Shun is the only band in today's music scene putting this emotion and dynamics into their songs to create a style not yet seen in music today. They tend to stay away from trendy beats and originate their own style instead of imitating others.
Shun has played many shows covering the southeast from Nashville to New Orleans, playing with many known bands such as The Urge, Stuck Mojo, and Nothingface. By playing with these bands shun was able to develop their name throughout the Southeast. Releasing a locally recorded demo in December of 1998 they sold over 1200 copies and have been on several college stations and the local buzz 102.9. Shun has set out to be the next wave of long lasting music with a sound completely original yet familiar and with an intelligence level strong enough to capture both young and old. Shun will be pressing their new style until dreams and destiny are accomplished.
Shun has released 2 CDs. An EP entitled Promising (2000) and a full-length titled Michael In Reign (2001)
Members:
Billy White: Vocals
David Crutcher: Guitar
Cris Hawkins: Guitar
Richie Glover: Bass
Jac Glenn: Drums
MySpace:
www.myspace.com/shunband
There are multiple groups named Shun, but one belongs to the legendary Japanese electronic mastermind Susumu Hirasawa. Hirasawa's group made experimental electronic music during the 80's similar in vibe to Susumu's other work, but with a more hypnotic compositional style.
Hopesend
Shun Lyrics
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We closed the door.
It's insane when you walk in down the room, and these silent waves commerce. By the time you think they've never saw you there.. They have smelled you in the air.
(chorus)
Please save me from these bitter things I've waited here to know. They bury me like footsteps in the snow. Please sail away these open wounds. I've soaked enough to over flow. I wait here to know. Please send more hope.
By the time you read the words, they have already been heard. And your left out in the cold. By the time you realize it, they will be gone, and left you here all alone.
(chorus)
You drink the wine and you wait in line. You'll wait for me in jealousy. And I stand here to know.
Do we stand alone?
It's in your eyes. I've seen your lies and I'm beating down your open doors. It's in your eyes. I've seen your lies, I'm waiting here but never known. It's in your eyes. I've seen your lies and I wait for more.
Send it all I'm waiting here for more......
(chorus)
The lyrics of Shun's song Hopesend paint a picture of a broken relationship with a haunting sense of loss and longing. The opening line describes the effect that the subject of the song has on the room - that they bring with them a chill, and when they leave, it's as if a door has been closed. The repetition of this line emphasises the distance that now exists between the singer and this person. The second verse brings in more sensory detail, describing how the subject's presence can still be felt even after they've left.
The chorus offers a cry for help, a plea for something to heal the pain that the singer is feeling. They feel buried and overwhelmed by the emotions they're experiencing, and are desperate for a sense of hope to cling on to. The next verse focuses on the theme of communication breakdown - the idea that what the singer says and what is heard are not always the same thing. They feel like they're being left behind, abandoned by someone who was supposed to be there for them.
The final verse brings in the theme of jealousy and bitterness, with the lines "you drink the wine and you wait in line, you'll wait for me in jealousy." It's unclear who is speaking these lines - is it the singer, or is it someone else? Either way, it adds another layer to the complex emotions at play in the song. The closing line, "send it all I'm waiting here for more," suggests that the singer is still holding out hope for some kind of resolution or healing.
Line by Line Meaning
It's insane when you walk in down the room, and behind you comes the cold.
Your presence brings a sudden chill to the room, making it uncomfortable for everyone.
It's insane when you left here by choice. It's a shame we closed the door.
It's crazy that you chose to leave us, and we regret closing the door on you.
We closed the door.
We shut you out and didn't let you back in.
It's insane when you walk in down the room, and these silent waves commerce.
Your arrival creates waves of uneasiness that spread silently through the room.
By the time you think they've never saw you there.. They have smelled you in the air.
Despite thinking you've gone unnoticed, your presence has been sensed by those around you.
Please save me from these bitter things I've waited here to know. They bury me like footsteps in the snow. Please sail away these open wounds. I've soaked enough to over flow. I wait here to know. Please send more hope.
I'm tired of waiting for answers that only bring bitterness and pain. The weight of these unanswered questions feels like being buried in snow. I need the wounds on my heart to heal, as they've caused enough pain. I'm waiting, hoping for something better to come my way.
By the time you read the words, they have already been heard. And your left out in the cold. By the time you realize it, they will be gone, and left you here all alone.
Once the words are spoken, they can't be taken back. You will be left alone to deal with the consequences, long after the singer is gone.
You drink the wine and you wait in line. You'll wait for me in jealousy. And I stand here to know.
You indulge in life's pleasures and are waiting for my downfall out of jealousy, while I'm here searching for answers.
Do we stand alone?
Are we truly alone in this world?
It's in your eyes. I've seen your lies and I'm beating down your open doors.
I can see through your deceit and I'm determined to discover the truth.
It's in your eyes. I've seen your lies, I'm waiting here but never known.
I'm still waiting for answers, but I'm left in the dark and unsure.
It's in your eyes. I've seen your lies and I wait for more.
I know you're not telling me the whole truth and I'm waiting for you to reveal more.
Send it all I'm waiting here for more......
I'm ready to receive whatever comes my way and I'm waiting, steadfastly hoping for something better.
Contributed by Reagan O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joshua Newey
It's crazy how this small handful of songs has made such an impact on me that I still think about and sing them regularly some 20 years later. Shun deserved to be huge.
Bruno Gandarela
simplesmente imortal esse cd, essa banda é simplesmente unica! perfeitamente harmoniosa... amo cada acorde desse album.. 2019 e Shun ainda vive dentro de todos que conheceram essa sublime banda!
Johnathan Watford
Loved this band when I was teen in the early mid 00s. Got into heavier stuff, but never forgot about them. They've had a lasting impact on me. I'm grateful someone uploaded them here, because I lost the disc that I had.
Tomas Bocking
Such a great band, I still can believe that this guys weren't waaaay bigger.
Jessica Donald
Miss my SHUN so much! Brings back so many good memories of being young and free!!!!
Mr Burns Productions 506
wow what a great great song thanks for having it , any chance of uploading more songs by Shun?? what a great band , too bad they dont exist any more cheers from costa rica !
Gökçe Yaşa
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Juan Carlos Ferrández Mollá
B.S.O. of my life
Jonathan German
Lyrics?
Cole
So long ago