Transcending genre, the group effortlessly bounds between hard-hitting dance tracks and thoughtful, indie-styled vocal songs, tying it all together with a distinctly cinematic presentation. The group also designed, built, and performs its own live visuals in the form of a massive LED version of their iconic "M". It is this eclectic and all-encompassing approach towards their craft that has distinguished The M Machine as something very unique in the world of electronic music.
The group achieved initial viral success with a teaser video for their two-part album Metropolis. The group's debut EP, Metropolis Pt. I, was released in April 2012 on Skrillex's OWSLA label. Inspired by Fritz Lang's seminal 1927 film Metropolis, the group created an entire mythology for the release, each song telling part of the story of the dystopian city of Metropolis. After an extensive run of official remixes for Bruno Mars, Passion Pit, Datsik/Kill The Noise, and Madeon, The M Machine returned to original production, elevating their craft to the rave reviews of their peers (read Skrillex, Porter Robinson, and Madeon). The second installment of their album, Metropolis Pt. II, released by OWSLA in February 2013, marked a new high water point in terms of the group's creativity and production. The Metropolis saga was completed with the release of Metropolis Remixed, a revamped retrospective of the previous two EPs that featured remixes from Kill The Noise, Digitalism, Robotaki, and more. Most recently the group remixed Dog Blood and Empire Of The Sun; both remixes were released to much fanfare.
The M Machine has performed at high-profile festivals including Electric Daisy Carnival (Las Vegas & NYC), Tomorrowland, Outside Lands, South by Southwest, Nocturnal Wonderland, Electric Forest, Electric Zoo, and Camp Bisco. Other highlights include a support slot for the entire "Language Tour" with Porter Robinson, and a support slot for Skrillex at Red Rocks in Denver. With support from many of the world's most notable DJs, including Tiesto, Skrillex, Porter Robinson, Madeon, Markus Schulz, Benny Benassi, Zane Lowe, and Pete Tong, The M Machine continue to carve themselves a distinct niche in the ever-changing landscape of electronic music.
Glow
The M Machine Lyrics
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Streaking color lights across the pole,
They're all growing
I feel young again (x2)
And suddenly I change
I'm looking at my hands
And you lead the way
And tell me what I do here
I feel young again (x2)
The M Machine's song Glow is a euphoric track that takes its listeners on a journey through time and space. The lyrics are open to interpretation, but it seems to be about the feeling of youthfulness and the desire to go back in time to relive moments of wild abandon. The opening lines of the song are ambiguous, but they suggest that something is happening, and it's causing a noticeable change. The slither that is growing can be interpreted in many ways, but most likely it's referring to some sort of psychedelic or trippy state of mind that's making everything appear more colorful and alive.
As the song progresses, the singer seems to become more self-aware, noticing the creases in his hands and perhaps reflecting on his age or mortality. But despite any existential doubts, the song's refrain of "I feel young again" is a reminder that the mind can take us to places where time is irrelevant and age is just a number. Overall, the song captures the feeling of being lost in the moment, of experiencing something amazing, and of never wanting it to end.
Line by Line Meaning
Every other slither is growing
Each alternate moment is progressing and advancing
Streaking color lights across the pole,
Bright and vivid lights are moving swiftly across the area
They're all growing
Everything is evolving and thriving
I feel young again (x2)
I experience youth and vitality once more
And suddenly I change
An abrupt transformation takes place
I'm looking at my hands
I notice my own hands
The creases are as of him?
The wrinkles resemble that of another person
And you lead the way
You take charge and guide me
And tell me what I do here
You provide me with direction and purpose in this place
Contributed by Levi I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kingwithoutacrown1
Every other sliver is growing
Streaking color lights across the pole
They're all glowing
I feel young again
And suddenly I change
I'm looking at my hands
The creases all disappear
And you lead the way
And tell me what I do here
I feel young again
@DeezNuts-ps3zq
Man how did their songs not blow up…
@treehann
I feel like this song is a phoenix, regenerating out of the ashes of old songs. So good.
@jouckie48
old people dislikin feelin young again smh...
@kingwithoutacrown1
Every other sliver is growing
Streaking color lights across the pole
They're all glowing
I feel young again
And suddenly I change
I'm looking at my hands
The creases all disappear
And you lead the way
And tell me what I do here
I feel young again
@PatchworkR66
The originality in this one is huge. Love it, can't wait for metropolis pt. 2...
@manceauxclaire3154
Bad Kids Go To Hell brought me here. Fucking good song!
@mainpage725
Still rocking this song in 2022!!!!!!!!!!!
@austinwilliamsshow
Everything about this song is perfect. The melody, the rhythm, everything!
@hannibaltexter
Random visit to MikeDiva's page brought me here, now I want more about this so called "M Machine"
@moonwitch6799
Thanks kids from hell for making me discover this addicting song!♥