The Anix is the electronic-rock project of Los Angeles composer / producer … Read Full Bio ↴The Anix is the electronic-rock project of Los Angeles composer / producer Brandon Smith. Combining his love of cinematic sci-fi, anime and comic books with synthesizers, electronic programming, alternative rock, powerful vocal hooks and anthemic choruses, The Anix creates a visionary future of art and music.

Originally founded in 2001 by Brandon Smith and later joined by brother Logan Smith with long time friend Chris Dinger, the group toured the Hollywood rock club circuit for several years. After writing hundreds of songs and playing countless shows, the band signed a deal in 2008 to record their first full length studio album titled Demolition City. The band then landed a deal with The Diesel Management Group and toured throughout Europe on the “Rocket Science Tour” with electronic masterminds Apoptygma Berzerk.

In 2011 The Anix signed a record deal with Cleopatra Records to record their second studio album titled Sleepwalker. In 2016, The Anix began the process of reinventing themselves, shifting away from a touring band into a studio project. After a full year of development, the group emerged with Ephemeral in March 2017 as their 2nd album on Cleopatra Records.

In 2018, The Anix completed their metamorphosis from band to solo project as front-man & songwriter Brandon Smith signed with FiXT, the artist-owned/operated independent record label of electronic-rock pioneer Klayton (Celldweller, Scandroid, Circle of Dust). Focusing on releasing regular singles throughout the year, The Anix is poised to embrace the future.

Pendulum
The Anix Lyrics

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Like a pendulum
Like a pendulum
Like a pendulum
Like a pendulum
Like a pendulum
Like a pendulum

Free until it stops

Like a pendulum
Free until it stops
Free until it stops
Until it stops

Like a pendulum
Free until it stops

Free until it stops
Until it stops

Overall Meaning

The chorus of The Anix's song "Pendulum" repeats the phrase "Like a pendulum" multiple times, creating a sense of rhythm and repetition, much like the motion of an actual pendulum. The metaphor of a pendulum represents the idea of a constant back and forth motion, which could be interpreted as a representation of life's ups and downs. The lyric "Free until it stops" suggests that, like a pendulum, we are free to move and make choices until we reach a point where we come to a stop. This could reflect the idea that our actions have consequences and eventually, we will reach a point where we must deal with the result of our past decisions.

The lyrics also touch on the idea of control, or lack thereof. The image of a pendulum swinging freely represents lack of control and the unpredictable nature of life. However, the lyrics highlight that despite this lack of control, we are free until the pendulum stops, and we must make the most of our freedom while we still have it. This message encourages us to take risks and make decisions that will lead to positive outcomes, as we ultimately have control over our own lives until the pendulum stops swinging.

Line by Line Meaning

Like a pendulum
Swinging back and forth in a predictable manner, just like the ups and downs of life.

Free until it stops
Living life with freedom until it inevitably comes to a halt.

Until it stops
Everything in life has an end, including the freedom to live it as one wants.

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, FIXT
Written by: BRANDON SMITH

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