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
Come Alive
Still Time Lyrics
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With the ghosts of America's prime
He's still on our side with a family man's pride
In hopes we will rise once again
So hold us close sweet time
We'll rise once again
These years won't pass us by
So come alive my friends
An old man said \\"I'm alive til I'm dead\\"
So simple but I asked what he meant
He said life and love might be gifts from above
But our happiness comes from within
Life and love might be gifts from above
But our happiness comes from within
So hold us close sweet time
We'll dance once again
These years won't pass us by
So come alive my friends
So come alive my friends
The lyrics of Still Time's song "Come Alive" speak about time and its relationship with human life. The mention of "Father time" refers to time personified as a man. He used to "dance through the night with the ghosts of America's prime", which can be interpreted as a reference to the past when America was at its peak, and time seemed to be on its side. However, the song suggests that time has not abandoned us and is still on our side with a "family man's pride", hoping that we will rise once again. This line emphasizes the connection between time and family, implying that time is precious and that we should treasure the moments we spend with our loved ones.
The chorus "So hold us close sweet time, we'll rise once again. These years won't pass us by, so come alive my friends" echoes the idea of seizing the moment and making the most of our time by coming alive and living life to the fullest. The lyric "An old man said 'I'm alive til I'm dead'" suggests that despite the brevity of human life, true happiness comes from within and is not dependent on external factors such as life and love being gifts from above.
Line by Line Meaning
Father time used to dance through the night
In the past, time seemed to go by quickly just like a dancer performs at night.
With the ghosts of America's prime
During that time, the memories of the golden eras of America exist in the present as a reminder of the past.
He's still on our side with a family man's pride
Time is always with us, and takes pride in being family-oriented and supportive.
In hopes we will rise once again
Looking forward to a better future, hoping for a brighter and prosperous tomorrow.
So hold us close sweet time
We request time to be with us, to support us, and to stay close to us throughout our lives.
We'll rise once again
Together we will overcome our struggles and rise to success once again.
These years won't pass us by
We will make the most of every moment and will not let time slip away without fulfilling our dreams.
So come alive my friends
We invite everyone to awaken their spirits, feel upbeat and lively, and enjoy life to its fullest.
An old man said 'I'm alive til I'm dead'
An older person shared that being alive means that one must live life to the fullest and never give up, regardless of their age.
So simple but I asked what he meant
The statement seemed uncomplicated but I asked the person to explain the thought behind his words.
He said life and love might be gifts from above
Life and love are divine gifts that we receive from the heavens.
But our happiness comes from within
However, our true happiness comes from our own beliefs, thoughts, and feelings, from accepting ourselves and finding contentment within ourselves.
So hold us close sweet time
We ask time to embrace us, be kind to us, and to help us find happiness within ourselves.
We'll dance once again
We will celebrate and be joyful once again, dancing and enjoying life as we move on.
So come alive my friends
We invite everyone to join us and live life with zeal and passion, to create new memories and cherish the ones we make.
Contributed by Jeremiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.