motW had a consistent core membership which consisted of Jason Byron, Greg Massi, and Toby Driver. Throughout motW's career, they saw a sort of "revolving door" of members and session musicians as they were needed. In this regard, it may be more accurate to think of motW as a project rather than a typical band, akin to Chuck Schuldiner's influential death metal project/band, Death.
motW's music, lyrics, and atmosphere dealt predominantly with the subject of astral projection. The band tried to find music rather than compose it. This was attempted through practicing astral projection and lucid dreams, from which the band were purportedly able to "bring back" pre-existing music from the astral plane. This idea is similar to the common dogmatic notion that "all good things come from God", but with a new-age spin.
In late 2001, motW began working on a fourth studio album. During this time, the band lost longtime members, changed labels, and ultimately renamed themselves to Kayo Dot. This fourth motW album was released in 2003 as Kayo Dot's Choirs of the Eye.
Bath and Leaving Your Body Map were re-issued by Dark Symphonies in 2006 and the label has recently announced plans to re-release My Fruit PsychoBells...A Seed Combustible in September 2007.
On July 27, 2008, Toby Driver released a statement in his blog which confirms that a new studio album will be recorded starting February, 2009. The album, entitled Part the Second, was released in May 2009 on the band's website. The record was entirely fan-funded, and people who contributed to the funding of the record are listed on their website. A double-LP edition pressed at 45rpm was issued in November 2010 thanks to fan donations.
In 2012, the bands whole discography was re-released on CD through Blood Music, including The Secret Song single and the first CD release of Part the Second.
Sleep Is a Curse
maudlin of the Well Lyrics
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Life means more because you keep me going
I dreamed that we had another moment, still
We could be the champions of art
I killed myself because I was stupid
Great things come, but only as a blessing
It took so long because nobody told me
The Son of God is nothing more than this
I think I have it, I'm an angel
Humbled as such to learn from you
the truth of Life is never spoken
And sleep hasn't ever done me any good yet
Sleep is a curse
Remember that moment the music led
our dying minds to Heaven?
The promises of Life are tragic
The one for me will never have those things
That night, the forest was seething
So many things, but her face was all I saw
You're so good, your face is all I see.
I think I have it, I'm an angel
Humbled as such to learn from you
The truth of Life is never spoken
And sleep hasn't ever done me any good yet
The lyrics of maudlin of the Well's song Sleep Is a Curse is a complex unit of poetry that touches on various themes, including love, longing, and the desire for artistic triumphs. The first two lines, "Life means more since I stopped thinking/Life means more because you keep me going," highlights the power of companionship in our lives. The singer appears to have found someone that makes their lives meaningful and worthwhile, and they want to share this joy with the rest of the world.
The next lines, "I dreamed that we had another moment, still/We could be the champions of art," reflects on the creative aspirations that the singer and their significant other share. They want to excel in their art form and make an impact, leaving a legacy behind. However, the following lines, "I killed myself because I was stupid/Great things come, but only as a blessing/It took so long because nobody told me/The Son of God is nothing more than this," hints at the challenges and setbacks that they faced along the way.
The last stanza of the song brings the themes together, with the singer stating, "The truth of Life is never spoken/And sleep hasn't ever done me any good yet," suggesting that their pursuits may be keeping them up at night, but they are willing to endure the suffering and embrace the joys of life with their significant other. The song is a profound exploration of love, artistry, and the human condition.
Line by Line Meaning
Life means more since I stopped thinking
Life has become more important to me since I stopped overthinking things.
Life means more because you keep me going
My life is more meaningful because of the support and encouragement you give me.
I dreamed that we had another moment, still
I had a dream that we could share another meaningful moment together.
We could be the champions of art
We have the potential to become highly successful in the art world.
I killed myself because I was stupid
I made a foolish mistake that caused me to suffer greatly.
Great things come, but only as a blessing
Although good things may come to us, we must remember that they are not guaranteed and should be cherished as a blessing.
It took so long because nobody told me
I struggled for a long time because I didn't have the guidance or knowledge I needed to succeed.
The Son of God is nothing more than this
Even though he is considered divine, the son of God is only human like the rest of us.
I think I have it, I'm an angel
I feel like I have figured something out and I am euphoric, like an angel.
Humbled as such to learn from you
I am humbled by the opportunity to learn from someone as wise and knowledgeable as you.
The truth of Life is never spoken
The true essence of life cannot be fully expressed in words.
And sleep hasn't ever done me any good yet
I have not experienced any positive effects from sleep so far.
Sleep is a curse
Sleep is something I dread and do not enjoy.
Remember that moment the music led
our dying minds to Heaven?
Do you recall the time when we were so absorbed by the music that we felt as if we were transported to another realm?
The promises of Life are tragic
The expectations and hopes we have for our lives can often lead to disappointment and hardship.
The one for me will never have those things
The person who is right for me may not have all the qualities and possessions that I have always wanted.
That night, the forest was seething
On that particular night, the forest was alive and vibrant with energy.
So many things, but her face was all I saw
Despite all that was happening around me, my attention was solely focused on her face.
You're so good, your face is all I see.
You are so talented and amazing that everything else fades away in comparison to you.
Contributed by Isabella N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.