From an early age Roel kept himself busy with finding new sounds and creating music. As GOSTO he and his live band melt the worlds of acoustic and electronic music together into one dubby trip-hop sound; raw, dark but still colourful.
Inspired by traveling, chaos and love as well as artists such as Flying Lotus, James Blake, Thom Yorke and Jeff Buckley, GOSTO balances between fragile melodies and electronic extravaganza. In his song writing, he thrives to let you experience the thin line between simplicity and complexity. GOSTO takes you to places that you seem to recognize, but not yet have been before.
Roel’s band exists out of musicians how create a tight sound, despite of their totally different background. These four virtuosos have the ability play a ground shaking energetic but still very controlled live-show. Expect thrilling melodies, catchy vocals and deep, deep synths.
In June 2014, GOSTO released his debut EP (premiered on Noisey) and was amongst others support act for How to Dress Well.
GOSTO can be seen at several festivals and at different clubs.
GOSTO band:
Roel Vermeer: Vocals, synths & samples
Mats Voshol: Drums
Reindert Kragt: Bass & synthbass
Luc Schouten: Guitar
http://www.gostomusic.com
Angel Eyes
gosto Lyrics
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loves not around
still its unbearably near
my old heart aint gaining no ground
because my angle eyes aint here
angel eyes
by the devil sent
they glow unbearably bright
that my loves miss spent
disspent with angel eyes, tonight
So drink on, you happy people
order anything, you see
have fun, you happy people
because the dreams and de laughs' on me
Pardon me
but I've gotta run
the fact is uncommenly clear
I'm gonna find
who's now number one
and why my angels eyes aint here
so drink on, you happy people
order anything, you see
Have fun, you happy people
because the dreams and the laughs' on me
Pardon me
but I've gotta run
the fact is uncommenly clear now
gotta find who
find who's now number one
and why angle eyes aren't here
excuse me
excuse me
excuse me, while I disappear
The song "Angel Eyes" by GOSTO is a melancholic, yet romantic tune about the pain of unrequited love. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and desperation for the object of affection, portrayed as having "angel eyes". The singer of the song is clearly in love with this person who is not around but is still present in their mind and heart. The reference to "devil sent" implies that this love is forbidden or problematic in some way, yet still captivating and irresistible to the singer.
The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, as the singer addresses the "happy people" around them, seemingly unable to partake in their joy and carefree nature. The repeated lines of "drink on" and "have fun" serve as a reminder of the fleeting nature of happiness and how it can be hard to hold on to when one's heart is elsewhere. The final verse sees the singer resolving to leave in search of the person who is now "number one" in their love interest's life, suggesting a sense of urgency and determination to uncover the truth.
Overall, "Angel Eyes" is a beautifully crafted song that captures the complexities and emotions of unrequited love. Its lyrics and melody are simple yet effective in conveying the pain, sadness, and longing that can accompany such a situation.
Line by Line Meaning
try to think
I am trying to reflect on my feelings
loves not around
The person I love is not near me
still its unbearably near
Despite their physical absence, their presence is still felt
my old heart aint gaining no ground
I am not making any progress in moving on
because my angle eyes aint here
Because my loved one is not with me
angel eyes
A term of endearment for my loved one
by the devil sent
My strong attraction to this person feels almost sinful
they glow unbearably bright
This person is so radiant and captivating
need i say
It goes without saying
that my loves misspent
My love for this person is not being reciprocated
disspent with angel eyes, tonight
Tonight, I am spending my time thinking about this person
So drink on, you happy people
I encourage others to enjoy themselves in my absence
order anything, you see
Indicating they can enjoy themselves without worry or judgment
Have fun, you happy people
Reiterating the encouragement to enjoy themselves
because the dreams and the laughs' on me
Despite my own sadness, I want others to have a good time
Pardon me
Excuse my interruption
but I've gotta run
I must leave now
the fact is uncommenly clear
My realization is becoming increasingly apparent
I'm gonna find
I will search
who's now number one
Who this person is now spending time with
and why my angels eyes aint here
And why the person I love is not with me
excuse me
One last time, pardon my interruption
excuse me
Once more, excuse me
excuse me, while I disappear
I must go now and continue my search for answers
Contributed by Cameron A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.