The band’s album, Between Colours, is far-reaching. “When a band isn’t changing, it’s not growing,” says guitarist, keyboardist and vocalist Will Whitwham. From the band’s inception, it has redefined itself with every album; from Hymns of Love and Spirits through When You Left The Fire, Island of Echoes and The Leslieville Sessions. The evolution of their sound has run the gamut from four part harmonies and chamber folk to their current more cinematic arrangements.
Between Colours, showcases an explosion of strength with Whitwham and vocalist/guitarist/violinist Amanda Balsys trading and sharing lead vocals, and with a more rhythmic bottom end led by bassist Wes McClintock. Recorded at Revolution Recording in Toronto with producer Joe Dunphy, the album fully embraces all the studio had to offer. To address the wider range of dynamics in the songs, drummers Tom Bona, Marito Marques and Howie Beck were brought into the sessions. Other guests included Michael Phillip Wojewoda on theremin and Alex Lifeson with a signature guitar solo. The expanding instrumentation and layered guitar and synth effects combine to create one-listen pop hooks and adventurous sonic exploration.
SHIFT
The Wilderness of Manitoba Lyrics
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cnd the same religion
Take a hard look around you
You're in the same place that I found you
I know with you it's always
No shift of your shadow in all days
I know with you it's always
It's the same heart always around you
The same stark greys silent around you
The night starts, all days fade with sound
cnd remain dark to stay where I found you
I know with you it's always
No shift of your shadow in all days
I know with you it's always
With time on my hands it's always
In "Shift" by The Wilderness of Manitoba, the lyrics speak to the concept of shared experiences and the sense of stability and constancy that comes with it. The opening lines, "We share the same vision, and the same religion," suggest a deep connection between two individuals who have a common outlook on life and a shared belief system. It implies a deep understanding and alignment between them.
The following lines, "Take a hard look around you, you're in the same place that I found you," suggest that despite the passing of time, the two individuals remain in the same emotional and physical place. It could be interpreted as a commentary on the unchanging nature of their relationship or the inability to move forward or progress in a new direction.
The repeated phrase "I know with you it's always, no shift of your shadow in all days" signifies a sense of familiarity and predictability within the relationship. The singer emphasizes that their partner's behavior and presence stay consistent over time, offering a sense of comfort and reassurance.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of time passing and the singer having "time on their hands." This could imply a sense of longing or restlessness that comes from the stagnancy within the relationship. The repeated reflection on remaining in the same place could symbolize the singer's desire for change or growth.
Overall, "Shift" captures the complex emotions of stability, longing, and the potential for a shift or change within a relationship. It explores the familiarity and comfort that comes with shared experiences while also hinting at a desire for something more or different.
Line by Line Meaning
We share the same vision
We have a shared understanding or goal
cnd the same religion
We have similar beliefs or values
Take a hard look around you
Observe your surroundings closely and critically
You're in the same place that I found you
You haven't changed or moved since I first encountered you
I know with you it's always
I am aware that with you, things remain consistent
No shift of your shadow in all days
Your presence or influence doesn't change over time
With time on my hands it's always
When I have free time, the situation remains the same
It's the same heart always around you
Your emotions or core being are constant in your vicinity
The same stark greys silent around you
The surroundings are consistently dull and quiet when you're present
The night starts, all days fade with sound
As nighttime begins, all previous days blend together in a sonorous manner
cnd remain dark to stay where I found you
They remain obscure to retain the original state in which I discovered you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Amanda Balsys, Wes McClintock, William Andrew Whitwham
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