The Disco Biscuits are also well-known for their ability to run long sets together, sometimes even playing their songs backwards, in styles referred to as "inverted" and "dyslexic." An inverted version of a song occurs when the band starts a song by playing its ending segment, followed immediately by its beginning segment and a jam that segues out of that song and into another. A dyslexic song is played the same way as an inverted one, with its main difference being that the pieces of the song are not played consecutively (e.g. ending of 1 -> 2, 3, 4, beginning of 1 -> 5). Another technique employed by the band is a fakeout, which occurs when the band plays a jam that usually leads into one song, but segues into another unexpectedly.
Due to the separation of their segments, dyslexic songs can begin on one night's show and end the next night. The nature of their setlists is both a blessing and a curse; while the myriad variations on their songs are interesting to hardcore fans of the band, it can confuse people who are not already familiar with their catalog. This forces the listener to be immediately willing to immerse themselves in the Disco Biscuits' large catalog, which can prove to be a rather overwhelming task for novices to undertake. On the other hand, many are fascinated by the game of "what song are they going to play next", and are disappointed when their ears are attuned enough to know the answers in advance.
The band has 2 rock operas as part of their catalog: the Hot Air Balloon (written by guitarist Jon Gutwillig) and the Chemical Warfare Brigade (written by bassist Marc Brownstein).
On 11/5/04 The Disco Biscuits announced that drummer Sam Altman was leaving the band to attend medical school. The band had toured only sporadically from the end of the summer of 2003 until Sammy's official departure was confirmed. The band announced that Allen Aucoin would replace Altman as the full-time drummer on 12/12/05, ending months of speculation.
In 2007, the band co-headlined the D.U.M.B. (Disco-Umphrey's McGee-Biscuits) tour with Umphrey's McGee. Bandmembers from both Umphrey's and Bisco have further more found each other in the Brain Damaged Eggmen, a Pink Floyd and Beatles coverband
Discography
* Encephalous Crime (self-released, 1996)
* Uncivilized Area (1998)
* Bisco Lives (2000)
* They Missed the Perfume (2001)
* Señor Boombox (2002)
* TranceFusion Radio Broadcast Vol. 1-4 (2003)
* Wind at Four to Fly (2006)
* Rocket 3 (2007)
* Planet Anthem (2010)
World Is Spinning
The Disco Biscuits Lyrics
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The street is blocked on eather side
A crowed that lingers looking in
Field mullisha
Colt bolt blue
Broken glass on top of streets
Through tv camaras straight to you
And Ohhhhhhhhhhhh
The world is spinning out of control
And Ohhhhhhhhhhhh
The world is spinning out of control
All those wizards
Steal till morning
Wating to turn the bitches round
For a dream that we should build around
Buracrats, double crossing
Alay, full moon into sew
It started long ago
And Ohhhhhhhhhhh
the world is spinning out of control
And Ohhhhhhhhhhh
the world is spinning
Maybe I should think aloud
Turn these words back up side down
On a silver plater
Here you go
and your petals burning on the stove
Ohhhhhhhhhh
the world is spinning out of control
Ohhhhhhhhhh
the world is spinning
The Disco Biscuits's song "World Is Spinning" is a commentary on the chaos and confusion of modern life. The lyrics describe a scene of an ambulance, sirens blaring, carving its way through a crowded city street. People are watching, curious and concerned, as the vehicle speeds past. The street is blocked off and chaos reigns. The imagery created by the lyrics evokes a sense of danger and unease. The repeated refrain of "the world is spinning out of control" emphasizes the sense of disorder that seems to characterize the present moment.
The song then shifts its focus to a group of people referred to as "wizards" who are up all night stealing and waiting for a chance to turn the tables. The lyrics describe a dream that everyone should build around, but suggests that politicians and others in positions of power are double-crossing and corrupt. The line "it started long ago" suggests that these problems are deeply rooted and have been around for a very long time.
The final lines of the song express a sense of disorientation and confusion. The singer wonders if they should think aloud and turn their words upside down. The image of petals burning on a stove is a powerful metaphor for the chaos and destruction of the world. The repeated refrain highlights the sense of turmoil and confusion that characterizes the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Ambulance, sirron spinning
The scene of an emergency is happening, with sirens blaring and an ambulance rushing to save a life.
The street is blocked on eather side
The street is closed and inaccessible, possibly due to the emergency at hand.
A crowed that lingers looking in
There are many people gathered around the scene, watching what is happening.
Field mullisha
This could mean a group of guerrilla fighters, who are skilled and ready for battle.
Colt bolt blue
This could refer to Colt firearms, known for their blue steel finishes, symbolizing violence or aggression.
Broken glass on top of streets
There is shattered glass on the street, indicating that something violent or dangerous has happened.
Through tv camaras straight to you
The events that are unfolding are being broadcasted on television, and the audience is witnessing it firsthand.
And Ohhhhhhhhhhhh
A cry of alarm or anguish.
The world is spinning out of control
The situation is out of hand and unpredictable, and it feels as if the world is in chaos.
All those wizards
This could be a reference to people in positions of power or influence who are manipulating events to their advantage.
Steal till morning
These people are committing crimes and taking advantage of the vulnerable, and they do it all night long.
Wating to turn the bitches round
These people are looking for ways to control or manipulate those who they see as beneath them.
For a dream that we should build around
These people have a vision of what the world should be, and they are willing to do whatever it takes to make that happen.
Buracrats, double crossing
These people are in positions of power, but they are untrustworthy and are working against the common good.
Alay, full moon into sew
This line is unclear, but could possibly mean that the powerful are taking control of the weak, and there is no escape.
It started long ago
The problems we face today are not new, and have been brewing for a long time.
Maybe I should think aloud
Perhaps the artist is questioning whether or not they should share their thoughts or opinions out loud.
Turn these words back up side down
Maybe the singer wants to challenge the status quo and offer new perspectives and ideas.
On a silver plater
This could symbolize that the singer's ideas or thoughts are being offered up on a pedestal, possibly for scrutiny or judgment.
Here you go
The artist is presenting their ideas or thoughts for consideration.
and your petals burning on the stove
This line is unclear, but could possibly mean that something beautiful or delicate is being destroyed.
Ohhhhhhhhhh
A cry of alarm or anguish.
the world is spinning out of control
The situation is out of hand and unpredictable, and it feels as if the world is in chaos.
Contributed by Christian W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.