An alternative/psychedlic ro… Read Full Bio ↴The Well refers to (at least two) bands
An alternative/psychedlic rock band formed by Peter Koppes as a side project from The Church, and released Water Rites.
A metal/psychedelic/doom rock band from Austin, Texas
The Well - Austin, Texas
Metal / Psychedelic / Doom
Members:
Ian Graham - Guitar/Vocals
Lisa Alley - Bass
Jason Sullivan - Drums
Austin-based power trio The Well redefine heavy rock by merging massive riffs with sophisticated melodies. Their progressive sound stems from a nostalgic desire to blend different musical styles as diversified as Joy Division to Blue Cheer. The group blossomed when guitarist/vocalist Ian Graham was fired from his previous band. Determined to redirect his musical focus, Graham hooked up with bassist Lisa Alley and the two began picking out riffs in their east-side garage. Rounding out their sound, they stole drummer Jason Sullivan from Graham’s old band in a tale of vengeance and karma. His solid groove and reckless tribal beat gave the three-piece their ideal primal attack.
Due to their psychedelic doom edge, The Well reap comparisons to Black Sabbath, Sleep, Electric Wizard and Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats. As fans of cult horror films, they embrace the sinister, revel in dark themes and find inspiration in haunting echoes. The dual vocals of Graham and Alley evoke an ancient language that carries a mystic spell. Daunting rhythms and heavy guitars often accentuate their chilling chants. In the spring of 2012 The Well’s first studio experience was to record their debut 7″ at the Barbeque Shack with Tia Carrera’s Jason Morales. Limited to 300 copies, ‘Seven’ was pressed on mixed vinyl with several cover options featuring hand-drawn art that emulated a few of the band’s favorite album covers. Nicknamed the “rip-off” series, the single sold out quickly becoming a favorite among European collectors.
By the fall of 2012, The Well were back in the studio again, this time at Ohm Recording Facility with Producer Mark Deutrom (Melvins, Sun O)))) and Engineer Chico Jones to record their debut album. However, an opportunity to record with Converse Rubber Tracks during SXSW 2013 resulted in the epic track “Eternal Well” and sparked the idea of an EP. ‘First Trip’ was pressed with a handful of songs from the Ohm sessions together with “Eternal Well” just in time for their West Coast Summer Tour. Due to the energy and excitement of their live shows, the disc sold out quickly. With each repressing, a different hand-screened cover was printed until all four limited editions sold out. One of their most rabid fans was Riding Easy Records label boss Daniel Hall who recently signed the band.
Inspired by early ‘70s psych and proto-metal, The Well have created a sound that reflects doom, punk and horror all rolled together in a ghostly rock soundtrack. Their full-length debut, ‘Samsara’, is their strongest collection of songs to date. Produced by Mark Deutrom and released through Riding Easy Records, the masterwork is a stripped down, electric blues fuzzfest and begs to be heard live. After a steady touring schedule that’s seen the band share the stage with international acts such as: Kadavar, Orchid, Fu Manchu, High On Fire, NAAM, Orange Goblin, Pentagram and Dead Meadow guarantees The Well are street-tough contenders. “Writing dark, ominous music is how I deal with life,” admits Ian. “When we play live it’s like expelling the demons.” At a time when rock music is fading among the masses, The Well inject an intoxicating dose of raw adrenaline into a fatigued genre. Their nostalgic reverence, simple structure and modern expression put them at the forefront of today’s heavy rock.
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Keep On
The Well Lyrics
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And then the front is invisible from the street
Then the bread go in your pocket if you want it if the house is enormous
And my kids is gon' have enough to eat
Then I feel like I can promise I'll get it for ya, I don't wanna be a problem
But I just be on my own, and my daddy died when he homeless
If my kids school is close enough, and it's some rooms to open up
I promise I'll be able to afford it, cause this money gon'
Sleep on my bed when I got something to dream about it
Keep comin' in if I got something to say about it
Sleep on my bed when I got some shit to think about
It keep comin' in if I got something to say about it
Sleep on my bed when I got something to dream about it
Keep comin' in if I got something to say about it
Sleep on my bed when I got some shit to think about
This water... better...
This water better roll on...
This water... better...
This water better roll on...
This water... better...
This water better roll on...
This water... better...
This water better roll on...
The lyrics to The Well's song "Keep On" convey themes of hope, determination, and the pursuit of a better life. The opening lines mention a large pool in the back and a bay even further back, indicating a sense of distance and longing. The front of the house is described as invisible from the street, suggesting a desire for privacy or a hidden existence. The mention of bread going in your pocket if you want it reflects a sense of abundance and the ability to provide for oneself. The singer expresses a desire to promise and provide for their children, referencing the hardships they faced with a father who died homeless. The lyrics express the belief that with enough money, they can ensure a better future for their family.
The repeated lines "Keep comin' in if I got something to say about it" and "Sleep on my bed when I got something to dream about it" convey a sense of empowerment and agency. It suggests that as long as they have something to strive for, whether it's voicing their opinions or having dreams to pursue, success and financial stability will continue to come their way. The water metaphor that appears throughout the chorus adds depth to the lyrics, implying that progress and abundance are constantly flowing, just like water.
Line by Line Meaning
Long as the pool in the back, and then the bay is further back
As long as there is a pool in the backyard, and a bay even further away
And then the front is invisible from the street
And the front of the house cannot be seen from the street
Then the bread go in your pocket if you want it if the house is enormous
Then you can put the money in your pocket if you want, especially if the house is huge
And my kids is gon' have enough to eat
And my kids will always have enough food to eat
Then I feel like I can promise I'll get it for ya, I don't wanna be a problem
Then I feel confident that I can promise to provide it for you, I don't want to be a burden
But I just be on my own, and my daddy died when he homeless
But I am always on my own, and my father passed away when he was homeless
If my kids school is close enough, and it's some rooms to open up
If my kids' school is nearby, and there are some rooms available to enroll them
I promise I'll be able to afford it, cause this money gon' keep comin' in if I got something to say about it
I promise I will be able to afford it, because the money will keep coming in, especially if I have a say in it
Sleep on my bed when I got something to dream about it
I can sleep peacefully on my bed when I have something to dream about
This water better roll on...
This flow of fortune better continue...
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Written by: John Scible
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@kathysternes3970
Played this for my mum who is in care now. I cared for her for many years. I so miss this time we had together, but have some wonderful memories of our time together. Amy Grant - beautiful singer and guitarist. I am a guitarist and singer and my mum loves the songs I sing for her every week I see her. Please God watch over her and keep her safe. Love you Mum xx
@andreymalone9631
God touched my heart with this song, I could feel the Holy Spirit working though to my soul. God bless you for this !
@cokofansmusicforgod5164
Wow!!!!! Just wow!!!!!! Praise God!
@arlenelobb5284
Love Amy Grants Hymns of worship. I needed this right now. The Lord's timing is amazing,,!.
@jenniferkenyon1614
I played this song at my Dad's "celebration of life" Been listening to it a lot lately. Beautiful song and message!
@oliviannichole
This is exactly what im doing too!! 💜
@julianaschlatter921
One of Amy's best!!! Such a powerful and beautiful music
@dunjam3275
As always, Amy hits the right emotional tone in her new project. She keeps rolling on! Love ya, Amy!
@patriciahoium8866
Amy has such a simple and beautiful voice.
@cokofansmusicforgod5164
This medley song blend is pure gold!!!! Thx, Amy!!!!!