Although the lineup had a fair amount of material recorded, the EP would end up being their only document. After touring extensively for the EP, the lineup disbanded, with Mike Myers going to drum for The String and Return. Epley, however, decided to recruit a new lineup under the same name, and brought in bassist Eric Abert of Ring, Cicada, and drummer Chris Metcalf to work out new material. The difference is striking - Metcalf's drumming couldn't be further from Myers, laying out metric layers of relentless percussion that when combined with Abert's bass comes closer to Helmet than anything else. For all of the heaviness, though, the songs themselves are prone to developing a shimmering beauty with layers of guitar and processed vocals cascading against the rhythm section, and "Suburban Hymns" goes deeper into the more emotional territory suggested on "Flat End."
"Suburban Hymns" was released on DeSoto Records in August 2005. The band toured the US, Spain, Portugal, and Japan to promote the album. While in Spain and Portugal the band released a split EP with tour mates Nueva Vulcano. The band also released a Japanese-only issue of "Suburban Hymns" that included an extra track ("Coda").
In October 2006 "The Magician" EP was released and the band embarked upon a new tour of the US and Canada in support of the album. "The Magician" is the logical outgrowth of "Suburban Hymns," striking in its dreamlike psychedelic heaviness and strongly reminiscent of '90s shoegaze.
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Respect
The Life and Times Lyrics
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The sooner the better get everything I wanted
And I'm a tough guy
Can't get enough guy
Self assuared guy
Chest always so puffed guy, but not a bad guy
May seem different in my ways, have no emotions, isn't it lovely
I could lie say I like it like that
Shit getting ugly, you say you bite but I bite back
You say you bite but I bite back
Listen to the quiet words of the wise, not the loud noise of the fools
Listen to the quiet words of the wise, not the loud noise of the fools
And I told you it's not the same thing na-na-na
But we all want the same thing na-na-na
That respect on the name thing na-na-na
You lying is not the main thing na-na-na
The fire on my light is flaming na-na-na
Would you stay with me if it's raining na-na-na
The fire on my light is flaming na-na-na
Would you stay with me if it's raining na-na-na
Truth be told, yall be funny to me
But don't do me funny, cause I don't play
Cant waste no time or day
See black and white, yall see gray
Means it is what it is, and it is what it's not
Gotta keep fighting and give it all you got
Sincerly x men you gon make it on the dot
Don't care what you say, Got a feeling I can't shake
Take a flight like a pilot
Just use your eyes and be quiet
Just use your eyes and be quiet
Know it's hard, can't fight it
I know you didn't mean it, but I heard what you said
And I know you didn't mean it, but I heard what you said
The lyrics to The Life and Times's song RESPECT is a reflective piece that delves into the issues of friendship, respect, and loyalty. The song begins with the singer expressing their confusion about their relationship with their friends, wondering whether the problem is with them or with their friends. The lyrics show that, despite being let down by their friends, the singer still strives to understand the situation.
The song continues with the singer lamenting the loss of supportive friends they used to have. The singer notes that fake smiles and handshakes could only cover up so much. The lyrics demand respect and acknowledge that it is a two-way street- while the singer is willing to show respect back, they first demand it. The final verse is a somber warning, telling a friend that they have a lot to learn about respect.
Overall, the lyrics to RESPECT is a poignant exploration of the complexities of friendships and the importance of respect and loyalty to maintain those relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
From day one I could not comprehend
Since the beginning, I struggled to understand this situation
Was it us, was it me, or was it them?
I am unsure of who is at fault in this situation - myself, my friends or others
Friends will come and go as it seems
Friendships are not permanent; they can change over time
And now I have no shoulder on which to lean
I no longer have anyone to rely on for support
Still I do not understand
Despite my efforts, I still cannot comprehend what has happened
You break your back for something
You work hard and make sacrifices for something you believe in
Well where's the fans?
However, where is the support and recognition for this effort?
Show me - respect
If you want my respect,
And I'll
Then,
Show me - Show you right back
I will show you the same respect in return
I see the boys that I once called my friends
I observe the individuals who were once close companions of mine
They'll fake a smile and then they'll shake your hand
They will pretend to be friendly and supportive, but it is not sincere
When will this ever end?
I wonder when this cycle of fake friendships will come to a conclusion
I look around at my brothers
I turn to my closest, most trusted friends
My only true friends
Who are the only ones who offer genuine support
You got a lot to learn my friend
You have much to learn about the meaning of respect
You've got a lot to learn about respect!
It is important to truly understand the value of respecting others and being respected in return
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Nana Amoa
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