In 1982, 1919 released a 7" white label promo of Repulsion//Tear Down These Walls, and were subsequently invited to record their first session with John Peel in May that year.[3] 1982 would see the single re-released on Red Rhino Records, as well as the single Caged//After The Fall and the LP Machine.
In 1983, Bassist Hiles was replaced by Steve Madden, and the band recorded their second and final Peel session on May 4.[4] Madden featured on the final recordings of this era, a 7" and 12" version of Cry Wolf//Storm and Cry Wolf//Dream//Storm respectively, which were released on Abstract Records along with the 12" Earth Song EP, released in 1984 after the band's dissolution.[5]
During this period, 1919 had also included Kev Aston (Saxophone) and Sputnik (Paul Drake) (Synthesizer) at various times as part of their ensemble.[2][6]
The Hive / Another Cinema (1984-85)
By the release of Earth Song in 1984, the band had split into two splinter projects, with Reed continuing as 1919 AD before reuniting with Drake to form The Hive. The others became Another Cinema.
Thanks largely to the emergence of streaming sites, the early work of the band continued to generate interest among fans. In 2014, Tighe started working on new material with bass player and vocalist Rio Goldhammer. Their self-released download of Revenge, and accompanying video, came as a surprise to most fans but was received well.
The band performed their first show, headlining Leipzig's Gothic Pogo Festival on Friday, May 22,[11] and began to announce further dates across Europe. On August 30, 2015, it was announced that Reed had returned to the band as their permanent drummer[12] and that, with the addition of Karl Donner on bass, 1919 would once again be a 4-piece, with Goldhammer remaining on vocals. Shortly afterwards, the band released a live session on CD, titled 2015: "The Madness Continues" Sessions, containing songs from their early years alongside four new tracks, which would become the self-released Death Note EP.
In July 2016, 1919 released a promo video for Bloodline, which was to be the title track for their second studio album. The band had signed a deal with Westworld Recordings to release the album but, with a release date not yet set, ventured once again into Europe to promote the single. After the first leg of the tour, the band were forced to cancel most of the remaining shows as Tighe had been diagnosed with cancer on his return home[13]. The band played a final show at Brighton Racecourse's Undercover Festival[14], with Mark's dramatic weight loss making it impossible to travel for extended periods. This would prove to be his final performance.
On 28th January 2017, 1919 announced the tragic news of the passing of their iconic guitarist, aged 56, after his short battle with the cancer. The coming days saw tributes pour in from around the world as the news broke throughout the music press, led by John Robb at Louder Than War[15], and the band published an obituary[16] in four languages on their homepage. With Tighe insistent the band continue indefinitely in his absence, an album-release show was still scheduled for the following week in Leeds. At the last minute, and after careful deliberation despite the insistence from Tighe in his final days, the remaining band decided to press ahead with a memorial performance, with money collected for Marie Curie in Tighe's honor[17].
Bloodline was released on 3rd March and was received well by critics, with Vive le Rock's Pete Woods writing "Good goths come to those that wait" in an 8/10 review.[18] In April the band confirmed that Sam Evans would be their new full-time guitarist, and began touring the new album once again to good reviews[19]. As of October, the band played the last of 19 dates across Europe in Leeds.[20]
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Isolation
1919 Lyrics
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fleeing a sinking ship, throw caution to the wind
the captain blind with alcohol steered straight into a glacier
in nationalist frenzy, shackled to a mast
And I hope your flag keeps you warm
you’ll be a lucky man - enjoy your isolation
thrashing with the drowning rats
a childhood memory – your wedding day (Mazel Tov), your high school graduation
A demagogue is gasping for air a mile deep
see how the mighty fall – even rabid wolves can weep
apostles clutch at dead wood now drifting on the surface
the others fled, so now what? God is dead
Sanctity in a familiar face, never escape from your cage
dressed head to toe in your colours, your windows and doors they stay closed
The lyrics to 1919's song "Isolation" convey a sense of disillusionment and critique towards the actions and mindset of those in power. The verse begins by describing a dire situation, where the temperature is dropping and the tide is rising, symbolizing impending disaster. The line "fleeing a sinking ship, throw caution to the wind" suggests that people are abandoning a doomed situation, disregarding any sense of caution. The next line reveals that the captain, blinded by alcohol, drove the ship directly into a glacier, further emphasizing the reckless decision-making.
The following lines introduce a nationalist frenzy and a metaphorical image of being shackled to a mast, indicating the captivation of individuals by extreme ideologies. The chorus then takes a sarcastic tone, expressing the hope that the flag they hold dear will keep them warm in their isolation. It implies that those who are blindly following divisive ideologies are ultimately isolated from the true realities and consequences of their actions.
The second verse shifts focus to a demagogue, someone who holds power through captivating rhetoric but is now gasping for air a mile deep, suggesting their downfall. The line "even rabid wolves can weep" points out that even the most aggressive and ruthless individuals can experience vulnerability and suffering. The verse continues by highlighting the desperation of followers, clutching at dead wood floating on the surface, showing their desperate search for meaning or guidance after their leader's demise. The verse concludes by questioning the role of God in this situation, hinting at the loss of faith or disillusionment.
The final line about being dressed in one's colors and keeping windows and doors closed portrays an image of someone trapped within their own beliefs and refusing to see beyond their own perspective. It could suggest a sense of stagnation and a lack of willingness to engage with the outside world, thus reinforcing the theme of isolation both physically and metaphorically.
Overall, "Isolation" by 1919 reflects a critical perspective towards the consequences of blind allegiance to extreme ideologies, highlighting the dangers of isolation and the importance of staying open-minded and connected to the realities beyond personal beliefs.
Line by Line Meaning
The temperature is falling, the tide is coming in
As things worsen, the situation is becoming more challenging
Fleeing a sinking ship, throw caution to the wind
Abandoning a failing endeavor without considering the consequences
The captain blind with alcohol steered straight into a glacier
The leader's intoxication led to a disastrous outcome
In nationalist frenzy, shackled to a mast
Caught up in a fervor of patriotism, restricted and bound
And I hope your flag keeps you warm
May your unwavering allegiance bring you comfort
You’ll be a lucky man - enjoy your isolation
Being separated may bring unexpected blessings
Thrashing with the drowning rats
Struggling alongside those in desperate situations
A childhood memory – your wedding day (Mazel Tov), your high school graduation
Reflecting on pivotal moments from the past
Flashes by in seconds – enjoy your isolation
Time passes quickly, savor the solitude
A demagogue is gasping for air a mile deep
A manipulative leader fighting for survival in a dire situation
See how the mighty fall – even rabid wolves can weep
Even the powerful can experience moments of vulnerability
Apostles clutch at dead wood now drifting on the surface
Former followers desperately hold on to futile support
The others fled, so now what? God is dead
With abandonment by their companions, faith is lost
Sanctity in a familiar face, never escape from your cage
Finding solace in familiarity, trapped within one's comfort zone
Dressed head to toe in your colours, your windows and doors they stay closed
Displaying allegiance, yet remaining isolated and closed off from the world
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Karl Donner, Mick Reed, Rio Goldhammer, Sam Evans
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@slavomirstevanovic4418
Fantastično! Pozdrav iz Srbije!
@Sarko_fago
Love this band
@bozbontins
enjoying my isolation!!
@jasonledyard3523
Very Alternative sounding rather than the goth or dark sounds that one would expect
@newkekarmyreee4788
Lords of the new church?