One of New Jersey's leading alternative-rock acts of its era, the band formed in Lyndhurst in 1983 and had a richly textured, R.E.M.-like sound and a handsome, deep-voiced frontman who inspired comparisons to Jim Morrison. They had a devoted following up and down the East Coast, a college radio hit called "Hyacinth Girl" and, briefly, a contract with the major label Chrysalis.
Strongly influenced by early Buffalo Springfield, Bob Dylan, and Gene Clark-era Byrds, Winter Hours' rootsy, aggressive style put them in sharp contrast with their late-'80s rock brethren.
A quintet consisting of Joseph Marques on vocals, Michael Carlucci on guitar, Bob Perry on guitars and vocals, Bob Messing on bass, and Stanley Demeski on drums, the band built up a presence on college radio after opening for artists like the Bongos, the Godfathers, Let's Active, the Hoodoo Gurus, and Marshall Crenshaw.
By the time they had signed with Link Records and issued their first EP, 1985's "Churches", they had a new drummer, John Albanese.
Four more EPs followed in 1986 on Link, "Wait 'till the Morning", "The Confessional", "Leaving Time", and "Say the Word" (which featured another new drummer, Frank Fiannini).
The same endless touring that helped build their fan base also brought them to the attention of Chrysalis Records, who signed the band and issued their self-titled LP in 1989.
Their final personnel change came with that album, with yet another drummer, Dave Scheff. This lineup would release one last single in 1989, "Roadside Flowers," before officially deciding to split two years later.
Singer Joe Marques tragically died of a drug overdose in 2003.
"They really wrote some masterpieces that stood the test of time," said Keith Roth, a DJ at WRAT (95.9 FM, Lake Como) and Sirius XM satellite radio, and a member of the band Frankenstein 3000. "You hear so many times about a band that should have gone further than they did: They're a prime example of that."
Some photos of Joseph Marques, the lead singer of Winter Hours, who passed away in 2003:
http://www.chrometop.com/JM/
I Want
Winter Hours Lyrics
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We'll climb the mountain
Now that we've attained this height
We are left shouting
I want, I want
I want, I want
A remedy in every hand
Reaching out to anyone
Something to help me understand
What I want, I want
I want, I want
Once I wanted stillness
I looked to the ocean
I couldn't find stillness
There's always something this moment
I want, I want
I want, I want
What I want, I want
I want, I want
I want, I want
I want, I want
I want, I want
I want, I want...
The lyrics to Winter Hours' "I Want" are open to interpretation, but at its core, the song seems to be about the human desire for something more. The singer sings about climbing a mountain and reaching a height, yet still feeling unfulfilled and shouting out "I want" repeatedly. The verses also mention a search for stillness in the ocean, but discovering that there is always something more in the present moment. The chorus remains simple and repetitive, emphasizing the magnitude of the singer's desires.
The use of first-person point of view in the lyrics is effective in conveying a sense of intimacy and personal longing. The repetition of "I want" further drives home the idea that the singer's desires are consuming, but also universal. The use of nature imagery, such as the mountain and ocean, adds a poetic depth to the lyrics.
Overall, "I Want" is a relatable and poignant song about the constant itch for something more, even when we have achieved what we once thought was enough.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight's like every night
Tonight is the same as every other night
We'll climb the mountain
We will face new challenges
Now that we've attained this height
Now that we have reached this point
We are left shouting
We are still unsatisfied
I want, I want
We have desires and ambitions
Don't overcome the night
Don't let the darkness overcome you
A remedy in every hand
There are solutions to our problems
Reaching out to anyone
Trying to connect with someone to find answers
Something to help me understand
Trying to make sense of things
Once I wanted stillness
I used to desire peace and quiet
I looked to the ocean
I searched for it in nature
I couldn't find stillness
I couldn't find the peace I was looking for
There's always something this moment
There is always something taking away from this moment
What I want, I want
I am persisting in my desires
I want, I want
I still have wants and ambitions
I want, I want
I am not satisfied yet
I want, I want
I have not reached my goals
I want, I want
I am still striving
I want, I want
I will not settle
Contributed by Maya M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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一度グループの垣根を超えて春夏秋冬レディース共演やってみないかなぁ?
Mnetかどっかが主催して、
春、Apink 보미ポミ
または Nature 하루ハル
夏、wjsn(宇宙少女) 여름ヨルム
秋、Ive 가을カウル
そして、冬は我等がAESPA Winter
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목소리가 비슷한거 같기도 하고
아닌가 윈터는 시원한 느낌
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