Th… Read Full Bio ↴I can haz synth? Yes you can and lots of it, [heart] the L.E.D.s.
The evolution of The L.E.D.s began four short years ago in Christchurch, NZ - courtesy of Marcus Thomas and Blair Parkes who, in 2004, formed "Thomas:Parkes" after both being involved in several guitar-based bands over the previous years.
After writing and releasing the album "Big Machine" as Thomas:Parkes, Marcus and Blair decided to expand the sound.
The introduction of Helen Greenfield (formally of "Barnard's Star") to the line-up introduced more feline synth, luscious vocals, and a dash of strings to the mix. This, of course, made the name "Thomas:Parkes" not only obsolete but incorrect and the search for a new name began. After exchanging many txts and e-mails and much googling (to ensure the name was unique); Helen, Marcus, and Blair settled on the name "The L.E.D.s" - not least because it was a cool name and the omnipresent light emitting diodes on their gear... (mmmm)
Towards the end of 2006, the L.E.D.s released their debut album titled "...we are the L.E.D.s". The album contained several singles that charted in the RDU Top 10 and led to the eccentric Dr Hitchcock including "Modernist Cut" on the compilation "This is not the chch sound".
Following the production of a music video for the second single "Rumba", The L.E.D.s asked drummer Daniel Batkin-Smith to join the band in an effort to step up the live performances. The L.E.D.s continue to use programmed beats mixed with live drums during their live performances and still manage to record and write new material despite being split between Christchurch and Wellington.
Together their powers combine to create catchy, electro-fuelled pop and a super-good time. After several synth-licious, crowd-pleasing performances in Christchurch and a tour as part of the Karajoz Public Address Great Blend, the L.E.D.s are currently working on a new album, scheduled for release in the first half of 2008.
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Sound Surrounds
The L.E.D.S Lyrics
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Your mary jane choosing me keep it blunt I might have to grabba
They don't understand how get them weak in the knees why not
Your lady neck break like the exorcist every time I ride by
Always got to thank god
Wake up every morning feeling like ra
Nothing they could do yuh
Face screwed up looking like bosch
When it plenty fishes that'll guzzle
Ego gon' be the death of us nikkas
It ain't really no puzzle
Some of ya'll ain't thorough
but it's all good we still grew up though
Kill the animosity
Funny thing half of ya'll really cuzzo
You See who got the crown now
You see who really down now
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
Nikka I be every where
This that surround sound
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
You See who got the crown now
You see who really down now
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
Nikka I be every where
This that surround sound
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
Nigga I'm so jiggy
Why you think she with me
Sleeping on me silly
All good no biggie
I'm so misunderstood
I feel like tae milli
At the end of the day
Give a fuck if you feel me
Litty busy in the city on our way to the tryna make a name
Like a tattoo artist's needle to the skin putting in pain
She tryna get her last nut ugh I'm tryna get my racks up
They pocket watching back up real talk real ones don't judge
Shades dark in the club nikka so what still focused
Do me one favor worry about me no I'm a grown up
Fresh gear on me yuh shittin' on a hater like locust
shake 'em off hold up know we got to keep the vibes turnt up
You See who got the crown now
You see who really down now
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
Nikka I be every where
This that surround sound
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
You See who got the crown now
You see who really down now
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
Nikka I be every where
This that surround sound
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
You See who got the crown now
You see who really down now
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
Nikka I be every where
This that surround sound
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
You See who got the crown now
You see who really down now
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
Nikka I be every where
This that surround sound
You see who really every where
This that surround sound
The lyrics of "Sound Surrounds" by The L.E.D.S convey a sense of confidence and self-assuredness. The opening lines, "Blow it down til' it all disappear cuz its really that za / Your mary jane choosing me keep it blunt I might have to grabba," suggest a carefree attitude towards life. It seems like the singer is unapologetically enjoying themselves and not concerned about the opinions of others.
The following lines, "They don't understand how get them weak in the knees why not / Your lady neck break like the exorcist every time I ride by / Always got to thank god / Wake up every morning feeling like ra," highlight the singer's ability to captivate people and evoke admiration from others. They feel blessed and powerful, starting each day with a sense of empowerment and strength.
The lyrics then touch upon the theme of loyalty and authenticity. The lines, "Some of ya'll ain't thorough / but it's all good we still grew up though / Kill the animosity / Funny thing half of ya'll really cuzzo" suggest that despite some people not being genuine or trustworthy, the singer remains unfazed. They value their true friends and family members while disregarding the negativity of others.
The chorus, "You See who got the crown now / You see who really down now / You see who really everywhere / This that surround sound" reinforces the singer's dominance and presence. They take pride in their achievements, the loyalty they receive, and the wide recognition they have garnered.
Overall, through confident and assertive language, "Sound Surrounds" portrays a sense of self-assurance, gratitude, and a disregard for negativity. The singer exudes a strong presence and relishes in their ability to captivate those around them.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Charles Connor
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WoD
Thanks for the comment.
The projector I purchased is:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L8ZSPWH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_sWNJFXBStHTOD
I got it more because it was affordable.
The fan can get a little loud though but if you have your 5.0 system well-balanced,
After a while
you wont even notice it.
That's just me though.
Xis That Kid
Great vid thanks 👍
I'm actually thinking about getting this system for my projector.
What like of projector do you have?
WoD
Thanks for the comment.
The projector I purchased is:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L8ZSPWH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_sWNJFXBStHTOD
I got it more because it was affordable.
The fan can get a little loud though but if you have your 5.0 system well-balanced,
After a while
you wont even notice it.
That's just me though.
Julieanna Baca
Ok I ordered this as well and just received it like 3 days ago haven’t had a chance to set it up I work nights and lord knows when one works nights never have a chance to do anything especially with 10 hr shifts but what caught my attention was that I in fact work at Amazon and I see products go back and forth Ana and for some reason this one caught my Attention I looked up in the tube and seen your video thanks ... as soon as I seen in the wiring I put it down and said there’s no way I’m going to do this in 10 min haha but after your video I seen it can be done so I’m going to tackle it tomorrow because I just got off work .. I just wanted to thank you for the video it was helpful 👌
WoD
I'm really glad it helped you out.
Just remember to not let all the wiring intimidate you.
It's all color coordinated.
Easy to figure out.
Good luck and thanks.
Uhh Ok
hey how are they holding up? im planning on getting them and was wondering how the sound quality is ? is it very loud? too loud, too quiet?
Uhh Ok
@WoD oh man forsure thanks
Appreciate it will watch your update video!
I'll keep looking.
Do you have a different surround sound system in mind?
WoD
Strangely I just made a video update on the system.
Coming soon.
Let's just say you get what you pay for.
Weigh your options.
Uhh Ok
also hows the bass? please and thanks
Winston Wilks
thanks for the info...i just bought one and i cant get the sound to work from the tv great...but i see one thing you did that i did not do that i will try and that is pair the device with my tv
WoD
With the audio there is two ways I did it.
One was to directly hardwire it from the sound system to the headphone jack in back of the TV.
The other was by pairing the system to both my fire stick for tv as well as my cell phone for music.
Sound quality between the two is questionable.
Bluetooth seems to be just slightly bit better with the 5.1 setting.
That's just me. Hope that helps.