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For the progressive rock band formed in Woodstock, NY in 1994, see 3.
1) Three were a post-hardcore band signed to Dischord records featuring members of Gray Matter and ex-Minor Threat drummer Jeff Nelson. Formed in 1986, they broke up by 1988 just before releasing an album called Dark Days Coming. They are best known for their song "Swann Street" which featured on their sole album as well as a couple of Dischord compilations.
After recording the Egg Hunt songs in England, Ian MacKaye and Jeff Nelson considered forming a new band. They played with Geoff Turner and Steve Niles of Gray Matter, but the project never got off the ground and Ian decided to leave. The others carried on, and soon added yet another Gray Matter member, Mark Haggerty, and this line-up would become Three. Meanwhile, Steve had started his own comic book company, Arcane Comix, which he operated out of the apartment that he shared with Geoff on Swann Street in the Dupont Circle area of DC. It was this street that served as inspiration for the song of the same name, and the line "these berries smell like shit" referred to the small fruits that dropped to the sidewalks from the Ginkgo trees on the block. Three did a few short tours, and recorded at Geoff's home studio as well as Inner Ear. Things were looking up for them, but the band self-destructed before their album came out. Three and Happy Go Licky played their last shows together on New Year's Day, 1988.
Jeff Turner - vocals, guitar
Mark Haggerty - guitar
Steve Niles - bass, vocals
Jeff Nelson - drums, vocals
2) Three consists of a set of identical triplet sisters, Fanny, Frida and Sofia, from Sweden. They are best known for their 2010 single โLucky Numberโ and have released a self-titled debut album.
3) Imagine the best of three musical worlds harmoniously melting together - in this case, warm acoustic guitar and rhythms layered over bracing electric guitar accents and compelling drums fronted by vocals that balance between passionate and edgy. The best word to describe this musical meld is perhaps a genre of its own: Acousti-rock.
Three has released 3 NEW! songs Home, Unfamilair and wysiwyg all recorded at Powerhouse Studios. Stuart Covington engineering and also performing drums in the songs.
Bill Stu- vocals, guitar
Rack - guitar, vocals
T - bass
Stewy - drums
4) Three was a two piece Canberra band active in the 1990's whom consisted of virtuoso bass player Ben Green who also lent his voice to their compositions and Adrian McKerall (Ajax) who played drums and the odd spot of guitar. Their early demo's featured some ripping heavy bass playing that became more mature, mellow and the two piece minimalist approach was a uniquely Canberra voice as they developed.
Both members were active in other acts in the Canberra region (Bungzilla, Tugboat, Slug, Prophets of Doom etc) and played to a wider audience touring Australia until the release of their full length "My Hat Is A Red Saucepan". Green built his own bass guitar that he played throughout his time in the band which eventually relocated to Melbourne in the mid 90s
Green also became proficient in turntables and began scratching with Melbourne dub outfit High Pass Filter, Three became less active and after Green's custom handmade bass was stolen, seemed to disband.
Dark Days Coming
Three Lyrics
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But the struggle... never ends
Now momma said... Never give up
I told her that.. I'm gonna make it...
So that l ain't going stress her
Coz
Like Rain drops falling from the sky
Yeah yeah I know its gonn be alright
The sun does not shine every day
But l feel like
Its so many dark days
Dark days
Yeah yeah
They talk talk yeah l know
I always fall down it's a way of getting higher
Never focus on love that ain't worth it yeah
All these Tears over flow made an ocean
l have been Running with my feetย
Tryna be first
Fighting demonsย since l was a child
I'm trying to make things better
But they getting worse yeah
Momma said l must not give up
It takes time to go up
But its like it's so many dark days
Its so many dark days
Hard times
Yeah yeah I know its gonn be alright
The sun does not shine every day
But l feel like
Its so many dark days
Dark days
Yeah yeah
The song "Dark Days Coming" by Three is about the struggles and challenges of pursuing one's dreams. The lyrics describe a person who has been chasing their dreams and trying to make them a reality, but it seems like the struggle never ends. The person's mother advises him never to give up, and he promises not to stress her, even though he knows she often cries tears of concern for him. The lyrics mention that the person has been fighting demons since childhood, and they are trying to make things better, but they seem to be getting worse.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "It's so many dark days," emphasizing the difficulties that the person is facing. The lyrics acknowledge that life is not always easy and that the sun does not shine every day. However, it also contains a message of hope, as the person believes that everything will be alright in the end.
Overall, the song is a poignant reflection on the struggles and hardships that people face in pursuit of their dreams, but also a reminder that perseverance and faith can lead to brighter days in the future.
Line by Line Meaning
I have been chasing... my dreams
I have been relentlessly pursuing my aspirations and ambitions
But the struggle... never ends
However, the hardships and obstacles never seem to cease
Now momma said... Never give up
My mother always encouraged me to persevere and never lose hope in my endeavors
I told her that.. I'm gonna make it...
I responded to her with confidence that I will eventually achieve success
So that l ain't going stress her
I am determined to not worry or burden my mother with my struggles
Coz
Because
I see Tears falling from her eyes
I observe tears streaming down my mother's face
Like Rain drops falling from the sky
As if they were rainfall dropping from the heavens
Yeah yeah I know its gonn be alright
I acknowledge that everything will eventually be okay
The sun does not shine every day
Not every day is full of sunshine and happiness
But l feel like
However, I currently sense that
Its so many dark days
There are numerous bleak and gloomy moments
Dark days
Times of distress and anguish
They talk talk yeah l know
Others may gossip and speak rumors, but I am aware
I always fall down it's a way of getting higher
I frequently experience setbacks because it's a means of reaching greater heights
Never focus on love that ain't worth it yeah
I never dwell on relationships or connections that are not worth my time or emotions
All these Tears over flow made an ocean
The abundance of tears shed has accumulated into an ocean of emotions
l have been Running with my feet
I have been working tirelessly and devoting myself to my goals
Tryna be first
Attempting to come in first place
Fighting demons since l was a child
I have been battling inner struggles and problems for as long as I can recall
I'm trying to make things better
I am striving to improve my situation
But they getting worse yeah
However, things seem to be getting progressively worse
Momma said l must not give up
My mother stressed that I must not surrender or quit
It takes time to go up
I understand that success and progress require patience and time
But its like it's so many dark days
Nevertheless, the current situation feels like there are many bleak moments
Hard times
Trying and difficult circumstances
Yeah yeah I know its gonn be alright
I still believe that everything will turn out okay in due time
The sun does not shine every day
Reminding myself that life has its ups and downs
But l feel like
However, I currently sense that
Its so many dark days
There are numerous bleak and gloomy moments
Dark days
Times of distress and anguish
Yeah yeah
An exclamation of acknowledgement and agreement
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Written by: Daluthando Xabanisa
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Sky Valley Records
SUCH A GREAT ALBUM
Fernando Insociable
Record is a masterpiece!!! So much heart, anger, and urgency!!!
"Never feel so worthless with this purpose so clear in my mind".
Intentspunk19
Just found out about this album from a coworker. Reminds me of early 90s/late 80s 7 Seconds. Good stuff.
KentBrockman24
Music like this should inspire modern artists to produce good music not just different music. I mean fans still count right?
James Parker
this is one of the greatest Dischord things I'd never heard
James Parker
Even if the title track riff does remind me of Acid Reign's Warriors of Ghengis Khan a bit haha
Eleanor Ratcliffe
This always gives me comfort and hope
CriticalPedagogy
Love Three!!! Hadn't heard the Basement stuff!! COOL!!!!
Fernando Da Silva Oliveira
This is amazing!
Felipe Antonio Hernandez
The start is simply EPIC.