Together, they recorded a 5 track demo in Enders' basement and sent it, along with a poorly edited videotape to only one label: Drive-Thru Records.
A couple of months passed while both Sacco and Anello had to budge for more skilled replacements, Steve Nakovich (guitar) and Mike Klemash (bass), until the band got in touch with Richard Reines of Drive-Thru, who luckily was visiting their hometown and agreed to meet with the band to give advice.
Stunned by what he had heard, Reines returned to California to discuss a possible signing with Drive-Thru co-owner Stefanie Reines. A few weeks and yet another line-up change later (Joe Marro joined for Nakovich), Drive-Thru signed The Early November and put them, despite their practically non-existent on stage experience, on 2002's Skate and Surf Fest and on selected dates of the Warped Tour.
Klemash and Marro left the band before the recording of their debut EP For All of This. Anello re-joined on bass, while a temporary second guitarist was found in John Dubitsky. The CD came out on Drive-Thru Records in early November 2002. Enders recorded The Acoustic EP on his own, featuring acoustic versions of most songs off their debut EP, which was released a mere two months later. Simultaneously, guitarist Marro had re-joined the band in exchange for Dubitsky.
Throughout 2003, the band continued to tour and write songs in preparation for their first full-length CD The Room's Too Cold, which was released in fall of that year. Soon afterwards, Enders recorded a solo record under the name I Can Make a Mess Like Nobody's Business. The CD was almost scrapped due to Enders wanting to focus on The Early November after Kummer left the band in summer 2004 and re-joined two weeks later.
While in the long and grueling process of recording their second full-length, the band had their guitar tech Bill Lugg aka UltraBill join, and the triple disc entitled The Mother, the Mechanic and the Path was released on July 11, 2006.
On March 13th, 2007, TEN announced that they would be going on an indefinite hiatus after they complete their current tour. They announced this both online and at their show at the Meridian in Houston that night. They played their last show at the Bamboozle Festival in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on May 6th, 2007, and left open the possibility of one day returning to the stage but were grateful for everyone who supported them throughout the past 6 years.
An official statement from the band:
We would like to announce that at end of our upcoming headlining tour, The Early November will be taking an indefinite hiatus.
Throughout the past six years we have released two LP’s, two EP’s, played over one thousand shows, seen six wonderful countries, have met thousands of great people, made life-long friends, and have broken countless amounts of instruments. We have done more than we have ever thought possible for a small rock band out of southern New Jersey. We are very proud and very grateful of every moment we have spent as The Early November.
In case any of you are wondering, this is not a result of anything one can consider negative. No fighting, no one hates each other, no one has a substance abuse problem… none of the typical baggage that is usually carried along with rock bands taking a hiatus. The situation is actually much the opposite. We all love and care for on another tremendously. We’re as close of friends as we have ever been and, as long as the five of us exist, we will continue to be so. This “hiatus” or “break” is just a result of time and life. As we grow older, priorities change. We’ve decided we need to take some time and see that life isn’t all dirty rock clubs, rest stops at 2 am, and long distance phone calls. We have to be where we haven’t been in the past six years; with our friends, family, and loved ones.
We hope this isn’t completely somber news to anyone of you. We want to view it almost in the same way many cultures view the passing of a friend or loved one. Not to mourn but to celebrate their life and memory. In our small way, we’d like to do the same. We invite you to come and send off something that has meant so much to the five of us for so long. We may or may not be coming back. Who knows. But for now, all we can say is “Thank You.” “Thank You,” to everyone who was or has been a part of making our dreams a reality. Most importantly, “Thank You” to every single TEN fan. We hope you guys understand. We truly love all of you.
- Ace, Joe, Jeff, Serg, Bill
The Early November
Ace carried on writing his solo project and released The World We Know in 2010.
Since then, the band have announced their reunion 2011, and have done a full US tour in 2012. Their first album since the break is set to be released Summer 2012.
Circulation
The Early November Lyrics
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In the most well lit room
Even the brightest bulb needs to be held in place
And fed by the energy we fight for, we fight for
I am the radiator throwing heat
And you're the fire burning oil, this we need to stay warm
Oh the tales we tell are glorious
Under the bed we sleep
The dust that fills our lungs
Accumulates to the root of our body's weakness
We are what we believe in
Blind by self depletion scared
I got to dry my hands and bleach em all
Find myself a reason not to cover up
The court didn't give me a chance to make my case
Thrown out like old boxes, my words they sit wet in the rain
Until they dissolve away just balling up like old paper
Almost like litter to the side of the road until it no longer
Can hold its shape, just crumble into the earth someday
Becoming sand to remain that way forever
Blind by self depletion scared
I got to dry my hands and bleach em all
Find myself a reason not to cover up
Blind by self depletion scared
I got to dry my hands and bleach em all
Find myself a reason not to cover up
The Early November's song "Circulation" explores the idea of darkness lurking in even the most well-lit rooms, representing the struggles that exist in life despite the appearances we present to the world. The darkness is likened to an energy that we must fight for and feed, as we are all like a radiator throwing heat or a fire burning oil, needing each other to stay warm. The tales we tell are glorious, representing the stories we share with each other that provide warmth and comfort. However, underneath the surface of our lives are the deeper struggles that accumulate like dust in our lungs, weakening us from the inside.
The lyrics also touch on the fear and anxiety that can come with self-depletion, as we struggle to dry our hands and bleach them clean in order to find a reason not to cover up our true selves. The court didn't give the singer a chance to make their case, leaving their words like wet paper that eventually dissolve away. This suggests the theme of loss and the impermanence of life, and how eventually all things will crumble and return to the earth.
Overall, "Circulation" is a song about the complexities and contradictions of life, as we try to find warmth and comfort amongst the struggles and darkness that are always present. It speaks to the idea that while life may be fleeting and temporary, the connections we make with each other and the stories we tell are what make it all worthwhile.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a darkness
Even in the brightest room, there can be a sense of despair or sadness.
In the most well lit room
Even when everything is good, there can be a feeling of darkness.
Even the brightest bulb needs to be held in place
Even the most positive outlook needs to be supported by something.
And fed by the energy we fight for, we fight for
We have to work hard to maintain positivity and happiness.
I am the radiator throwing heat
I am a source of warmth and comfort for others.
And you're the fire burning oil, this we need to stay warm
Together, we provide the energy needed to keep going.
Oh the tales we tell are glorious
We have great stories to tell about our lives and experiences.
Under the bed we sleep
Even in our restful moments, we may feel anxiety or unease.
Under the dreams we dream
Our subconscious thoughts may reveal deeper worries or fears.
The dust that fills our lungs
The things we take in can be harmful to our health and well-being.
Accumulates to the root of our body's weakness
Our habits and choices can damage us over time.
We are what we believe in
Our thoughts and beliefs shape who we are as individuals.
The court didn't give me a chance to make my case
Someone did not have the opportunity to defend themselves or present their side of the story.
Thrown out like old boxes, my words they sit wet in the rain
Their words were disregarded and forgotten in a harsh and unjust way.
Until they dissolve away just balling up like old paper
Their thoughts and feelings fade away over time until they are nothing.
Almost like litter to the side of the road until it no longer
Discarded and forgotten, their thoughts become meaningless and unimportant.
Can hold its shape, just crumble into the earth someday
Their words and ideas will eventually disappear completely and be forgotten.
Becoming sand to remain that way forever
Their legacy is reduced to nothing and they are easily forgotten.
Blind by self depletion scared
Feelings of fear and anxiety can prevent us from seeing clearly.
I got to dry my hands and bleach em all
They need to cleanse themselves of negative thoughts and feelings.
Find myself a reason not to cover up
They need to find the courage to be honest and open with others.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ARTHUR CARL ENDERS, JEFFREY MATTHEW KUMMER, JOSEPH RYAN MARRO, SERGIO ANELLO, WILLIAM J LUGG
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Munib Ahmad
I find it hard to believe that this band is getting even better.
Sarah M
I can NOT stop listening to this song! I can't wait for the album!
Dart3rocks
:) I've never been more excited!!! Such a great sound! Can't wait for this album to drop! TEN Rocks!
Anders Villomann
Well done boys. The Early November since day 1 has never failed me.
babygorladri
This song is just so interesting from the way it imbues minds to the way the background has a story. I just love it, no other words to express myself only that my toes curl and my face makes weird expressions when i listen to this xD this is amazing .
Brian Mangels
The Early November is one of few bands that has been in the scene for years yet are still progressing with each record. Ace really developed better songwriting and singing skills throughout his career with all of his miscellaneous projects. Fuckin' bravo.
Fernando Miranda
After these 2 songs I know for sure I'm going to love the album !
Spread Hope Have Fun
The Early November changed my life and inspires me to go on. I hope to work Ace and the band one day, I believe it will
Valentina Novello
This song is so good! I got so mad when I found out that it has been listened less than 7000 on Spotify.
Ben Wilson
Seriously one of the best, realest bands on rise. So surprised/stoked they're still making music<3