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.
Harmony
The Early November Lyrics
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It's making me a familiar sight
and light let it take you there
light let it take me there
You're like harmony
In a sad song
Bringing out the misery
And I'm a higher ring
You know I'm out there
With you
Let the light bring you here
Finally found a wig I like
It's making me a familiar sight
and light let it take you there
light let it take me there
You're like harmony
In a sad song
Bringing out the misery
You want
And I'm a higher ring
You know I'm out there
With you
Let the light bring you here
It's like harmony
In a sad song
Bringing out the misery
You want
And I'm a higher ring
You know I'm at there
For you
So let the light come bring you there
The song “Harmony” by The Early November is a melancholic track that speaks about a deep connection between two individuals. The lyrics start with the singer talking about finally finding a wig that they like, which suggests a sense of self-discovery and acceptance. This newfound confidence makes the singer a more familiar figure to others, perhaps implying that they are starting to come out of their shell.
The chorus, “You're like harmony in a sad song, bringing out the misery you want, and I'm a higher ring, you know I'm out there with you,” speaks to the idea that the second person in the song is like a note that complements the singer’s own melody, creating a sense of harmony despite the sadness happening around them. The metaphorical “higher ring” suggests that the singer is a supportive force for the other person, willing to elevate them to new heights. The repetition of “let the light bring you here” and “let the light come bring you there” indicates a longing to be close and connected with the other person.
Overall, “Harmony” is a beautiful ode to the power of human connection, even in the face of sadness and struggle. The metaphorical language used throughout the song creates a sense of depth and meaning, and the emotional delivery of the vocals helps to enhance the impact of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Finally found a wig I like
After much searching, I have found a wig that suits me and with which I feel content.
It's making me a familiar sight
Wearing this wig has allowed me to feel a sense of familiarity and comfort in my own appearance.
And light let it take you there
Allow yourself to be guided and uplifted by the brightness and positivity around you.
Light let it take me there
I too am letting myself be directed by positivity and light, embracing the good that surrounds me.
You're like harmony
You are a calming and enhancing presence, like a perfect harmony within a song.
In a sad song
Even in difficult or challenging moments, your calming presence has the power to uplift and soothe.
Bringing out the misery
However, sometimes you seem to create or exacerbate negative feelings, perhaps unintentionally causing sadness or misery.
You want
It feels like you are seeking out negativity and distress, rather than actively embracing positivity and joy.
And I'm a higher ring
I consider myself to be on a different and more elevated level than you, perhaps in terms of mindset or attitude.
You know I'm out there
Despite our differences, I am still here and supportive, even if I am not always on the same wavelength as you.
With you
I am still in this with you, even if we approach things from different perspectives.
Let the light bring you here
Allow yourself to be drawn to the positive and the good, allowing it to bring you to a more optimistic and uplifting place.
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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Niall Fitz
This is the kind of song I could imagine being in a movie at a sad part where like a boyfriend and girlfriend break up and it's showing you what they're both doing. This whole album deserves everything in the world.
Esther Richelle
Definitely!
Mior Haikal
:')
Elysian Studios
+Niall Fitz
This would be the montage of sad scenes after they break up. Like him riding his bike down neighborhood streets. her reading her book against her window seal. Me getting an Oscar. greatest moment though.
Esther Richelle
Haven't heard this kind of sound for ages, love it
Cheryl Fyfield
2:23 is where the feels really begin.
The YellowDragon
God bless these guys, they've brought so much talent for us. Thank you for being brave enough to not give up
rue
I love the early November so much
August
This new early November is awesome
Liz Sky
awesome !! <3 <3