When the history of postmodern dance music is written he is ubiquitous: his visions, his stylistic versatility and open mindedness had a huge influence on the development of global dance culture. Very early on, he experimented with acid house and helped pioneer the style that was later called jungle and drum'n'bass. Fiercely independent he's preparing himself for a string of new releases, the launch of his online shop and touring worldwide.
The Manchester scene in the late 80s radiated from the Hacienda. It was a place which grew to be a breeding ground for the likes of Laurent Garnier and Chemical Brothers and in the Summer of Love the Hacienda had a theme tune called Voodoo Ray. It was A Guy Called Gerald's first release in 1988 and became a seminal classic that put British house music firmly on the map. As part of 808 State’s first incarnation he co-produced another Hacienda classic, Pacific State. He soon decided to concentrate on his solo project and toured worldwide (and with a quarter of a ton of equipment!) performing live.
In the early 90s he launched his own label Juice Box and released a series of 12"s that were the blueprint to what would become jungle. In 1992 he compiled these releases into the proto jungle classic "28 Gun Bad Boy" album. In 1995 he followed up with the definitive "Black Secret Technology" to critical acclaim. Black Secret Technology featured Finley's Rainbow with vocals by Finley Quaye and a collaboration with Goldie. Finley's Rainbow featured Finley Quaye who later re-released the tune on his debut album. In 2005 Knowledge Magazine ranked "28 Gun Bad Boy" EP was as the No. 1 jungle single of all time. His sound was an inspiration to many - Goldie, LTJ Bukem and DJ Krust have all stated his influence.
But never wanting to be stereotyped into any particular style of music his sound continued to develop. In 2000 he signed with !K7 Records and released "Essence" with guest vocals from singer/songwriter Wendy Page, Lady Kier and Finley Quaye. In 2005 the down tempo "To All Things What They Need". In 2005 he launched his Sugoi and Protechson labels. His latest album "Proto Acid / The Berlin Sessions" was released on Berlin's Laboratory Instinct label.
In 2006 he released "Proto Acid - The Berlin Sessions" album and in 2010 the follow up "Tronic Jazz - The Berlin Sessions" - on Berlin's boutique Laboratory Instinct label.
In July 2008 a remastered edition of the jungle classic “Black Secret Technology” was reissued. And in August of the same year “In Ya Head feat. Mia” came out on Berlin’s favourite Perlon Records.
2012 sees a new EP "How Long Is Now" out on Bosconi Records.
He continues to tour bringing his studio into the clubs worldwide.
Alien Report
A Guy Called Gerald Lyrics
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Pear-shaped head,
A chalky grey-white complexion,
Wanted for a fifteen year record of caddle mutilation, vandalism, and abduction,
Last reported: seen flying a grey metallic saucer-shaped vehicle
Suspect is still at large
The lyrics to A Guy Called Gerald's song Alien Report describe a wanted alien suspect who is being searched for due to their criminal activities, including cattle mutilation, vandalism, and abduction. The alien's appearance is described as having hairless skin, large flashing black eyes, and a pear-shaped head with a chalky grey-white complexion. The suspect has been last seen flying a grey metallic saucer-shaped vehicle and is still at large, making the search for them ongoing.
The lyrics to Alien Report touch on themes of the unknown, the otherworldly and the mysterious. They describe an extraterrestrial being who remains at large, wanted for a string of crimes, and whose appearance is incredibly unusual by human standards. The use of descriptive language and specifics such as the fifteen years of criminal activity suggests a sense of realism, blurring the line between fact and fiction, and immersing the listener in the world of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Hairless, large flashing black eyes,
The suspect is described as having no hair, with noticeably large and flashing black eyes.
Pear-shaped head,
The suspect is identified as having a head that is wider at the bottom resembling the shape of a pear.
A chalky grey-white complexion,
The suspect’s skin complexion is a chalky greyish-white.
Wanted for a fifteen year record of caddle mutilation, vandalism, and abduction,
The suspect is wanted for his involvement in series of alleged criminal activities which include mutilation of cattle, vandalism and abduction over the past fifteen years.
Last reported: seen flying a grey metallic saucer-shaped vehicle
The last known sighting of the suspect was reported while he was flying in a grey, metallic saucer-shaped vehicle.
Suspect is still at large
The suspect is still on the run and has not been captured yet.
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