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Following tours with The Cult, New Order, and the Smiths as Drummer with Factory Records band Lavolta Lakota Mike Simmi left to form BFG in Summer 1985. Joined by BJ Williams on vocals , Keith Lambert on Bass , Acky On Guitar and El Thomas on Samples also Andy Clegg from the Chameleons also played Guitar with BFG. BFG began to make a name for themselves Basing the BFG sound around a thumping bass line and screaming guitars. BFG were then joined by Andy Whittaker, one of the guitarists in The Sun And The Moon. On hearing the early demos , Joy Division and New Order bassist Pete Hook invited the band to support New Order On their Summer 1986 Tour. This tour coincided with BFG's first release The 12" single "Paris"c/w "Amelia". The limited edition sold out within 1st week of release and was quickly hailed as a "goth" classic BFG's first Headlining show in home town Manchester was with the Stone Roses as support and even at this early stage were being compared with Joy Division for the intensity of their live performance. Also the band were starting to gain the reputation of being seen as "difficult" as far as the press were concerned. During the late 80's the Band completed very few interviews and even today still refuse to play by the media's rules. The line up changed for the next 2 E.P.s with Steve Craig Replacing B.J. Williams and Paul Batheram replacing Acky on Guitar. Western Sky E.P. and Higher Than Heaven........is was recorded with the new line up with Mick Mercer from Melody Maker stating " The Greatest Indie Single Of The Year Is BFG's Higher Than Heaven" The Album Fathoms was released in 1988 At this time BFG were also joined by Utah Saints "third member" Guy Hatton. Following the release of Fathoms BFG gaining a fanatical following in Germany and West Coast America. At this time BFG were joining by Utah Saints producer Guy Hatton.This culminated in BFG playing at the Loreley Stadium , on the Banks of The River Rhine, in front of 15,000 German fans, the only time that BFG were "officially" caught on Video .............well worth tracking down if you can. The Original BFG line up reformed in 1989 and recorded what many feel was the definitive BFG album. Blue was released in 1990 and with its mixture of loops and driving guitars mixed with B.J. Williams vocals, always threatening to explode, it set the musical agenda that the like's of Rammstien have since followed. The Band Finally Called It A Day 1991..........The band have reformed and a album was due for release last year, however this is now to be released 2010 and will be entitled "Pulling Wings From Butterflies"
[2] B.F.G. is an abbreviation for the noiscore/grindcore band Biosteel Fuelled Grindcore. B.F.G. is based out of Toronto, Canada. B.F.G. released a full length, 2-sided, limited edition, cassette tape called 20 Songs. B.F.G. was signed under the record label known as Bleach Mojito.
Firefly
B.F.G. Lyrics
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Firelies are dancing in the sky
Fireflies are dancing in the sky
We are camping in the forest in the middle of July
And the fireflies are lighting up the sky
Oh oh oh
Sweet summer breeze is passing through the trees
No sound but the rustling of the leaves
I hold my sister's hand we don't dare to breathe
Summer breeze is passing through the trees
Oh oh oh
Sleeping underneath a million stars
Far away from buses, trains and cars
We are soaring in my dreams from Jupiter to Mars
We're sleeping underneath a million stars
Oh oh oh
In B.F.G.'s song Firefly, the opening lyrics depict a group of people camping in the forest in the middle of July and seeing the beauty of fireflies glowing in the sky. The fireflies represent nature's beauty and the sense of awe that can come from seeing the little miracles of life unfold before our eyes. The repetition of the line "Fireflies are dancing in the sky" emphasizes this idea and reinforces the importance of taking the time to appreciate and enjoy the simple things in life.
As the song progresses, the focus turns to the peacefulness of the camping experience. The gentle breeze passing through the trees creates a serene atmosphere with only the rustling of leaves to be heard. The singer holds their sister's hand, adding to the tranquility of the moment. The lyrics convey a feeling of contentment that comes from being in nature with loved ones and cherishing the beauty around us.
The final verse of the song paints a picture of sleeping under a starry sky that feels endless. The lyrics suggest a sense of freedom and adventure as we escape from our usual routines and connect with something bigger than us. This idea is emphasized by the final line, "We're sleeping underneath a million stars," which reinforces the notion that we are a tiny part of a vast universe.
Line by Line Meaning
Fireflies are dancing in the sky
The singer sees fireflies glowing in the sky while camping in the forest in July.
We are camping in the forest in the middle of July
The singer is camping in the forest with companions during the month of July.
And the fireflies are lighting up the sky
The fireflies' lights are illuminating the sky and mesmerizing the singer.
Sweet summer breeze is passing through the trees
The singer is enjoying a gentle, warm breeze that drifts through the trees.
No sound but the rustling of the leaves
The only sound is the rustling of the leaves in the forest.
I hold my sister's hand we don't dare to breathe
The singer holds their sister's hand and both remain quiet to enjoy the peaceful moment.
Summer breeze is passing through the trees
The soft summer breeze continues to blow through the trees and offer solace.
Sleeping underneath a million stars
The singer and companions are sleeping beneath the vast, bright expanse of the starry heavens.
Far away from buses, trains and cars
The singer is enjoying a quiet and remote location, free from intrusive public transit.
We are soaring in my dreams from Jupiter to Mars
The singer and companions are allowing their imaginations to run wild and dream of far-off space exploration.
We're sleeping underneath a million stars
The group is still asleep outside, under the glimmering night sky.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ben Gundersheimer
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