Their first album "Stiletto" was released on New Regard Media. For the second record, BENt hooked up with Clickpop Records to create Apparition!. It was tracked in August of 2007 at Jackpot! Studios in Portland, and was engineered Adam Pike. Don Slack, of Seattle's KEXP-FM, praised the new record as “a fierce blend of loud, buzzing guitars, spooky organ lines, pummeling rhythms, gravelly, shouted vocals, and horror-inspired lyrics.” Set to be released in April of 2009 is a split 12" with their friends The Russians (released on Krazy Keith records, with assistance from Clickpop Records).
Black Eyes & Neckties have toured regionally, and are especially popular both in the Pacific Northwest and, to a certain extent in the Southwest as well, having swung through Arizona and New Mexico several times. The band has a reputation for giving theatrical performances filled with dark showmanship and unpredictable antics. Wearing tattered, bloodstained clothes, torn ties, and blackened eyes, their graveyard aesthetic is not only visually engaging, but is also enmeshed in both the lyrics and tone of their music. They have even been known to spray (fake) blood on themselves during the show, occasionally splattering the crowd making for a chaotic spectacle with a manic soundtrack.
Black Eyes & Neckties have been a band since October 2002. Current members of the band are Bradley Horror (vocals), Ryan Cadaver (guitar), Davey Crypt (Drums), Brenda Grimm (Organ), Josh Homicide (guitar) and "The Fist" (bass, recently replacing Benny Bloodbath). They enjoy long van rides, gallons of whiskey, clever word play, swimming pool tours of America, gas station leg drumming, eating safeway manwiches, reading mid-90's playboys, and making fun of each other. They are also to be found under the alternate (and less preferred) spelling Black Eyes And Neckties
Night After Night
Black Eyes & Neckties Lyrics
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Feel the beat, is pounding in your ears
Here, in the now, there is no past, no future
what you're going to face is the hardest part
all you can do is to get
Through this darkest night baby
just keep fighting 'til you'll see the dawn
Don't give up hope, you're so close to the final lap
The search is almost over
all your life you wanted something more
never asked, just wanted to gain it by yourself
spit out blood to reach your goal, day by day
all you must do is to get-
through this darkest night
just keep fighting 'til you'll see the dawn
don't give up hope, you're so close to the final lap
search is almost over
just keep fighting 'til you'll see the dawn
don't give up hope, you're so close to the breakthrough
make your choice, listen to your heart
once you're out there will be no turning back
let's begin the change here
be the brave you are!
The lyrics of Black Eye's song "Darkest Night" convey a message of perseverance and determination in the face of challenges and adversity. The song starts by emphasizing the intensity of the moment, with the pounding beat symbolizing the intensity of the situation. The lyrics suggest that in the present, there is no room for dwelling on the past or worrying about the future. Instead, the focus is on the difficult task at hand.
The song suggests that facing this challenge is the hardest part, but the only option is to keep pushing forward. The phrase "get through this darkest night" alludes to the notion that even in the most challenging times, there is always a glimmer of hope. The lyrics encourage the listener not to give up hope, as they are close to reaching the end, indicated by the mention of the final lap and the search being almost over.
The second verse delves into the individual's desire for something more in life, highlighting their willingness to work hard and sacrifice to achieve their goals. The mention of "spit out blood to reach your goal, day by day" suggests the physical and emotional toll the journey has taken. However, the lyrics remind the listener to keep fighting until they see the dawn, as they are so close to a breakthrough.
The song concludes with a call to action, urging the listener to make a choice and listen to their heart. Once they step out of their comfort zone and embrace the change, there can be no turning back. The lyrics celebrate bravery and encourage the listener to be true to themselves and embrace the challenges they face.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel the beat, is pounding in your ears
Embrace the rhythm, let it consume you
Here, in the now, there is no past, no future
Forget about what has already happened or what is yet to come
what you're going to face is the hardest part
The upcoming challenges will test your strength
all you can do is to get
Just keep moving forward
Through this darkest night baby
In the midst of this difficult time
just keep fighting 'til you'll see the dawn
Don't give up until you reach the moment of clarity and hope
Don't give up hope, you're so close to the final lap
Maintain faith, victory is within reach
The search is almost over
Your quest for something greater is nearly complete
all your life you wanted something more
You have always desired a deeper purpose
never asked, just wanted to gain it by yourself
You were determined to achieve it on your own, without seeking help
spit out blood to reach your goal, day by day
You were willing to endure pain and hardship in your pursuit
all you must do is to get-
Your only task is to continue pushing forward
just keep fighting 'til you'll see the dawn
Persist in your efforts until you find hope and clarity
don't give up hope, you're so close to the final lap
Hold onto hope, as victory is just within reach
search is almost over
Your quest is nearing its conclusion
just keep fighting 'til you'll see the dawn
Continue fighting until you find clarity and hope
don't give up hope, you're so close to the breakthrough
Maintain hope, as a major success is just around the corner
make your choice, listen to your heart
Decide your path by following your intuition
once you're out there will be no turning back
Once you embark, there is no option to retreat
let's begin the change here
Let's initiate the transformation in this very moment
be the brave you are!
Embrace your courage and face the challenges with determination
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Luca Princiotta, Mattia Gosetti, Valeriano De Zordo
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