1) The Morning … Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands with the name The Morning Light:
1) The Morning Light is a US pop-punk band.There are a number of ways to recognize when a band has that special something. At times it can seem nearly impossible to describe the feeling you get when a band just grabs you. It’s the feeling of popping a CD into your stereo and getting chills from the first vocal line to the last snare hit, or the feeling of not being able to look away the entire time a band graces the stage. When it comes to The Morning Light, you realize the devotion of their ever-growing fan base when you hear the whole crowd sing every word to a song that is not even recorded yet. Few bands play with the honesty, intensity, and musicianship of the rock quintet based out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, but if you are lucky enough to squeeze into one of their always packed shows, the experience will speak for itself.
After spending days on the road with big acts such as MxPx, Reel Big Fish, and The Rocket Summer in a band called Transition, keyboardist/vocalist Harrison Wargo and vocalist Bobby Garver decided it was time to begin writing music that had fewer barriers and felt more artistically satisfying. The two longtime friends sat down in a studio and began writing music that would ultimately leave them feeling more accomplished. "I realized that I needed to make music that I truly love if I was going to spend my life doing it," says Harrison. Finding band members who shared the same goals and visions was critical. Filling in the missing pieces were former bandmate and long time friend Matt Colussy on guitar and backing vocals, Nick Baxter on the drums, and Andy McDonald on bass.
It did not take very long for the boys to make a strong impression. Playing their first show in February of 2007, the band was signed nine months later to the powerhouse independent label Fearless Records, proud home to pop-rock icons At The Drive-In, Plain White T's, Mayday Parade, and The Maine. "We were so excited to sign with Fearless," remembers Harrison. "It felt like it was time to take the next step and Fearless seemed to be the right direction for us." The new record deal, coupled with features in publications such as Alternative Press, Outburn, AMP, and Substream, helped to springboard The Morning Light into the eyes and ears of a whole new sea of fans.
On the heels of a strong EP entitled "The Sounds of Love", released in March of 2008 on Fearless Records, the band jumped back into the studio with producer Matt Goldman (UnderOath, Cartel, Meg & Dia, Copeland) to record their first full length album, “The Morning Light”. The primary focus of the record was to make something the band could not only continue on its natural course stylistically, but also to make something the band could have fun with and experiment a bit. It led to many of the stronger performances showcased on the self-titled debut. The opening track entitled "Wake Up" will instantly capture the attention of listeners and is a perfect snapshot of the band's ability, direction, and sound. While the band certainly has a staple to their sound, the record keeps the listener guessing on tracks such as "Have You Tonight." "It’s a little different than the other songs on the record," states Harrison. “But it’s really the same as the rest as well. They all fit together they’re all written and performed by the same people. They’re a package deal.” He adds, "We used a lot of horns and strings...as far as instrumentation this kind of song lends itself to a lot of experimentation. We had a lot of fun making this record and take a lot of pride in it." The record was completed during the winter months in Atlanta, Georgia in just six weeks, and is scheduled to hit store shelves on August 5th, 2008.
The Morning Light is certainly no stranger to touring, having played 150 shows across the US in 2007 with acts such as Cute Is What We Aim For, All Time Low, and Just Surrender. In addition to making bi-coastal appearances at the Bamboozle festivals in early 2008, the band will continue to hit the road hard with help from their booking agent Craig Newman at APA (Plain White T's, Mayday Parade). After completing a full US tour with The Audition in the late spring, The Morning Light jumped right back in the van to promote their debut record release all summer long on The Dance Across The Country Tour with The Hush Sound, The Cab and Steel Train. The band is confident that their time spent on the road in 2008 will translate into a stronger and even more rapid growing fan-base. Quickly becoming known in cities everywhere for their emotional and dynamic performances, vocalist Garver says, "We just like to have fun and really get into the music." Be sure to catch the band on one of the most anticipated tours of the Fall with The Rocket Summer, Phantom Planet, The Secret Handshake and of course The Morning Light.
Genuine and heartfelt honesty coupled with meaningful lyrics are what separate The Morning Light from their peers. Irresistibly catchy, curiously dark, and full of surprises their music will keep you smiling, dancing, and anxiously guessing during a pleasing, well crafted mélange of solid pop-rock musicianship. If The Morning Light is not currently on your playlist, stop chillin’ on your couch and welcome yourself to your new addiction.
- Shawn Milke
Check Out The Morning Light's Websites.
www.myspace.com/themorninglight
www.facebook.com/themorninglight
www.buzznet.com/themorninglight
www.purevolume.com/themorninglight
www.ilike.com/artist/The+Morning+Light
2) an Italian post-punk band published on Jamendo
This Way
The Morning Light Lyrics
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And that's all i remember so far
Watch the sun dreary eyes illuminate the moons goodbye
Oh how it feels to be young
Oh its over - the day that we change
Oh the love we'd instill if we stay this way
Still we change with the times
all the hands generally do is they please
Still it's on and on i hear our name
a generation left astray
Oh how it feels to be loved
Oh its over - the day that we change
Oh the love we'd instill if we stay
Cos when you die, well, you die so just live how you please
because we all are alive and we're free
let not anyone claim forward thought paves mistakes
cos they dressed us, then left us alone
So i'll wait till I find another day we're all trying
to believe i should leave my sheets behind
In "This Way" by The Morning Light, the singer reflects on the passing of time and the fleeting nature of youth. The opening lines convey a sense of resignation and melancholy as the singer wakes up to find that another day has slipped by unnoticed. The sun rises and the moon fades away, marking the passage of time and the irreversibility of change. The singer longs to hold on to the feeling of being young and carefree, but knows that it's impossible to stop the march of time.
The second verse takes a more philosophical turn as the singer contemplates the nature of change and the passage of time. The clocks keep ticking forward, and the older generation seems to have lost touch with the dreams and aspirations of the young. The singer feels a sense of frustration at being "left astray" by those who came before, but also a deep appreciation for the feeling of being loved and connected to others.
The final verse is a call to live life on one's own terms, without fear of making mistakes or following the wrong path. The singer is determined to find a way to believe in something that can give meaning and purpose to life, even in the face of forces that try to divide and isolate us from each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I wake just to find another day's past me by
Realizing that time is passing by and another day has already gone by
And that's all i remember so far
Not having any memorable moments to recall from the day before
Watch the sun dreary eyes illuminate the moons goodbye
Observing the sun rising and illuminating the sky, while the moon sets in the background
Oh how it feels to be young
Reflecting on how it feels to have youth on one's side
Oh its over - the day that we change
Acknowledging that change is inevitable and each day brings new opportunities for growth
Oh the love we'd instill if we stay this way
Expressing the possibility of love if one holds onto certain values and principles
Still we change with the times
Admitting that even with the passage of time, change is still constant
but see the clocks don't rewind
Despite wishing to turn back time, it is not possible to do so
all the hands generally do is they please
The clock hands move at their own pace and do not follow one's desires
Still it's on and on i hear our name
One's name and reputation continues to exist and be heard even after one has moved on
a generation left astray
A feeling of dismay and concern for lost generations
Oh how it feels to be loved
The feeling of being loved is something special
Cos when you die, well, you die so just live how you please
Encouraging to live life to the fullest since death is inevitable
because we all are alive and we're free
Emphasizing the freedom and privilege of being alive
let not anyone claim forward thought paves mistakes
Rejecting the notion that progress always leads to errors
cos they dressed us, then left us alone
Realizing that society shapes individuals, but ultimately one must face things alone
So i'll wait till I find another day we're all trying
Waiting for a day where everyone is in harmony and working towards a shared goal
to believe i should leave my sheets behind
Feeling motivated to leave behind the comfort and security of one's sheets and take action towards personal and collective growth
Contributed by Benjamin K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.