Pronunciation & definition of O.R. & why we spell it the way we do>
http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Occam... When we decided to change our name from Few & Far Between in 2004 we realized how hard it is to come up with a band name that would not be currently used. We did google searches for the name Occam's Razor and also the variant of it Ockham's Razor. By doing this we found there were even more spellings of it. So we chose to spell it with it with a "u" for two main reasons. First of all, we spell it that way because we can not continue what we do with out "YOU" the listener and your continued support. Second reason being, we knew that there would be a possibility that the name could be used without us knowing about it or that someone out there would use it. So, this way it would be original to us. From time to time, we get people that tell us that the spelling is wrong, etc. and that they don't know how to pronounce the name and whatnot. Note that the 'Beatles' did not spell their name the 'Beetles.' They seemed to do just fine. Hope that this helps any of you that don't know how to pronounce the name, know what it means and wonder why we spell it this way. Thanks for the interest!
*If you would like to join our fanbridge mailing list, it goes out just 1x a month, go to:
http://ockumsrazor.fanbridge.com
_______________________________________________________________________
*Synopsis of songs:
1) CHAPERONE: No matter what your belief system is everyone has that sense of being watched over, or for that matter being watched. In times of trials and in times of greatness there is the inner-voice that drives us towards our fate. Whether or not you personally have the support system you need to thrive determines alot sometimes. It is in this nature that I have found my voice. No one is a "mind reader" which means you have to learn to communicate for yourself and more importantly learn to be a good listener. This song, in essence, is my way of speaking to my Higher Power and to those around me, stating the following: I don't know what the hell I am doing, show me the way and teach me to own my actions and words. Also to learn to not worry about others actions so much.
2) Jig Of The Juggernaut: This song was recorded a couple of years ago. Prophetic in nature, it speaks of America's role in the world and it's evolution. Unofficially titled, "The Dance of America", JOTJ speaks true to America's dilemma and the over all state of mind of it's collective, at times.3) FEAR OF THE UNKNOWN: Rings true to those not sure of the next step. Knowledge is power, knowing who you are is important, however it is common to have a false perception of yourself and for that matter others. More importantly you come to the point where change is inevitable, whether by choice or not. Letting go where needed is essential. It is a scary reality to not be able to let go and have to hear the audible and synoptic thoughts of other's race through your mind and haunt you. Overcoming your state of mind can be a challenge at times.4) TWO THIEVES: Compares and contrasts the two thieves beside Christ at the time of crucifiction. Jesus Christ's persona is one of sacrifice. For Christians and non-belivers alike, His example is unique to His own and impossible to be achieved by anyone ever. No matter what we do the common belief of most is one of these two thieves. Their words are coined verbatim in the second verse. Being named Christopher "Follower of Christ" and having the backround that I have, many have looked to me in ways I could not give them what they needed. It was in my most desperate hour that I cried out in frustration of others association of me and George Bush, the war, etc. that I felt unfairly judged by some. Stating "I am no Christ!" is not a declaration but a proclamation of the two thieves shame that we all carry with us innately. This song title is obviously not a personal claim.
5) The Great Big Wheel : Is a song about relentlessness of time and it's ability to be forgiving and unforgiving, at times. It is about seeing the world around us in motion, constant change, knowing that on the other side of the world someone is going through something inexplicable just as you are. It is about facing the change the best we can and how we either try to embrace it, hopefully, not letting it encumber us.
6) Novocain : I used the fear of going to the dentist as a metaphor for life. If you take the time to read the lyrics posted on our player you will pick this idea up.
7) Every Growing Moment : This song is simply about the ability that we have to control things in our lives and also the things that we cannot. In a time where things are made simpler by technology, etc. I find that our lives have more things to do in them, more options of ways that we go about to achieve things. We live in a fast paced society more or less.
8) Inconspicuous : Sometimes people's actions cause us to be suprised, etc. It is hard to understand on the outside what a person is truly going through. We see them and may wonder why they choose to isolate themselves when they need to be doing the opposite. It is in this state that one seems to be paralyzed.
9) Secret Of The Way Things Are : This song make reference and even mentions parts of a very small segment of The Dead Sea Scrolls. The Quarmations were a sect that left sacred writings in a cave near the dead sea, which were found in the 1960's I think, I cannot recall exactly right now. But, over time they have been pieced together the best that they can. This segment refers to getting to the meaning of life, as they knew it or thought of it, how the tongue can be a double-door. Meaning that one should think before he/she speaks. Meditating on why things are the way they are brings us understanding and in turn helps us be more patient, empathetic and compassionate. At the end of the bridge before the reprise, there is a hint of theme similiar to Revelations.
*For a synopsis of the remaining acoustic songs from 'tHE tERRIBLE tRUTH' visit
www.myspace.com/ockumsrazoracoustic