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".
Moonlight on Snow
Trembling Blue Stars Lyrics
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Piccadilly and coffee cups. Looking through the eyes of love.
Wintertime is our time. Moonlight on snow. It's where we were born, it's home.
It's where we were born, it's home.
And now that you're finally in my arms to stay, there is no ache.
No longing, no sense of loss, when the cold air whispers all about us.
Of you of me, of us.
A bench by the channel. A cave by a castle.
Places we tried to say goodbye. Someone new to miss.
A tentative gift. The first butterflies, the first butterflies.
And now that you're finally in my arms to stay, there is no ache.
No longing, no sense of loss, when the cold air whispers all about us.
Of you of me, of us.
That promise I made, I was never going to keep it.
Wasn't there always hope? Or is that just me, rewriting history?
Is it easy to say that now, there's no taxi cab to bring us down?
Now that the time that's ours doesn't have to feel like it's running out.
And now that you're finally in my arms to stay, there is no ache.
No longing, no sense of loss, when the cold air whispers all about us.
Of you of me, of us.
Moonlight on snow.
The lyrics of "Moonlight on Snow" by Trembling Blue Stars paint a picture of winter time and the romance that comes with it. The singer describes how wintertime is their time, where they were born and where they call home. The low sun flickers through the railings and the streets are lined with coffee cups. The lyrics create a feeling of warmth and tenderness, as the singer looks through the eyes of love.
The song also touches on the idea of new beginnings and letting go of the past. The singer reminisces about places they have been and the people they have known, and how they have tried to say goodbye. The lyrics suggest that even though the singer knows they were never going to keep their promise, they still hold onto hope. The song’s message is ultimately hopeful and optimistic, with the singer finally finding contentment and peace.
Overall, "Moonlight on Snow" is a beautiful composition that describes the beauty and tenderness of wintertime, as well as the hope and peace that comes with new beginnings and finding love.
Line by Line Meaning
Wintertime is our time. The low sun flickering through railings.
Winter is our favorite season. We enjoy watching the sun peeking through the railings.
Piccadilly and coffee cups. Looking through the eyes of love.
We love to stroll around Piccadilly sipping coffee and experiencing life with love-filled eyes.
Wintertime is our time. Moonlight on snow. It's where we were born, it's home.
Winter and snow bring back our fond memories, reminding us of our birthplace - home.
It's where we were born, it's home.
We feel a sense of belonging and comfort where we grew up - our home.
And now that you're finally in my arms to stay, there is no ache.
Now that you're here with me forever, I don't feel any pain or longing anymore.
No longing, no sense of loss, when the cold air whispers all about us.
Even in the chilly winter, I don't feel lost or lonely when you're here by my side.
Of you of me, of us.
All I can think of is you and me, us.
A bench by the channel. A cave by a castle.
We have shared some significant memories together - sitting on a bench by the canal or exploring a cave near a castle.
Places we tried to say goodbye. Someone new to miss.
These were the places where we tried to end things or say goodbye to each other. But now, I can't imagine missing anyone else.
A tentative gift. The first butterflies, the first butterflies.
Our first gifts and moments together were shy and uncertain, but they still gave us those first butterflies in our stomach.
That promise I made, I was never going to keep it.
I had made a promise that I knew I couldn't keep.
Wasn't there always hope? Or is that just me, rewriting history?
I wonder if I was foolishly hoping for things to be different, or if I'm just looking back and reimagining our past.
Is it easy to say that now, there's no taxi cab to bring us down?
Is it because we don't have to worry about taking a taxi down anymore that it's easy for me to talk like this now?
Now that the time that's ours doesn't have to feel like it's running out.
Since we have all the time in the world now, it doesn't feel like it's slipping away from us anymore.
Moonlight on snow.
These words simply represent the enchanting combination of moonlight and snow during wintertime.
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