1) Alternating influences fr… Read Full Bio ↴There is a Swell, at least three times:
1) Alternating influences from neo-psychedelia, noise pop, and Ennio Morricone film scores, Swell formed in San Francisco in 1989 when vocalist/guitarist David Freel and drummer Sean Kirkpatrick decided to record an album. Enlisting second guitarist John Dettman and bassist Monte Vallier, the band recorded a self-titled debut album and released it on their own Psycho Specific label in April 1990. After playing live for the first time in August -- a support slot for Mazzy Star at San Francisco's I-Beam -- Swell toured around California, and released a second album, Well?, by February 1992. Though Dettman left the band soon after, Freel and Kirkpatrick soldiered on, receiving an offer from Def American Records to give Well? a wide release one year after its first issue. Adding guitarist Tom Hays to replace Dettman, Swell began recording their third album. The LP, 41, was released by American in November 1993. Subsequent efforts include 1997's Too Many Days Without Thinking and 1998's For All the Beautiful People. Everybody Wants to Know appeared in spring 2001.
2) The Swell are a young prog-rock instrumental trio, based in Melbourne; incorporating media and live generated visuals to their live performances. source: bandcamp
3) Fresh hardcore outfit SWELL from the Netherlands. "Mercy Never Wanted Me" EP out now through Blindsided Records (https://blindsidedrecords.bandcamp.com/)
At Long Last
Swell Lyrics
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There's room to think
I sleep with hope
God is in his place
So pay attention...
This context has changed
There's form to function
I dream of peace...
The lyrics of Swell's song At Long Last appear to be reflective in nature as the artist contemplates the state of the world and their own personal experience. The line "My dream of peace" suggests that the artist longs for an end to conflict and turmoil, perhaps in their personal life or in the broader context of society. The subsequent line "There's room to think" may indicate that the artist has found a sense of clarity or space in which to process their thoughts and emotions, perhaps allowing for a deeper understanding of the world around them.
The lyric "I sleep with hope" suggests that the artist has found a sense of optimism, perhaps after a period of uncertainty, and that they are able to rest easy knowing that things will work out in the end. The line "God is in his place" may refer to a sense of divine intervention or comfort, or simply an acknowledgment that there is a higher power at work in the world. The final line "So pay attention..." may serve as a call to action, encouraging listeners to be present in their own lives and pay attention to the world around them.
Overall, Swell's At Long Last seems to be a poignant reflection on the artist's personal journey towards peace and clarity, and a call to all listeners to pay attention and take action in their own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
My dream of peace
The hope of achieving inner tranquility
There's room to think
Enough space for contemplation and reflection
I sleep with hope
Going to bed with a positive outlook for the future
God is in his place
Belief that a higher power is in control
So pay attention...
A call to focus and be mindful of the present moment
This context has changed
The situation has evolved and shifted
There's form to function
Structure and purpose have emerged
I know what to do
Having a clear direction or plan of action
I dream of peace...
The aspiration for a harmonious existence
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DAVID FREEL, MONTE VALLIER, SEAN KIRKPATRICK
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Fjodor Garrincha
I think that Sean Kirkpatrick was as important for SWELL, as was Stephen Morris for JOY DEVISION & NEW ORDER. Both drummers are underrated, because they were the strong and pulsating foundations of these groups.
Matthias Gugelmann
The first Swell tune I ever heard on MTV 120 minutes. I've been an addict ever since. This is how music should sound! Miss them !!
david chatelain
Thanks for this,i miss swell so much!
i'm gonna make a tribute all by myself because
this band is incredible!SAN FRANCISCO is the scene
since the 90!I'll grab my guitar now,like everybody should!!
David Verlinden
They're just fantastic....they'll be back soon......
F. Hawk
Awesome moody track. I love the groove this song has, everything fits in perfectly.
If you get time check out Lucid Rivers
BunnymanVids
This video and the one for 'Forget About Jesus" are amazing!!
monsieur boeuf de tête
those are my two favorite swell tracks too... they both remind me of the 90's big time :)
Toddy 69
R. I. P.
This band was really unique.
Midweeker's Comics
Rest in Peace, David.
Phunk Promotion
Fantastic