From the sleeve notes for the latest release End Titles...Stories For Film released in July 2008, the current line-up is stated as James Lavelle and Pablo Clements, also a member of the Psychonauts.
The original line-up was James Lavelle, Tim Goldsworthy (now a member of DFA) and Kudo (Major Force West, Skylab). This incarnation released several EPs and singles, usually involving collaborations with other Mo'Wax affiliated artists.
In 1998, after the departure of Goldsworthy and Kudo, Lavelle enlisted US producer DJ Shadow to help complete UNKLE's debut album, "Psyence Fiction". On this album they collaborated with a variety of guest artists including Thom Yorke (Radiohead), Mike D (Beastie Boys), Badly Drawn Boy and Richard Ashcroft (The Verve). The album contained songs which merged indie-rock with hip hop.
In 2003 UNKLE released "Never, Never, Land". At this time UNKLE consisted of Lavelle and new collaborator Richard File, and the album also featured Ian Brown (The Stone Roses), Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age), Robert Del Naja (Massive Attack), Mani (The Stone Roses, Primal Scream) and others.
A third album entitled "War Stories" was released in July 2007. It features collaborations with Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age), Ian Astbury (The Cult), Autolux, Robert Del Naja (Massive Attack), The Duke Spirit, and Gavin Clark, and is far more strongly rock-influenced than previous releases. The album was preceded by an EP, Nights Temper, of which a limited pressing was released in May 2007.
Lavelle has also released several mix albums and remixes under his own name and under the name UNKLEsounds (together with Richard File).
UNKLE is known for remixing music from artists such as Explosions in the Sky, Massive Attack, and Oasis.
Sun
UNKLE Lyrics
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Oh the silence Oh the distance
Oh the sun, the sun is here
The lyrics to UNKLE feat. Liela Moss's song "Sun" convey a sense of positive change and hope. The singer implies that they are undergoing a transformation because of someone else, who has had a profound impact on their life. The repetition of the phrase "Because of you" reinforces the idea that this individual is responsible for the singer's growth and improvement. As a result, the singer feels like things are "looking up" and is grateful for this renewal of energy and purpose.
Despite this, the lyrics also acknowledge a certain loneliness or distance that may still exist between the singer and the person who has inspired them. The line "Oh the silence, oh the distance" suggests that there may still be obstacles or challenges to overcome in their relationship. However, these obstacles are ultimately overcome by the presence of the sun - a powerful symbol of light, warmth, and positivity. The final line of the song, "Oh the sun, the sun is here" emphasizes this optimism and sense of renewal.
Overall, the lyrics to "Sun" by UNKLE feat. Liela Moss celebrate the power of human connection, and the ways in which one person's actions or words can inspire meaningful change in others. It is also a song about overcoming obstacles and finding hope and positivity even in difficult moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Because of you I'm changing up
You have influenced me to change myself for the better.
Because of you It's looking up
I am feeling more positive and optimistic because of you.
Oh the silence
The lack of communication between us is noticeable and uncomfortable.
Oh the distance
The physical and emotional distance between us is causing pain and sadness.
Oh the sun, the sun is here
But despite our struggles, there is hope and positivity in the world, symbolized by the presence of the sun.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jack Leonard, James Lavelle, Leila Moss
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