The band has five members:
Thomas L. Fagerlund - Vocals, Guitar
Søren B. Corneliussen - Vocals, Guitar
Daniel Skjoldmose - Guitar, Keys, Backing Vocals
Rune Pedersen - Bass, Backing vocals
Hasse Mydtskov - Drums, Backing vocals
Their sound is quite similar to some other Danish bands, such as The Figurines, Moi Caprice and Mew. Internationally, comparisons can be made to Modest Mouse, Mercury Rev, Arcade Fire and the Flaming Lips.
Three members of The Kissaway Trail (Søren, Thomas and Rune) originally recorded together under the names of ‘Hostmom’ and ‘Isles’. Isles self-released an album called "We have decided not to die" in 2005. Since then, an additional guitarist, Daniel, and drummer Hasse joined the band, while Thomas started to sing alongside Søren making the distinctive two lead-vocal sound that they have today. Various tracks from this early period of the bands history can still be downloaded from Danish music websites. The band’s musical existence very nearly ended when Søren lost his love for music after his father was killed under tragic circumstances. However, he made his own decision to start performing and recording again, and The Kissaway Trail started to create their debut album.
Their material is released in Europe (aside from Scandinavia) and Japan by Bella Union, Etch n Sketch in Australia and New Zealand, and Playground Music in Scandinavia. On their breakthrough album underground producer Morten Frank helped them in the studio.
The title of their song 61 relates to the number of days a band member had to wait to hear if their family member had a terminal illness. The member involved is kept under wraps, obviously for very personal reasons; some fans believe it is Hasse, the drummer, because he has a tattoo of the number '61' on his chest. Other sources suggest he just might have got the tattoo because, according to his own admission, 61 is his favourite song to play live.
In the Autumn of 2007, The Kissaway Trail acted as the main support for Editors on their UK and European tours, alongside Ra Ra Riot in the UK and The Boxer Rebellion in Europe.
The Kissaway Trail are renowned for their own individual slant on the English language within their lyrics.
The band have cited influences to their music include The Beach Boys, Granddaddy, Daniel Johnston and Sonic Youth, amongst others. The lack of an obvious way to describe their music has brought common comparisons between themselves and the Polyphonic Spree and Canadian band the Arcade Fire. There is some truth with these similarities.
The band have been known for their live performances, which have included songs from 'The Kissaway Trail', as well as b-sides such as 'Romeo And Romeo' and 'La Mia'. They have also performed at the Wireless, Latitude and SXSW festivals in 2007, and the Montreaux Jazz Festival in 2008, where they supported Interpol and The National.
The band released an EP called "Into the Ocean and Rise Again" in 2006, and their debut album called "The Kissaway Trail" was released in 2007 from which 3 singles have been taken to date (Smother + Evil = Hurt, La La Song & 61
Bleeding Hearts
The Kissaway Trail Lyrics
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Cause your thoughts and feelings just don't match
You're afraid of things you can't control
To watch the world while you're lying down
Alcohol and medicine won't work
You don't know where to go or where to stop
It will take some time...
Some time...
Some time...
...when you close your eyes you sleep from fear
And if a nightmare shows up you'll have to jump in front of a car to wake up
When it all comes down to it, it's the same that we fear
When it all comes down to it, it's the same...
The Kissaway Trail's song Bleeding Hearts talks about a person who has been feeling lost for quite some time. The lyrics suggest that the person has been struggling to reconcile their thoughts and feelings, and this conflict has been making them fearful of things that they can't control. The person has been trying to find solace in alcohol and medicine but has been unable to find a way out of their predicament. The lyrics suggest that it will take some time for the person to heal and come to terms with their feelings.
The lyrics also talk about the person's fear of sleep and the nightmares that come with it. The person is so afraid of their dreams that they would rather jump in front of a car than face their fears. The lyrics suggest that at the core of this fear is the same fear that we all share. When everything else is stripped away, we are left with the same fears and insecurities. The song's lyrics are poignant and relatable, resonating with anyone who has ever felt lost or overwhelmed.
Overall, the song is a powerful reminder that we are all human and that we all struggle with similar fears and insecurities. The lyrics are raw and vulnerable, giving voice to the inner conflicts and struggles that we all face.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you have felt lost for quite some time
I understand that you have been feeling like you don't know where you belong for a while now.
Cause your thoughts and feelings just don't match
The things you think and the way you feel seem to be in conflict, which can be confusing and distressing.
You're afraid of things you can't control
The unknown and uncontrollable aspects of life make you anxious and scared.
To watch the world while you're lying down
You feel like you're just a passive observer of the world rather than an active participant.
Alcohol and medicine won't work
You've tried self-medicating with substances, but they haven't solved your problems or helped you feel better.
You don't know where to go or where to stop
You feel directionless and don't know what steps to take to improve your situation.
It will take some time...
Healing and finding your way will be a slow process that requires patience.
Some time...
Recovery won't happen overnight, it will take time and effort.
When you close your eyes you sleep from fear
Your anxiety is so intense that it even affects your ability to sleep peacefully.
And if a nightmare shows up you'll have to jump in front of a car to wake up
Your fears are so intense that even your dreams are terrifying and you feel like you need a drastic action to escape them.
When it all comes down to it, it's the same that we fear
Ultimately, many of us fear the same things, such as the unknown, feeling helpless, or losing control.
When it all comes down to it, it's the same...
No matter our individual struggles, we all face similar fears and challenges in life.
Contributed by Allison E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.