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1) Spectrum is a project of Peter Kember, a British musician more usually known as Sonic Boom, and founding member of the band Spacemen 3. Sonic Boom's first solo album, Spectrum, was recorded in 1989 while Spacemen 3 were still together, and featured the other members of the group. However, when Spacemen 3 disbanded in 1991, Kember recruited new musicians for the group Spectrum.
Initial Spectrum releases carried on from the sound of late-period Spacemen 3, featuring conventional songs and a regular band. First single "How You Satisfy Me" was an original composition reminiscent of 1960s garage bands. 1992's Soul Kiss (Glide Divine) was split between songs and longer experimental pieces featuring drones and repetition, and Highs, Lows and Heavenly Blows (1994) was also mainly song-oriented. Occasionally Jessamine and Silver Apples have collaborated with Kember using the Spectrum name.
From 1996 the name has been used for Kember's solo work, usually with Pete Bassman (Pete Bain) from the original Spacemen 3 lineup and recording engineer/musician Alf Hardy. This material was often in the same vein as Kember's Experimental Audio Research project, reflecting an increased interest in vintage analogue synthesizers, especially those made by EMS. A new album was started with Randall Nieman of Fuxa, though put on hold due to other recording and live commitments.
In 2008, Spectrum reformed with Pete Kember, Roger Brogan (drums, samples), Nolan Watkinson (bass) and Rupert Bowkett (guitar) making appearances with the reunited My Bloody Valentine.
Continuing touring from 2008 through 2009, Spectrum were joined by guitarists Kevin Cowan and Jason Holt. The new line-up has released an ep entitled "War Sucks", recorded in Basel, Switzerland in early 2009 with David Maxxx of Psychic TV.
Spectrum continue to work on a new LP tentatively titled "On the Wings of Mercury" while Kember has produced the sophomore LP for MGMT, due out in late 2009.
2) Spectrum is a blues rock group from Durham, UK. Influenced by the likes of Free, Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy and Hendrix; Spectrum formed in 2010 hailing from Durham, currently performing both covers and originals whilst establishing a reputation as a young upcoming band.
On returning from touring with Free and Bad Company's Simon Kirke in 2008, Paul Smith (Vocals) joined forces with Dan Leak (Guitar) and got to work on setting up their own original blues rock ...band.
In April 2011 Spectrum entered Blast Recording Studios in Newcastle Upon Tyne, where artists such as New York Dolls, The Quireboys, Therapy? and Arctic Monkeys recorded. Their début EP received rave reviews by both press and fans and has set the foundation for the band to build a reputation as an exciting original outfit.
After entering Marshall Amplification's 'Ultimate Band Contest', Spectrum ended in the top 5 bands in online voting out of 7000 entrants. This lead to playing the final at Marshall HQ in Milton Keynes, they finished runners up. Dan Leak (guitar) gained the accolade of 'Marshall Amplification's Guitarist of the year'.
Spectrum returned to Blast studios in February 2012 to complete their second EP titled ‘Lust and Lost Joy’ which is now available at Bandcamp
In August 2013 the track 'Hope You Know' was featured on the cover disc of Classic Rock magazine: presents The Blues.
Members:
Vocals & Piano - Paul Smith
Guitar - Dan Leak
Guitar - Paul Chambers
Bass - Luke Colledge
Drums - Daniel Robson
"Stadium-fit emotive blues rock" - Classic Rock Magazine
"With vocals Paul Rodgers would applaud and a solo that David Gilmour would be proud to put his name to” - Komodorock.com
“Had I finally found a British Blues band that encompassed all that was good about 70’s blues rock but with a 21st century edge? I believe so punters.” –Deviant Magazine
3) Spectrum is an Australian band from the early 1970's.
Australian Spectrum was the brain-child of the eccentric song-writer Mike Rudd and his bassist mate, Bill Putt. They had limitted success commercially and remained an underground band. In the mid 70's they formed a more commercial unit called Indelible Murtceps (Spectrum spelt backwards) and often played a double set, one as Spectrum one as Murtceps.
Rudd and Putt went on to form another more commercially successful band, Ariel, in the late 70's.
Spectrum are best remembered by their one big hit - "I'll Be Gone", which has been covered by many Australian musicians including Chain and John Williamson.
4) Spectrum was an early 1970s Brazilian band. They recorded one LP in 1971, called "Geração Bendita". It falls into the "tropicalia" movement of the era. The songs have similarity to bands like Os Mutantes as well as early 1970s British and American bands.
5) Spectrum is an Israeli psychedelic trance project which was founded back in 2001 (as well as Spectrum records label) by Israel's leading, veteran Dj and one of its most influential figures, Dj Dede.
Dede has been active in the local and international scenes since the early psychedelic trance days, throwing free beach parties in 1992, and co-founding the legendary MDMA Records and Distribution in 1997.
Dede's unique powerful and uplifting style can be recaptured while listening to the various CD compilations he has compiled. Spectrum records concept is Dede's vision of the future of trance and its electronic siblings. Discovering those incredible talents and following them through.The Spectrum sound has been molded after experimenting with all trance grooves and can be best described as uplifting, touching yet powerful and juicy dance floor hits.
6) Spectrum
The Spectrum were a manufactured group, put together by British RCA to see if it was possible come up with a British equivalent of the Monkees. Despite exposure due to their feature in the closing credits of "Captain Scarlet & the Mysterons", they never had any luck in their own country.
The Spectrum made their debut with a single of "Samantha's Mine" and "Saturday's Child," issued in early 1967; it became more popular in Spain (reaching the number one spot) than it was in England. Their second single, "Portabello Road," was picked up by Radio London, the top pirate radio outlet in England, and played very heavily, however failing to make the chart. Their third single, "Headin' for a Heatwave," hit number one in Spain, and their fifth single, a cover of "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da," reached the top spot in Germany during 1968.
Singing the title song in the end credits of "Captain Scarlet" failed to get them any significant sales, and the song was never issued commercially. Iironically, their presence on the title theme did give the group a bit of exposure in America, but they never were able to take advantage of this.
In the following years, after many changes within the group, they recorded two additional single and a LP entitled "The Light is Dark Enough", for RCA - after which the troup moved to Parlophone for one last single before they split up.
Keith Forsey continued to play drums with other artists, and became a major songwriter - co-authoring "Flashdance (What a Feeling)" and "Don't You Forget About Me", and several other movie soundtracks.
7) Spectrum is an ensemble formerly sponsored by Rochester College in Rochester Hills, Michigan.
8) Spectrum is a progressive metal band from Skopje, Macedonia formed in early 2016. Influenced by many other genres and post-genres, experimenting with their whole varieties of more aggressive vibe on one hand, yet on the other hand softer and more melodic, atmospheric vibe they create their own, unique and modern sound.
9) Spectrum was a seven-member K-Pop boy group created in South Korea (Seoul) in 2018, under the company WYNN Entertainment, whose genres are Pop and Dance. The group was originally formed with 7 members called MinJae (the leader), DongKyu, JaeHan, Hwarang, Villain, EunJun (the maknae) and DongYoon (past). Prior to debut, they participated in the show "MIXNINE." They released their first mini album "Be Born" on May 9 of 2018, however, they officially debuted on May 10 through their debut stage on M Countdown with the title song "Light It Up". Their discography has mini albums titled "Be Born" (2018), "Timeless Moment" (2018), "Refreshing Time" (2019), "0325" (2020), and 1 digital single called "Dear My" (2018).
They disbanded on July 10th 2020.
Take Your Time
Spectrum Lyrics
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I don't know what's best for me
And I'm half way through my life
And I probably won't know until I rest in peace
Don't sweat these things, the small stuff
Or the big stuff, or what's in between
Just take it a step a time
And mind the signs that each day brings
But another human's vision need not alter your narrative
This is your story to tell, so speak it proudly and clear
And when you're seeking guidance I'll be here
The world is big, you gotta allot of life to live
No rush to nail it all down now, that's something time will give
With pressures built up all around, as precious seconds tick
I know you feel the need to run, just step and take a breath again
The world is big, you gotta allot of life to live
No rush to nail it all down now, that's something time will give
With pressures built up all around, as precious seconds tick
I know you feel the need to run, just step and take a breath again
Time is on your side, she'll be a friend to the end
Don't take her for granted, or take advantage, manage and win
Don't gotta plan to begin, but for certain it ain't hurting
The curtain's open and close and the show goes on for the circuit
It's worth it, finding purpose, that's the meaning of life
That meaning, you don't need a reason when you're sleeping at night
Or when you breathe in the light, or when the heat hits its height
Or when coldness cuts so deep you feel the teeth in it's bite
You don't need to know why, your friend time's gonna tell ya
When she's feels it right, in the interim give 'em hell
Or give 'em heaven I guess, no need to add to the mess
The stress of everyday life can put your faith to the test
In the testing there's blessing, the breadth and depth of the lesson
From the curriculum, adult out of an adolescent
Wise from inexperienced, lives must be experienced
Before we judge the purpose behind, it, we gotta live it
The world is big, you gotta allot of life to live
No rush to nail it all down now, that's something time will give
With pressures built up all around, as precious seconds tick
I know you feel the need to run, just step and take a breath again
The world is big, you gotta allot of life to live
No rush to nail it all down now, that's something time will give
With pressures built up all around, as precious seconds tick
I know you feel the need to run, just step and take a breath again
In the song "Take Your Time" by Spectrum, the lyrics convey a message of embracing the journey of life and not rushing to have all the answers or achieve all the goals immediately. The singer acknowledges that people often believe they know what is best for others, but in reality, they themselves are still figuring things out. The line "And I'm halfway through my life, and I probably won't know until I rest in peace" highlights the understanding that true clarity may only come with time and experience.
The song encourages listeners not to worry too much about the small or big things in life, but to take each step one at a time, paying attention to the signs and lessons that each day brings. While setting goals is important, the singer emphasizes that it is crucial not to let another person's vision or expectations alter one's own narrative. They emphasize that each individual is the author of their own story and should speak it proudly.
The lyrics also touch on the concept of time as a friend and a teacher. Time is portrayed as being on the side of the listener, offering opportunities, but also requiring careful management. The singer advises against taking time for granted and urges the listener not to rush into planning or forcing things. Instead, they suggest finding purpose and meaning in life through experiencing and living it fully.
Overall, the song encourages a patient and mindful approach to life, embracing the uncertainty and allowing time to reveal its lessons and blessings.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody thinks they know what's best for you
People often believe they have the answers to your life, but in reality, I don't even know what's best for myself.
I'm half way through my life and I probably won't know until I rest in peace
Even though I'm halfway through my life, true understanding of what's best for me might only come after I pass away.
Don't sweat these things, the small stuff
Don't worry too much about the little things in life.
Or the big stuff, or what's in between
Neither should you stress about the big things or anything in between.
Just take it a step at a time
Instead, approach life one step at a time, without rushing or overwhelming yourself.
And mind the signs that each day brings
Pay attention to the signs and messages that life presents to you every day.
I'm not saying don't plan, setting goals is imperative
I'm not suggesting that you shouldn't make plans and set goals, as they are crucial for success.
But another human's vision need not alter your narrative
However, someone else's perspective or vision should not dictate or change the path you choose for yourself.
This is your story to tell, so speak it proudly and clear
Your life is your own story to share, so express it confidently and without hesitation.
And when you're seeking guidance I'll be here
Whenever you need guidance, I'll be here to support and assist you.
Time is on your side, she'll be a friend to the end
Time is a valuable ally that will always be there for you until the end.
Don't take her for granted, or take advantage, manage and win
Don't underestimate the importance of time or exploit it, but rather manage it effectively to achieve victory.
Don't gotta plan to begin, but for certain it ain't hurting
While you don't necessarily need a specific plan to start, having one will definitely not cause any harm.
The curtain's open and close and the show goes on for the circuit
Life is like a continuous show, with its ups and downs, and it keeps moving forward.
It's worth it, finding purpose, that's the meaning of life
Discovering your purpose and finding meaning in life is truly worthwhile.
That meaning, you don't need a reason when you're sleeping at night
The meaning of life doesn't require an explanation when you feel content and peaceful while sleeping.
Or when you breathe in the light, or when the heat hits its height
Nor does it need justification when you experience moments of joy or intense emotions.
Or when coldness cuts so deep you feel the teeth in its bite
Similarly, even during challenging times, when you feel the harshness of pain, you don't need a justification for the purpose of life.
You don't need to know why, your friend time's gonna tell ya
You don't always need to know the reasons behind everything; time will eventually reveal them to you.
When she feels it right, in the interim give 'em hell
When time is ready to unveil the answers, seize the opportunity and make the most of the present moment.
Or give 'em heaven I guess, no need to add to the mess
Alternatively, embrace positivity and strive for greatness, without adding unnecessary chaos or complications to your life.
The stress of everyday life can put your faith to the test
The pressures and challenges of daily life can often challenge your faith and resilience.
In the testing, there's blessing, the breadth and depth of the lesson
However, within these tests lie hidden blessings and profound lessons to be learned.
From the curriculum, adult out of an adolescent
Life's experiences shape us, transforming us from naive youths into mature adults.
Wise from inexperienced, lives must be experienced
We gain wisdom from our lack of experience, emphasizing the importance of living life to its fullest.
Before we judge the purpose behind it, we gotta live it
Before we pass judgement on the meaning of life, we must fully embrace and experience it firsthand.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Andrew Carpenter
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