(2) The Maccabees (2002-2016, 2024-present) are an indie rock band from London, UK. The line-up consisted of Orlando Weeks (vocals), Hugo White (guitar), Felix White (guitar, vocals), Rupert Jarvis (bass) and Sam Doyle (drums), who replaced Robert Dylan Thomas. Weeks stated once that the band came up with the name by flicking through the Bible and picking out a random word. Despite adopting a name with religious connotations, he affirmed that none of the band are religious.
Debuting in 2004 with the You Make Noise I Make Sandwiches EP (released on Haircut Records), they released their first single X-Ray on Promise Records on November 28, 2005. Receiving just little significant exposure - some evening play on XFM London radio station - the band however scored a minor indie hit with their second post-punk influenced single Latchmere released in April 2006 on Fierce Panda Records.
Then inking a deal with the Polydor imprint (and former home of The Cure) Fiction Records the bands first studio album, Colour It In, was released on May 4, 2007 .
To date (late September 2007) they have released three (widely available) singles from the album (First Love, About Your Dress and Precious Time) with a fourth and final single Toothpaste Kisses released on October 8, 2007.
On May 4, 2009 the band released Wall of Arms, their second album. Preceded by the single Love You Better on April 27th. Markus Dravs, who collaborated in the past with artists such as Björk, Arcade Fire and Coldplay, produced the album. The album has been recorded in various cities including Liverpool and Paris, unlike their first long-player which was recorded in "dribs and drabs" like frontman Orlando Weeks said.
On January 9, 2012 the Maccabees released Given To The Wild, their third album. The band worked on the album at both Rockfield Studios in Wales and their rehearsal space in London's Elephant and Castle district, before decamping to Suffolk to finish the record.
Marks to Prove It, their last album, was released in 2015. The band announced that they decided to disband in August 2016, with farewell gigs in 2017.
On 25 October 2024, it was announced that the band were reuniting.
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Guitarist Felix White was initially in a band called Jack's Basement with fellow friend Jack Peñate. Felix and Hugo White are brothers, along with Will White, who is the frontman of another band called Talk Taxis. Former drummer Robert Dylan Thomas left the band in 2008.
Given To The Wild
The Maccabees Lyrics
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Given to the wilder ways
While the ways of a child
Are whiled away
The opening lines of The Maccabees' "Given To The Wild" depict a sense of adventure and rebellion. The singer sings about being given to the wild, away from the constraints of society and norms, and embracing the wilder ways. The wilder ways refer to experiences beyond the ordinary, such as taking risks, breaking rules, and exploring uncharted territories. However, the latter half of the song brings a sense of melancholy as the singer sings about the fleeting nature of childhood. The ways of a child are whiled away, suggesting that childhood is transient, and we should make the most of it, taking chances, and living fully.
The lyrics of the song seem to suggest that the world is a vast, wild, and mysterious place, and it is up to the individual to embrace it, explore it, and make the most of it. At the same time, the song warns that life is fleeting, and we should cherish the moments that make it worth living. The music in the song is equally captivating, featuring a mix of guitar, drums, and vocals that combine in a way that expresses the emotions of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Given to the wild
Abandoned to the untamed and unpredictable nature of life
Given to the wilder ways
Unrestrained and embracing the unpredictability and risks of life
While the ways of a child
During a time when one is innocent, naive, and carefree, with little responsibility
Are whiled away
Passing one's time joyfully and without worry or consequence, often unaware of the fleeting nature of such carefree moments
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: FELIX WHITE, HUGO WHITE, ORLANDO THOMAS WEEKS, RUPERT ALEXANDER JARVIS SHEPHERD, SAM DOYLE
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@TheBrodieBoy66
love the maccabees
@SunIntusap
Makes me wanna put on my headsets and go out for a long Run
@ricecakeh
this gives me the same feeling as placing the final piece in a puzzle.
@ShafiqMazlanDesign
Two words: Simply breathtaking.
@onthewalkoffame
Outstandingly beautiful.
@ArcticMaccaBay
Absolutely incredible nothing more to say
@MistakeinTheMaking
amazing. simply amazing.
@daisydepsi1
Visually stunning. And what a taster. More like this please Maccabees.
@fogjinda
cinematography and sound track is spot on.
@FizzNews
words can not describe how good this video is, and how perfect the song is to it. it has given me a reason to live simple in hope that i will be able to do something like this with the one i love one day. thank you maccabees