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1) Anvil is a Canadian heavy metal band who has influenced many musical groups including Slayer and Metallica. The band's history is chronicled in the 2009 documentary Anvil! The Story of Anvil.
2) Anvil is a1970s German heavy prog psych band.
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1) - The roots of Anvil began in April 1973 in Toronto, when high school friends Steve "Lips" Kudlow and Robb Reiner began playing music together. They met through friend, guitarist and neighbour Marty Hoffman, but "musical differences" caused his departure after their first show. It was not until 1978 that the first lineup that was to become Anvil was formed: Steve "Lips" Kudlow (lead vocals, lead guitar), Robb Reiner (drums), Dave Allison (vocals, rhythm guitar) and Ian Dickson (bass).
In 1981, the band released an independent album called Hard 'N Heavy. Shortly after they were signed by Attic Records they changed their name to Anvil and the independent album was released by Attic as their debut album. In 1987 they were approached by American label Metal Blade Records. They released three records with Metal Blade Records starting with Strength Of Steel. Strength of Steel was the group's most commercially successful record in the United States, peaking at #191 on the Billboard 200. Anvil were then picked up by Maximum Records, an independent Canadian label that was formed by Helix's manager-at-the-time William Seip. From 1996 they were signed by Hypnotic Records in Canada and Massacre Records in Germany. In 2001, the band recorded "Plenty of Power" and continued touring in which Kudlow remarked "We'll play gigs sometimes where there's no one there".
In 2006, the band recorded with Chris Tsangarides, who previously produced their 1982 album Metal on Metal. The CD was released as This is Thirteen in 2007. The album is available exclusively from the band's official website. KNAC reviewed the album saying that "despite its good intentions, is lacking something solid," and concluded it was a "shame because half of the album rocked solid balls of awesomeness when performed live."
The band's history has been documented in the film Anvil! The Story of Anvil released in 2009. The film has received high praise which has put Anvil back into the public consciousness, propelling them to playing several festivals including the Download Festival in 2009. Rolling Stone called the movie "the year’s most praised rock doc." The band played “Cat Scratch Fever” with Slash and Anthrax’s Scott Ian at the Sundance Film Festival where the movie premiered.
In 2009, Bantam Press released the book Anvil: The Story of Anvil authored by Kudlow and Reiner with a foreword by Slash. On March 28, 2009 Kudlow and Reiner were the featured guests on VH1 Classic's That Metal Show. From June to July 2010, Anvil went on a tour of Europe, selling out venues in the UK, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands, as well as festivals in Finland, Sweden, France, Italy and Germany.
The band released 'Juggernaut of Justice', their 14th studio album, on May 10, 2011, care of The End Records. Following the release of the album the band completed yet more tours in Europe and North America, often playing alongside artists such as Alice Cooper and Saxon. The band released a new greatest hits album Monument of Metal: The Very Best of Anvil. Anvil also started re-releasing their old material, starting with Strength of Steel, Pound For Pound, and Worth the Weight later that same year.
In January 2012, bassist Glenn Gyorffy quit Anvil, citing creative differences. He was replaced by Sal Italiano, late of Iron Maiden tribute band Live After Death. Anvil embarked on a 2012 Winter Tour of the US and, in May 2013, released 'Hope in Hell', a studio recording produced by Bob Marlette. At this point, the band had signed with Steamhammer, which would release its next two albums. Anvil toured to promote the new album; they opened for Metallica in Singapore, played Wacken Open Air in Germany, swung through Australia and, in 2014, went on an extensive US tour. In 2014, Raven Banner Entertainment released Louder Than Hell: Wacken, The Movie, a collector's edition DVD of the Wacken concert, featuring Alice Cooper, Anthrax, Anvil, Annihilator, Deep Purple, Henry Rollins, Lamb of God, Motörhead, Rammstein and Trivium. Also in 2014, Anvil parted ways with Sal Italiano and replaced him with Chris Robertson, who was already acting as the band's rehearsal bassist and a member of their road crew.
The album 'Anvil Is Anvil' was released on February 26, 2016; the band toured Europe and Japan in support of it. Anvil continued touring as its seventeenth album, 'Pounding the Pavement', was released on January 19, 2018. Anvil's 18th album, 'Legal at Last', was released on February 14, 2020 by AFM Records. Anvil will be releasing their 19th studio album 'Impact Is Imminent' in May 2022.
2) - Anvil is a1970s German heavy prog psych band, including:
Winfried Borchardt (drums)
Jürgen Ceynowa (bass)
Udo Kamps (rhythm guitar)
Wolfgang Müllers (lead guitar, vocals)
Winfried Zastrau (keyboards, vocals)
Their Mr. Music Man released in 1979, must be one of the last forgotten Krautrock obscurities from the '70.
AC/DC
Anvil Lyrics
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Getting a charge, taking the blame
Resistance is low, gonna blow a fuse
Turn it up babe we got nothing to lose
AC - She'll go either way
DC - She'll blow you away
Hot lover with a loose connection
Thunder & lightning, electricity
She set me at peak intensity
She's got me cumin', got me going
Shorted wires, circuits blowing
She's AC/DC
She is AC/DC
She is AC/DC
Yeah she is, ya know she is
Let me show ya
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Signals just a comin' through
You better look out baby
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Every word I hear
She is AC/DC
Ya know she is AC/DC
She likes it both ways - AC/DC
Oh let me tell ya - AC/DC
Oh right now - AC/DC
Oh yeah - AC/DC
She is AC/DC
The song "ACDC" by Anvil appears to be about a woman who is electric and unpredictable - just like the famous electrical current. The lyrics assert that there's more than one way to play the game, indicating that the woman in question is not restricted to one particular style or mood. It's suggested that the woman can either be AC or DC - alternating current or direct current - which are two different types of electrical currents. Therefore, she is unpredictable, and anything can happen with her because you don't know what current she's decided to take.
It's then suggested that the woman is a "hot lover with a loose connection," which could mean that she is sweet and passionate, but not necessarily monogamous or loyal in her relationships. The verses then describe the singer's experience with her, suggesting that he's been electrified by her energy and intensity. The chorus confirms that the girl is AC/DC, which reiterates her unpredictability and wildness.
Overall, Anvil's "ACDC" could be interpreted as a raunchy love song about a woman who embodies the thrill of electricity. The song sounds like a tribute to the legendary rock band AC/DC, but the lyrics have nothing to do with them, as far as a literal interpretation goes.
Line by Line Meaning
There's more than one way to play the game
Don't be narrow-minded or afraid to try different approaches.
Getting a charge, taking the blame
Taking risks and accepting responsibility for the outcomes.
Resistance is low, gonna blow a fuse
Being on the edge of losing control due to strong emotions or situations.
Turn it up babe we got nothing to lose
Going all out and enjoying oneself without fear of consequences.
AC - She'll go either way
She is sexually open-minded and adventurous.
DC - She'll blow you away
She has a powerfully intense and captivating personality.
Hot lover with a loose connection
She is a passionate lover, but emotionally unpredictable and hard to pin down.
Thunder & lightning, electricity
The intense electricity between them creates a powerful attraction.
She set me at peak intensity
She ignites strong emotions and arousal within him.
She's got me cumin', got me going
She drives him wild with desire and anticipation.
Shorted wires, circuits blowing
Their intense passion may lead to problems or complications.
Signals just a comin' through
They are drawn to each other through subtle signals and chemistry.
You better look out baby
The intensity of their connection may be dangerous or overwhelming.
Every word I hear
He is hyper-focused on her and hangs on every word she says.
She likes it both ways - AC/DC
She enjoys both sides of herself - her sexual fluidity and her intense personality.
Oh let me tell ya - AC/DC
He can't contain his excitement and passion for her.
Oh right now - AC/DC
He is caught up in the intensity of their connection.
Oh yeah - AC/DC
She is all he can think about and focus on.
She is AC/DC
She is a complex and dynamic person who defies traditional labels or stereotypes.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: STEVEN BARRY KUDLOW
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