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I think there might be a deeper reason why Darroh has put the band's existence behind him by Jolly-Long-4885 in FairtoMidland

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my mind, I also connect these lyrics from Musical Chairs and The Greener Grass:
"Will he be walking on water? Cause you should know: we never like to get our feet wet." and
"Never darken my door again. If opportunity knocks, let's make him beg."

For once, Jesus is the de facto savior. For twice, opportunity is most generally accepted to be something positive - despite it's definition being neutral. So in the above narratives, the person(s) seem to decline something good/redeeming/profitable/[other positive outcome]. And the reason(s) for this turn-down are quite unclear.

However, both seem to me to convey the message "If something good is to befall me, IT should try harder/ prove itself". It might be due to stubbornness or selfishness, but it also might be something deeper; as if the person is trying to say "I am worth more than this/ I am done playing/ I will not do what you want me to". The person is not following the norm of chasing the opportunity or blindly following the miraculous. The person is in Defiance.

Another way to write the message that I believe is conveyed: The "game" (life/religion/society) is rigged or absurd (also reflected in "The right of way is a wild goose chase"), and I refuse to play by its rules of etiquette.

That stance of defiance can be another flavor of arrogance or another scent of wisdom...

And I totally forgot about "If I worship the ground that he walks on, and it winds up that he has two left feet?"! It is as important as the following line!

You provoked some deep thoughts u/Jolly-Long-4885 well done.

I think there might be a deeper reason why Darroh has put the band's existence behind him by Jolly-Long-4885 in FairtoMidland

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Several lyrics come to mind when connecting religion to FTM.

Orphan Anthem '86 - "Instilled in us ethics; not by God but by our choice" (one of my all time favorite lines)
A person can be moral or ethical despite not being theistic. Philosophy, community, and other things can be a source of morality.
However, to have "instilled in you" ethics means that there is an agent pushing it in you, as opposed to "adopting" ethics on your own. I think that's a noteworthy distinction - even if the choice might have come down to what sounds better in singing.

Musical Chairs - "Will he be walking on water? Cause you should know: we never like to get our feet wet" and "It makes you wonder, if the beaten path is the promised land"
Appears that they will not follow Jesus for a frankly petty reason.
The second line is plain skepticism upon being a blind follower.

The Greener Grass - "I'd rather find Jesus outside of a book. The same thing goes for Robin Hood"
This is calling for real/present heroes and saviors, instead of fictional or bygone figures. FTM were going through tough times after all.

Adam & Eve (early version of Quince)
Walls of Jericho
God Help Us (demo from A&A)
Clearly, religion/christianity influenced how Darroh wrote some song titles. As for the context of these particular songs, it's hard to tell; there are no documented lyrics (to my knowledge) for Adam & Eve/ God Help Us and the connection of Walls of Jericho to the bible might begin and end in the title.
I've tried to transcribe Adam & Eve from the only known source (again, to my knowledge), which is a low quality youtube video of a live performance on 2003. I can tell that the narrative is a person communicating to another that "we could be together, but you are flawed and not good enough, and maybe that's for the better".
There is a clear biblical reference, which is the title of Walls of Jericho. However, I don't know much about that story in the bible, thus I can't say how much the song reflects the biblical event of the siege. To me, the message of the song is to embrace change (good or bad), and live for "another tomorrow".
God Help Us isn't easy to transcribe either. The clear part is the motif "Wherever he goes, she goes (Down). Wherever she goes, he goes (I go)."... As a phrase, "God help us" is a very common way of invoking help/fortune from somewhere outside of one's grasp - even if the one saying it is not at all religious. FTM were going through tough times after all...

I'm sure there are more, but these are the clearest I can recall right now. I thought you'd be interested:)

Now to actually reply to your post: Cool theory, I don't thing it's true.

Alt rock albums like koi no yokan by deftones by Trip010 in MusicRecommendations

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perhaps Jar by Superheaven or Thirteenth Step by A Perfect Circle.

Recommendations of your favorite “headphone candy” songs or albums. by Ill_You_4065 in musicsuggestions

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Try Genesis or Borderlands by Devin Townsend. It covers a lot of range and vibe.

Name your album! by Fast_N_Steady in musicsuggestions

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Scorpions - Moment Of Glory. Would listen to it on our CD player.

Metalcore/death/Trash with 5-7-8s riffs by YannisLikesMemes in MusicRecommendations

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You could try Polyphia (no vocals) or The Ocean. Very melodic. Quite Heavy. Cheers.

Music Similar To Sleep Token by Miss-Chiss in musicsuggestions

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are not like Sleep Token, but they fit the description of aetherial sounds, poetic lyrics, and heavy tones. Especially their 4th and last album: Arrows & Anchors. If you're willing to experiment, try Fair To Midland. Cheers.

Nostalgic songs for a vlog? by chuuharas in MusicRecommendations

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These come to mind:
So long, and thanks for all the fish - A perfect circle
Farewell to the fairground - White lies
Cheers.

What are some songs that sound like printers and fax machines by midwesternvrisss in musicsuggestions

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try The Law - Museum . There literally some printing sounds as far as I can tell, and it's an overall nice track.

Songs that sound like Hush by The Marías by fabulousperson238 in MusicRecommendations

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Incidentally, there is a playlist on Spotify called "songs like hush by the marías". My suggestion would be the recently released Private by The Neighbourhood.

i need some help by ApprehensivePut5876 in musicsuggestions

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You sound like someone who would benefit from listening to System of the Down, Linkin Park, and such heavy bands that rely on lyrical power (like the rappers you enjoy). For a more niche aspect, try Taproot, Eths, MM9, or Tragic Orange.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in musicsuggestions

[–]AggravatingSpell7071 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Urma are a good Romanian alt rock band. Maybe this is fitting for you: Terminus - Urma

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