Mixin… Read Full Bio ↴Black Market Karma are a London based band formed by Stan Belton.
Mixing a bed of 60's pop Guitars with broader flavours of Psychedelia and Fuzzed out tones, their sound has also incorporated touches of Folk, Blues, Traditional Indian Music, Hip Hop influenced Grooves and Electronica.
Heavily into the pursuit of creative freedom at a young age, Stan began to work on the "Cocoon" A place that would later go on to serve as BMK's recording studio and rehearsal space. In the following years he wrote and produced 8 full length albums, often playing all instruments on the recordings including Guitar, Drums, Keys, Sitar, Bass, Harmonica, Vocals and Percussion .
The band began to gain a following in 2012 after the release of their debut "Comatose" for free download via Flower Power Records. They released 3 more albums in the same year: Cocoon, Easy Listening and Semper Fi.
In 2013, via Flower Power Records, the band had their first official physical release in the form of their 4th studio album "Semper Fi" on 180 gram coloured vinyl.
Their track "Weightless" was also included on the 2012 compilation "The Reverb Conspiracy Vol:1" a double vinyl released via London based indie record label Fuzz Club.
The band went on to release 4 more studio albums between 2014 to 2016; Upside Out Inside Down, The Sixth Time Around, Plastic Hippie and Animal Jive.
BMK have had many line up changes over the years but the principle members remain: Stanley, his brother Finley and Louisa Pili.
Lou joined after meeting BMK at a gig in Paris in early 2010. That year ended with her supplying a mix of Percussion, Guitar and Vocals.
Fin had his first experience with the band when he joined them on stage during a tour of Denmark in 2013. He didn't have an instrument at the time but supplied his own unique brand of booze fuelled, improvisational dance at the back of the stage. He later armed himself with a guitar and became a permanent member.
Recent additions include Matt Bruce on Drums and Octave Meynieux on Bass.
Matt's first taste was a little less orthodox: The band had found themselves suddenly drummer-less on the day of a 2014 London show. Matt learned the full set in an hour and got behind the kit, remaining a member ever since.
As for Octave, he is an accomplished multi instrumentalist and friend of the band. When a new member was needed to take up low end duties, he was the natural choice.
Stan has stayed prolific since those first recordings and BMK currently have 6 new records pending release.
Full discography at http://www.blackmarketkarma.com/discography
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Discography
"All That I've Made" EP released 24th July 2011 on Flower Power Records
"Comatose" released 1st January 2012 on Flower Power Records
"Cocoon" released 29th June 2012 on Flower Power Records
"Easy Listening" released 7th September 2012 on Flower Power Records
"Semper Fi" released 20th December 2012 on Flower Power Records
"Semper Fi (viny) released 12 July 2013 on Flower Power Records
"Upside Out Inside Down" released 24th January 2014 on Flower Power Records
"The Sixth Time Around" released 11th December 2015 on Flower Power Records
"Plastic Hippie" released 25th March 2016 on Flower Power Records
"Animal Jive" released 15th July 2016 on Flower Power Records
Click link below to buy "Semper Fi (vinyl)" A double LP, with gatefold sleeve and 180 gram coloured vinyl.
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March
Black Market Karma Lyrics
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If so I hope I wake soon
"How dare you?
I tried hard"
Darling you've got it twisted
And so the truth is spoken
It comes crashing so hard
"I love you" is all I can say
Please tell me I'm dreaming
If so I hope I wake soon
"How dare you? I tried hard"
Darling you've got it twisted
The lyrics to Black Market Karma's song "March" portray a sense of confusion and betrayal within a relationship. The singer begs to be told that they are dreaming, indicating that they cannot believe what is happening. They express hope that they will wake up soon and that what they are experiencing is not real. The line "How dare you? I tried hard" suggests that the singer has put effort into the relationship or situation but has been met with some kind of disappointment or betrayal.
However, the singer then accuses their partner of having "twisted" perspective. This indicates that the singer believes their partner has a warped understanding of the situation at hand. As the song progresses, the singer speaks the truth about how they feel and how the situation has affected them. They plead with their partner not to abandon them, expressing a desire to save the relationship. The repeated line "Please tell me I'm dreaming" suggests that the singer is in denial about the reality of the situation and is struggling to come to terms with it.
Overall, the lyrics of Black Market Karma's "March" explore themes of confusion, betrayal, and denial in relationships. The singer portrays a sense of vulnerability and desperation, as they try to make sense of what has happened to them. The song's catchy melody and haunting vocals add to the emotional depth of the lyrics, and make it a relatable and memorable piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Please tell me I'm dreaming
I'm in disbelief and hoping that this is all just a dream
If so I hope I wake soon
If it is a dream, I want to wake up from it as soon as possible
"How dare you?
I tried hard"
I feel offended that you would reject me after all the effort I put in
Darling you've got it twisted
My perception of reality is distorted and you are misunderstanding the situation
And so the truth is spoken
I am finally being honest about my feelings
It comes crashing so hard
The reality of the situation is hitting me with full force
Please don't throw me away
I'm afraid of being rejected and discarded
"I love you" is all I can say
My love for you is real, genuine, and profound
Contributed by Hailey D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@hamburgtoronto5201
Please tell
me I'm dreaming
If so, I hope I wake soon
How did you..ill try hard
Darling, you got it twisted
My sole truth is spoken
It comes crashing so hard
Please don't throw me away
I love you
that's all I can say.
@robcook5862
EPIC ! This song keeps pounding away until you are ready to declare it a masterwork.
@flowerpowerrecordstv
New mix of March on the way soon, plus a few extra parts recorded
@flowerpowerrecordstv
Thanks Steven, kind words. The new version has a few added parts, just subtle things that expand on it's orchestral qualities. Excited for people to hear it
@hilberttransform
Awesome song. The whole thing makes me feel like I'm on an adventure, watching history/life unfold! One of my favorites from Comatose for sure. I'm shocked that you guys don't have more views on your videos! I'm a big fan of The Black Angels from here in Texas... and they're one of the few psych-rock bands that's finally breaking out a bit. Keep at it!
@flowerpowerrecordstv
+hilberttransform The BooMKa train will keep rolling. Spread the word, it's the label and the bands lifeblood. Cheers for the kind words
@Hazza1003
Sounds really really brilliant....More people should listen.
@MrTenaciusD
This band just totally blow my mind of!!!!! Soo sick!! Keep it psichedelic guys!
@szensan
To jest to!
@mundodeluara
Que viajem!
@hectormed9446
First time i listened was 4 years ago