The group provides diverse sounds: art-rock, heavy-metal, acoustic folk-ballads, industrial riffs, etc, and Bill Gage continuously refines and re-works his vocal improvisations.
BILL's approach to songwriting is always in flux. The first album BEATLES CHINESE was shaped by a series of challenges the band gave Bill Gage: first to name the songs he wanted to do, and then to sing them, as the band figured out what to play, and each song was quickly recorded. The backing tracks for BILL's second record BAT MAN were recorded in advance. Bill Gage listened to the tracks, sang over them, and then named the songs (and the record).
Live, the BILL show presents a sonic kaleidoscope of punk, psychedelia, pop, and hard rock, Bill Gage tying it all together using his incredible voice and edge-of-the-seat performance (with theatrical touches like the cape he wears for "STEVE PEPPER"). Between songs Mr. Gage chats with the crowd, announcing the next song and letting the audience know they're about to hear something "REALLY GREAT". While some of his words are not always clear, his intentions are obvious and the crowd stays right with him. Bill Gage is a mild-mannered gentleman, until he has a mic in his hand: "LET'S ROCK AND ROLL!"
The band includes Daren Follower (drums), Gaylen Moore (bass), and guitarists Eric Morin, Greg Ansin, and Mr. Gage's brother, john. Past members include Paul Desjarlais of Pseudonym (1987-91), Stephin Merritt of The Magnetic Fields (1987), and David M. Curry of Empty House Coöperative (1996-2000). BILL are working on a new record.
A jazz-pop band called "bill" is from San Diego, California and was possibly started in the 1990s (information about this bands history is scarce). The albums of the San Diego "bill" are called "End of the Hits" and "Birthday Suit."
Another band called "Bill", this one playing "alternative rock", are from Mexico City, Mexico. Even fewer pieces of information can be found about this group, but they have professional studio recordings and are playing regularly.
Also there is a Leamington, UK based 3 piece punk band under the name of Bill.
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Bill Lyrics
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It's not warm when she's away
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And she's always gone too long
Anytime she goes away
Wonder this time where she's gone
Wonder if she's gone to stay
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
And I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know, I know, I know, I know
I know, I know
Hey, I oughta leave young thing alone
But ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
Only darkness every day
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
And this house just ain't no home
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
Anytime she goes away
The song Ain't No Sunshine, written by Bill Withers in 1971, describes the feelings of loneliness and despair that one experiences when a loved one is absent. The repetition of "ain't no sunshine" emphasizes the darkness and emptiness that one is left with when that special person is gone. The lack of warmth when she's away emphasizes the importance of the person's presence and their ability to bring light and love into one's life.
The artist wonders where she's gone and if she's gone to stay, indicating that her absence is painful and he's unsure of the future. The line "And this house just ain't no home" adds to the melancholy feeling of the song, making it clear that even the physical space he's in feels empty without her presence.
The lyrics "Hey, I oughta leave young thing alone / But ain't no sunshine when she's gone" suggest that he knows he shouldn't be with this person for whatever reason, but he can't help but feel the unbearable pain of her absence. Overall, the song is about the deep longing one feels for someone who brings them happiness and meaning but is no longer present in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Ain't no sunshine when she's gone
The days are dark and gloomy without her presence
It's not warm when she's away
The house feels cold and unwelcoming when she is not around
And she's always gone too long
Her absence is always longer than expected
Anytime she goes away
Whenever she leaves, everything feels barren and desolate
Wonder this time where she's gone
Curiosity about her whereabouts builds up every time she leaves
Wonder if she's gone to stay
The idea of her leaving permanently is unsettling and nerve-wracking
And this house just ain't no home
The absence of her warm, homely touch makes the house seem lifeless and devoid of comfort
And I know, I know, I know, I know
The feeling of her absence is an all too familiar one
Hey, I oughta leave young thing alone
Despite knowing that he should, he can't bring himself to leave her or let go of the relationship
Only darkness every day
Without her light and positivity, everyday events appear bleak and dull
Anytime she goes away
Each time she leaves, the sense of emptiness and lonliness is recurrent
Anytime she goes away
No matter the situation, her absence brings with it a melancholic feeling
Anytime she goes away
Her presence is what makes everything feel alright and without it, nothing seems the same
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bill Withers
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digital pamuk
Bosnians are not aware how big Billain and Boris Stapic are. We are proud they are ours ❤ This is pure art. Umjetnost to the fullest. A gift from a small city of Sarajevo, to the universe.
Di40u
I really can not imagine how it is possible such a small nation to give birth to SO MANY talented musicians...
Dubioza, Kultur Shock, Billain, Solomun, Satori (not quite sure he's bosinan or serb)...
Поклон!
Tarek Wayne
You should be VERY proud indeed.
Ben Polaster
Beautifully said! Matches the song
INAOdnb
these words really took me
Vaš prijatelj
@Di40u also Jala and Buba they are different types of music but they are worldwide too.
Uma Nema
There are no questions about the brilliance and unique vision of Adis, but what a titanic job these guys have done, incredible!
My compliments to the whole team. Keep it up!
DOYOUTHINKMYUSERNAMEISTOOLONG?
Insane, never stop creating ❤️
DOYOUTHINKMYUSERNAMEISTOOLONG?
Congrats on the adult swim feature billain, well deserved for all the people involved in this project ❤️👏🏻
Con-Z-epT
No words can describe what has been achieved here. I feel unworthy.