The band got its first big break in the BRU Rock Hunt, an annual Battle of the Bands run by Providence commercial alternative/indie rock station 95.5 WBRU.
They have an uncanny ability to blend rock - from new wave to progressive - with ska, punk balladry, and a bit of baroque into something highly original. Miller's direct and personal songwriting derives from an unquestionable pop sensibility, while the band's sophisticated arrangements and intricate instrumentals give their songs an expansive and psychedelic edge. The band further distinguishes itself by using the electric violin as a lead instrument. Described by The Village Voice as "a cross between Eddie Van Halen and Papa John Creach," violinist Spencer Swain adds swirling textures and searing melodies that range from the pretty to the profane.
Members of the band include Eli Miller (Vocals/Guitar), John Zox (Drums/Percussion), Spencer Swain (Violin/Vocals), and Dan Edinberg (Bass/Vocals/Keys). Former members include Eli Batalion.
Currently, the band has produced three albums: Take Me Home which was released by Armo Records in 2003, The Wait which was released by SideOneDummy Records in 2006 and Line in the Sand which was released by SideOneDummy Records in 2008. The band quietly disbanded in 2009, reuniting for concerts at Lupo's in their hometown of Providence in August 2011 and October 2014.
Can't Look Down
Zox Lyrics
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We're a little bit tired,
A little bit scared of looking down.
We wipe our weary eyes,
And step into the storm outside.
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting for you now.
I don't know where I'll end up tonight.
Perfect pictures fade to black
When you turn out the lights.
And we're a little bit lonely now.
We climbed a little too high,
A little too fast,
And we can't come down.
And I've got two good eyes,
But I still feel so blind sometimes.
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting for you.
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting for you now.
I don't know where I'll end up tonight.
Perfect pictures fade to black
When you turn out the lights.
When you turn out the lights...
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting for you.
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting for you.
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting for you.
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting,
I'll be waiting for you.
The lyrics to Zox's song "Can't Look Down" seem to express a sense of weariness and apprehension in the face of the struggles and uncertainties of life. The opening lines suggest a feeling of being slightly jaded by experience: "We're a little bit older now. We're a little bit tired, a little bit scared of looking down." This could be interpreted as a recognition that life has become more complicated and challenging as more years have gone by, and that the singer is feeling a bit overwhelmed by it all. They are afraid of "looking down" - which could represent acknowledging the difficulties they are facing - and instead choose to step out into the "storm outside," implying they are taking a risk despite their fears.
The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "I'll be waiting for you," could be seen as a reassurance from one person to another that they'll be there to support each other through tough times. It's a reminder that even though life may be difficult, they don't have to face it alone. The next verse seems to reinforce this theme, speaking of feeling "a little bit lonely now" despite having achieved a certain level of success ("we climbed a little too high, a little too fast"). The singer expresses a sense of being trapped in their current situation ("we can't come down") and feeling lost or blind to what comes next.
Overall, then, the song seems to be grappling with the challenges of growing older and facing the unknown, but also with the power of human connection to help us get through it all. The repeated refrain of "I'll be waiting for you" underscores the idea that no matter what happens, there are people out there who care and will be there for us when we need them.
Line by Line Meaning
So we're a little bit older now.
We have aged a bit and gained experience since the last time we faced a challenge.
We're a little bit tired,
We are feeling fatigued and drained from having put in a lot of effort and energy.
A little bit scared of looking down.
We possess a slight trepidation towards acknowledging our difficulties or facing our fears.
We wipe our weary eyes,
We rub our tired eyes as a sign of weariness and exhaustion.
And step into the storm outside.
We venture forth into a tumultuous, unpredictable world.
I'll be waiting,
I am going to patiently anticipate and support you.
I don't know where I'll end up tonight.
I am uncertain of where my choices will lead me.
Perfect pictures fade to black
The ideal scenario fades to nothingness as reality sets in and makes its presence known.
When you turn out the lights.
When the situation or opportunity is over or deteriorates, everything becomes frustratingly unclear.
And we're a little bit lonely now.
We feel slightly isolated and disconnected with others or our surroundings.
We climbed a little too high,
We overreached ourselves, pushing beyond our capabilities and limits.
A little too fast,
We progressed too quickly, without taking the time required to truly understand the enormity of what we were attempting.
And we can't come down.
We are now stuck in a position with no obvious exit or fallback plan.
And I've got two good eyes,
Despite having perfect vision, I still feel as though there are things I don't see or comprehend.
But I still feel so blind sometimes.
I can be ignorant or oblivious to certain details or consequences.
I'll be waiting for you.
I will remain in a state of readiness and commitment until you join me or reach your own conclusion.
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Matt VoLuMe
Absolutely love this track :)
ssd5987
These guys sound amazing! Need to step up Zox so I can listen to more of your stuff!!!
A^^^^^^^-_-^^^^^^A
Such a great song!
Rapace
Probably the most underrated song ever.
Ted K
The song is controlled and badass
Kristen Welch
Miss you guys
surmanator89
It's like they didn't have the budget for the video and said, "Yeah, can we just do every 10th frame on the film?"
Oliver Z
It's sad because. FUUUUUUUKKK MY CHILDHOOD
Michael Cutler
Bionicle brought me here
Patrick Marsh
What happened to this band?!