Members:
* Charles Finn – lead vocals (2007–2011)
* Jordan Chase – bass, vocals (2007–2011)
* David Ecker – rhythm guitar (2009–2011)
* Jason Ciolli – lead guitar (2007–2011)
* Ryan Loerke – drums, percussion (2007–2011)
Former member:
* Bradyn Byron – rhythm guitar (2007–2009)
History
The band, consisting of five members, was called Stutterfly until a key member, Chris Stickney, decided to leave shortly after they were dropped from Maverick Records. Stickney soon moved to a band called Oceans Apart. The rest of the band, Bradyn Byron, Jason Ciolli, Jordan Chase and Ryan Loerke, approached Charles Finn (then named Charles Furney), a friend and former member of thebleedingalarm, who used to tour with them, to be their new lead singer. The new line-up became Secret and Whisper on February 24, 2007. They decided to think of a new band name because of the completely different sound that Charles' voice brought to the band.
The band signed to Tooth & Nail Records and the first album, Great White Whale was released on February 12, 2008. "XOXOXO" was released as a single off the album with an accompanying music video.
On September 15, 2009 in a MySpace blog, Charles announced the official departure of Bradyn Byron. The band has since recruited David Ecker as guitarist. Ecker previously played guitar for Oceans Apart with former Stutterfly member Chris Stickney.
The first single off the second album, Teenage Fantasy, was "Warrior (Southern Arrowwood)". The album was released on April 6, 2010. On February 4, 2011, the band released a B-side track "Pixie" through myspace.
On July 12, 2011 it was announced via Facebook note that the band was going on a hiatus. Members of S&W Jordan Chase, Ryan Loerke and David Ecker have since gone on to form the band Shreddy Krueger.
Edge Of Wilderness
Secret And Whisper Lyrics
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We fear your ways,
We hear your cry.
Determined youth will capture you and tear out your insides.
We'll be offering the bravest man our daughters hand.
You've been to the edge of wilderness.
The northern lights will keep away the fierce and ugly.
You've been to the edge of wilderness,
breaking from the curse of loneliness.
Determined youth, bring home the head and bloody tooth.
The lyrics to "Edge Of Wilderness" by Secret And Whisper are complex and open to interpretation, but they seem to suggest a theme of fear and bravery in the face of an unknown entity. The first line, "We write your name across the sky," could be interpreted as an act of defiance or even aggression. It suggests that the singer is not afraid to make themselves known to whoever or whatever is out there. However, the following line, "We fear your ways, we hear your cry," seems to undermine this confidence. It suggests that the singer is aware of the power and potential danger of their adversary, and is not simply acting out of bravado.
The middle section of the lyrics focuses on the theme of youth and bravery. The line "Determined youth will capture you and tear out your insides" is violent and unsettling, but it could also be interpreted as a metaphor for standing up to a powerful enemy, even if it means taking risks or facing danger. The line "We'll be offering the bravest man our daughter's hand" also plays on this theme of bravery, suggesting that the singer values courage in others and is willing to reward it.
The final section of the lyrics returns to the idea of breaking free from loneliness and isolation. The lines "You've been to the edge of wilderness, breaking from the curse of loneliness" suggest that the confrontation with the unknown has transformed the singer in some way, allowing them to break free from their isolation. The final line, "Determined youth, bring home the head and bloody tooth," is again violent and unsettling, but it could also be interpreted as a call to action, urging the singer to stand up for themselves and fight for what they believe in.
Line by Line Meaning
We write your name across the sky.
We hold you in high regards and want to display our respect by writing your name in the most visible place possible - the sky.
We fear your ways,
Your methods and actions have a level of uncertainty that make us uneasy.
We hear your cry.
We acknowledge and understand your emotional distress and are here to listen and support you.
Determined youth will capture you and tear out your insides.
Our young and driven team will work tirelessly to overcome any obstacles and achieve success, even if it means dismantling your previous systems and methods.
We'll be offering the bravest man our daughters hand.
Our traditional values dictate that we will reward the bravest and most capable man by allowing him to marry our daughter.
You've been to the edge of wilderness.
You have ventured to the outer limits of what is known and explored, taking risks and embracing the unknown.
Breaking from the curse of loneliness.
Departing from the negative and isolating effects of being alone and forging your own path in life.
The northern lights will keep away the fierce and ugly.
The beauty and wonder of the northern lights can serve as a barrier between us and the harsh realities of the world.
Determined youth, bring home the head and bloody tooth.
Our tireless young team is committed to achieving success, even if it means overcoming adversity and leaving a 'bloody' trail behind them.
Contributed by Chase T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.