Since forming in 2… Read Full Bio ↴San Luis Obispo, California, USA (2004 - present)
Since forming in 2004, Still Time has made the transition from local notoriety to a rapidly growing regional and national presence through a dedicated grass roots and word of mouth process. Still Time began carving out a name for themselves in the San Luis Obispo, California bar and college scene as their music spread through rough-cut songs passed from fan to fan. By 2006, Still Time was playing to a regularly sold out house at San Luis Obispo's most popular music venue, Downtown Brewing Co., and began touring across the West Coast.
With their music being hard to place into any one genre, Still Time's sound is best defined as groove rock with an eclectic mix of instruments such as; harmonica, mandolin, slide guitar and upright bass. With a unique style reminiscent of dynamic artists such as Ben Harper, Van Morrison and Dave Matthews Band, Still Time offers a positive, high-energy show that appeals to many different musical tastes and backgrounds. They have had the opportunity to entertain at a broad range of venues, from small, intimate acoustic sets to festivals with several thousand attendees. This diverse style and live performance has allowed them to share the stage with a variety of artists such as Ziggy Marley, Michael Franti & Spearhead, UB40, Steel Pulse, Ozomatli, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Robert Randolph, Mad Caddies, Pepper, Strung Out, ALO, David Lindley, Jackie Greene, etc.
The band's debut album "Stream of Consciousness", released independently in 2007 under their own record label When It Hits Records, was quickly embraced by fans, putting the single "High Tide" in the 1 spot on San Luis Obispo radio station New Rock 107.3 for over 7 weeks. The album reflects the bands' ability to connect with audiences of all ages and backgrounds and has sold several thousand copies.
With the release of their second album "See America" in May 2009, Still Time continues to progress with their cross-generational sound. To capture the right feel for each song, the album was written and recorded in multiple locations throughout the West Coast including an abandoned boxcar on the coast of Oregon, a forrest in the hills of Santa Cruz, an empty mansion in San Francisco, and an after hours bar in San Luis Obispo. The album was then mixed by Grammy Award winning engineer Fred Vogler, at the world famous Ocean Way Studios in Hollywood, California.
With musical stylings far beyond their years, the experience that Still Time provides is comparable to a day at the beach with close friends, great times, deep conversations, and contemplation. It's this experience along with a feeling of community that Still Time hopes to always provide for their diverse fan base.
Think Dave Matthews impromptu harmonica solos with Jimmy Page in his element, but better. Think Sublime flow while slowly biking alongside the velvety sands of Negril, but better.
- Julia David, Urban Climber
The best band to come out of the lively Central California Coast...
- Mi2N
Stream of Consciousness--a highly polished collection of 14 tracks--also represents the band's new maturity as artists.
- Glen Starky, SLO New Times
9 To 5
Still Time Lyrics
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When my work won't grab me
From the pull of the outside world
And there's a song we sing
Leaves us always burning
For them things we've yet to find
We'll be young always
We know when it's time
To be working on a twelve pack instead of 9 to 5
And 9 to 5 gives us the fuel for the ride
As we cruise through this life past them speed limit signs
We've seen a few drunken nights and some stories unfold
We've set down the stress and replaced with a brew
Don't quit your day job, but take a few breaks
Not just for sleep or for sanity's sake
But for waters uncharted and the good friends of old
For the love of the ladies, and the bullshit we've sold
Put down them papers, empty those minds
Turn up the music it's time to unwind
I got some time on my side and the world to see
It's just a few of my friends and the song that we sing
Sing it
We won't stop believing
We'll be young always
We know when it's time
To be working on a twelve pack instead of 9 to 5
I am found sometimes
When my reason leaves me
Taken over by the pull of the outside world
And there's a song we sing
Leaves us always yearning
For them things we've yet to find
The song "9 to 5" by Still Time is all about taking a break from the mundane routine of working a 9 to 5 job to enjoy life, hang out with friends and have a good time. The lyrics express how sometimes the outside world can be so distracting that we can get lost in it, but there is a song that always brings us back to reality. The song talks about the idea of always wanting something more, something we've yet to find, which keeps us burning inside. It is all about living in the moment, enjoying life, freeing ourselves from the stress of our day to day lives, and taking time to unwind and explore.
The song emphasizes the idea of taking a few breaks in life, not just for sleep or sanity's sake, but also to explore the waters uncharted and rekindle with good old friends. It encourages listeners to turn up the music and unwind. With the words "put down those papers, empty those minds" the song's message is clear - stop stressing and live in the moment. The lyrics highlight the importance of taking time to unwind and find love and joy in life, instead of being tied to our day jobs.
In conclusion, the song "9 to 5" by Still Time is a reminder to get out and explore, to break out of the monotony of our daily lives and to focus on living life to the fullest. It is a song that inspires listeners to find love and happiness in the moment, to enjoy good times and to treasure their friends.
Line by Line Meaning
I get lost sometimes
When my work won't grab me
From the pull of the outside world
Sometimes, I lose focus when my work fails to capture my attention and I get pulled away by the distractions of the outside world.
And there's a song we sing
Leaves us always burning
For them things we've yet to find
There's a song we love to sing that inspires us to keep searching for the things we haven't yet discovered, igniting a passion within us.
We won't stop believing
We'll be young always
We know when it's time
To be working on a twelve pack instead of 9 to 5
We won't give up on our aspirations, we'll maintain a youthful spirit always, and we know when it's appropriate to unwind with friends and a twelve-pack, instead of always working a traditional 9-to-5 job.
And 9 to 5 gives us the fuel for the ride
As we cruise through this life past them speed limit signs
We've seen a few drunken nights and some stories unfold
We've set down the stress and replaced with a brew
Our 9-to-5 jobs provide us with the means to live our lives, keep our tanks fueled as we speed down the road of life, having experienced wild drunken nights and creating memories, and we choose to leave the stress behind and trade it in for a beer.
Don't quit your day job, but take a few breaks
Not just for sleep or for sanity's sake
But for waters uncharted and the good friends of old
For the love of the ladies, and the bullshit we've sold
Don't abandon your job, but be sure to take some time off, not just for rest and mental health, but also to explore uncharted territories and reunite with old friends. Do it for the love of life's pleasures and the stuff we've sold ourselves on.
Put down them papers, empty those minds
Turn up the music it's time to unwind
I got some time on my side and the world to see
It's just a few of my friends and the song that we sing
Sing it
Put aside your work, clear your head, and turn up the music to find peace and relaxation in the company of a few close friends. You have time to explore the world, and all that matters is enjoying the moment and singing along to our favorite tune.
I am found sometimes
When my reason leaves me
Taken over by the pull of the outside world
There are times when I feel a strong inward sense of peace and clarity, but it is fleeting and fades when I'm overwhelmed by the distractions and chaos of the outside world.
And there's a song we sing
Leaves us always yearning
For them things we've yet to find
Our favorite song stirs an inner longing within us, inspiring us to pursue the things we haven't yet discovered, and fueling our sense of purpose and desire to seek out new experiences.
Contributed by Colin N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kevin Ebberts
This was the best Bar-Rock band in San Luis Obispo, CA, saw them at least 15 times when I went to school at Cal Poly. Their albums are on iTunes, sooo good.
thijssie1987
true genuine music. Thank you for this amazing song!
JeezusStoleMyBike
Haven't heard you guys since you played with Forrest Day and I can't wait for the show at Harlow's next year <3
Zen2Motion
Such a great song!
Spencer Tanner
my bro saw theses guys at a show in San diego and got their demo and showed it to me. love the song. great song to play while drinkin w/ ur friends. anyone know where i can get the mp3?
Shorty's
Chris playing like a champ here!! Still love this jam
lillies18
Saw these guys for the first time at farmer's market in San Luis Obispo in 2008! I had never heard them before then, been hooked since!
Adam Ramirez
I saw them in 08-09 in San Angelo TX at a dive bar. My boys and I were at BWW and they were there drinking and invited us to their shoe. The rocked that place. Angelo is a good pit stop for artist going to ACL as they were. Wish they still made music
Glenn グレン
Damn, loving that bassline
Bryan Hofferd
Amazing. My wife and I have this song for our wedding video... Bummer to see them split. Check out Moonshiners! It's the followup