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In March 2005, the two bands Parque Touch (Josh Block, James Petralli, Lucas Anderson) and Peach Train (Steve Terebecki) played a show together at Beerland in Austin, Texas. After the show Steve was asked to play bass for Parque Touch and the band became four, playing under the pseudonyms Byshop Massive (Lucas), Bop English (James), Nicholas Mallard (Josh), and Terry Beckins (Steve); however, in February 2006, Lucas moved to Russia and the resulting power trio changed its name to White Denim. The new line-up began playing the local Austin circuit while recording punk-infused, psychedelic blues-rock in Block's 1940s Spartan trailer.
In 2007, the band self-released its first EP entitled Let's Talk About It on 7" only, but later these tracks became available on iTunes. While on tour in 2007, the band recorded its second album and sold copies as a nine-song "tour EP" entitled Workout Holiday, which was only sold at shows. Workout Holiday caught the ear of new record label RCRD LBL (an online record label releasing exclusive and completely free music from emerging and established artists), and the band signed on to re-record three of the songs from Workout Holiday. These songs were exclusively released as the RCRD LBL EP, one Mp3 track at a time over the course of the first few months of 2008.
Since these releases, the band has toured extensively, playing shows including SXSW and CMJ Music Marathon, and also received the award of "Best New Band" at the 2008 Austin Music Awards. In order to reach European listeners, the band signed to U.K. record label Full Time Hobby (home to The Hold Steady and Viva Voce) for an overseas release.[8] The first release on Full Time Hobby was the single "Let’s Talk About It" b/w "Darksided Computer Mouth". One June 23, 2008, the band released its debut album, the Workout Holiday LP, which consists of re-recorded songs from the band's first two self-released EPs along with some new tracks.
White Denim have also finished recording their debut U.S. full-length LP, which will be entitled Exposion. Originally sold during their Spring 2008 tour as a CDR with the title 11 Songs, the album is planned to be released by the summer of 2008. The new album will be self-released much like the Let's Talk About EP (on vinyl and digital format only), reporting that "CDs seem pretty worthless to us".
Members:
* James Petralli: Vocals, guitar
* Joshua Block: Drums
* Steve Terebecki: Vocals, bass
Holda You
White Denim Lyrics
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I can't remember what I wanted to say
I'm quite concerned, I'm going down
I need to face it but I don't know how
Is it gonna last
Look at yourself? the truth
Oh I can't wait to get a hold of you
Somewhat suspicious, shaky hands
I get the feeling you've been making other plans
Like a fool, I was misled
Hanging on to little things that you said
Is it gonna last
Look at yourself? the truth
Oh I can't wait to get ahold of you
Get a hold of you, get ahold of you
What you wanna do that for?
Why do you go?
I'm not going up top
Til you're on the floor
I wanna take what's coming
I'm gonna have what's mine
You better call your girlfriend
Gonna run and hide
I'm coming
I'm coming (get ready)
I'm coming
I'm gonna have what's mine
You better call your girlfriend
Gonna run and hide
I'm coming (get ready)
I'm coming
Oohhh
In "Holda You," White Denim unpacks a passionate and slightly desperate pursuit. The song begins with a plea to be noticed and acknowledged as the subject of the singer's desires - with the lyrics "When you see me you turn away/I can't remember what I wanted to say." The singer's confidence in themselves is waning, "I'm quite concerned, I'm going down/I need to face it but I don't know how," as they struggle to find the courage to face the object of their affection. The chorus is earnestly sung and repeatedly stating the singer's need to get a hold of their love interest, to take charge of their feelings and relationship, and break through the barriers that seem to be preventing them from making any meaningful connection.
As the song progresses, the escalating desperation of the singer is more overtly expressed, with suspicion of their love interest's intentions creeping in, "Somewhat suspicious, shaky hands/I get the feeling you've been making other plans/Like a fool, I was misled/Hanging on to little things that you said."
The bridge reaffirms the singer's desire and resolve to "have what's mine," openly addressing the power dynamics and drawing a line in the sand with their love interest, "You better call your girlfriend/Gonna run and hide/I'm coming (get ready)/I'm coming/Oohhh."
Overall, "Holda You" is an intense and emotive expression of longing and desire, undercut with suspicion and insecurity, and ultimately asserting the singer's need to take charge of their feelings and relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
When you see me you turn away
You avoid me when we encounter each other.
I can't remember what I wanted to say
I am unable to recall what I was supposed to tell you.
I'm quite concerned, I'm going down
I am really worried that I am in a difficult situation.
I need to face it but I don't know how
I must confront my problems, but I don't know how to do it.
Is it gonna last
Is this going to continue for a long time?
Look at yourself? the truth
Take a hard look at yourself and accept the reality.
Oh I can't wait to get a hold of you
I am eagerly looking forward to meeting you.
Get a hold of you, get a hold of you
I want to catch up or talk to you.
Somewhat suspicious, shaky hands
My hands tremble as I feel like something is not right.
I get the feeling you've been making other plans
I suspect that you have been making secret arrangements.
Like a fool, I was misled
I feel foolish for having been deceived by you.
Hanging on to little things that you said
I am attaching significance to small remarks you made.
What you wanna do that for?
Why do you want to do that?
Why do you go?
Why are you leaving me behind?
I'm not going up top
I do not want to rise to the top without you.
Til you're on the floor
I will not give up until you are defeated.
I wanna take what's coming
I want to face the consequences of my actions.
I'm gonna have what's mine
I will not give up my possessions no matter what.
You better call your girlfriend
You should warn your partner of the impending danger.
Gonna run and hide
You are going to flee and seek sanctuary.
I'm coming (get ready)
I am approaching, and you need to prepare yourself.
Oohhh
A vocal expression of anticipation and excitement.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JAMES PETRALLI, STEVEN TEREBECKI, JEFFREY OLSEN
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White Denim
New Tour Dates!
UK February 9-23, 2019
USA West Coast April 17-28, 2019
Full list of upcoming tour dates at https://whitedenimmusic.com/live
Thick Bugatti
you boys are the finest of your generation. can't wait to hear more of the new album!
JimmyJoeJollies
Nice combination of psychedelia with jammin' southern rock. The vibe reminds me of the early years of post-punk in the seventies. Well done. Just caught this single on World Cafe (NPR) and it screamed right out of the radio.
Aaronmac64
This band is fucking awesome. Thank you for pointing me in the right direction, Nintendo Switch! I now have two things to thank you for, the hype, and a new musical discovery! Thanks again, Ninty!
NDiceSlice
I remember I saw them for my birthday when they opened up for the Arctic monkeys! They were sick! After the concert I went to a buffalo wild wings and they were in there eating and I took pictures with them! Awesome people!
Doctor Floyd
They never let you down do white denim. On every free uncut magazine cd of the last 5 years they stand out a mile. There is just nothing like them these days. And this song is another example- subtle, melodic and just rocks.
Richard Bartholomew
By God they still make rock-n-roll! Thought it was a lost art.....
Jonathan Colman
Dig. Consider myself a huge fan. Looking forward to seeing what the live chemistry is like with new drummer/lead player. Cheers.
Sigourney B
Great song. Great Band. What else can I say.
Chris Corrado
love you guys!!