In 1991, taking the name derived from the Philip K. Dick sci-fi novel "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? (later to become the movie Bladerunner) they were influenced by the films dark,futuristic and other worldly themes and formed Big Electric Cat.
Following several changes in the bands line-up,it was not until 1993 they were joined by local bassist David Block and that the current band was born.Their live drummer was dropped in favour of a drum machine "Dr Ruth" named after the famous US sex therapist.
After sell out gigs across Australia the band recorded their 4 track demo "Suspira". After a chance meeting with the owner of Phantom Records in Sydney, he suggested sending their demo to the newly formed Goth label Cleopatra Records in Los Angeles.
They were offered a three album deal.
The band's first full album was titled "Dreams of a Mad King" and was released in 1994. Recorded at Damien Gerrard Studios in Sydney it contains the songs "Christabel", "Orchid Dreaming", "Paris Skyes" and "Red Roses" which defined their sound and since its release, has become a classic across the USA and Europe.
On the suggestion of Cleopatra label boss Brian Pereira the second release by the band was the seven track remix EP Burning Embers overseen by electronic guru Uberzone and was released in October 1995.
In 1997 the band embarked on the massive Congregation Tour of the USA with labelmates Christian Death and Switchblade Symphony.
On their return to Australia Deborah Denton left the band and Paul and David continued to record the second full length album "Eyelash".
Released in August 1997,the songs took a darker,electronic journey-the classic title track was dedicated to the recent death of Paul's father.
With more live commitments and increasing popularity William Jackson was recruited for keyboard duties, and when David Block quit unexpectedly later that year, he was replaced by maven Damien Gillette on bass.
Big Electric Cat were among one of the first handful Australian Gothic bands to break through to the USA.
Big Electric Cat's music continues to be released to a new generation of fans.
My Last Breath
Big Electric Cat Lyrics
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As your eyes caught fire
You speak to me of ancient times
But I can't hear you
I can't hear you
A hidden door that never closes
Keeps the angels at bay
Whispers in your sleeping hours
And one last breath before I fade
To dust and simply melt away
A mirror cracked and faded
Reflections made of stone
And light that shines within your eyes
Dissolve in shadows once again
So picture here a burning room
Where lovers die in cold embrace
The creeping hands of time decay
Blood and kisses turn to hate
And one last breath before I fade
To dust and simply melt away
And one last breath before I fade
To dust and simply melt away
Stranger things hide in human guise
Than reside in the valleys of hell
These lyrics to Big Electric Cat's song My Last Breath describe a surreal, otherworldly experience. The singer is speaking to someone who is in the midst of a strange, mystical transformation. Their "howling wing" and "eyes caught fire" suggest they are undergoing a metamorphosis, and they speak of "ancient times" and "whispers in your sleeping hours" that the singer can't hear. This mystical, surreal world is depicted through this imagery.
The song then goes on to describe a mysterious room where lovers die in cold embrace, and time decays everything, transforming love and affection into hate. The chorus repeats the line "And one last breath before I fade to dust and simply melt away," suggesting that this transformation may be the end of their existence in a literal or metaphorical sense.
The final line, "Stranger things hide in human guise than reside in the valleys of hell," plays on the idea that human beings are mysterious and complex, and that there is more to us than meets the eye. This line provides some insight into the overall themes of the song, which seem to center around transformation, mystery, and the hidden depths of human nature.
Overall, the lyrics to My Last Breath are deeply poetic and evoke a sense of mystical, otherworldly mystery. The song's themes of transformation and the hidden depths of humanity are intriguing, and the imagery used throughout the song is vivid and evocative.
Line by Line Meaning
A howling wing blew through your mouth
You spoke fiercely and with conviction
As your eyes caught fire
Your eyes lit up with passion and emotion
You speak to me of ancient times
You talk about the past with a sense of nostalgia
But I can't hear you
I am unable to truly understand or connect with your words
A hidden door that never closes
There is always a part of you that remains hidden
Keeps the angels at bay
You keep your emotions and inner thoughts guarded and protected
Whispers in your sleeping hours
Your dreams reveal things about yourself that you may not even be aware of
That never lie or fade away
These truths about yourself are constant and always present
And one last breath before I fade
As I come to the end of my life, I take one final breath
To dust and simply melt away
I will pass away and my physical body will disintegrate
A mirror cracked and faded
The reflection of yourself that you once knew has begun to deteriorate
Reflections made of stone
Your perception of yourself has become rigid and unchanging
And light that shines within your eyes
The happiness and joy that once radiated within you
Dissolve in shadows once again
Has been replaced by uncertainty and darkness
So picture here a burning room
Imagine a scene of chaos and destruction
Where lovers die in cold embrace
Even the most passionate of relationships can turn cold and lifeless
The creeping hands of time decay
Time erodes all things, including love and passion
Blood and kisses turn to hate
Intense emotions can easily turn from love to hate
Stranger things hide in human guise
People often hide their true selves, and there are many surprises and secrets to discover
Than reside in the valleys of hell
Even the most terrifying and awful things in existence cannot match the complexity of the human spirit
Contributed by Gabriel G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nico Lento
One of those bands that released little gems that are like treasures once found again. Thank you for the upload...
deadman1313666
grew up with this, still an awesome song...thanks for the upload
Dylan Massey
Somehow completely missed this all those years ago, had their earlier stuff in high school.
Charity B
♡
Tristan Young
Sound s like the mission