Stanier's drum setup is defined by both its bright yellow color and its extremely high Zildjian K ride cymbal, arguably the band's most distinctive visual trademarks. He believes the ride cymbal is overused in drumming, so he wanted to make it more of an effort to play it, forcing himself to jump up from his seat to hit it during live performances.
The band released two EPs and a single in 2004, each on a different record label (Cold Sweat, Monitor and Dim Mak); all three releases were packaged together in a reissue on Warp in 2006. With hype built up around their initial EPs and the "Atlas" single (which included a remix by DJ Koze), Battles released their debut album Mirrored via Warp on May 14, 2007 to substantial critical acclaim. "Tonto" was later issued as a single in October, its accompanying video directed by design group United Visual Artists and then soon bundled with an EP that featured remixes by Four Tet and The Field.
Gloss Drop, the band's sophomore album, was released on June 6, 2011 (again on Warp), anchored by singles "Ice Cream" and "My Machines". In lieu of the departed Braxton, several guest vocalists were brought in: Chilean DJ/producer Matias Aguayo on "Ice Cream", British singer/musician Gary Numan on "My Machines", Japanese musician Kazu Makino (of Blonde Redhead) on "Sweetie & Shag", and Japanese vocalist/multi-instrumentalist Yamantaka Eye (of Boredoms) on "Sundome". Like its predecessor the album was met with positive reviews, with many critics praising the guest vocal spots.
A four-part remix album series via Warp entitled Dross Glop arrived in the spring of 2012 (later bundled into a compilation), featuring interpretations of Gloss Drop's tracklist by Gui Boratto, The Field, The Alchemist, Shabazz Palaces, Kode9 (owner of Hyperdub), Silent Servant (of Sandwell District), Kangding Ray, Hans-Joachim Roedelius (as Qluster), Brian DeGraw (of Gang Gang Dance), Hudson Mohawke, Patrick Mahoney & Dennis McNany (also known as Museum of Love), and Yamantaka Eye.
In 2015, following a characteristically extended break of writing and recording, Battles announced their third album entitled La Di Da Di, to be released by Warp on September 18, 2015. They debuted four songs including lead track "The Yabba" on a livestream in August.
Battles' fourth album, Juice B Crypts, was released on October 18, 2019.
Ice Cream
Battles Lyrics
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Like a
Like a right, right, right!
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Simple yes my friend!
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Simple yes my friend!
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Like a right, right, right!
Dame un helado derritiéndose
My momma, overnight, night, night
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Simple yes my friend!
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Simple yes my friend!
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
Dame un helado derritiéndose
Dame un helado derritiéndose
The lyrics to Battles's song "Ice Cream" are repetitive and nonsensical, creating a hypnotic effect on the listener. The song's opening lines, "Like a tight, tight, tight! Like a right, right, right!" are sung with urgency, building up the energy of the song. The repeated phrase "Dame un helado derritiéndose" means "give me a melting ice cream" in Spanish, adding a playful and tongue-in-cheek element to the song. The phrase is repeated throughout the song, creating a sort of call-and-response effect between the lead singer and the listener.
The middle section of the song features the phrase "My momma, overnight, night, night" which seems to be a non-sequitur and adds to the overall surreal and absurd feeling of the song. The lyrics continue to repeat "Dame un helado derritiéndose" until the end of the song, with the addition of "Simple yes my friend!", which reinforces the simplicity and catchy nature of the song.
Overall, "Ice Cream" is a fun and lighthearted song that doesn't take itself too seriously. It's a song that is meant to be enjoyed for its catchy beat and playful lyrics, rather than dissected for deeper meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a tight, tight, tight!
The singer describes the experience of a tight squeeze, possibly referring to the overwhelming feeling of craving ice cream.
Dame un helado derritiéndose
The singer asks for a melting ice cream, possibly emphasizing the importance of getting the treat before it's too late.
Simple yes my friend!
The singer suggests that getting ice cream is a simple and easy task, and encourages his friend to indulge in the same pleasure.
My momma, overnight, night, night
The singer remembers his mother giving him ice cream, possibly highlighting the nostalgia and joy associated with the treat.
Dame un helado
The singer repeats the request for ice cream, emphasizing the persistence of his craving.
Dame un helado derritiéndose
The singer reiterates his desire for a melting ice cream, possibly emphasizing the urgency in satisfying his craving.
Simple yes my friend!
The singer once again encourages his friend to join in the simple and enjoyable experience of getting ice cream.
Dame un helado derritiéndose, dame un helado
The singer repeats the request for a melting ice cream and emphasizes the importance of satisfying his craving.
Dame un helado derritiéndose
The singer concludes the song with a final request for a melting ice cream, emphasizing the ultimate satisfaction and pleasure that comes with indulging in the treat.
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MATIAS AGUAYO, IAN T WILLIAMS, JOHN D STANIER, DAVID KONOPKA
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