Turn A Corner is the latest single release from TRS-80 released June of 2012 and 2011 saw the arrival of TRS-80's two most successful albums to date, Horizons and the Sky Sailor EP, all of which were released by the record label, Vinyl International. Their song, Mirage from Horizons was featured in the Electronic Arts snowboarding video game, SSX in March of 2012 and the title is expected to sell over 5 million copies, exposing the band to a larger audience than ever before. Horizons also contains the band's first cover Love Song which features Annie Sachs of Tickley Feather on vocals.
TRS-80's critically acclaimed Sky Sailor EP incorporates the last two official Daft Punk remixes to be released from the TRON: Legacy soundtrack, one of which features new lyrics and vocals by Ariel Pink. Their remix of Daft Punk's End of Line charted at #1 on The Hype Machine and the EP continues to garner interest with help from music sites like Pitchfork, FACT Magazine, Highsnobiety and others.
Eric Fensler was injured in a motorcycle accident in the Spring of 2011, but due to his quick recovery, the band is likely to tour some time in the first half of 2013. Jay Rajeck will be performing solo TRS-80 dates via an "electronics only" set in the meantime, these performances will still incorporate the unique video projections and analog synth sounds the band is best known for.
History
TRS-80 was started by Rajeck and Kent Rayhill in their hometown of Chicago, with Deb Schimmel joining them early on. The trio shared a common desire to write and perform music with real drums and synthesizers. A music writing frenzy of over 50 songs took place at Rajeck's home studio and he later came up with a way for the band to synch video projections with their live show, making TRS-80's performances unlike any other on the local scene.
Chicago's indie rock venue, The Empty Bottle took TRS-80 under their wing shortly after hearing the band's demo and put them on the bill with artists like Sonic Boom, Acid Mothers Temple, Oval, and Laika among others, which helped grow TRS-80 a local following. From there they received bigger shows at venues like Metro and the 2,500 seat Riviera Theater opening for The Sisters of Mercy, The Creatures and other larger drawing acts.
Over the next five years TRS-80 worked with two local record labels, recorded three albums, and toured parts of the US and Canada. The band also created custom scores for the award winning Public Radio International show, This American Life and a Nike promotional film titled Les Jumelles created by TRON: Legacy director, Joseph Kosinski.
In February of 2005 Kent and Deb performed their last show, retiring from the stage to pursue other non-musical interests. Jay decided after listening back to his recordings in progress that the music was still TRS-80 and to continue on under the same name. In March of 2005 Rajeck performed as TRS-80 with Mike Barron and Fred de Albuquerque on synthesizers and toured that summer in Canada and the US.
In 2006 TRS-80's music was featured in the CSI: NY episodes Bad Beat and Oedipus Hex and in an international Coca-Cola TV ad campaign. Jay Rajeck relocated to Los Angeles and released the full length album Mystery Crash and sister release Demixes through Hollywood based One Cell Records after completing a West Coast tour. Long time TRS-80 video collaborator Eric Fensler relocated to Los Angeles from New York shortly thereafter and became Rajeck's partner in TRS-80 performances playing synth. The New You was released in 2008 through TRS-80's new label home, Vinyl International and music from the album was featured in the video game Saints Row 2 that sold over 2 million copies. TRS-80's first custom filmed music video for the single Tinted was created and took record sales to an all-time high.
More information can be found at the band's official website, www.trs80.com.
Horizons
TRS-80 Lyrics
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I Feel enlightened
I see the new day
Still scream bout who paid
I'm still patchin up what had fallen so far
But I'm lookin forward to the stars
Stared into the abyss and it asked me
Stuck and broken
In ruts and hopin
Inside coffins that won't open (Down)
And I can't resist
When you're around I shoot to miss
Foggy mind, December days
Went several times but still amazed
You,been on-my-mind
I'm rounding circles most every night
Sit and sacrifice
My sanity for just more time
You know that I'd like, to believe
That there was somethin greater for you and me
But now
I'm not there
Anymore
Empathy
Gone out the door
I been alone
I'm feelin great
At least it aint like yesterday
Freezing hell
We'll be back
But for now
Memories black
Making you
Out to less
Now you're just
Experience
Words out my mouth
Like im river ganges
I'm lil tainted
Holiness behind us
Prayin to myself
Like the king of men
The only god I got
Is the one inside my head
Keep me in mind when you feel alone
Up in the sky a remaining glow
Watch my back as I move on forward
No need for these creatures
Backing me into corners
Stared in-to the abyss and it asked me
Is this what you, wanna be
Stuck and broken
In ruts and hopin
Inside coffins that won't open (Down)
And I can't resist
When you're around I shoot to miss
Foggy mind, December days
Went several times but still amazed
You,been on-my-mind
I'm rounding circles most every night
Sit and sacrifice
My sanity for just more time
You know that I'd like, to believe
That there was somethin greater for you and me
But now
I'm not there
Anymore
Empathy
Gone out the door
I been alone
I'm feelin great
At least it aint like yesterday
Freezing hell
We'll be back
But for now
Memories black
Making you
Out to less
Now you're just
Experience
I was
Waitin
Then was
Sated
Just watch
And hear
What you
Made clear
The lyrics of TRS-80's song "Horizons" explore themes of self-discovery, growth, and moving on from past experiences. The singer expresses their feelings of enlightenment and looking forward to new horizons, while acknowledging the struggles of their past. They have stared into the abyss, confronting their fears and doubts, and have come out with a sense of clarity and purpose. The singer also expresses their feelings for someone who has been on their mind, but ultimately comes to the realization that they are not meant to be together, and that they need to move on to new horizons.
The lyrics use vivid imagery to emphasize the singer's emotions and experiences. The line "I'm still patchin up what had fallen so far, But I'm lookin forward to the stars" suggests that while the singer is still working through their past struggles, they are also excited about the possibilities of the future. The line "Words out my mouth like I'm river Ganges" creates a sense of fluidity and openness, suggesting that the singer is being honest and transparent about their feelings.
Throughout the song, TRS-80 uses a range of electronic instruments and effects to create a dreamy, atmospheric sound. The music complements the lyrics and helps to convey the sense of introspection and self-discovery that the singer is experiencing. Overall, "Horizons" is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant song that captures the complexities of personal growth and moving on from the past.
Line by Line Meaning
I Feel delighted
I am experiencing intense pleasure and joy
I Feel enlightened
I am having a moment of realization or understanding
I see the new day
I am experiencing a new beginning or fresh start
Still scream bout who paid
I am still upset about who owes me money or did not pay their debts
I'm still patchin up what had fallen so far
I am still repairing or mending things that have been damaged or lost
But I'm lookin forward to the stars
I am hopeful and excited about the future, despite past difficulties
Stared into the abyss and it asked me
I faced a difficult situation or challenge and had to confront it
Is this what you, wanna be
I had to question whether the path I am on is truly what I want for myself
Stuck and broken
I feel trapped and powerless
In ruts and hopin
I am stuck in a routine or pattern, but still hopeful for change
Inside coffins that won't open (Down)
I am trapped or confined, unable to escape my circumstances
And I can't resist
I cannot help but act on my feelings or impulses
When you're around I shoot to miss
When I am with you, I am intentionally not trying to succeed or achieve my goals
Foggy mind, December days
I am feeling unclear or confused, possibly due to seasonal affective disorder
Went several times but still amazed
I have experienced something repeatedly, but it still impresses or surprises me
You,been on-my-mind
I cannot stop thinking about you
I'm rounding circles most every night
I am stuck in a cycle or pattern of thought or behavior
Sit and sacrifice
I am willing to give up or compromise something important to me
My sanity for just more time
I am willing to sacrifice my mental well-being for the sake of extending a moment or experience
You know that I'd like, to believe
I wish that I could have faith or trust in something greater than myself
That there was somethin greater for you and me
I hope that there is a higher purpose or meaning to our lives and relationship
But now
However, at present
I'm not there
I am not in the same place, mentally or emotionally
Anymore
Things have changed or I have moved on
Empathy
My ability to understand and share the feelings of others
Gone out the door
Has disappeared or been lost
I been alone
I have been by myself
I'm feelin great
I am feeling good or positive
At least it aint like yesterday
Things are better than they were in the past
Freezing hell
A very cold and unpleasant experience or situation
We'll be back
We will return to this place or situation
But for now
However, at present
Memories black
My memories are dark or painful
Making you
I am defining or describing you
Out to less
I am reducing or diminishing you or your importance
Now you're just
At present, you are only
Experience
A thing that has happened to me or that I have encountered
Words out my mouth
The things I say or express verbally
Like im river ganges
Flowing out of me like a sacred river
I'm lil tainted
I am slightly corrupted, hurt, or damaged
Holiness behind us
A sense of spiritual purity or righteousness is no longer present in our lives
Prayin to myself
I am seeking guidance or comfort from within, rather than from a higher power or deity
Like the king of men
As if I am in charge or have power over my own life
The only god I got
The only thing I have to believe in or rely on
Is the one inside my head
Is my own thoughts, beliefs, and inner voice
Keep me in mind when you feel alone
Remember me when you are feeling lonely or isolated
Up in the sky a remaining glow
There is still a sense of hope or potential, even when everything else is dark
Watch my back as I move on forward
Please support me and have my best interests in mind as I continue on my journey
No need for these creatures
There is no need for any negative or harmful people or influences in my life
Backing me into corners
Creating situations where I feel trapped or powerless to escape
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Devon O'Donnell
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