VOLA - Applause Of A Distant Crowd

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Lyrics:
APPLAUSE OF A DISTANT CROWD
Watch me now I’m vanishing in the light.
I photographed my latest meal in black and white.
I kept my faith in videos of cats in shoes.
And spent a day on episodes on plastic use.
Watch me now I’m vanishing in the light.
I’m filtering my loosing streak warm and bright.
A history I’ve left behind, high on words
of all the stupid things we said but never heard.
Straight to the extinction of your last company.
Go to the lost amber funeral echo in the hall.
Straight to the extinction, burn and moan.
Go to the lost amber carved in stone.
Filming the blue morning carefully.
Climbing the late hours. When will you see me?
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[@Joseph-R]

I can't believe I complained about this album 2 days ago. I've turned to REALLY love this album. I was upset it got softer, but damn it's a masterpiece in its own way. Sorry for doubting you VOLA

[@gardhul]

I know: it really grows up with listenings. Ultimately you can just admit how much genius is in there...

[@renatoalberico4102]

It happened to me with "alleviate" by leprous when they released the single, a week later after I said that is not "my thing" I was listening to it in my head non stop so I decided to give it another try and no of course I love it

[@zombiejaska1475]

Why would you be disappointed if band's music gets softer? What is wrong in that?

[@FusionHowie]

It happens to me a lot! it's the nature of progressive music.

[@JoeNation1994]

@@renatoalberico4102 Amazing song! Definitely my favorite by them. That’s the song that got me into them. Which reminds me, it’s the weekend and I’ll have two days off in a row to officially listen to all of their albums. Found them through Voyager when the singer did guest vocals in Entropy

[@Zaronion]

this is one of those tracks that, even when I'm not in the mood for it, I just love listening to, because it's great. When I'm in the correct mood, however - this track is one of the select few that can straight up make me cry just by listening to it. And I love it for that.

[@MephistosHunter]

Almost 2 years later. Still slamming this album in my ear holes regularly. This song is just so well done. Bravo!

[@volaband]

Glad to hear that Chase:)

[@user-pq6ju1yc6v]

3:20 play.... repeat 3:20 play.... cry .... repeat 3:20 play.....

[@0_Ka-Bar_0]

ditto!

[@mrsmith7332]

It is Epic lol

[@chefboiardeeznutz9881]

How is this song not more popular? Needs at least 5 mil views.

[@higler.]

Can't stop listening, this song is something special.

[@gluonpa6878]

yeah but it is a f... earworm.

[@ST-ss4uv]

Fantastic song. The part between 3:00 and 4:30 is epic. Listened to it several times in a row.

[@cristianbotiza3971]

I like to randomize songs while driving; I bought this album although I had only listened to Whaler and Ghosts - loving them I said ok let me buy it. All of a sudden this song started and when it reached the part you mentioned here I was like 'what the hell happened? this is amazing'. One of the best songs of the album, along Whaler. The lyrics are also impressive. VOLA for the win! (y)

[@MoonJellyGames]

This is like the Meshuggah/Owl City crossover I never knew I wanted.

[@demorez5]

i have no idea what owl city is, but this kinda reminds me Beardfish. also not at all meshuggah

[@MoonJellyGames]

Yeah, I suppose the Meshuggah similarity isn't super obvious as it is in some of Vola's other songs. The main riff sounds like something of theirs, only it would in a super low tone. Owl City is an electronica/pop project (mostly one guy). I'm quite sure that almost nobody who listens to Vola and the like would enjoy Owl City, but the main electronic melody in this song (particularly the bit that starts at 2:52-- which is also where the Meshuggah riff is the strongest) and the piano sounds very similar to me. Also, the lyrics in the first verse sound like something the Owl City guy might write.

[@rkf87]

I hear Meshuggah in the rhythms for other songs... it was someone who came to my mind when I heard Smartfriend. makes me think of their 2005 album I forget the name.

[@drummerblade]

Their previous album, Inmazes, was very much influenced by Meshuggah. The rhythmical similarities were uncanny. Not so much with this one.

[@bio2189]

Yeah the lyrics kinda remind me of Owl City

[@chiquita_dave]

The bass at 3:19 right before the chorus gets me EVERY time. The entire song is excellent but it's little details like that that really elevate this song to another level.

[@mblatt2012]

Vola is so good.

[@ignamax08]

I'm crying of happiness

[@jthompson759]

I can’t believe I’ve listened to this song 30 times and it can still make me cry. My cat was killed by a car and I would love to make a video montage with his videos and this song. What a beautiful piece this is

[@batmancompreparo1114]

4 years later, still loving it. This song is perfect, so emotional. Congratulations on such a great song

[@gregoryl.levitre9759]

No other band does what Vola does, and what they do cannot be synthesized. This is unique auditory art that will endure the test of time. I love it when I introduce someone to Vola for the first time, many of them are surprised that they'd never heard them before and all of them become fans.

[@sirsoothsayer]

The guitar riff in this is incredible

[@petarpavasovic6333]

I just can't stand dumb people who call themselves fans of a band. First album the band releases is in most cases raw and heavy and as soon as they start to explore textures and melodies, the so called "fans" loose their shit and start saying completely irrelevant statements like: "this is pop". No this isn't pop, the band members just matured and started to evolve and expand their sound. That's completely normal and the goal of the music is not to repeat yourself every time you make something new.

[@ernestomuyalemoujalli5314]

I'm agree but I just ask those bands for which are about to change their genre that create another band another name and turn the page or keep projects separately cause it is common and normal that rock/metal musicians have others music tastes

[@JeremyGViking]

That is very rarely feasible... do you know how hard it is to get a new name out there... so many never make it off the ground... they are using the name they built up to do what they want and that is what they deserve... remember bands owe us nothing.. they make music and we may like it... thats it

[@ernestomuyalemoujalli5314]

@@JeremyGViking the bands are partly due to their audience so the audience and fans deserve respect too

[@mentaltelepathy24]

Unless you are 311

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

Your statement kind of reminds me of what happened to 'The Contortionist' They were a deathcore band when they started off but now they are something else entirely.

[@nfoquest5738]

This album grows on you, give it another try kids.

[@otterguyty]

Favorite song, time to get a Vola tattoo

[@XxTheLegend27xX]

Ty Carton PREACH

[@LoneSilver94]

This album is just incredible. The first time I didn't think much about it. Now put it on repeat and it grows on you. This album is super special. Thank you Vola for the ear candy!

[@bobgray2584]

Still listening to the hell out of this album.

[@increase8849]

Definitely one of the future metal headliners. These guys have texture and versatility that has major appeal all around. Looking forward to your future.

[@maestrocam1138]

This is an incredible song/album. Everything I could ask for in a progressive metal band. Interesting rhythms, catchy melodies, weird and awesome.

[@chefboiardeeznutz9881]

Omfg those last lines when he sings, so beautiful.

[@christianvoltaggio9460]

This song made me realize so much about my life. Thank you.

[@translatetheimage]

Hell of a beautiful chorus.

[@MTheoOA]

absurdity. VERY talented band. I listen to this album for 3 years. Almost every month i'm here listening to any song again. The freshness of Ruby Pool and the textures of We are thin air are unique. But Vola is totally unique, even if i did compare them with other bands, like Pink Floyd, Meshuggah or anything else.

[@shankz1328]

Srsly Vola this song is so damn beautiful. It helped me a lot through the last year. It was my most listened song in 2020 on spotify. Just thank you!

[@volaband]

💙

[@LoaisaDriVer]

Aplause of a distant crowd: Hi Gutter moon: hi, who are you? Aplause of a distant crowd: im you, but better

[@drewpeacock009]

Hahahaha I know the feels.

[@DZGuymed]

Haha no

[@ajb-drums]

I hope to one day sing along with this song live.

[@GilCloud]

I listened to 'em on Bandcamp two yeas ago, "they gonna go big" has been the first thought. This album proves me right.

[@lorenzopiccinini9709]

This is art

[@DennisRadaelli]

Exactly one year ago this incredible band released this beautiful song. How time flies! I'm so proud of these guys 💙

[@AtlasCrafted]

This song has become so much to me. It came at the right time in my life and thank you for that VOLA. I have a big list of covers Im planning on doing, and this is #1.

[@volaband]

Awesome. Looking forward to check out your cover:)

[@AtlasCrafted]

@@volaband All the more reason now! Keep on the path guys. Keep inspiring us.

[@FusionHowie]

I just can't stop listening to this album of perfection, it's truly a gift. Thank you Vola! I can't wait to see them live in Detroit! Peace from Detroit MI.

[@evanredd7822]

I can't believe I've been living under a rock and hearing this for the first time! Being a musician myself....literally made me want to cry tears of joy

[@volaband]

💙

[@brandeluna6419]

That piano chord at 4:53 always hits me so hard, so precise and masterfully crafted, so many feels and emotions from just that hit. Amazing song with amazing musicianship

[@irvingddmm813]

Me too! I wish it would last longer, at least for 1 minute. 👌🏼

[@marcieldiogo5126]

This song , album, it so amazing

[@CloneCommando501st]

This has become one of my favourite songs ever. Could someone (or vola themselves) please tell me what the heck the noise is I’m hearing immediately at the start, that keeps going. It’s mesmerising

[@SemiMono]

Synth? I love it too.

[@AtlasCrafted]

You mean the synth effect on the keyboards or the melody itself? Thats just reverb and echo effects. Does sounds dope though.

[@p0p0ld3sb0is]

I... Quite never paid attention to the lyrics of this album. I've been listening to it while working, doing stuff or whatever. But "WHEN WILL YOU SEE ME?". It hit so hard. I mean, I did not listen to the the rest of the lyrics and yet, I knew what it was about. So I listened again. For real this time. And yeah, it was just what I thought. Anyway, thanks Vola for putting words and music on a random fan's feelings. Love you guys, wish you the best and have fun doing what you love

[@ritapollon]

Vola...... Thank you!!! Amazing track😍

[@volaband]

Thank you Andrea:) Glad to hear that you like it!

[@Varie]

One of the best songs and albums I’ve ever heard. They make the kind of music that makes me feel weird in the best way.

[@koldbite2158]

This song was one that I thought was good but didn't think much of it, but it got stuck in my head and now I really love this, so glad to discover these guys than never!

[@varunrajnair875]

What a masterpiece!

[@jthompson759]

Really wish I could see these guys live

[@javierpenin6807]

Aguante. Vola todos sus temas muy buenos excelente .. desde Argentina saludos

[@ShiZostu]

This album is a masterpiece. It took the best the first album had and evolved it :P

[@Fr-kp2ij]

Vola is absolutely my favourite band. I can't even explain how your music makes me feel... I've shed tears upon hearing it. It's just that beautiful.

[@nicolabonoli2408]

a gem for a few

[@harpuavids]

Exactly five years later, and it’s still awesome

[@SICMICKSIC6]

I think i have finally figured out what this song means. Its been my favorite of theirs for a while, ive listened to it easily over 100 times by now. I sincerely believe this song is about how consuming social medias are to our minds, and the decision to leave it behind. When you apply this though a d listen to the song again, it really seems to fit the bill.

[@davidfuller581]

It's more or less about drowning yourself in social media and the internet after a relationship ends, or at least that's what I've read.

[@Julian-s5j]

Best song of the 2010'th. Or in my top 10 maybe.😊

[@daveofosiris]

This song makes me feel young again

[@Syncopiia]

Feels like floating and letting your cares slip away. Love this album.

[@allcreation87]

Yes!!!

[@davidprawira5755]

Yes to u too sweety

[@Algone_11]

Un album qui va trainer longtemps sur ma playlist, félicitation et surtout continuez à nous régaler comme vous le faites, bravo.

[@mtempz3165]

Favorite on the album! Damnit VOLA you guys are so good

[@AmandaAnn432]

Your music speaks to my soul 🙏❤️

[@Scorge120]

It's so good. So so good.

[@BottleRocket11]

I've finally got the time to listen to the album in full and it's been an absolute experience. By far, this song right here is my favorite above all. Not to imply I don't love the others, of course! Absolutely killer album, guys! You've done it again and I can't wait to be listening to this album nonstop for the next month!

[@davidfuller581]

This song got me through a pretty rough patch in my life. Thanks, guys. Seriously.

[@thevinylist]

Brilliant.

[@Th3Righteous]

Can't wait for this album to release. I need more VOLA in my life!!

[@gaspode8]

It was released today: volaband.bandcamp.com/album/applause-of-a-distant-crowd

[@AnthrixJ]

Loving the riffs , sounds and melody lines :)

[@petezahut3196]

Yoooo this is fantastic

[@Miniontaart]

Absolutely beautiful! Just found you guys last night via your live sessions in Copenhagen and then came to figure out you guys released your album today! Apparently a lot of old-school haters in the comments; don't listen to them. You guys have a very unique sound and it's thoroughly enjoyable. You don't always need to break down the house to create art :-)

[@chefboiardeeznutz9881]

Fuck yes, new album!!!!!!

[@RickBomhof]

Awesome!

[@Dma112288]

Watch me now, I’m vanishing in the light

[@Ruto_K]

Prolific.

[@Ruto_K]

Your style is pretty dope.

[@07mrluke]

gentle giant anyone?

[@nicolasdigiulio7375]

hace rato no escuchaba música nueva que me guste tanto, suena impecable. La parte en 2:10 es una de las mejores partes que escuché en la historia de la música.

[@exhainca]

11 mopes were here.

[@InTeeth]

At least 700 if these views are me

[@volaband]

Thanks Gavin:)

[@InTeeth]

@@volaband make that 800

[@volaband]

@@InTeeth Hehe. Awesome!

[@jweezy15able]

I respect the experamentation on this album, but it's not for me. I've listened to just about all the songs I have available from there EP's before Inmazes, and I really enjoyed it a lot. This album, while it has some really good songs, just is a little too mello for my taste. This band will go far and I look forward to seeing everything they do for years to come.

[@Radegastx0]

Don't do pop, do prog like on the 1st album!! This is turning into the current Steven Wilson's direction, which is not good at all...

[@DAsphyxiated]

I disagree, I love this direction!

[@Sunshinus]

Why would you think you're entitled to decide what's good for a band and what's not? I'm pretty sure you can't even describe why it's 'pop', because your only argument would be "it's not heavy enough for my own irrelevant taste".

[@Detren]

Where the fuck do you hear pop in this

[@emptycloud2774]

They've always had a flavour of pop in their sound. It's just less heavier with the riffs with more focus on melody - and some experimentation. Should they keep releasing the same album..?

[@auguststoffels8875]

Pff Wilson's current music is good af my dude, get over your shit chat.