The band formed in 2006 with Perdomo and Cody Payne (rhythm guitar and backing vocals) joined by Bryan Czap (lead guitar) and Tyler Minsberg (drums).
TDS independently released a five song EP There Is No Such Thing as Science in 2007, which drew the attention of Hopeless Records. They released their debut EP with Hopeless Records, entitled If You Could Only Keep Me Alive, with a similar track listing. The band's debut studio album, Reach for the Sun was released on May 5, 2009. The album reached #42 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
On May 14, 2010, the band announced they would be playing Reach for the Sun from front to back on their first headlining tour. Tyler left the band in late 2010.
An Acoustic Performance Of Reach For The Sun was digitally released on March 15, 2011. In the summer of 2011, TDS played a Warped Tour schedule and released their second full-length album, titled War Paint which was on released on July 19, 2011. Tyler returned to the band in 2011 for a short stint before leaving again that same year. Bryan Czap left the band in 2012.
The band released their 3rd studio album, Golden Record, on August 6, 2013 with Ben Cato on drums and Matt Kennedy on lead guitar and backing vocals. Cody Payne remained on rhythm guitar and backing vocals.
In September 2013, AJ Perdomo left the band, citing Cody Payne as the driving force behind the decision.
In February 2017 Cody Payne was sentenced to a year in prison after being charged with a Felony burglary conviction.
In July 2017, the band announced that they were reuniting as a trio without Cody Payne. On October 19, 2017 The Dangerous Summer announced their next album coming out in 2018. The Dangerous Summer was released on January 26, 2018. The first single was Fire, followed by Ghosts and Valium. All 3 singles were released prior to the album release date.
The band had stated influences from Kings of Leon, Taylor Swift, Third Eye Blind, Bright Eyes, U2, Phil Collins, Explosions in the Sky, Jimmy Eat World, and Andrew McMahon. "The Dangerous Summer" is taken from the novel of same name written by Ernest Hemingway.
Miles Apart
The Dangerous Summer Lyrics
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When everything was new
Stopped the world when I saw you dancing
Never been so beautiful
I will take you home with me,
Just say you won't let go of me at all
Lost the words, I'm finally happy
I'm finally new
I'm finally new
And I'm believing in a miracle
Trace emotion to the brink of pain
Let the world be cynical
Cross an ocean to begin again
When I woke you were there it was over
I watched you fall apart on the car ride,
On the way home
You and I let it all out
This is home
It's chasing down a dream
And living it
And living it
In the throws of a stare, I was open
Time spent miles apart
On a long drive, from a pay phone
Know that I never had doubt
This is where days feel more complete
Living here
Living here with you
Eyes cross the room,
I feel them like fireflies
When summer's overdue
Caught the one that finally had me;
Let it be the pinnacle
Life was taking over me,
Just stay until we both can be alone
Had to work, I'm finally happy
It's finally true
And I'm believing in a miracle
Trace emotion to the brink of pain
Let the world be cynical
Cross an ocean to begin again
When I woke you were there, it was over
I watched you fall apart on the car ride
On the way home
You and I let it all out
This is home
It's chasing down a dream
And living it
And living it
In the throws of a stare, I was open
Time spent miles apart
On a long drive, from a pay phone
Know that I never had doubt
This is where days feel more complete
Living here
Living here with you
Light from the moon
The question I had
Pieces of you
The year that you spent far away
The lyrics to The Dangerous Summer's song "Miles Apart" describe the singer's feelings of intense love and connection with their partner, despite the physical distance between them. The verses paint a picture of the couple's early days, with the singer seeing the love in the father's eyes and being struck by their partner's beauty. The chorus expresses the singer's belief in the power of love - that it can transcend distance and cynicism, and even feel like a miracle. The bridge focuses on the singer's happiness and newfound sense of purpose, while acknowledging the struggles they've faced and overcome together. The song ends with references to the moon and memories of time spent apart, but ultimately emphasizes the strength of the couple's bond and the feeling of completeness they find in each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw the love in tears from your father's eyes
I witnessed your father's emotional love for you through the tears present in his eyes.
When everything was new
This happened when our relationship was in its early stages.
Stopped the world when I saw you dancing
My world came to a standstill when I saw you dancing since it was such a beautiful sight to behold.
Never been so beautiful
I have never seen anything as beautiful as you dancing that day.
I will take you home with me,
I want to take you home with me.
Just say you won't let go of me at all
Promise to not let me go.
Lost the words, I'm finally happy
I am speechless with joy.
I'm finally new
I feel reborn.
And I'm believing in a miracle
I have faith in a miracle occurring.
Trace emotion to the brink of pain
I experience very strong emotions, almost to the point of being painful.
Let the world be cynical
Even if the world doesn't believe, I maintain my belief in this miracle.
Cross an ocean to begin again
I am willing to leave everything behind and start over if necessary.
When I woke you were there it was over
When I woke up, it was clear that the situation we were dealing with was resolved.
I watched you fall apart on the car ride, On the way home
I witnessed you falling apart while we were on our way back home in the car.
You and I let it all out, This is home
We both expressed our emotions and embrace each other fully, realizing that this is where we belong.
It's chasing down a dream, And living it
It's about pursuing our dreams and living them out to the fullest.
In the throws of a stare, I was open
During a moment of intense eye contact, I was emotionally transparent.
Time spent miles apart, On a long drive, from a payphone
Despite being miles apart, we still make an effort to communicate and maintain our relationship.
Know that I never had doubt
I never doubted our relationship.
This is where days feel more complete, Living here
I feel more complete and fulfilled when I am with you, where I feel at home.
Light from the moon, The question I had, Pieces of you, The year that you spent far away
These lines are a bit more difficult to reword separately, but they seem to reference past experiences and reflections on missing pieces of the person and their past.
Had to work, I'm finally happy, It's finally true
After working on our relationship, I am finally happy, and this happiness feels real.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ANDREW PERDOMO, CODY PAYNE, MATTHEW KENNEDY, ROBERT CATO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chris Herndon
I love this band. Their music always makes me want to dream.
DhaBabe
Exactly :)
Wayne D
This band are so underrated! I've always been a huge fan of this song and I'm at a stage in my life when I can relate to it more than ever! Please come back and make great music again!!
Matthew Mccune
Talk about music that cleanses and heals my soul.....there is a very spiritual presence around them whether they want to believe it or not......honest music is the best music....Greatful for this band....
alex jackson
I've been listening to these guys for years and somehow every one their songs speaks to me. That is true music
Tes Lee
who could dislike this... such an awesome mix of emotions and beautiful music.
Kieffer Meridew
This last night was absolutely amazing. One of the best bands I've ever seen live in my life.
Barbara Wiegers
Third song I hear from them. Loving it so far. These guys make me believe good music can still be made after the MCR breakup :')
donttellthebrideband
Every song they release from Golden Record is just perfect and I NEED it when it comes out. Love you guys :D :D
StacyMalibu
I can't stop of listen this song. It's amazing and lyrically is perfect. I really need hear whole album as soon as possible.