They were part of t… Read Full Bio ↴1. The Action were an English band of the 1960s.
They were part of the mod subculture, and played soul music-influenced pop music. The band were formed as The Boys in August 1963, in Kentish Town, North London. After Peter Watson joined them as an additional guitarist in 1965, they changed their name to The Action. The original members were Reg King (lead Vocals) (born Reginald King, 5 February 1945, in Paddington, West London), Alan 'Bam' King (lead guitar, Vocals) (born Alan King, 18 September 1945, in Muswell Hill, North London), Mike "Ace" Evans (bass guitar, Vocals) (born Michael Evans, 10 July 1945, in Henley, Berkshire) and Roger Powell (drums) (born 4 July 1945, in Camden Town, North West London).
Shortly after their formation, they signed to Beatles producer George Martin's Parlophone Records. "Land of a Thousand Dances" b/w "In My Lonely Room" was well received by critics, but sold poorly. None of the Action's singles achieved success in the UK singles chart; their highest charting single was "I'll Keep on Holding On", which reached number 47 in 1965.
After disastrous experiences with the Rikki Farr management, Peter Watson (born in 1945, in Kentish Town, North West London) left the band in 1966. They continued as quartet, but were dropped from Parlophone in 1967. In the late 1960s keyboardist Ian Whiteman (born 18 May 1945, in Saffron Walden, Essex) and guitarist Martin Stone (born in Wokingham, Surrey, England, 11 December 1946 - 9 November 2016, Versailles, France) joined the band and the Action moved toward a mid-tempo psychedelic ballad style, and then into folk rock. Reg King left the band in 1967, and Alan King took over as main lead vocalist. In 1969, when signing to John Curd's Head Records, the band was renamed by Curd Mighty Baby.
Alan King later went on to form Ace (see pub rock (UK)).
Notably, they are one of the favourite bands of Phil Collins, who performed with the reunited band in 2000. "For me it was like playing with the Beatles," he later commented on the experience.
2. The Action! was formed in the fall of 1998, in Syracuse, NY. Their music is a hard-to-classify blend of rock, ska, punk, and jazz.
The Action!, formerly known as Skatos, has recorded two full-length albums; Skatalogical (1999), and Waiting For Tuesday (2001). They have appeared on the internationally released ska compilation Still Standing (Jump/Megalith), as well as the ska/punk compilation How I Punked Out Of Skallege (Red Dragon). The band also recorded and independently released an e.p. of demos called the 16 Hour E.P. The Action! also wrote and recorded a song used in local Syracuse commercials for the popular television show The Simpsons.
The Action! has served as the opening act for such bands as Reel Big Fish, The Toasters, The Pietasters, Jimmies Chicken Shack, Gym Class Heroes, The Planet Smashers, and Sheila Devine. On stage, the band delivers a tight, adrenaline fueled performance that has remained unmatched by their musical peers.
In 2003 the members of The Action! took a break from the band as school, jobs, and other projects made it increasingly harder to perform or rehearse regularly. However, in April of 2006 it was announced that they would reunite and organize a benefit show for their friend and bandmate Brandon Hall who was diagnosed with leukemia. The show was a great success, leading the band to start writing more and playing out again. Come and see for yourself the new and improved, latest installment of ... The Action!
3.AOR Band from United States of America released Louder Than World 1987-2006 Album
4. The Action was a power pop power trio from Ohio. They were active from about 1979 to 1982. They had a very retro sound based on british invasion style melodic songwriting (very much like the UK band of the same name above). The members were Mike Purkhiser (guitar/vocals), Brent Warren (bass), and Cliff Bryant (drums). They released three singles: "Get Back to Me", "Radio Music", and "She's Got My Heart". Warren and Purkhiser later worked with indie pop musician Scott McCarl.
5. late 60's garage band from New Zealand
Brain
The Action Lyrics
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And You Dont Have Long To Go
Remember Me, Remember Me
Cuz Im The One Who Made You See
Remember Me
Hang Your Brain, Up In The Sky
Hang It Up, Hang It High
Remember Me, Remember Me
Cuz Im The One Who Made You See
Remember Me
Take Your Brain, Its Time To Go
And You Dont Have Long To Go
Remember Me, Remember Me
Cuz Im The One Who Made You See
Remember Me
Take Your Brain, Its Time To Go
And You Dont Have Long You Know
Remember Me, Remember Me
Cuz Im The One Who Made You See
Remember Me
The lyrics to The Action's song "Brain" appear to be a haunting meditation on mortality, loss, and the fragility of life. The repeated refrain to "remember me" echoes in the mind, creating a sense of urgency and importance. The opening lines instruct the listener to "take your brain" and that "it's time to go." This implies that the song's message is to seize the moment and make the most of one's life while one still can.
The next few lines "and you don't have long to go" add a somber note to the lyrics. The idea that time is running out is emphasized again later in the song when it warns "you don't have long you know." This urgency is further amplified by the repetition of the phrase "remember me." The emphasis on memory suggests that the singer wants to leave a lasting mark on the listener's psyche or even on the world.
The second verse follows a similar pattern, instructing the listener to "hang your brain up in the sky" and "hang it high." The metaphor of hanging one's brain suggests that the singer wants the listener to lift their thoughts and aspirations to greater heights. The repetition of the refrain once again reinforces the importance of remembering the singer's message. Overall, the lyrics of "Brain" create an eerie yet powerful call to action that reminds us to make the most of our time on this earth.
Line by Line Meaning
Take Your Brain, Its Time To Go
It is time for you to depart and leave everything in your mind behind.
And You Dont Have Long To Go
Your time is limited and finite.
Remember Me, Remember Me
Recall and keep in mind who I am.
Cuz Im The One Who Made You See
I am the one who helped you realize the truth.
Hang Your Brain, Up In The Sky
Elevate your thoughts and ideas, let them soar high.
Hang It Up, Hang It High
Suspend your mind in the open air, leaving behind the mundane world.
Take Your Brain, Its Time To Go
Your mind must depart now, let it go.
And You Dont Have Long To Go
Your time is limited, and you must take action now or regret it later.
Remember Me, Remember Me
Always keep me in your memory and do not forget who I am.
Cuz Im The One Who Made You See
I am the one who exposed you to new concepts and changed your worldview.
Take Your Brain, Its Time To Go
You must let go of everything you have learned and experienced.
And You Dont Have Long You Know
You are aware that time is fleeting, and you need to act swiftly.
Remember Me, Remember Me
Do not forget who I am or the impact I had on your life.
Cuz Im The One Who Made You See
I am the one who helped you perceive things differently.
Contributed by Charlie M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.