Factory

Band of Horses

About Factory

"Factory" is the third single taken from Band of Horses' third album Infinite Arms. The song was released for free download at the band's official site in April 2010, shortly after "Compliments" and "Laredo", to help promote the upcoming release of Infinite Arms. Despite not charting, the song was generally well received and was noted for its unique use of candy referencing, with Pitchfork calling the song, "the album's string-drenched opener. Marvel as Ben Bridwell does his best to give majesty to the phrase 'snack machine. '" It's a fan-favorite, and although it's sometimes dropped during the band's sets when they're the opening act, it's almost always present during shows where they're the headliner. It was performed by the band during their appearance on Later... with Jools Holland. 


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2010
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The elevator, in the hotel lobby has a lazy door
The man inside is going to a hotel room
He jumped out right after seeing just the very sight of me
Decided he better hike it to the second floor

Its temporary, this place I'm in
I permanently wont do this again
My belongings scattered across the hotel floor

Now then later, I was thinking it over by the snack machine
I thought about you and a candy bar
The now and laters, now that I've got, stuck between my teeth
I fell asleep to the greatest movie of the year

A man gets lonely, for heavens sake
He's wondering only what did you do today
The worlds spinning around into an old, sad song

Well it's coming down outside like Ive never even seen before
I fell into some kind of sorry state
But looking back now, I think it's time for me to laugh about it
And get my things together and find something to say

Well I feel awful, and I believe
That time gets wasted in this misery
And darling, I never wanna come back home

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Band of Horses

Band of Horses, originally known for a brief period as Horses, is an American rock band formed in 2004 in Seattle, United States (US), by Ben Bridwell. The band has released four studio albums, the most successful of which is 2010's Grammy-nominated Infinite Arms. The band's lineup, which included Mat Brooke for the debut album, has undergone several changes; although, the current members, Bridwell, Ryan Monroe, Tyler Ramsey, Bill Reynolds, and Creighton Barrett, have all been with the band for several years. Band of Horses' fourth studio album, Mirage Rock, was released in September 2012. more »

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Written by: BENJAMIN BRIDWELL

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11 facts about this song

Album Classification
"Factory" is a song from the third studio album "Infinite Arms" by American rock band Band of Horses. This album was released on May 18, 2010.
Production Facts
The album "Infinite Arms", which features "Factory", was produced by Band of Horses with additional production from Phil Ek.
Musical Style
The song "Factory" is often characterized by its atmospheric and instrumental blend of indie rock and Southern rock influences.
Chart Success
The album "Infinite Arms", which includes "Factory", debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a high level of success for the band.
Grammy Awards
"Infinite Arms", featuring "Factory", was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Alternative Music Album in 2011.
Critical Reception
Critics have praised "Factory" for its lyrics and powerful use of instrumentation. The song is often cited as a standout track on the album.
Song Composition
"Factory" opens with lush strings before transforming into a full-band arrangement, showcasing the band's compositional skills.
Inspirational Aspects
Lead singer Ben Bridwell has said in interviews that much of "Infinite Arms" was inspired by his experiences traveling and living in various locations across the U.S., which may have influenced the creation of "Factory".
Music Video
A hauntingly beautiful music video was created for "Factory", featuring the band playing the song amidst stunning rural landscapes.
Band’s Evolution
The making of "Factory" and the entire "Infinite Arms" album represented a period of growth and change for Band of Horses, involving more band members in the writing process.
Live Performances
"Factory" has become one of the band's mainstay live songs, often played during their concerts. Its live renditions are admired for its immersive sound and emotional depth.

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