Since you became the only ghost inside my room
Your presence alone was enough to fill the space and provide a sense of comfort and familiarity.
Inside my heart
You occupied a significant part of my emotional and mental world.
There's perfume in the air no matter if it's day or night
Your essence is felt and appreciated in every moment.
But if you want me to
I am willing to take action in response to your desires or needs.
I'd wrap'em up and shoot'em to the
Similar to before, I would package and send something meaningful to the
Moon
moon, representing that which is intangible or distant, yet still important.
And if we try now just a little harder
As before, this phrase represents the possibility of surpassing our current state or attaining something better.
We can go up there
We can reach a higher state or level of being.
And paint another
Similarly to before, this phrase represents the possibility of creating something new or different.
Moon
Again, the moon is a symbol of something distant or not fully tangible, yet still significant in its presence.
(moon-moon all your light upon me)
A repetition of the earlier phrase, enhancing the desire for guidance or inspiration.
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Edition Intro Meisel GmbH
Written by: Katharina Franck, Michael Beckmann, MICH MERKELBACH
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