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.
Unreal
UNKLE Lyrics
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How should you feel
When you've felt everything you can feel
And you still feel unreal ?
How should you feel
When you've felt everything you can feel
You're unreal
How do you feel
The lyrics of UNKLE's song "Unreal" explore the emotions one experiences when they have exhausted all possible feelings and emotions and still feel disconnected from reality. The repetition of the question, "How should you feel when you've felt everything you can feel and you still feel unreal?" highlights the frustration and confusion that the singer is experiencing. The line "You're unreal" can be interpreted in multiple ways – either as a statement of the singer's own disconnect from reality or as an accusation towards another person who the singer feels is not being truthful or authentic.
The song also touches upon the theme of introspection and self-reflection. The singer appears to be struggling to understand their own emotions and feelings, which can be a daunting task. The line "Maybe I can help you?" suggests a desire to help others who may be experiencing similar emotions, but also acknowledges that sometimes one cannot even help themselves.
Overall, "Unreal" is a somber and contemplative song that explores complex emotions and the challenges of introspection and self-reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I can help you ?
Perhaps I can offer assistance to you?
How should you feel
When you've felt everything you can feel
And you still feel unreal ?
What is the appropriate emotion to experience when one has reached the pinnacle of their sensibilities, yet still perceives an ineffable, dreamlike quality to their existence?
You're unreal
You are not genuine, authentic, or easily comprehensible.
How do you feel
What current emotional state are you experiencing?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOSH DAVIS, JULES BLATTNER
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