The band's first record, Fatboy (1992), established the band as a favorite of the same 1990s scene that became popular through bands such as the Dave Matthews Band, Phish, and Widespread Panic. moe. has toured with the 1997 Furthur Festival, appeared at Woodstock '99, have played in Central Park, were the opening band for The Allman Brothers and The Who, and performed at Radio City Music Hall on New Years Eve 2006 and 2007.
They also host the annual festival moe.down at Snow Ridge Ski Area in Turin, NY. Started in 2000, the festival runs for three days and occurs every Labor Day weekend. The festival has attracted a wide variety of musical talent. Acts range from newer bands just emerging onto the scene (such as Tea Leaf Green, Nellie McKay and Raq) to big name acts and jam rock staples, such as Les Claypool, Blues Traveler, and Mike Gordon (of Phish fame); to pop rock icons, such as Leo Kottke, The Flaming Lips, The Violent Femmes; and most recently, Perry Farrell. Each year, the amount of moe.down attendees has steadily increased. moe.down I attracted around 3,000 people while moe.down VI in 2005, had attracted close to 7,000.
During an interview, guitarist Al Schnier was asked to describe moe. for those who have never heard their music: "It's an amalgamation of a wide variety of the history of rock, all regurgitated and recycled through the eyes, ears, hands, whatever of the guys in our band and all of that with a sense of adventure, a sense of humor, also a constant desire to push the envelope. All in this arena of taking chances, improvising live, and making things up on the spot."
Their official site can be found at www.moe.org
Wind It Up
moe. Lyrics
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I'm on your side
This time and every time
We are the same kind
We share the same mind
Do it today
Meet me halfway
Meet me where the summer sets
Meet where the music calls
And we'll give the clock another wind
[Chorus: x2]
I'll lead you in parts unknown
We'll wind it up and let it go
I think you'll agree we're better together
Then we are on our own
Meet me half way
I've got more to say
There's no time like the present day
We are the same kind
We are the same mind
Let's give the clock another wind
Be on my side
I'll be on your side
At first glance, the lyrics might seem like a plea to a lover to meet up with the singer at a specific location. However, the song might refer to the need for unity and cooperation amongst individuals in general. The lyrics present a call for teamwork and a reminder of the commonalities between human beings. This song could easily be a message for people to forget their differences, even if those differences run deep, and work together towards a common goal. The repetitiveness of the chorus, where the singer calls to "wind it up and let it go," could signify the need for action and an informal sense of urgency.
The lyrics also suggest a notion of time being constantly in motion. The clock mentioned in the song creates a sense of pressure and an idea that time could be running out. The singer asks the listener to meet them halfway, which indicates the willingness to compromise and work together towards something significant. The repeated phrase in the song, "We are the same kind; we share the same mind," emphasizes the point that human beings must find a way to put aside their differences and work together.
Line by Line Meaning
Be on my side
I want you to support and stand by me
I'm on your side
I will support and stand by you
This time and every time
We will always be there for each other, now and in the future
We are the same kind
We have a lot in common and share a similar perspective
We share the same mind
We think alike and have a strong connection
Do it today
Let’s take action and make a move now
Meet me halfway
Let’s compromise and find a middle ground
Meet me where the summer sets
Let’s meet where the days are warm and enjoyable
Meet me where the water falls
Let’s meet where nature is beautiful and peaceful
Meet where the music calls
Let’s meet where we can enjoy our shared love of music
And we'll give the clock another wind
Let’s start fresh and renew the good times we had before
I'll lead you in parts unknown
I’ll guide you to new and exciting experiences
We'll wind it up and let it go
Let’s enjoy the moment and let loose, forget our worries
I think you'll agree we're better together
We complement each other and are stronger as a team
Then we are on our own
We are not as strong individually as we are together
I've got more to say
I have more things to share and express
There's no time like the present day
We should not wait any longer, let’s take action now
Let’s give the clock another wind
Let’s start anew and refresh our bond
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: BOBBY WOMACK, CECIL WOMACK, LEON WARE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MassiveAttackFan
So pumped for the Red Rocks show
oskarks
Wish I could be there again this year, but..
Can't wait until scamp!!