Spring: British band (1970's)
Spring were a Leicester-based British progressive rock band that represented the early 1970s progressive rock movement.
A one-shot band, it recorded only one album in its career, a self-titled LP released in 1971. Spring's music is notable for the use of the mellotron with three of the its five members credited with playing that instrument on the album.
Members[edit]
Spring originally consisted of Pat Moran (vocals), Ray Martinez (guitars), Kips Brown (keyboards), Pick Withers (drums) and Adrian Maloney (bass), all of whom had previously played in various local Leicester bands.
A turning point in Spring's fortunes happened after a gig in Cardiff, when the band's van broke down somewhere in the Welsh countryside, coincidentally very near where producer/engineer Kingsley Ward had recently set up Rockfield Studios. Ward would later marvel at the "coincidence of meeting a group with a broken down truck in your own home town when you have previously spent months traipsing around the country in search of talent". He was particularly intrigued by the fact that they owned a Mellotron, and "invited them down the following week for an audition with my brother Charles and myself", the outcome of which was "good enough for us to want to be involved with them". Several demo sessions followed. The band were rehearsing at Rockfield when producer Gus Dudgeon (of David Bowie and Elton John fame) dropped by to check the studio out, heard them play and expressed interest in producing them. A few months later, sessions took place at both Rockfield and London's Trident Studios, and the resulting album was released on the RCA/Neon label in 1971.
In spite of supporting Velvet Underground on a UK tour, plus Keith Christmas and The Sutherland Brothers on various dates, the band broke up in 1972 following aborted attempts at recording a second album. Two previously unreleased songs from these sessions (featuring new bassist Peter Decindis) appeared on The Laser's Edge's 1992 CD reissue of the album, along with "Fool's Gold" from the first album sessions. Moran later worked as sound engineer at Rockfield Studios, notably for Van der Graaf Generator and Robert Plant; he died in early 2011. Martinez became an in-demand session guitarist, working with the likes of Alkatraz, Michael Chapman, Gypsy, Tim Rose and Robert Plant. Pick Withers later became the drummer for Dire Straits, playing on their first four records. Kips Brown became a session musician, playing with Andy Fairweather Low and others, and was in a later band called 'Wellington'. Adrian Moloney returned to the Midlands, where he worked alongside several well-known artists and groups. A solo career as a jobbing musician and minor impresario took him all over the Midlands, and also to Tenerife for several summer seasons. He was working right up to his premature death in 2010.
Pat Moran became a notable Record Producer and worked with Lou Gramm, Robert Plant Iggy Pop, Edie Brickell and the new Bohemians as well as many others. For verification check Pat's obituary in the Guardian newspaper. On 25 May 2015 a double CD of Spring released on Esoteric Records, a part of Cherry Red Records, London. For verification you can check Tarantula recordings, a part of Bucks Music Group, London.
Pat Moran - vocals, mellotron
Ray Martinez - 6- and 12-string guitars, mellotron
Kips Brown - piano, organ, mellotron
Adrian "Bone" Maloney - bass
Pick Withers - drums, glockenspiel
Spring: Belgian band
Spring was a band consisting of young people. The band was formed around a television soap with the same name, where also a band named Spring played. However, the real band had different band members than in the TV show.
Members[edit]
Anneleen Liégeois
Cara Van der Auwera
Dami Corlazzoli
Jelle Cleymans
(Lyrics where all written by Hans Bourlon and Gert Verhulst - Music by Johan Vanden Eede)
Spring: British band (2022)
Spring is a band formed in Southend in 2022. They have released one single and one EP.
Members:
Rivers Bixby
Chris Molen
Gracie Kinsler
Rogan McGarry
Spring: Swiss band - Released an EP in 1996 - The Second Spring
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Spring Lyrics
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Both in water and in flame
In passion and in pain
I surrender to the structure
To what's stable and what's sane
What's here and what's unchanging
I called outward to the stranger
He called back and by my name
A synchromystic game
I have a partner
I have her to keep me tame
My unremitting flame
Split myself in two I'm tested
I saw myself about the lake house
I saw the sunset I was by you
I let you know that I'm awake now
And I removed myself completely
The strangest way to bring you back around
Unnecessary complication
I's born a pisces and I hate it
What more can I lend
I'm a fire burning bad
I've been saying
But it never came to pass
Now I guess it finally has
Tribulation I've been in it's throws
And if you were in too
Then you never let it show
In a vague way of filtering what I say
Can you look into my eyes and say we're not safe
I'm engaged and excited by what's not defined
Charmed by the siren disguised
Split my life in two I'm baptized
Both in water and in flame
In passion and in pain
I surrender to the torment
To what's heavenly and bane
What's here and what's unchanging
I called outward to the stranger
He called back and by my name
Another simulation
Synchromystic game
I have a partner
I have her to keep me tame
My unremitting flame
In these lyrics, the artist describes a profound transformation and duality in their life. They speak of splitting their life in two, symbolizing a significant turning point or rebirth. This split is portrayed as being not only baptized in water, but also baptized in flame, representing both purification and a passionate intensity. The artist acknowledges surrendering to the structure, stability, and sanity of their existence, embracing what is unchanging and reliable.
The reference to calling out to a stranger and receiving a response by their name suggests an encounter or connection that feels almost fated or synchronistic. This encounter is likened to a simulation or game, perhaps implying that life can sometimes feel like an orchestrated experience. The presence of a partner is mentioned, highlighting their role in keeping the artist grounded and tamed, which is personified as an unremitting flame.
The second paragraph delves into a personal test or challenge that the artist goes through. They describe seeing themselves by a lake house and experiencing a moment of introspection during a sunset, likely symbolizing a deep self-reflection. This awakening prompts them to remove themselves completely, which seems to indicate a detachment from a situation or an emotional connection. The artist expresses frustration toward the complications that arise unnecessarily and mentions being born under the zodiac sign Pisces, implying a dislike for the emotional complexity associated with it.
The third paragraph touches on the artist's desire for change and their heightened state of being. They describe themselves as a fire burning badly, potentially alluding to their internal struggles or inner turmoil. The artist acknowledges having repeatedly spoken about their desires, but those desires never came to fruition until now. This indicates that something they have longed for has finally materialized, but it came with tribulations and challenges. The artist suggests that if others were going through similar difficulties, they did not show it. This highlights the theme of hidden pain and the artist's sense of isolation in their struggles.
The final paragraph further explores the artist's complex nature and their fascination with ambiguity and uncertainty. They mention filtering their words and expressing themselves vaguely, possibly due to a fear of vulnerability or a desire to maintain a sense of safety. Despite this caution, they desire someone to acknowledge their vulnerability and reassure them that they are safe. The artist expresses engagement and excitement towards what is undefined, suggesting a willingness to explore the unknown. They mention being charmed by a siren in disguise, symbolizing allure and temptation.
Overall, these lyrics portray a journey of self-discovery, transformation, and the complexities of human emotions. The artist navigates between stability and intensity, surrendering to both torment and heavenly experiences. They seek connection, understanding, and a sense of safety in a world that often feels simulational and uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
Split my life in two I'm baptized
I have experienced a significant division in my life, and I have undergone a spiritual rebirth
Both in water and in flame
This rebirth has involved both purification and intense passion
In passion and in pain
Throughout this journey, I have experienced intense emotions, both positive and negative
I surrender to the structure
I acknowledge and embrace the stability and order in my life
To what's stable and what's sane
I am drawn to and seek comfort in what is reliable and mentally sound
What's here and what's unchanging
I embrace things that are present and consistent, seeking a sense of permanence
I called outward to the stranger
I reached out to someone unfamiliar, seeking connection and understanding
He called back and by my name
They responded to me, recognizing and acknowledging my individuality
Another simulation
This encounter felt like a simulated or orchestrated experience
A synchromystic game
It seemed as though there was a deeper, hidden meaning or synchronicity behind it
I have a partner
I have someone in my life who shares a deep connection with me
I have her to keep me tame
This person helps keep me grounded and balanced
My unremitting flame
My intense passion and drive continue to burn tirelessly
Split myself in two I'm tested
I have challenged and pushed myself by creating a division within me
I saw myself about the lake house
I had a moment of self-reflection by a lake house
I saw the sunset I was by you
I witnessed a beautiful sunset with you by my side
I let you know that I'm awake now
I expressed to you that I am now fully aware and conscious
And I removed myself completely
I detached myself entirely from a situation or circumstance
The strangest way to bring you back around
In an unexpected manner, I somehow managed to regain your attention
Unnecessary complication
I realize that the complications that arose were avoidable and unnecessary
I's born a pisces and I hate it
I was born under the zodiac sign of Pisces, and I have mixed feelings about it
What more can I lend
I have given all that I can offer
I'm a fire burning bad
I am a passionate and intense individual, but sometimes this intensity can have negative consequences
I've been saying
I have been expressing and vocalizing my thoughts and desires
But it never came to pass
Unfortunately, my words and wishes did not come to fruition
Now I guess it finally has
But now, unexpectedly, it seems that my desires have finally come true
Tribulation I've been in it's throws
I have been deeply immersed in a time of great difficulty and struggle
And if you were in too
If you were also experiencing these challenges
Then you never let it show
You never displayed or revealed your own struggles
In a vague way of filtering what I say
I find myself speaking with a sense of ambiguity and caution
Can you look into my eyes and say we're not safe
Can you honestly assess the situation and confirm that we are not secure or protected
I'm engaged and excited by what's not defined
I am intrigued and enthusiastic about the unknown and undefined aspects of life
Charmed by the siren disguised
I am captivated by the alluring and deceptive nature of something or someone
I surrender to the torment
I willingly submit myself to the pain and anguish
To what's heavenly and bane
To both the heavenly and destructive aspects of life
What's here and what's unchanging
I embrace the present and the constants, seeking stability
I called outward to the stranger
I reached out to someone unfamiliar, seeking connection
He called back and by my name
They responded to me, acknowledging my individuality
Another simulation
This connection felt like a simulated or orchestrated experience
Synchromystic game
There seems to be a deeper, hidden meaning or synchronicity behind it
I have a partner
I have someone in my life who shares a deep connection with me
I have her to keep me tame
This person helps keep me grounded and balanced
My unremitting flame
My intense passion and drive continue to burn tirelessly
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Adam McIlwee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Clown From The Year 9998
These instruments are amazing! Definitely looks like something that my uncle would be interested in.
A Crow
how do you not have more subsribers?! these bops got me dancin'
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epic I never seen any type of instrument like that!
Scott y
Springs are so amazing and you guys get the best out of them