Splashdown consisted of singer/pianist Melissa Kaplan (Universal Hall Pass), electronic programmer Kasson Crooker (later working under the name Symbion Project), and guitarist/bassist Adam Buhler. The trio increased in size to a five- or six-piece group for live shows; these line-ups frequently included drummer Jason Sakos and guitarist Trevor Shand. Buhler and Crooker were in another female-fronted band in the mid-1990s, Sirensong.
When they were together- during the height of file-sharing programs such as Napster- Splashdown was against sharing their songs online. However, due to their break-up and the fact that much of Splashdown's work has never been commercially available, the band and their fans have made efforts to see that Splashdown's music is available for free online. Some such ways have been forums posts, websites, and other points of interest to an internet user. Such link can be found in their Wikipedia entry, or directly from forums posts such as this, which was found on WNA Forums.
Other downloading locations (still online at the beginning of 2009) include
http://www.sadena.com/music/splashdown/
http://www.injected.org/splashdown/downloads.html
http://www.symbionproject.com/instant.html
Pandora
Splashdown Lyrics
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Breaks almond green
Exploding in nightfall's garden
Where lovers play unforseen
Suggestive in movement, sight, and sound
A gentle advancement would be so much more profound
I feel so elated
Would you, would you, would you, would you
Please bring me joy
A chronic desire
Is doomed to bloom in winter
And die with the passing seasons never to return
The lighter the touch, the longer sensation lingers
Too close to empassioned fire
May bring misfortune's burn
Pandora plays with frenzied exaltation
Waiting for my strength to be undone
Indulgence lead my senses to a place
Where joy is a roll in the garden of delights with no hope of spring
Indulgence lead me to a place where joy is waiting for my strength to be undone...
The lyrics of Splashdown's song Pandora paint a vivid picture of a night-time garden where lovers play. The first stanza describes the beauty of the scene: a lavender tide breaking against almond green, creating an explosion of colors. The lovers' movements are suggestive, and the lyrics suggest that a gentle approach would be more profound. The second stanza describes the potential consequences of being too passionate, while the third stanza hints at the dangers of indulgence. The chorus adds a note of optimism, suggesting that joy is possible, but only if approached with care.
The song seems to be exploring the idea of balance in love and desire. The garden is a metaphorical space where these opposing forces can come together, but the lyrics caution against giving in too easily to temptation. This theme is reinforced by the reference to Pandora, the mythological figure who opened a box containing all the evils of the world. The song suggests she is playing with frenzied exaltation, waiting for the singer's strength to be undone. This could be read as a warning against giving in to our darker impulses.
Overall, the lyrics to Splashdown's Pandora are rich with imagery and symbolism. The song seems to explore the nature of desire in a poetic and introspective way, alluding to the dangers of indulgence while still holding out hope for joy.
Line by Line Meaning
A lavender tide
A soothing and calming wave of purple color, like that of lavender
Breaks almond green
Breaking through the lush greenery like the opening of almond fruits
Exploding in nightfall's garden
Illuminating the garden with vibrant colors as the night sets in
Where lovers play unforseen
Where lovers engage in playful intimacy unanticipated by others
Suggestive in movement, sight, and sound
The intimacy is hinted through actions, visuals, and sounds
A gentle advancement would be so much more profound
Slow progression would result in a deeper and more meaningful experience
I do, I do, I do, I do, I
Expressing happiness and excitement with the current situation
I feel so elated
Feeling extremely happy and joyful
Would you, would you, would you, would you
Asking for a favor or request
Please bring me joy
Please provide me with happiness and positivity
A chronic desire
A long-lasting and recurring strong feeling of craving
Is doomed to bloom in winter
Despite the harshness of winter, the desire will still grow and flourish
And die with the passing seasons never to return
But eventually, the desire will subside and never come back
The lighter the touch, the longer sensation lingers
Being gentle will prolong and intensify the sensation
Too close to empassioned fire
Getting too close to passion can have negative consequences
May bring misfortune's burn
It can lead to misfortune and trouble
Pandora plays with frenzied exaltation
A reference to the Greek myth of Pandora who opens a box of evils, but here represents playful and vibrant enjoyment
Waiting for my strength to be undone
Suggesting that the person is yearning for an exciting experience that will overwhelm them
Indulgence lead my senses to a place
Abandoning discipline and letting oneself explore a stimulating experience
Where joy is a roll in the garden of delights with no hope of spring
Finding happiness in a temporary and fleeting moment, without expectations for the future
Contributed by Carter E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Wilbo
I love this song
Aaron Mathias
The mid to late 90s had these amazing gems like Splashdown, Darling Violetta, Chainsuck, 60 Channels among others...
Wilbo
underrated band!
Zach S
I really like this song too, but just feel like there was the potential for a really sick hook for the chorus they never figured out, something that would have gone right after that guitar line at 0:46.