Vocalist/guitarist Ritzy Bryan and bassist Rhydian Dafydd originally played together as part of indie rock band Tricky Nixon, which later reformed into a new wave/post-punk band Sidecar Kisses. In 2007 they regrouped on returning to Mold, Wales and formed The Joy Formidable, with Justin Stahley now on drums.
The Joy Formidable released their debut single, "Austere", on 7" through Another Kitchen Records on 18 August 2008. "Austere" was followed with a second single, a limited edition double 7" physical release of "Cradle" on Try Harder Records on 2 February 2009.
In 17 February 2009, the band issued an 8-track mini album A Balloon Called Moaning on Pure Groove Records. In support of the record the band appeared at several notable festivals, including Latitude Festival, Reading Festival and Leeds Festival during which time Justin Stahley was replaced on the drums by Matthew Thomas.
In May 2009, they issued the single, "Whirring", on 7" through Friends Vs Records, which was BBC Radio 2's Radcliffe and Maconie Show's Pick of the Week for the week of 11 May 2010.
At the end of 2009, The Joy Formidable released a free digital-only single "Greyhounds in the Slips", produced by and featuring ex-Mansun frontman Paul Draper and a limited edition live album entitled First You Have To Get Mad on 30 November 2009, which had been recorded at their headline London Garage gig two months previously.
The band also notably toured the UK with Editors and Passion Pit. On 26 June 2010, they supported Paul McCartney at Cardiff's Millenium Stadium. The very next day, the band performed an opening set on the Other Stage at the Glastonbury Festival 2010. They also toured as part of the 2010 NME Radar Tour, supported by Chapel Club, Flats and Wilder.
Another single entitled "Popinjay" was released through iTunes Store on 21 February 2010, ahead of a physical release on 5 April 2010. In 11 October 2010, The Joy Formidable issued the single "I Don’t Want To See You Like This".
In 24 January 2011, The Joy Formidable released their debut studio album The Big Roar on Atlantic Records. The album was very favorable received by critics. The Big Roar was preceded by the re-issue of the single "Austere".
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Endtapes
The Joy Formidable Lyrics
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Sellotape an end to
Sellotape an end to
Sellotape an end to
The knots, keep you at my side, upstairs in corners
Eyes blink for the call
Up and out, my beacon, will choke, if yours is taken
I'd have four more lines
Four more lines
Aha
Sellotape an end to
Sellotape an end to
Sellotape an end to
Sellotape an end
Harder thought, mosquito
Right down ,
My fickle hands, machine surprises
Meant for me
Up and out, my beacon, will choke, if yours is taken
I'd have four more lines
Four more lines
It was broken way
Turning on the pages first
Sellotape an end to,
Stormy letters hide me, over
Silent sorrows, breaks it
Swirls with every tear drop
Pulls my fighting dear across
Sellotape an end to, this
Feels years, leaves knots, bleeds burst, keeps apart
Feels years, leaves knots, bleeds burst, keeps, an honest fool
Feels years, leaves knots, Keeps apart
Feels years, leaves knots, Keeps apart
Sellotape an end to
A story that is ending
Sellotape an end to
A story that is ending
The lyrics to The Joy Formidable's song Endtapes are somewhat cryptic, but seem to be about the end of a relationship or a story. The repeated refrain of "Sellotape an end to" suggests that they are trying to tie up loose ends and move on. The first verse mentions sitting tightly, with knots keeping the subject at the singer's side. There is a sense of urgency, with the eyes blinking for a call and a beacon that could choke if it is taken. The singer mentions having four more lines, perhaps as a way of wrapping things up.
The second verse brings in new imagery, with the metaphor of a mosquito and fickle hands. There is a sense of something meant for the subject, but it is unclear what that might be. Again, there is a mention of a beacon that could be taken, and the importance of holding on to it. The final verse brings in stormy letters and silent sorrows, suggesting a kind of emotional turmoil. There is a sense of fighting against something or someone that is pulling the subject in a different direction.
Line by Line Meaning
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Sitting pretty, up tightly
Being comfortable and secure in a particular situation
The knots, keep you at my side, upstairs in corners
The ties that bind us are keeping us together, even in secluded or hidden areas
Eyes blink for the call
Waiting for a sign or instruction
Up and out, my beacon, will choke, if yours is taken
Trying to be a guiding light, but feeling overwhelmed or lost when that role is taken by someone else
I'd have four more lines
I have more to say or express
Four more lines
I have more to say or express
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Sellotape an end
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Harder thought, mosquito
Difficult or complex problems that seem small or insignificant
Right down ,
Exact or precise
My fickle hands, machine surprises
My unpredictable actions lead to unexpected consequences
Meant for me
Intended or designed for me
It was broken way
Something was destroyed or irreparably damaged
Turning on the pages first
Looking back or revisiting past events
Sellotape an end to,
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
Stormy letters hide me, over
Troubled or difficult communications conceal my true emotions or feelings
Silent sorrows, breaks it
Unspoken sadness or pain destroys our connection
Swirls with every tear drop
Emotions are overwhelming and intense
Pulls my fighting dear across
Tensions or disagreements cause a separation or distance between us
Sellotape an end to, this
Putting a temporary end or pause to this particular situation
Feels years, leaves knots, bleeds burst, keeps apart
Time has caused emotional damage and created distance between us
Feels years, leaves knots, bleeds burst, keeps, an honest fool
Despite being hurt and deceived, we still hold onto hope and honesty
Feels years, leaves knots, Keeps apart
Time has caused emotional damage and created distance between us
Feels years, leaves knots, Keeps apart
Time has caused emotional damage and created distance between us
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
A story that is ending
A narrative that is coming to a close
Sellotape an end to
Putting a temporary end or pause to something
A story that is ending
A narrative that is coming to a close
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RHIANNON BRYAN, RHYDIAN DAVIES
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