The group's name refers to "Battlestar Galactica".
History
After a few "unremarkable gigs" as a musical duo, guitarist Tony Smith and drummer Justin Wilson recruited Alex Kandel after discovering her working as a barista, "doing Adele covers on open mic nights." The band then became the current lineup recruiting Williams, Gardner, and Martin. Soon after they were discovered by producer Jay Joyce, who prompted them to record their debut LP Celabrasion, which was released through iTunes on August 2, 2011, followed by a physical release on September 27. The first single from the album, "Get It Daddy", was featured as iTunes' "Free Single of the Week" in late July/early August of that year. They are currently touring with Cage the Elephant as of November 2011.
They will be playing the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, Calif., on April 15 and 22, 2012.
The band recently appeared on Doug Benson's popular podcast, Doug Loves Movies, with guest Graham Elwood.
Musical style and influences
The band's official Facebook profile lists a number of bands as their influences, including The Pixies, The Black Lips, Foxy Shazam, and Cage the Elephant, the latter being another part of the growing Bowling Green, KY music scene and close friends with the band. Rolling Stone described the band as "Shaggy Kentucky kids whose songs are sweet, fizzy and combustible as a can of shook soda."
The band's spontaneous, energetic sound can be traced to an incident at a Fourth of July party, when drummer Justin Wilson was "sucker punched" by the drummer of a rival band, inspiring Wilson to channel aggression and his punk attitude into his playing.
Band members
Alex Kandel - vocals
Tony Smith - guitar & vocals
Justin Wilson - drums
Lee Williams - bass
Scott Gardner - keyboard & synth
Josh Martin - lead guitar
Discography
. InterroBANG!? (2010)
. Get Burned - Single (Jan 17, 2012)
. Get it Daddy - Single (Apr 26, 2011)
. Celabrasion (Aug 02, 2011)
Labels
. Mom + Pop
. RCA
Official Websites
http://sleeperagentmusic.com/
http://www.youtube.com/user/SleeperAgentMusic
http://www.myspace.com/sleeperagentmusic
https://twitter.com/#!/_SLEEPERAGENT
https://www.facebook.com/SleeperAgentMusic
Take It Off
Sleeper Agent Lyrics
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Who are you facing when you're at wit's end?
I hope it's not the habit
When you're looking thinly veiled and who can tell
What gives you hell?
And I know when it's hard to pretend
Up in your spirits but lower in chin
I'd help you but the dust trail you're kicking up
Let's shake it up
Take it off
I came all this way just to see you
Take it off
Whay's it hard to say that I still need you
Who
Will leave the lights on
Who
Until the next song
Who
Who's gonna take it off
And it breaks my little heart
To know we're still apart
By land and sea
Or just our clothes
Often thrown out with the water
Don't make this harder than it has to be
Come on, get up in arms and
Take it off
I came all this way just to see you
Take it off
Why's it hard to say that I still need you
Who
Will leave the lights on
Who
Until the next song
Who
Who's gonna take it off
Heat waves and heart rates soar
Until my arms shake and left holding on my
Bitter days
My better days
My better half says
My bitter half says
Have a laught and we'll turn it up
Take it off
I came all this way just to see you
Take it off
Why's it hard to say that I still need you
Who
Will leave the lights on
Who
Until the next song
Who
And in the doorway
Who
Until the next day
Who
Who's gonna take it off
The lyrics of Sleeper Agent's song Take It Off evokes feelings of desperation, loneliness, and the desire to connect with someone. The song's theme centers on the idea that during tough times, it's essential to have someone to rely on to help us face our demons. The lyrics ask a series of rhetorical questions such as "Who are you facing when you're at wit's end?" and "Who's gonna take it off?" which convey a sense of desperation and the longing to connect with someone.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Take it off" as a call to action for the person to take off their emotional armor and let themselves be vulnerable. The singer came a long way just to see this person, and yet, they still feel distant and closed off. However, the singer still needs this person and hopes that they can break down their barriers and connect once again.
The bridge of the song intensifies the emotions as the urgent and repetitive lyrics emphasize the desire to be with that person. The use of the phrase "Until the next song" in the questioning lyrics of the chorus reinforces the idea of connection and a shared experience with someone.
Overall, the lyrics of Take It Off are relatable and emotionally charged, conveying the universal longing to connect with others and the importance of vulnerability in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
When your demons are howling again
When you're struggling with your inner demons
Who are you facing when you're at wit's end?
Who is the one you turn to for help when you're struggling?
I hope it's not the habit
I hope you're not turning to unhealthy habits as a coping mechanism
When you're looking thinly veiled and who can tell
When you're hiding your true emotions and no one can see how you really feel
What gives you hell?
What's causing you so much pain and suffering?
And I know when it's hard to pretend
I understand that it's difficult to fake being okay
Up in your spirits but lower in chin
You may feel uplifted, but your physical posture and expression suggest otherwise
I'd help you but the dust trail you're kicking up
I want to help, but you're moving too fast and your actions are making it difficult
Has had enough of us
You're pushing people away with your behavior
Let's shake it up
Let's make some changes and try to improve the situation
Take it off
Let go of whatever is holding you back
I came all this way just to see you
I made an effort to be here for you
Why's it hard to say that I still need you
Why is it difficult to admit that I still rely on you?
Who will leave the lights on
Who will be there for you when the darkness threatens to overwhelm you?
Who until the next song
Who will be by your side through thick and thin?
Who's gonna take it off
Who will take the first step towards resolving the issue?
And it breaks my little heart
It hurts me deeply
To know we're still apart
To be aware that we're not as close as we used to be
By land and sea or just our clothes
Whether physically separated or emotionally distant
Often thrown out with the water
Often ignored and discarded
Don't make this harder than it has to be
Let's not complicate things unnecessarily
Come on, get up in arms and
Let's get motivated and tackle the issue
Heat waves and heart rates soar
Emotions run high
Until my arms shake and left holding on my bitter days
Until I'm left clinging to the memories of past struggles
My better days, my better half says
My partner reminds me of the good times we've shared
My bitter half says
However, my negative thoughts can't be ignored
Have a laugh and we'll turn it up
Let's try to add some humor to the situation to lighten the mood
And in the doorway
At the brink of a new beginning
Who until the next day
Who will be there for me tomorrow and beyond?
Who's gonna take it off
Who is willing to let go of past grievances and move forward?
Writer(s): Joshua Ryburn Martin, Lee Matthew Williams, Alexandria Renee Kandel, Galen AnthonySmith Jr, Scott Reilly Gardner, Justin Wilson Copyright: Sploink Music, Zss Entertainment LLC, Sleepaway Camp, Warner-tamerlane Publishing Corp.
Contributed by Camden V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
nbschaff
Thanks for posting these tracks. Helped me decide to buy the album.
Ariel Fox
This is my favorite by them