The band was formed in 1995 and all the songs on the debut album, Her handwriting (the title is a quote from Part company by The Go-Betweens) were recorded in Mitcham, south London, in December '95/ January '96, with long-time The Field Mice/Northern Picture Library producer Ian Catt, also known for his work as producer/arranger/co-songwriter for Saint Etienne. Released on Shinkansen Records (the label launched by Matt from Sarah Records) the album, which intimately details the break-up of a relationship, received universally good reviews.
Subsequent albums, Lips that taste of tears (1998) and Broken by whispers (2000), showed a band constantly improving their skills, combining their usual melancholy with transparent pop.
In 2001 the fourth album Alive to every smile appeared featuring a new line-up with many ex-Sarah Records band members in its ranks: Keris Howard from Brighter/Harper Lee, Beth Arzy from Aberdeen and Harvey Williams from Another Sunny Day/The Field Mice. Annemari Davies (ex-The Field Mice) also collaborated with the band. The album was very well received in Spain due to a release on Elefant Records (eventually TBS' main label) and in February 2002 the band visited Spain for the first time.
In 2003 A certain evening light was released, a compilation of singles and B-sides.
In 2004 the band left Shinkansen; The seven autumn flowers was released by Elefant Records worldwide.
In September 2005 Bobby Wratten announced that the band would no longer appear live. He had been uneasy about performing for some time, and had decided to concentrate on studio recordings instead. April 2007 saw the release of The Last Holy Writer.
2010 is expected to see the release of their new album, titled "Fast Trains And Telegraph Wires".
All Eternal Things
Trembling Blue Stars Lyrics
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Something hasn't quite flown.
But I know you're there to catch me now.
All eternal things, the moon, the sea, the turning leaves, speak to something within.
And you, ease the longing too.
My reason. My sunlight. My lifeline.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Will calm and comfort, and always be beautiful.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
I know you won't let go of the string.
I know you won't let this kite be taken by the wind.
All eternal things and you, how this frightened heart they soothe.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Will calm and comfort, and always be beautiful.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
The song "All Eternal Things" by Trembling Blue Stars speaks to the idea of hope and finding comfort in the things that remain constant in life. The opening lines, "Although there is now hope, embers of sadness still glow. Something hasn't quite flown. But I know you're there to catch me now," convey a sense of optimism in the face of adversity. The singer acknowledges that there is still sadness present, but feels reassured knowing that someone is there to support them.
The chorus, "All eternal things, the moon, the sea, the turning leaves, speak to something within. And you, ease the longing too," suggests that there are certain things in life that will always remain constant and provide comfort, such as nature and the changing seasons. The person the singer is addressing acts as an additional source of comfort and support, helping to ease their feelings of longing and sadness.
The closing lines, "I know you won't let go of the string. I know you won't let this kite be taken by the wind," reinforce the idea that the singer trusts this person completely and knows that they will always be there for them.
Overall, "All Eternal Things" is a heartfelt tribute to the people and things that provide stability and comfort in an ever-changing world.
Line by Line Meaning
Although there is now hope, embers of sadness still glow.
Even though there is hope for the future, there is still a lingering feeling of sadness.
But I know you're there to catch me now.
Despite this sadness, I am comforted by the knowledge that you will be there to support me.
All eternal things, the moon, the sea, the turning leaves, speak to something within.
The eternal natural elements like the moon, the sea, and turning leaves evoke a feeling within me.
And you, ease the longing too.
You also have the power to ease my longing.
My reason. My sunlight. My lifeline.
You are my motivation, my source of brightness, and my reason for living.
All eternal things and you, how this frightened heart they soothe.
Together, the eternal elements and you have a calming effect on my fearful heart.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
You and the changing seasons will help me make it through difficult times.
Will calm and comfort, and always be beautiful.
Your support will bring calm and comfort, and remain beautiful throughout it all.
I know you won't let go of the string.
I am confident that you will not let me slip away, no matter what happens.
I know you won't let this kite be taken by the wind.
I have faith that you will keep me grounded, and not let me be swept away by the winds of change.
Contributed by Alice V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Raymond Sexton
Although there is now hope, embers of sadness still glow.
Something hasn't quite flown.
But I know you're there to catch me now.
All eternal things, the moon, the sea, the turning leaves, speak to something within.
And you, ease the longing too.
My reason. My sunlight. My lifeline.
All eternal things and you, how this frightened heart they soothe.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Will calm and comfort, and always be beautiful.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
I know you won't let go of the string.
I know you won't let this kite be taken by the wind.
All eternal things and you, how this frightened heart they soothe.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Will calm and comfort, and always be beautiful.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Giovanna
Great sound, it reminds me the Cure and Slowdive.
Sharon K
This song heals my soul. Reminds me of the cure.
C. Harr
The spirit of The Cure is alive in this song! Glad I’m not the only one that heard it
Raymond Sexton
Although there is now hope, embers of sadness still glow.
Something hasn't quite flown.
But I know you're there to catch me now.
All eternal things, the moon, the sea, the turning leaves, speak to something within.
And you, ease the longing too.
My reason. My sunlight. My lifeline.
All eternal things and you, how this frightened heart they soothe.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Will calm and comfort, and always be beautiful.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
I know you won't let go of the string.
I know you won't let this kite be taken by the wind.
All eternal things and you, how this frightened heart they soothe.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Will calm and comfort, and always be beautiful.
You and the seasons will pull me through.
Mary Grace Morales
beautiful.....very Cure like <3
Gianluca Gueli
Ciao.
Ashley R.
Love this song, herd it on one tree hill :)
Xnatalie89X
One Tree Hill, God so amazing...
justin beard
these lyrics are just absolutely crushing and gorgeous
Hannah Cheng Music
one tree hill has the best soundtrack!!