The Daysleepers self-released their first two EPs on their Rain Delay Music imprint.
The Daysleepers Debut EP "Hide Your Eyes" (December 2005) won the band many fans around the world (selling out the first pressing), and praise from shoegaze legends such as Robin Guthrie (Cocteau Twins), Rachel Goswell and Neil Halstead of Slowdive. It also hit No. 1 for several weeks on Tonevendor's (Renowned Shoegaze Distributor) top 20 record sales list. The EP is now out of print.
In October 2006 The Daysleepers released their 2nd EP/Mini Album "The Soft Attack". This EP shows a heavier side of the band's sound, with ethereal guitars spinning way into outerspace, and vocal melodies that hauntingly soar to new heights.
After signing to Clairecords, the band issued their first full length album, "Drowned in a Sea of Sound" in May 2008. The album builds on their earlier music while retaining their trademark vocals, drums, and density of sound.
Lightforms
The Daysleepers Lyrics
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All around you
It weaves a thread of light straight through you
To show me who you are
This is the gravity that holds you
Now you're weightless
In turn our bodies move in motion
I'm letting go... of all these things
I'm letting go...
Shake the ground
The opening lines of The Daysleepers' song Lightforms tell us about the transformative power of light, which can move spaces and ignite the lights. It weaves a thread of light through you, to reveal your true self. This thread of light is the gravity that holds you, which means that now you're weightless. Your body moves in motion and becomes a light to be seen by all. The lines "I'm letting go... of all these things I'm letting go" signify that the singer is releasing themselves from all the negative energies that might be holding them back. This is a song about self-discovery, where light is used as a metaphor for finding your true self.
The song reminds us that we all have a light within us that can shine and transform everything around us. It encourages us to let go of all the negative energies we carry and be true to ourselves. The Daysleepers use the power of dream pop to create a soundscape that envelops the listener and takes them on a journey of self-exploration. The lush instrumentation and smooth vocals make this an introspective and immersive experience. Lightforms is a beautiful song that evokes emotions of hope, self-discovery, and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
Ignites the lights and moves the spaces
The music sets the atmosphere and creates a dynamic environment around you
All around you
The environment created by the music rhythmically surrounds and envelopes you
It weaves a thread of light straight through you
The music creates a path of enlightenment that guides and shows you who you truly are
To show me who you are
The music reveals one's true self to others and shares this message with the world
This is the gravity that holds you
The music is the powerful force that keeps one grounded and connected to the present and people around them
Now you're weightless
Despite being held down by the music's gravity, one can still feel free, unencumbered, and completely at ease
In turn our bodies move in motion
As the music unites and connects us, our physical bodies move in harmony and sync with the beat
A light for all to see
Through the musical experience, a light is emanated that can be seen and felt by everyone present
I'm letting go... of all these things
The music is helping one release any mental or emotional burdens, letting go of negative energies and allowing for pure love and joy to take control
Shake the ground
The music and its energy is so intense and powerful that it has the ability to shake the very foundation of one's being
Contributed by Elliot D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.