Together, Keegan, Josh, Nick, and Chris have found a strong sense of camaraderie in music and each other, writing and performing as a cohesive unit. In one another, they have found balance, chemistry, and an intense and unwavering bond. And in music, they have found something worth fighting for, something with no limit or expiration date, something they believe in. Even in their title, “Vinyl Theatre”, the guys have strategically placed elements of the band’s dedication. Not only evoking a feel that fits their style, the name emphasizes musicianship and performance, and serves as a reminder to the band of their fans, who the band says they “ultimately do this for, on and off the stage.”
Claiming influences such as Two Door Cinema Club, The Killers, The Shins, and Death Cab For Cutie, Vinyl Theatre has taken what they’ve learned from these groups with a grain of salt, making a conscious effort to focus on their personal sound and progression being distinctly their own and separate from their influences. The band defines their music as modern indie rock with elements of electronica and pop, a sound that is “unique and differentiating.” Marked with bright synths, catchy hooks, lush vocal harmonies, and loud guitars, and described by critics as “mellowly loud”, “pop-savvy”, and “delightfully dancy”, Vinyl Theatre has a powerful sound all their own that has been well-received by fans and critics alike.
Having performed at venues and events such as Shank Hall, Bastille Days, and Yellow Phone Music Conference in Milwaukee, and Beat Kitchen and MOBfest in Chicago, the young group has had a fair amount of exposure to various fan bases in the past year. Vinyl Theatre has also opened for national touring acts twenty-one pilots, Royal Teeth, Parade of Lights, Makeshift Prodigy, Chappo, Five Knives, and Quiet Company. They have been featured on websites such as Frontiers LA, MadeLoud, JSOnline, and Milwaukee’s own Breaking and Entering as band of the month. Vinyl Theatre’s single “I Need You Here” was world premiered on California’s KX 93.5FM in Laguna Beach where their music is in regular rotation. Their music is also currently receiving heavy airplay in Europe, Milwaukee’s own FM 102.1 and WMUR, Marquette University Radio.
Their soon to be released EP, “Chromatic”, is not only a fun and upbeat album but a record to date of how the band feels they have grown and progressed in the year since their official start - from honing their art of songwriting, to continually strengthening their sound, to developing a powerful live show. With the strong and positive reception of “I Need You Here”, the group has high hopes for the album’s success and continued positive fan reception, believing their fans will hear their heart and commitment in every note. They hope their EP and unrelenting diligence will lead to more exposure and added momentum, propelling them through mile after mile, each one better than the last.
As of August 19th 2014, the band announced they had joined the Fueled By Ramen family. Their first full length album, "Electrogram" will be released the 23rd of September. While this album includes some of their songs from "Chromatic", there are also a bunch of new songs. They will also be opening for Twenty One Pilots for their upcoming "Quiet is Violent" tour.
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Shaking In The Dead Of Night
Vinyl Theatre Lyrics
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Now I remember love like I was young
A memory dead
Come on and give me love, come on
Taking a glance
Now I remember us when we were young
Changing our plans
We could start, we could start
Start our slow
We could change the past
We could take this broken road
We could start, we could start
Start our slow
We could change the past
We could take this broken road
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young (Woah...)
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young (Woah...)
Back from the dead
It's got me shaken up and I can't control
The dreams in my head
Come on and give me love, come on
We could start, we could start
Start our slow
We could change the past
We could take this broken road
We could start, we could start
Start our slow
We could change the past
We could take this broken road
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young (Woah...)
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young... (Woah...)
This lonely road that brings me home now
Set fire, to all the love that we had
This lonely road that brings me home now
Now, set fire, to all the love that we had
Woah, I feel your heart beat now
Oh, this love will keep us young
Woah, I feel your heart beat now
Oh, this love will keep us young
This love will keep us young
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young (Woah...)
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young... (Woah...)
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young (Woah...)
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young... (Woah...)
The lyrics of "Shaking In The Dead Of Night" by Vinyl Theatre tell a story of nostalgia and longing for the past. The first two stanzas seem to be the singer's thoughts, reminiscing about a lost love from their youth, which is now just a memory. The chorus, with its repeated statement that "this love will keep us young," suggests that what the singer is really seeking is the youthful energy and passion they felt with their lost love. The chorus is both introspective and hopeful, as the singer is dealing with deep feelings, has memories from the past, but is still searching for a way to recapture their youth.
The second half of the song paints a picture of struggle within the singer. They feel like they're back from the dead and they can't control the dreams they have. The bridge, with its line "This lonely road that brings me home now, Set fire to all the love that we had," shows the singer recognizing their struggle and owning it, but at the same time, they aren't quite ready to leave behind their past love. The final chorus repeats the message about love keeping us young, but now the singer is feeling their heart beat and there's a newfound energy - the return to love brings them back to life.
Line by Line Meaning
It starts in my head
The thought of love and memories begin to flood my mind.
Now I remember love like I was young
Memories of love from my youth have resurfaced in my mind.
A memory dead
A forgotten memory that has recently surfaced in my mind.
Come on and give me love, come on
I am searching for love and longing for someone to show me affection.
Taking a glance
Reflecting on my past experiences with love and relationships.
Now I remember us when we were young
Recalling past experiences with someone I loved when we were both younger.
Changing our plans
Reflecting on the ways in which previous plans with said loved one have shifted and evolved.
We could start, we could start
Start our slow
We could change the past
We could take this broken road
We have the potential to build a new relationship and rewrite our past mistakes or hardships.
Shakin' in the dead of night (Woah...)
This love will keep us young (Woah...)
Feeling anxious and uncertain during the dark and lonely times of night, but finding relief and hope in the power of love.
Back from the dead
It's got me shaken up and I can't control
The dreams in my head
Come on and give me love, come on
Reviving old emotions and feelings that I can't seem to shake, and reaching out for love to help me feel grounded again.
This lonely road that brings me home now
Set fire, to all the love that we had
Reflecting on a journey that brings me back to a place once filled with love and warmth, but realizing that love has been lost or tarnished.
Woah, I feel your heart beat now
Oh, this love will keep us young
Feeling connected with a loved one in the present moment, and recognizing the power of love to keep us feeling youthful and energized.
This love will keep us young
Love has the potential to keep us feeling young and full of life, no matter our age or life experience.
Contributed by Layla I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Keith K.
Their most underrated song. But one of favorites.
Nick Leppert
@Keith K. it's my favorite vinyl theatre song honestly it's so good
HappinessandSyanide
This album is amazing!!
Amber Samuels
THIS BAND IS SO UNDERRATED! I DONT UNDERSTAND!
Jon Banzon
I legit love all your songs already!
Jennifer Buenavista
This is my favorite song by them I'm in love!
Taylo234
Such a good record!
janessa
I asked my mom to get me this album and she got mad she told me to stop liking so many bands
fairlydoomed soul
This is so me
Evelyn Noname
This is why I'm glad that I got my own bank account