Leaving crowds inspired and often open-mouthed in their wake, this is not live dubstep to be taken lightly. The members have all cut their teeth on live dub, funk, reggae, jazz and even grime bands previously, so are no strangers to complex rhythm or rootical bass. Having been formed in early 2009 as an experimental live project, the band have quickly established themselves as one of the most exciting up-and-coming acts this year.
Expect to hear blissful tones and weighty sub-bass, interwoven with tight rhythmic intensity from this incredibly talented outfit.
© Submotion 2010
(2) The seven-piece electronic/jazz ensemble Submotion Orchestra combined an eclectic mix of bass, soul, ambient electronica, jazz, and dub, which was complemented by the sultry vocals of singer Ruby Wood. The project began at the request of York Arts Council, when they asked founding members Tommy Evans (Gentleman's Dub Club) and Dom "Ruckspin" Howard (Author) to compose a classical/dub crossover piece to be performed at York Minster in 2009. After the success of that particular show, Evans and Howard returned to their hometown of Leeds, U.K., with a new musical vision and enough contacts to assemble the right musicians for the job.
Submotion Orchestra were revered for their energetic live shows, first on a local level at their weekly residency at Leeds bar Hukaz. They soon hit the U.K. festival trail, where their music and the feel-good atmosphere they promoted made them a firm festival favorite. By 2011 they had released their debut album, Finest Hour, via Ranking Records, gaining the support of BBC Radio 6 DJ Gilles Peterson, who would continue to endorse their music for many years to come. The second album, Fragments, was released only a year later. After its release, Ninja Tune offshoot label Counter Records approached the band about releasing future material, leading to third album Alium (2014) and fourth album Colour Theory (2016). ~ Liam Martin
Hymn for Him
Submotion Orchestra Lyrics
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Grounded he can't stay
Holding on where he was from
Lost his grip it's gone
Touching not an empty void
Empty voices heard
A child is lost in life
Falling un-aware
A hymn for him
Hits the ground no breath no sound
Suddenly he's gone
Leaves a hole with friends and foe
Lived until the end
Living life to reach the sky
Grounded he can't stay
Holding on where he was from
Lost his grip its gone
The lyrics of Submotion Orchestra's song Hymn for Him explore the theme of a person's aspirations and struggles in life. The first two lines speak of a person who is striving to reach great heights in their life, but is unable to remain grounded in the present. They are so focused on their goals that they lose touch with the reality of their current situation. The next few lines talk about how this person is clinging on to their past, but eventually loses their grip and feels lost.
The next verse speaks of a child who is lost in life and needs guidance and trust from those around them. However, they fall into a void and become unaware of everything around them. The chorus then comes in, with the phrase "A hymn for him", which can be interpreted as a prayer or tribute to this lost person. The final verse talks about how this person eventually passes away, leaving a void that affects both friends and foes. The last few lines repeat the same sentiment from the beginning - that this person was living their life to reach the sky, but was unable to hold on and ultimately lost their grip.
Overall, the song seems to be inviting the listener to reflect on the fleeting nature of dreams and how important it is to hold onto what is truly important - our connections with others and the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Living life to reach the sky
Motivated to achieve greatness, striving for success
Grounded he can't stay
Unable to be content with the present or the status quo
Holding on where he was from
Clutching onto past experiences, afraid to let go
Lost his grip it's gone
Failing to maintain control, losing what once was held dear
Touching not an empty void
Attempting to fill a void, but getting nothing in return
Empty voices heard
Being influenced by shallow, meaningless words
A child is lost in life
A person who may be struggling to find their way or purpose
we trust
Believing that things will work out, having faith in life
Falling un-aware
Losing sight of one's surroundings, unaware of danger or consequences
A hymn for him
A tribute or lament for the person described in the song
Hits the ground no breath no sound
Dying suddenly and without warning
Suddenly he's gone
Passing away unexpectedly
Leaves a hole with friends and foe
The person's absence is felt by everyone, regardless of their relationship
Lived until the end
Continued to persevere and fight until the very end of life
Contributed by Andrew L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@DualThunder
my favourite track on the album
@artemgubarev8667
Очень-очень красиво.
@shanecullen4766
Love it
@4fun3k
awesome melo.. I CAN FLY !!
@THINKTHATIMKOBE
Thanks Reddit.