They began making music together when Jonathan, who was at film school in Brussels, asked Guillaume to work with him on a music video soundtrack.
As a duo they took the name The Blaze. They have explained that in addition to the strength and warmth suggested by the name, it means "name" in French slang.
Their distinctive integrative method involves producing sound and visuals at the same time, creating an especially strong link between music and image.
In January 2016 they released their debut video, "Virile," on Brodinski's Bromance Records. It won the UK Music Video Award (UKMVA) for Best Alternative Video - International in 2016.
On 7 April 2017 they released their debut EP, Territory, on the new Animal 63 label (headed by management and publishing company Savoir Faire and Believe Digital). The EP's six tracks included "Virile" and "Territory." Their "Territory" music video, released in February 2017, produced and directed by themselves, won the Film Craft Grand Prix at the 2017 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Best Director at the Berlin Music Video Awards and the Best International Dance Video UK MVA.
"Heaven," their third video, was released in February 2018. It captures an idyllic outdoor scene amid a community of family and friends. "Heaven" was the final instalment of the video triptych.
Their 2018 touring schedule included European and US festivals including Coachella, Primavera Sound, the Roskilde Festival, Lollapalooza, Pitchfork Paris, Parklife, Lovebox, and Reading and Leeds Festivals.
Their debut full-length album Dancehall was released in September 2018. Its 10 tracks include the single "Heaven," along with the singles "She" and "Faces" which were released in summer 2018.
EYES
The Blaze Lyrics
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When you're not with me
You blow my mind
Feels so strong
I can get no sleep
I closed my eyes for so long
Since we danced so free
Drowned in my weep
But this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Oh, I feel so down
When you're not with me
You blow my mind
Feels so strong
I can get no sleep
I closed my eyes for so long
Since we danced so free
You know my heart wrote this song
Drowned in my weep
But this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Oh, I feel so down
When you're not with me
You blow my mind
Feels so strong
I can get no sleep
I closed my eyes for so long
Since we danced so free
You know my heart wrote this song
Drowned in my weep
But this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
The lyrics of The Blaze's 'EYES' express the depth of emotion one feels when experiencing the intense feeling of love. The song is an ode to the lover's longing and a testimony of how a lover's absence can affect one's life entirely, as suggested by the line, "Oh, I feel so down when you're not with me." The feeling of heartache has taken over the singer's mind that they are unable to sleep, and their thoughts keep coming back to the one they love. The lyrics convey the experience of the absence of a lover's presence, an effect that is strong enough to make the singer break down in tears.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, I feel so down
I experience negative emotions when you are not with me
When you're not with me
My emotional state worsens when you are absent
You blow my mind
You positively surprise and impress me
Feels so strong
My emotions are intense
I can get no sleep
I am not able to rest properly due to my overwhelming emotions
I closed my eyes for so long
I have been avoiding my emotions for a while
Since we danced so free
Since we had an uninhibited moment together
You know my heart wrote this song
This song is a reflection of my true feelings
Drowned in my weep
I am overwhelmed with emotion and crying
But this feeling is love
My intense emotions are a result of being in love
Yeah, this feeling is love
This intense emotional state is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
This emotional experience is a manifestation of love
Yeah, this feeling is love
This overwhelming emotional response is due to love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Guillaume Alric, Jonathan Alric
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@javier96ful
Oh, I feel so down
When you’re not with me
You blow my mind
Feels so strong
I can get no sleep
I closed my eyes for so long
Since we danced so free
You know my heart wrote this song
Drowned in my weep
But this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Yeah, this feeling is love
Oh, I feel so down
When you’re not with me
You blow my mind
Feels so strong
I can get no sleep
@theblazeprod
After 3 years of touring and 2 years in our studio, we are happy to share with you all our second album JUNGLE, now available : https://theblaze.bfan.link/jungle-album
Looking forward to live this new chapter with you all & see you on the road ❤🔥
The Blaze
@seifox2137
Been waiting for it 😢
@candicehealy1629
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉🎉🎉❤🎉
@id.popgems
😍😍😍😍😍
@SeriusRenny
I love The Blaze
@InfinityBlur
Nice music, i compose music too.👍💯
@fprunkov
A lot of times I identify myself with music. Nearly always. That’s why music is so important to me and plays a big part in my life. Whatever emotions I’m going through, whatever I’m feeling - music will always help me. It’s like my medicine. Listening to “EYES” I felt such a deep connection. And despite waking up with a shitty feeling overthinking about everything in life, with constant thoughts asking myself “What’s the point of all of this? For what?”, I still felt alive at that moment. Thank you once more for the reminder The Blaze. See you at Sónar
@alideep9656
Same here, thank you for sharing this 💘
@smouafak
Music is our safe space ❤️
@sarav6459
You catched me! I feel the same, can't live without music.