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.
Looming Moon
Secret And Whisper Lyrics
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We are coming to a tender age of miracles and robbers
We try to live a life respecting all the animals
Like wind behind the grass in sway
Asleep at certain times of day
Don't turn away looming moon
You'll have your revenge very soon
Soon you'll be finding it's much too tough
I have thought of sharing all these different feelings from under covers
May we all turn into leaves that crack and break apart
And I'm anxious to relieve my mind from desperate thoughts
I hope you remember me always
The lyrics of Secret And Whisper's song Looming Moon refer to the strains that long distance and modern life can put on relationships. The opening lines set the scene; two people are spending all their time apart from each other, maybe because of work, education or other life pressures. The singers describe their age as "tender," suggesting they are feeling vulnerable or sensitive. The reference to "miracles and robbers" further emphasizes the idea of life being unpredictable and hard to control.
The second verse is more abstract, with imagery such as the "wind behind the grass in sway." However, it is likely that this is a metaphor for the way the singers are trying to navigate their relationship. They want to live a life that respects all things, including "animals," which might be symbolic of the natural world or their own emotions. However, they also feel "asleep at certain times of day," like they are not fully present in the world or their relationship.
The chorus is a plea to the moon not to turn away. In the first line, the moon is personified as something that can seek revenge. This might mean that the singers feel like the moon is watching them or judging them, or it could be a metaphor for their own sense of guilt or fear about their relationship. The second line suggests that the singers are worried that whatever they love will become too difficult to hold on to if they turn away from it.
Overall, the lyrics of Looming Moon are poetic and metaphoric, with a sense of vulnerability and uncertainty. The singers are struggling to find their place in the world and in their relationship, and the moon becomes a symbol for the emotions they are unable to express.
Line by Line Meaning
We are spending all our time away from one another
We're currently separate and distant from one another.
We are coming to a tender age of miracles and robbers
We're approaching a frenzied, unstable time in our lives.
We try to live a life respecting all the animals
We strive to live in harmony with the natural world.
Like wind behind the grass in sway
We move through life in a way that is barely perceptible.
Asleep at certain times of day
We have periods where we require rest and quiet reflection.
Don't turn away looming moon
Oh, moon in the sky, don't hide from me.
You'll have your revenge very soon
Things will soon change for the better, and you'll get what you deserve.
Don't turn away from what you love
Don't ignore your passions and interests.
Soon you'll be finding it's much too tough
In the near future, you'll discover that pursuing your dreams isn't easy.
I have thought of sharing all these different feelings from under covers
I've had many emotions and ideas that I've kept hidden.
May we all turn into leaves that crack and break apart
Perhaps one day we'll dissolve and drift away like autumn foliage.
And I'm anxious to relieve my mind from desperate thoughts
I want to free myself from negative and burdensome thinking patterns.
I hope you remember me always
I hope that even after we part ways, I'll still hold a place in your memory and heart.
Contributed by Callie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.