Throughout the course of a year, McCormick and Seeterlin reached out into the city and proceeded to record people of all ages and musical backgrounds performing their songs. The project took the duo from churches to living rooms to cafes, even up the coast to Oregon and Washington, all in its mission to build community through music.
The resulting album, The Village, inspired the band to develop into a proper performing entity, adding four classically trained instrumentalists around the nucleus of McCormick and Seeterlin. This growth also inspired a continued mission of musical inclusiveness. At live shows and in the studio, The Family Crest set out to play with as many musicians as possible. Whether a fan took the stage to be part of a group chorus, or contributed an instrumental part to a recording, they were considered a part of “the extended family,” which now boasts over 300 members.
Once the band saw its vision taking hold, even beyond its hometown, it looked back to the city that supported the family for new musical inspiration. Over the course of a week, The Family Crest, in its usual fashion, recorded a plethora of instruments in various homes and churches, as well as John Vanderslice’s Tiny Telephone recording studio, to create The Headwinds EP.
The Headwinds EP introduces the grand sounds of band’s new full-length album, Beneath the Brine, a sweeping soundscape befitting the oceanic theme of the title. Beneath the Brine showcases an expansive breadth of arrangements – from dark, classical romanticism to brass-laden sounds reminiscent of the Roaring 20s.
The result is nothing short of epic, as The Family Crest has seamlessly wielded classical chamber sounds and pop music elements. It’s the sonic representation of what McCormick, and many pioneers before him, saw from the edge of the West Coast: the enormity of the sea, with its depths, dangers and possibilities.
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When the Lights Go Out
The Family Crest Lyrics
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Lay your head upon my chest
And away we′ll go
This silent road
We'll never know
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
When the lights go out on the city
And with a steady hold
We′ll take the time
We'll never know
And who is to say why we're leaving dear?
Who is to say why we′ve gone?
Oh clearly this rock isn′t going nowhere we know
When the lights go out on the city
Rest your hands inside mine dear
When the lights go out on the city
Know that I am with you here
When the lights go out
Oh you're gone, but you′re never gone my love
Oh, the city lights
When the lights go out
The lyrics to The Family Crest's song "When the Lights Go Out" evoke a sense of comfort and security in the face of the unknown. The first verse sets the scene, suggesting that the lights of the city have gone out, plunging everything into darkness. In this moment of uncertainty, the singer invites their partner to lay their head upon their chest, offering a place of safety and respite from the chaos around them. The second verse takes this a step further, with the singer encouraging their partner to wrap their arms around them and take the time to hold onto each other, despite not knowing what lies ahead.
Despite the fear of the unknown, the chorus offers a message of hope and reassurance. The singer acknowledges that they don't know why they're leaving or what the future holds, but reminds their loved one that they are together and will face whatever comes their way. The phrase "Oh, the city lights/When the lights go out" is repeated throughout the song, perhaps serving as a reminder that even when everything we know fades away, there is still beauty and wonder to be found.
Overall, "When the Lights Go Out" is a touching and poignant song about finding love and comfort in the midst of uncertainty. The family crest has crafted a beautiful piece that will surely resonate with anyone who has ever faced a difficult or uncertain time.
Line by Line Meaning
When the lights go out on the city
Amidst the darkness that envelops the city, we can escape together.
Lay your head upon my chest
Rest your head on me and find solace in my presence.
And away we'll go
Let us leave this place behind and seek a new journey.
This silent road
A path lies before us devoid of noise and chaos.
We'll never know
We cannot foresee what lies ahead on this mysterious journey.
Wrap your arms around me dear
Hold me close and never let go.
And with a steady hold
Together, we can endure anything with an unwavering grip.
We'll take the time
We shall proceed at our own pace, without the pressure of time constraints.
Who is to say why we're leaving dear?
What motivates us to depart from the city is known only to us.
Who is to say why we've gone?
Others cannot comprehend the reasons for our decision to depart.
Oh clearly this rock isn't going nowhere we know
Our journey shall not be impeded by obstacles or hurdles that may come our way.
Rest your hands inside mine dear
Allow our hands to intertwine and find comfort in each other's embrace.
Know that I am with you here
Feel secure in the knowledge that I shall never leave your side.
When the lights go out
In the darkness, we shall find freedom and new possibilities.
Oh you're gone, but you're never gone my love
Although we have departed from the city, my affection remains constant and unwavering.
Oh, the city lights
The hustle and bustle of the city is left behind as we venture forth into the unknown.
Writer(s): Judd Wesley Fuller, Dana Radford
Contributed by Tyler I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Head of a thousand sheep's wool
It's criminal how underrated you guys still are. I have yet to find someone who makes me feel like you do, and you do NOT get the appreciation you deserve.
MrTwizzle5000
I really enjoy the mood this song puts me in,
Thank you.
ARKillz3
This band will be famous
mEeeEee
I LOVE this song!!
Moi MV
awesome song!!
Gaby George
This is such a post-apocalyptic song
Ink
Oml this is such a good song!!!!
Ink
Absolutely amazing
I just realised i alredy commented, oh well
Jarom Gregson
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