In 2004 Wolfmother began appearing at several high profile music events, such as Homebake and the Big Day Out. They also released their debut self-titled EP through Modular Recordings.
In 2005 the band made their way to Los Angeles, working alongside producer Dave Sardy (of Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Marilyn Manson, and Oasis fame) to record their self-titled debut album, released in October 2005.
In 2006 Wolfmother dominated the Australian Recording Industry Association awards (ARIAs), taking Best Breakthrough Album, Best Rock Album, and Best Group.
In August 2008, after headlining the Splendour in the Grass festival in Byron Bay, Australia, bass/keyboard player Chris Ross and drummer Myles Heskett resigned, leaving just singer/guitarist Andrew Stockdale. Andrew planned to find new musicians before recording another album.
From February 2009 the new line up appeared in two secret gigs under the name Whitefeather. The band officially consists of Dave Atkins on drums, Ian Peres on bass and organ, and Aidan Nemeth as the surprise fourth member and a new guitarist. The new line up's first album, Cosmic Egg, was released in 2009.
Now drummer Dave Atkins has decided to leave the band to spend more time at home with his family; he will be temporarily be replaced by The Mooney Suzuki and Har Mar Superstar drummer Will Rockwell-Scott.
New Moon Rising
Wolfmother Lyrics
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And the temperature is rising
See the factories burning
(when?) the wheels keep turning
Well, I've seen that you've grown now
With the horses you ride
Gonna have your say now
Oh, she don't mind
She got the time
I see the new moon rising
Oh, she don't mind
She got the time
I see the new moon rising
I see this small town boy now
From a small town family
He's got to find his way now
Gotta find himself a woman
With the skill of the people
He don't wanna be no whipping boy
Well, the time has come now
Gotta hit the highway
Oh, she don't mind
She got the time
I see the new moon rising
Oh, she don't mind
She got the time
I see the new moon rising
I see the new moon rising
I see the new moon rising
See the new moon rising
When the (tides are turning)
She got the (luck of knowing)
She got the (? showing)
Well, they're all in-love now
And, see the (fields are turning)
I see the new moon rising
I see the new moon rising
Oh, she don't mind
She got the time
I see the new moon rising
Oh, she don't mind
She got the time
I see the new moon rising
"New Moon Rising" by Wolfmother is a song about change and seizing opportunities. The opening lines are about the changing of the seasons: the fields are turning and the temperature is rising. The lyrics are seeming to suggest that changes in the environment create an opportunity for something new to emerge. The chorus echoes this sentiment as a new moon rises. The new moon is a symbol of change, new beginnings, and growth. The song implies that whatever challenges we have faced in the past, there is always a chance for us to start again and make the most of what comes our way, we just need to rise to the occasion.
The second half of the song talks about a young man who is trying to find his way. He has lived a sheltered life, and is now venturing out into the world. He is looking for a partner who is strong and skilled, someone who won't treat him as a "whipping boy". This young man's journey is like the changing landscape that was spoken about in the beginning of the song. To move forward into the new, he must let go of what was, and bravely face the future with new purpose. The song's tone is one of optimism and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
And the fields are turning
The landscape around the singer is changing
And the temperature is rising
The overall atmosphere is heating up
See the factories burning
Industrialization is causing damage to the environment
(when?) the wheels keep turning
Modernization is progressing despite the negative consequences
Well, I've seen that you've grown now
The artist has noticed someone's personal growth
With the horses you ride
The person has become more independent
Gonna have your say now
The person is becoming more assertive
I see the new moon rising
There is a feeling of change and new beginnings
Oh, she don't mind
She got the time
I see the new moon rising
The woman referred to is relaxed and ready for what's next
I see this small town boy now
The artist is observing a young man in a rural area
From a small town family
The young man comes from humble beginnings
He's got to find his way now
The young man needs to figure out his path
Gotta find himself a woman
The young man is seeking companionship
With the skill of the people
The woman he seeks is capable and resourceful
He don't wanna be no whipping boy
The young man wants to avoid being taken advantage of
Well, the time has come now
Gotta hit the highway
It's time for the young man to move forward and explore new opportunities
See the new moon rising
When the (tides are turning)
The artist sees change occurring on multiple levels
She got the (luck of knowing)
The woman referred to is perceptive and has good instincts
She got the (? showing)
It is unclear what the woman has or is displaying
Well, they're all in-love now
Others around the artist are finding love and connection
I see the new moon rising
The artist senses an impending change
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANDREW JAMES STOCKDALE
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TinySmoothie
LOVE IT! gonna see both yatch and wolf at hultsfredfestival in sweden this summer. awesome if they did this...
mafeezez
love this remix!! i listen to it everyday!
sauceyf4
Damn good remix. I love Claire Evans at 3:39.
RobLovesMusic
nicely done.
Uridium9
quite the mix
Lynnette Marcano
it;s not that Bad !! i like iit !! xD
Cheekytv
BAD REMIX!!!