Initially named "The Hush," the band changed their name to "The Hush Sound" when Geffen Records objected that their name was too similar to rapper Hush. The band consists of Bob Morris on vocals and guitar, Mike Leblanc on bass and vocals, Darren Wilson on drums and vocals, and Greta Salpeter on vocals and piano. Original bassist Chris Faller left the band in October 2008 in order to pursue other musical interests and was replaced by Mike LeBlanc, who had toured with them previously on their "Dance Across the Country Tour".
In 2005 the band released their first studio album So Sudden. Their second studio album, Like Vines, was released in 2006 on Fueled by Ramen.
The Hush Sound was founded by Greta Salpeter and Bob Morris. The two met when Greta was in 7th grade and Bob was in 10th. In the eyes of many of their peers, Bob and Greta were deemed an "odd couple." Bob had always been a player and performer of rock music, whereas Greta was a classical pianist.
By the end of March of 2005, The Hush Sound took their music into the studio to record their debut full-length album. The studio was the Gallery of Carpet located in Villa Park, IL run by owner Brian Zieske. They named it "So Sudden"--a reflection on how quickly things were moving for the band. They released their first album with no label support at the time, but nevertheless sold 300 CDs in two nights.
Five months later, the band began playing shows. They soon gained the attention of Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz. On the day they were streaming "So Sudden" on purevolume, Ryan Ross of Panic at the Disco discovered their page and passed it along to Pete Wentz. Wentz knew Bob from his previous work in Chicago-based band the AUDITION, and, after listening, he sent The Hush Sound an email saying that he was interested in signing them to his Decaydance Records label.
So Sudden was re-released on Decaydance (with some minor lyric changes) and the band soon became a part of the 2006 Black Clouds and Underdogs tour, with Fall Out Boy in the headlining slot and also featuring From First to Last, Hawthorne Heights, and the All-American Rejects. During this time, the band started recording the follow-up to So Sudden, entitled Like Vines, which was produced by Sean O'Keefe and Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump (who also does guest vocals on the song "Don't Wake Me Up").
Like Vines was released on June 6, 2006. In support of the new record, the band went on a summer tour with label mates Panic at the Disco and fellow cabaret-rock band the Dresden Dolls. The album has since sold steadily. The band took a month-long break before beginning another tour with Jack's Mannequin, Copeland, and Daphne Loves Derby.
In November 2006, The Hush Sound embarked on their first headlining tour, supported by This Providence, This Is Me Smiling, and Murder By Death. Since then, they've toured heavily all over the United States with Straylight Run, Spitalfield, HelloGoodbye, Boys Like Girls, and Pablo among others, making stops including the Wiltern in Los Angeles, The Warfield in San Francisco, and the SXSW festival in Austin, TX.
The band's third studio album, Goodbye Blues, was named one of the Most Anticipated Albums of 2008 according to Alternative Press Magazine. "GOODBYE BLUES" was recorded Fall 2007 at North Hollywood's Fairfax Recordings with producer/engineer Kevin Augunas (Cold War Kids, Jon Brion) at the helm. In tracks such as "Honey" and "Medicine Man",The Hush Sound shows influence of Blues, Swing, Rock, and Folk. On January 16th, a press release said that that album would in fact be released on March 18th and that the first single, Honey, would be available for purchase on the iTunes store on February 5th. Goodbye Blues is available for purchase through The Hush Sound's official website. Shortly after the release of Goodbye Blues the band announced an indefinite hiatus.
In August 2012 the band announced a series of fall 2012 tour dates. In Spring 2013, they released an EP, "Forty Five".
The Market
The Hush Sound Lyrics
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A picture that I know that you'd like
I'll let the colors run
It dries and then it's done
And we'll go to the market and sell it
It's worth more to them than it is to you
You said you'd put it on the wall
We'll go to the market and sell it
Let me build you a fortress
A fortress you can decorate
I'll find a way to pay
The bills to the estate
And we'll go to the market and sell it
It's worth more to them than it is to you
You said you weren't happy
And you won't be happy here
We'll go to the market and sell it
Let me give you some money
Some money for a daring escape
We'll find a ticket cheap
Say goodbye and you will leave
And we'll go to the market in Paris
It's worth more in francs than it is in our banks
You said you weren't happy
And you won't be happy here
We'll go to the market in Paris
In The Hush Sound's "The Market," the singer offers to paint a "picture" for someone they know will appreciate it. They use the metaphor of painting to represent an emotional experience they want to share. After the painting is finished, they suggest taking it to the market to sell it, as it is worth more to others than it is to the person who wanted it in the first place. The singer also offers to build a "fortress" that can be decorated and will pay for the bills to maintain it. However, they propose selling this as well, as the person they are building it for wouldn't be happy there. Lastly, they offer money for a getaway to Paris, where they can sell everything they have and start over.
The song seems to be addressing the disconnect between the singer and their audience. The singer has an expression of emotion they want to share but feels that the person they are creating for doesn't appreciate its full value. The use of the market as a place to sell paintings and fortresses suggests that art can lose value when it is created for a specific person, and its value is tied to the demand for it on the open market. The singer offers a different solution to finding happiness, which is to escape from the situation and start anew in a city like Paris, where they can redefine their value and worth.
Overall, "The Market" showcases The Hush Sound's ability to weave intricate lyrics with metaphorical meanings. The song is an invitation to discuss the value that we place on things we create or buy, and the significance we give them when we try to express our emotions through them.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me paint you a picture
I want to create a mental image for you
A picture that I know that you'd like
One that I know will appeal to your individual tastes
I'll let the colors run
I'll use bold and free strokes to make it look more appealing
It dries and then it's done
Then it will be finished and ready to be displayed
And we'll go to the market and sell it
We'll showcase the artwork and sell it to potential buyers
It's worth more to them than it is to you
The value of it to the buyers is more than what it means to us
You said you'd put it on the wall
You claimed you would display it at home
But I don't want you to
But I'd rather take the opportunity of selling it at the market
Let me build you a fortress
Let's build a secure structure
A fortress you can decorate
One you can personalize creatively
I'll find a way to pay
I'll look for ways to make the necessary payments
The bills to the estate
The bills for the property will be taken care of
And we'll go to the market and sell it
We'll see if we can get any buyers to purchase it
It's worth more to them than it is to you
The value of it to the buyers surpasses our personal value
You said you weren't happy
You expressed your unhappiness
And you won't be happy here
You will continue to be dissatisfied with the situation
We'll go to the market and sell it
We'll try a new approach by showcasing it at the market
Let me give you some money
Here's some money for you
Some money for a daring escape
Money for a bold and fresh start
We'll find a ticket cheap
We'll search for an affordable ticket
Say goodbye and you will leave
Bid farewell and start a new adventure
And we'll go to the market in Paris
We'll take another chance to sell some things in Paris
It's worth more in francs than it is in our banks
The value of the goods is more significant in francs than in our bank accounts
You said you weren't happy
You mentioned that you were unhappy
And you won't be happy here
The situation will not make you happy
We'll go to the market in Paris
We'll try to make a profit at the Parisian market
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ROBERT SAMUEL MORRIS
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My read- A metaphorical song about the desperation a jilted lover feels and the power that comes from experiencing such a consuming obsession.