The band began to record in Brussels in the last few months of 2012 of what would soon be their debut album. During their career, they have released five singles which have received critical acclaim. They released their debut album Where the Heaven Are We on August 5, 2013. It was originally meant to be on 29 July, but it was moved to a later date for unknown reasons.
Their music has been described as "Beach grunge". the band often get mentioned in the same sentence as fellow Birmingham bands Peace and Troumaca who also make slacker beach rock.
Swim Deep formed in 2010 with Austin Williams, Tom 'Higgy' Higgins and Wolfgang J Harte. The band went through multiple drummers until they eventually recruited Austin's best friend Zachary Robinson on drums who, at the time, was playing in a band called Cajole Cajole. On the subject, Austin said, “We thought it was a long shot but we’d just lost another drummer so we asked Zach if he wanted to join our band and he said yeah. That was one of the best things that happened, to be honest.” After a few months, Harte announced that he was leaving the band and the band played as a three piece until they recruited Cavan McCarthy, the merchandise seller from fellow Birmingham band, Peace. The band put some demos up on Soundcloud, "Isla Vista" and "Santa Maria", in 2011.
In 2012, Swim Deep signed with Chess Club and released their debut single, "King City", in May 2012. After a UK tour with Spector in November/December 2012, the band went to Brussels to record their debut album with producer Charlie Hugall. They released their second single, "Honey", in November which got them well critical acclaim and is usually associated with the band. NME magazine said that "the best bits of the Birmingham mob’s latest cut have the pull of a star-spangled whirlpool that’ll suck you back into the late ’80s."
2010-2012: Formation and record deal
They have played shows with Splashh, Spector, Citizens! and the Mystery Jets. The band also accompanied Two Door Cinema Club on their February 2013 UK tour, alongside Bastille. In February 2013, a video was released for their next single "The Sea". The single was released the month after on 7" vinyl and download, backed with a cover of "Down by the Seaside". In May 2013 they released their fourth single "She Changes the Weather", along with an EP of the same name.
2013-2014: Where the Heaven Are We
In early May, Swim Deep put the pre-order links up on their official store. Where the Heaven Are We is due to be released in August, 2013, on 12" vinyl, CD and digital download. Limited edition signed vinyl are also to be released featuring a 7" of two early demos. A Japan only EP was released in May titled Sun on My Back made up of early demos, B-sides and "King City". In June, the band released a new video for the re-release of "King City". The single is due for release in July. In July 2013 it was revealed that the deluxe edition of Where the Heaven Are We would feature a bonus track "Crush".
2014-2017: Mothers
Following tours throughout 2013 to support their debut album, the band began recording their second album in London in September 2014. In December, they returned to Brussels to continue their progress. They finished recording in January 2015. They released "To My Brother", the first single from the second record, in February. "To My Brother" was noted by critics for its marked change in direction, with many picking up on the unexpected influence of acid house music. Speaking to DIY Magazine, Austin addressed the band's dramatic new direction: "I feel like we’re all shaving our heads and going to war with this record." The second single from the album, "One Great Song and I Could Change the World", was released in April 2015.
In June 2015, the band announced Mothers, their sophomore album, would be released 19 September. The album release was later delayed until 2 October. Mothers, heavily influenced by acid house and techno, received positive reviews from critics, with a Metacritic score of 79. NME's Rhian Daly described "Namaste" as "a great big bolt of pop that’s impossible to ignore".DIY Magazine's Stephen Ackroyd said that "Fueiho Boogie" "explodes time and time again into increasingly more ridiculous krautrock techno extravaganzas." In December 2015, Swim Deep toured North America with The 1975.
2018-: Untitled third album
Swim Deep confirmed they were recording their third album in July 2018. The band confirmed the departures of long-serving members Zachary Robinson and Tom Higgins in a statement. Captioning a photograph of a new-look Swim Deep on the beach, they said: “We’re off to a studio by the sea to finally finish the album we’ve been dreaming of our whole lives and we’re so ready to share it with you.”
Members:
Austin "Ozzy" Williams - vocals, guitar, keys, percussion (2010–present)
Cavan "Cav" McCarthy - bass guitar, backing vocals (2012–present)
James Balmont - keys, percussion, guitar, backing vocals (2013–present)
Robbie Wood - guitar, backing vocals (2017-present)
Past members:
James "Wolfgang" Harte - bass guitar, backing vocals (2010-2012)
Johnny Aries - live keys and live percussion (2013)
Tom "Higgy Pop" Higgins - guitar, backing vocals (2010–2018)
Zachary "Zach" Robinson - drums, percussion, backing vocals (2011–2018)
She Changes the Weather
Swim Deep Lyrics
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She grows the flowers in my mind,
She makes it shine in my mood.
She makes me trip,
The words just fall out of my lips,
And I forgot how to lie.
A song reminds me
As I track my life
Seen it all but I've seen nothing yet
Cause I forget
Do I know or do I think I know?
It's so real, it's so clear.
She takes my time and I don't mind
She makes me feel like
Like I can see for miles.
She changes the weather in my world
Seems like it's never getting cold.
It's OK, it's not obvious
Cause what you say will make my day
Rid of consequence
It's so real, but it's so clear.
She takes my time and I don't mind
She makes me feel like
Like I can see for miles.
She changes the weather in my world
Seems like we're never getting old.
She takes my time and I don't mind
She makes me feel like
Like I can see for miles.
She changes the weather in my world
Seems like it's never getting cold.
The lyrics to Swim Deep's song "She Changes the Weather" depict a love song in which the singer describes the impact that his significant other has on his life. The first verse talks about how she makes him feel, and her influence is so strong that he feels like he's tripping and that words just fall out of his lips. He describes her effect on him as making it easy to articulate his emotions and forget how to lie. He continues with a nostalgic mention of a song that reminds him of his life and makes everything seem simple; the chorus talks about how she takes his time and changes the weather in his world so that it never gets cold.
The second verse further describes her influence, expressing that he's seen everything but nothing like the impact she has on his life. The line "Do I know or do I think I know?" indicates that he's questioning his own understanding of himself and the world around him. However, he finds that her impact is so real and clear that it supersedes any doubts he may have. The chorus repeats, and the outro has the same lyrics. The song's overall tone is positive and is about appreciating the singer's partner's contribution to his life.
Line by Line Meaning
She takes my time
She consumes my thoughts and attention
She grows the flowers in my mind
She inspires creativity and positive thoughts in me
She makes it shine in my mood
She brightens my mood and makes me feel happy
She makes me trip
She overwhelms me with emotions and causes me to lose my composure
The words just fall out of my lips
I speak my thoughts and feelings freely and without hesitation
And I forgot how to lie
She makes me feel so comfortable and honest that I no longer need to pretend or hide things
A song reminds me
Music triggers memories and emotions within me
As I track my life
Reflecting on my experiences and personal growth
It's easy as 369, 369.
Life can be simple and easygoing
Seen it all but I've seen nothing yet
I have experienced a lot, but there is still so much more to come
Cause I forget
I sometimes overlook things or take them for granted
Do I know or do I think I know?
Questioning my knowledge and understanding of things
It's so real, it's so clear
Feeling a sense of clarity and sincerity
She makes me feel like / Like I can see for miles
She brings a sense of clarity and optimism to my life
She changes the weather in my world / Seems like it's never getting cold.
She has a positive impact on my life and makes everything feel warm and bright
It's OK, it's not obvious
It may not be apparent to others, but my connection with her is still meaningful
Cause what you say will make my day / Rid of consequence
Her words and actions have a profound effect on me, and I am unconcerned with any potential consequences
She changes the weather in my world / Seems like we're never getting old
She brings constant positivity and vitality into my life, making it feel timeless and vibrant
Writer(s): Austin Williams Copyright: Touch Tones Music Ltd.
Contributed by Benjamin M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@hannaja8674
"She takes my time,
She grows the flowers in my mind,
She makes it shine in my mood.
She makes me trip,
The words just fall out of my lips,
And I forgot how to lie.
A song reminds me
As I track my life
It's easy as 369, 369.
Seen it all but I've seen nothing yet
Cause I forget
Do I know or do I think I know?
It's so real, it's so clear.
She takes my time and I don't mind
She makes me feel like
Like I can see for miles.
She changes the weather in my world
Seems like it's never getting cold.
It's OK, it's not obvious
Cause what you say will make my day
Rid of consequence
It's so real, but it's so clear.
She takes my time and I don't mind
She makes me feel like
Like I can see for miles.
She changes the weather in my world
Seems like we're never getting old.
She takes my time and I don't mind
She makes me feel like
Like I can see for miles.
She changes the weather in my world
Seems like it's never getting cold."
I love <3
@inFamousBeatbasher
Whoever directed this, this is pure art, really feeling the video.
@moonwitch6799
it must be beautiful to have a boy crazy in love with you the way this lyrics says..the way the boy rests on her shoulder and looks at her while she's about two swim..THIS SONG IS AMAZING
@timbit1996
literally every guy with a crush
@marselijaneredford3161
Falling in love with someone who is drowning, or rather, dying. Not being able to help them because they won't let you love them, but simultaneously, drowning with them; eternally trapped in the irretrievable infatuation you have with them, until they eventually move on or pass away without you.
@saefyre5267
Been in a long relationship like this. It's one of the most painful things ever...
@blakelevario6732
Raine I just got out of one like this not too long ago. Tell me it gets better?
@saefyre5267
Josh Levario It definitely does get better, you end up realizing that you deserve so much more than what you put up with.
@travsi
@@blakelevario6732 you tell us... did it get better?
@blakelevario6732
travis king yes :) I’m great actually
@elena3354
its so selfish but i really want someone to feel this way about me