1. Growing up on Hono, a small island outside Gothenburg, Andreas was influenced by his father's love of electronic music. Artists such as Brian Eno and 60's soundtrack experimentalist David Axelrod inspired Andreas to create progressive and original tracks. Another major influence is jazz legend Herbie Hancock, who motivated Andreas to master improvisation skills on his first instrument, the keyboard.
Andreas started playing the piano at the age of six and discovered techno and other experimental music at the age of 14. Today Andreas is involved in several projects. His Swell Session moniker on Hollow recordings has received acclaim from the likes of Gilles Peterson, Les Gammas and LTJ Bukem.
Not one to be confined to a particular style, Andreas records techno for SLS and Fleebite and with his partner Jonatan has an experimental pop duo, Saagolime.
2. Stateless are Chris James (lead vocals, keyboards, guitars), kidkanevil (turntables, sampling, programming), Justin Percival (bass, vocals) and Dave Levin (drums). Their self titled debut album was released on July 16th 2007 on !K7, whilst their sophomore release 'Matilda' was released 21 February 2011 on Ninja Tune. kidkanevil also releases solo work, see www.kidkanevilofficial.com for more info.
Running Out
Stateless Lyrics
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Pacified hell, just don't scratch the surface
Away, away, you're running out, you're running out
You're running out, you're running out
How long before you crack?
How long before you turn back?
She knows you too well, she'll watch your every move
Better to not know than to endure this silence
Always, always
How long before you crack?
How long before you turn back?
Your ground will fall from under your feet
Your sky will crumble in, you will be swallowed alive
You're running out, you're running out
How long before you crack?
How long before you turn back?
How long before you crack?
How long before you turn back?
You turn back
You turn back
You turn back
The lyrics of Stateless's song "Running out" deal with the internal struggle of a person who is gradually losing control of their emotions and fears, and is feeling trapped in their own mind. The opening lines, "Can you lie still without making a sound?" set the mood for the entire song, and imply the tension that the person is feeling. The next line, "Pacified hell, just don't scratch the surface" suggests that the person is trying to keep a lid on their emotions, to avoid causing damage or chaos.
The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "You're running out, you're running out," adds to the sense of desperation and impending doom. The questions "How long before you crack?" and "How long before you turn back?" are directed at the person themselves, as they question their own ability to hold themselves together. The mention of a woman who knows the person well adds to the idea of being trapped, being watched, and not being able to escape.
The final lines, "Your ground will fall from under your feet, Your sky will crumble in, you will be swallowed alive," are perhaps the most bleak and despairing of all. They suggest that the person is facing a catastrophic collapse of their own world, and that they are powerless to prevent it.
The song as a whole reflects on the theme of control, and how fragile and illusory it can be. It speaks to the fear that many people have of losing control, and the associated sense of panic, frustration, and desperation that can follow. It also touches on the idea of being watched, judged, and confined, which can exacerbate feelings of anxiety and helplessness.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you lie still without making a sound?
Can you stay immobile without uttering a word?
Pacified hell, just don't scratch the surface
A seemingly calm and peaceful environment, but you know it is a chaotic mess just beneath the surface
Away, away, you're running out, you're running out
You're trying to escape or get away, but time is running out
You're running out, you're running out
Reinforcing the idea that time is running out and you need to act fast
How long before you crack?
How long before you break or lose control?
How long before you turn back?
How long before you give up and return to a previous state?
She knows you too well, she'll watch your every move
Someone close to you is very familiar with your behavior and will monitor your actions closely
Better to not know than to endure this silence
It's better to be oblivious to the truth than to suffer in the silence of doubt
Always, always
A repeated emphasis on the idea that things will remain the same
Your ground will fall from under your feet
Your stable foundation will crumble leaving you without support
Your sky will crumble in, you will be swallowed alive
The apparent serenity in the sky will come crashing down, engulfing you whole
You turn back
You give up and return to a previous state
You turn back
Continuing to describe giving up and returning to a previous state
You turn back
Reemphasizing the idea of giving up and returning to a previous state
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TYLER JAMES, MATT MARSTON
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