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Syntax — Bliss
Album: Meccano Mind
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Released: 2004
Length: 6:02
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There was a time when we were cradled one on one
And now I find that all creation is undone
I'm throwing out all of these thoughts that are not mine
I'm building up you're coming down i'm losing time

And now i've found some solid ground
I thought i'd drowned but now i'm found
And on the lips of life I kiss
I find I'm here this place of bliss

It's better now you'll find that life is on your side
And you know of glory days the vibe you cannot hide
I'm giving you the chance to make it all alright
Baby come on walk with me I know the futures bright

When you dream of themes that drive you to feel insincere
Think again you know that all those feelings are just fear
When you're trilled by ego hits you think you're on a high
You should know deep down inside it never satisfies
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 bispy12 wrote:

I concur 


Posted 3 months ago by bispy12    [ Reply ]
 cmcisaac wrote:

AAAAAAND this is why I listen to RP. Thanks Bill for opening my ears to so many artists. 



Posted 3 months ago by bispy12    [ Reply ]
I love this song.  Find it impossible to find on music streams or albums.  
Posted 4 months ago by drwhy    [ Reply ]
 stevenstarr wrote:

As and older dude who came late to the syntax party these guys and this song knock my socks off . if it wasn't for RP I never would have heard them    and so many others            thanks



Same!!!!
Posted 8 months ago by akhuffman    [ Reply ]
Most Excellent music. So glad you played this song. I ordered (thruRP) this album and it’s absolutely magnificent. Highly recommend. 
Posted 10 months ago by mgrazortx    [ Reply ]
most awesome album bi bought it several years ago and still makes me rock amazingly!!! 
Posted 10 months ago by mgrazortx    [ Reply ]
+1 for cool band name. 
Posted 1 year ago by Kajukenbo    [ Reply ]
 khardog145 wrote:

and kinda Peter Murphy-ish too.


that's exactly what i think.

i found this to be a rather energizing and awakening kind of song.

When you dream of themes that drive you to feel insincere
Think again you know that all those feelings are just fear
When you're trilled by ego hits you think you're on a high
You should know deep down inside it never satisfies



love the song Pride, too. good stuff.
Posted 1 year ago by lily34    [ Reply ]
 kenmo wrote:

He did it again just now.


And again 10 months later
Posted 1 year ago by roadie    [ Reply ]
I’ve liked this song over the years, but that album cover extra cool….today
Posted 2 years ago by ddbz    [ Reply ]
 timmus wrote:

Interesting that an original copy of this song did not exist on YouTube until last month.  According to Wikipedia, "As of 2020, Syntax had their music removed from all streaming platforms due to a trademark dispute with a US band of the same name. This has led to widespread copyright strikes by Douglas Martens against any artist using the noun “syntax” in their name. This issue has not been solved as of yet."

Sheesh...




It seems that suit may have been lost, seeing as a google search for Syntax brings up only this band in at least the first two pages. and lots of links to their music and videos...
Posted 2 years ago by Jelani    [ Reply ]
 lewisv66 wrote:

Bill must have read your comment. He just followed this track with Icehouse... :)

He did it again just now.
Posted 2 years ago by kenmo    [ Reply ]
Thanks for this amazing set! So many great songs, so well put together  
Posted 2 years ago by pcegeek    [ Reply ]
no lo conocía, muy bueno... 
Posted 2 years ago by fabduchi    [ Reply ]
 stevenstarr wrote:

As and older dude who came late to the syntax party these guys and this song knock my socks off . if it wasn't for RP I never would have heard them    and so many others            thanks



older woman  
Posted 2 years ago by Isabeau    [ Reply ]
Always turn this one UP 2 notches, even if it is at 9.  
Posted 2 years ago by Rockit999    [ Reply ]
It’s seductive.
Posted 2 years ago by deniseperry    [ Reply ]
Punchy crunchy bombastic bliss.
Posted 2 years ago by easmann    [ Reply ]
 mread wrote:

I can relate.  This came on RP while my music-savvy kids were listening in the background and they were, like, "Daaad!"  And I'm like, "What? This is good."  And they're like "But... Daaad!"  It was like I was stealing their independence.  

I love when they say it with more than one "a"
Posted 2 years ago by Greyerwrit    [ Reply ]
 mread wrote:

I can relate.  This came on RP while my music-savvy kids were listening in the background and they were, like, "Daaad!"  And I'm like, "What? This is good."  And they're like "But... Daaad!"  It was like I was stealing their independence.  
My Kids: "Dad, this is too cool for you".

Posted 2 years ago by BBoyes    [ Reply ]
 mread wrote:

I can relate.  This came on RP while my music-savvy kids were listening in the background and they were, like, "Daaad!"  And I'm like, "What? This is good."  And they're like "But... Daaad!"  It was like I was stealing their independence.  


I get what you're saying lol
great track
Posted 2 years ago by johnlambe    [ Reply ]
Good tune!
Posted 2 years ago by eileenomurphy    [ Reply ]
Excellent! I never heard of this band before. Thank You RP!
Posted 3 years ago by joejennings    [ Reply ]
Interesting that an original copy of this song did not exist on YouTube until last month.  According to Wikipedia, "As of 2020, Syntax had their music removed from all streaming platforms due to a trademark dispute with a US band of the same name. This has led to widespread copyright strikes by Douglas Martens against any artist using the noun “syntax” in their name. This issue has not been solved as of yet."

Sheesh...
Posted 3 years ago by timmus    [ Reply ]
 dmiklitz wrote:

For some reason, this keeps reminding me of Icehouse. Love this track.


Bill must have read your comment. He just followed this track with Icehouse... :)
Posted 3 years ago by lewisv66    [ Reply ]
 johnstonimages wrote:

Where can I buy this?  Can't find it 



I got on I tunes!
Posted 3 years ago by willmcnaught    [ Reply ]
Where is the repeat tab?
Posted 3 years ago by Aud    [ Reply ]
Where can I buy this?  Can't find it 
Posted 3 years ago by johnstonimages    [ Reply ]


stevenstarr wrote:
As and older dude who came late to the syntax party these guys and this song knock my socks off . if it wasn't for RP I never would have heard them and so many others thanks


 

mread wrote:

I can relate.  This came on RP while my music-savvy kids were listening in the background and they were, like, "Daaad!"  And I'm like, "What? This is good."  And they're like "But... Daaad!"  It was like I was stealing their independence.  

LOL - same reaction from my sons when, a number of years ago, I discovered Porcupine Tree and The Dandy Warhols on RP   ;>) 
Posted 3 years ago by radiotoe    [ Reply ]
 Aud wrote:


ditto!


double ditto
Posted 3 years ago by willmcnaught    [ Reply ]
 DigitalJer wrote:

Heard it here first, and immediately bought the CD.  No regrets.  None at all.



ditto!
Posted 3 years ago by Aud    [ Reply ]
Finally upped it to a 10.  I bet they are fantastic live.
Posted 3 years ago by Alastair    [ Reply ]
Damn I love this track. Can't get it anywhere apart from paying for the whole soundtrack of a film on Spotify or iTunes Store. the original album isn't available anywhere that I can find. 
Posted 3 years ago by neil_poynter    [ Reply ]
Been away from RP for several years,...life got in the way.  But it's nice to come back to and hear Bliss, a song I rated at 9.
Posted 3 years ago by Andy_B    [ Reply ]
This whole album is fantastic.
Posted 3 years ago by DigitalJer    [ Reply ]
 rgio wrote:

This has that Icehouse - Iva Davies feel to it.



Ha, Bill must have seen your comment as the next song is, Icehouse!
Posted 3 years ago by bluematrix    [ Reply ]
This song really revs me up and gets me going. It's a go-to for getting focused on getting things done. Guitar lead in that grabs you, driving tempo and positive lyrics. Got ta give it a 10 for all that! Fortunately I found this album on Soundcloud App for those in-between RP rotation needs. 
Posted 3 years ago by NoLoTeks    [ Reply ]
The coconut sounds in the background make this....Put your headphones on & listen!

Posted 3 years ago by Rockit9    [ Reply ]
 cmcisaac wrote:
AAAAAAND this is why I listen to RP. Thanks Bill for opening my ears to so many artists. 
 
Try to listen to WFMU, they play a lot of wonderful stuff too
Posted 3 years ago by jp33442    [ Reply ]
 terryweir wrote:
Brilliant too short lived a band.  Everything about this CD is amazing.  And I would never have heard it if I didn't listen to RP.  Can't crank it in my apartment so had to buy the CD so I could crank it in the car!  Great lyrics and the production is unbelievable.
 

Terry  i have found myself listening more and more to stations like this and other free form stations 
Posted 3 years ago by jp33442    [ Reply ]
Brilliant too short lived a band.  Everything about this CD is amazing.  And I would never have heard it if I didn't listen to RP.  Can't crank it in my apartment so had to buy the CD so I could crank it in the car!  Great lyrics and the production is unbelievable.
Posted 3 years ago by terryweir    [ Reply ]
I heard this song on RP and it really struck me hard. Checked out some of the other cuts from the album on Youtube and they were nearly as strong as this one. But the cd was almost impossible to find. Finally obtained a pricey disc off Amazon UK (I'm in the US) from a record store.  Thanks for yet another great discovery Bill!
Posted 4 years ago by bluematrix    [ Reply ]
That hits the spot!
Posted 4 years ago by Johnny_Alpha    [ Reply ]
AAAAAAND this is why I listen to RP. Thanks Bill for opening my ears to so many artists. 
Posted 4 years ago by cmcisaac    [ Reply ]
Heard it here first, and immediately bought the CD.  No regrets.  None at all.
Posted 4 years ago by DigitalJer    [ Reply ]
 {#Chillpill}bpemby wrote:
 
 
Guess 2 or 4
 
Posted 4 years ago by kleo    [ Reply ]
 stevenstarr wrote:
As and older dude who came late to the syntax party these guys and this song knock my socks off . if it wasn't for RP I never would have heard them    and so many others            thanks
 
I can relate.  This came on RP while my music-savvy kids were listening in the background and they were, like, "Daaad!"  And I'm like, "What? This is good."  And they're like "But... Daaad!"  It was like I was stealing their independence.  
Posted 4 years ago by mread    [ Reply ]
 chinaski wrote:
Nope, not Gomez but I'm sure Morticia would groove to it anyway.
 

How many people would get the Adam's Family connection?
Posted 4 years ago by bpemby    [ Reply ]
Amazing sound.
Posted 4 years ago by VelimirSaban    [ Reply ]
 rgio wrote:
This has that Icehouse - Iva Davies feel to it.
 
and kinda Peter Murphy-ish too.
Posted 5 years ago by khardog145    [ Reply ]
This has that Icehouse - Iva Davies feel to it.
Posted 5 years ago by rgio    [ Reply ]
 I love this song!  Great to listen to in the car while driving down the highway at  high speed.  Thank you RP for turning me onto this song.  
Posted 5 years ago by drwhy    [ Reply ]
    
Posted 5 years ago by JeriF    [ Reply ]
 Relayer wrote:
This band/album is just damn amazing. Shame they only did this album and a follow up EP.  Strange that they didn't continue given the high quality of the songwriting and production here.
 

Me too! 
Posted 5 years ago by Johnny_Alpha    [ Reply ]
 vytis932 wrot
 


- yes ,gritty, so full of promise - better seen at festivals ;D
Posted 5 years ago by Johnny_Alpha    [ Reply ]
So Good!
Posted 5 years ago by vytis932    [ Reply ]
This band/album is just damn amazing. Shame they only did this album and a follow up EP.  Strange that they didn't continue given the high quality of the songwriting and production here.
Posted 5 years ago by Relayer    [ Reply ]
 {#Yes}Relayer wrote:
This album is so solid through and through, I am surprised they didn't hit it big and followed up with more music. Only an EP was released after this, which was pretty good.
 

Posted 6 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
sounds a lot like Alpinestars. A band I first heard on Radio Paradise prolly 8 years ago. Awesome 
Posted 6 years ago by Kenbob    [ Reply ]
This album is so solid through and through, I am surprised they didn't hit it big and followed up with more music. Only an EP was released after this, which was pretty good.
Posted 6 years ago by Relayer    [ Reply ]
 dmiklitz wrote:
For some reason, this keeps reminding me of Icehouse. Love this track.
 
It's the voice
Posted 6 years ago by Rockit9    [ Reply ]
Probably the best song on RP.
Posted 6 years ago by david16    [ Reply ]
For some reason, this keeps reminding me of Icehouse. Love this track.
Posted 6 years ago by dmiklitz    [ Reply ]
appreciation of this song is very different if you are blissed out as opposed to not. i can attest to that. really is interesting when thinking about the music you're listening to NOW. 
Posted 6 years ago by jambo    [ Reply ]
 jacopo_7 wrote:
What a coo song!

 I'll put the 'L' in COOL
Posted 6 years ago by Rockit9    [ Reply ]
What a coo song!
Posted 6 years ago by jacopo_7    [ Reply ]
Don't admonish me, but this is the first time I've heard this.  Wow. 
Posted 6 years ago by roadie    [ Reply ]
I put this release-one of my favorites- into my CD player today.-Wouldn't play and couldn't get it out-eeerg!
Posted 6 years ago by Aud    [ Reply ]
As and older dude who came late to the syntax party these guys and this song knock my socks off . if it wasn't for RP I never would have heard them    and so many others            thanks
Posted 6 years ago by stevenstarr    [ Reply ]
The more I hear this the greater the bliss!  Bumping it to a 9.
Posted 7 years ago by Andy_B    [ Reply ]
 I hear a bit of Richard Butler from the Furs..brookap wrote:
Favorable comparison to UNKLE. Loving this!

 


Posted 7 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
Favorable comparison to UNKLE. Loving this!
Posted 7 years ago by brookap    [ Reply ]
 konakid wrote:
Kinda reminds me of Dirty Vegas. Quite likeable!

 
I don't know why, but when I read your comment, I immediately thought of INXS (maybe Full Moon, Dirty Hearts?) and started to hear the song as if it was being performed by Michael Hutchence and the boys from Down Under.
Posted 7 years ago by Solanus    [ Reply ]
Nope.  Not liking that voice. Mousy, breathy, very juvenile.  Sincere though.
Posted 7 years ago by ciarataylor    [ Reply ]
 DigitalJer wrote:
Delightful.  The entire album.
EDIT:  I KNEW there was some Fluke in there!!

 
Yes! the album is a definite buy!
Posted 8 years ago by Aud    [ Reply ]
Kinda reminds me of Dirty Vegas. Quite likeable!
Posted 8 years ago by konakid    [ Reply ]
Delightful.  The entire album.
EDIT:  I KNEW there was some Fluke in there!!
Posted 8 years ago by DigitalJer    [ Reply ]
 Sloggydog wrote:
Get me some 1980's computer game mosquito repellent. 

 
 ShaunJ wrote:

I didn't know there was such a thing....

 
They store it right beside the 1950s cellphone toasters.
Posted 8 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
fkn awesome
Posted 8 years ago by Drone212    [ Reply ]
 or cousin Itt would dig it !!  chinaski wrote:
Nope, not Gomez but I'm sure Morticia would groove to it anyway.

 


Posted 8 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
love it.  Friday afternoon...great lead it to the night!
 
Posted 8 years ago by Curly_Stuff    [ Reply ]
Nope, not Gomez but I'm sure Morticia would groove to it anyway.
Posted 8 years ago by chinaski    [ Reply ]
I thought this was Gomez!
Posted 8 years ago by tee_dee    [ Reply ]
My morning just got better! Thanks!
Posted 8 years ago by IndyDoug    [ Reply ]
 Sloggydog wrote:
Get me some 1980's computer game mosquito repellent. 

 
I didn't know there was such a thing....
Posted 8 years ago by ShaunJ    [ Reply ]
Get me some 1980's computer game mosquito repellent. 
Posted 8 years ago by Sloggydog    [ Reply ]
Nice!
Posted 8 years ago by IndyDoug    [ Reply ]
So good! Cranked to ear-bleeding levels!

 {#Cheesygrin}

Edit:  Love these lines:

And on the lips of life I kiss
I find I'm here this place of bliss 

 
Posted 8 years ago by Nerubo    [ Reply ]
Who'd ask more?
Posted 8 years ago by twoplain2sea    [ Reply ]
 There are some completely different sounding tracks with each one having a compelling attraction.  Message, Tower of power,Pride, Destiny, and Fever are my favs.. there is a rare Japanese release with a few extra tracks available, but I can't find anyone who will sell it.   Stefen wrote:
How are the other tracks on this album?

 


Posted 8 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
How are the other tracks on this album?
Posted 8 years ago by Stefen    [ Reply ]
Kurt Cobain called, no wait, I mean that guy from Bush that wanted to sound like Curt Cobain called....
Posted 8 years ago by LPCity    [ Reply ]
Hmmm... ambient?  I wouldn't put it in that category at all.  Turn it up and move to it!

Asa001 wrote:
Nice ambient electronic, reminds me of Kosheen a little bit.{#Roflol}

 

Posted 8 years ago by crogers    [ Reply ]
this song does satisfy when played loud, quite cool imo  : )
Posted 8 years ago by hayduke2    [ Reply ]
 MinMan wrote:
Needs more dingo barking in the background!

 
good idea, at least it wouldn't be so genaric with dingos
Posted 8 years ago by Skydog    [ Reply ]
Needs more dingo barking in the background!
Posted 8 years ago by MinMan    [ Reply ]
I squized every inch of her, and guess what!  The joke explained better was too simple for some.
Posted 8 years ago by twoplain2sea    [ Reply ]
Nice ambient electronic, reminds me of Kosheen a little bit.{#Roflol}
Posted 8 years ago by Asa001    [ Reply ]
Hints of INXS "Elegantly Wasted."
Posted 8 years ago by tridoug    [ Reply ]
Sounds like VAST.
Posted 8 years ago by Piranga    [ Reply ]
And once again while listening to RP I say "why have I never heard this before?!"

Love it. And the Peter Murphy echo ... yes indeed. 
Posted 8 years ago by onelittlemoose    [ Reply ]
 LawDude wrote:
Sounds like Peter Murphy.

 
...which could explain the dark, deep sound which puts me in mind of Bauhaus...
Posted 8 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
"it's got a good beat and I can dance to it."
Posted 9 years ago by marktberry    [ Reply ]
 1wolfy wrote:
Outstanding CD..too bad there is not more material available from this band..nice if Bill would play Message or Soft..

 
Hey 1wolfy,  How's it?

If you like it, I probably like it too.  And that certaintly is the case with this song.

Please do upload more Syntax material for Bill's consideration. 
Posted 9 years ago by westslope    [ Reply ]
Is this not Unkle? Thought it was up until now. Not a bad thing to be confused with. Solid 8 and likely to nudge up with the next listen.
Posted 9 years ago by brookap    [ Reply ]
Outstanding CD..too bad there is not more material available from this band..nice if Bill would play Message or Fever..
Posted 9 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
We have to pay a Sin Tax on pretty much everything here and it doesn't feel nearly as good as this track.
Posted 9 years ago by TerryS    [ Reply ]
Rare these days that a song makes me slide right down to my local EllPeeHut and look for an expensive CD labelled "RARE" but there ain't any to be had...  Syntax has it going on.
Posted 9 years ago by misterbearbaby    [ Reply ]
I'm rising above the clouds and sailing away with Syntax in a blissful way!!!!
Posted 9 years ago by rkbrownie    [ Reply ]
Repetative, one chord wonder.  My golly it is addictive, as is the album.  8.4.

https://goo.gl/tCpqeO
Posted 9 years ago by stunix    [ Reply ]
Way too perfect for my current extremely depressed  self. I love it. Complex mix of sounds
Posted 9 years ago by PurplePrincess    [ Reply ]
 Aud wrote:
Thanks for the info. I really like this CD too and I want more!
  
SquiddlyDiddly wrote:

Then have a listen to Fluke. You will not be disappointed :) 

 
Fluke have done some great stuff - their remix of TalkTalk's "Natural History" was interesting.  Their work with Bjork is superb.
Posted 9 years ago by DaidyBoy    [ Reply ]
Sounds like Peter Murphy.
Posted 9 years ago by LawDude    [ Reply ]
outstanding closing music as I carry large decorative steel tables and chairs in from the glorious sunlight, it was almost 60 degrees today, with steady caresses of soft wind and birdsong - delicious spring!
Posted 9 years ago by hayduke2    [ Reply ]
I absolutely love this song! I can relate. Wish it was on iTunes...
Posted 9 years ago by a_conway    [ Reply ]
SO FINE
Posted 9 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
 TerryS wrote:

I never remember who this is until the bass line kicks in. All good.



 
same here ! And while I'm here to comment, let's change the rating 8 -> 9 :) 
Posted 9 years ago by ChrisVIII    [ Reply ]
Rockin' song, would be great in the workout set, turned up to floor-vibrating levels! 
Posted 9 years ago by ri_shelton    [ Reply ]
The Chemical Brothers - Out Of Control
Posted 9 years ago by mattti    [ Reply ]
Great tune. Is this the extended version?
Posted 9 years ago by tfioreze    [ Reply ]