The band's second album 'Take Them On, On Your Own' featured several songs ('Generation' and 'US Government') which were critical of the United States' foreign policy and George Bush in particular.
After conflict with their label (Virgin Records), the band was dropped in 2004. Nick Jago left the band at the end of their summer tour in the same year due to "internal conflict".
Following Jago's departure Peter Hayes and Robert Levon Been regrouped and recorded the band's third album. With their third record Howl, they added blues, folk and gospel, a la Spiritualized.
In 2005 the band inked a new deal with Echo in the UK, and RCA in the US. Nick Jago also returned to the fold. The band's third album "Howl" was released that same year to widespread critical acclaim. Jago returned after most of the album was recorded but played on "Promise".
"Baby 81" the band's fourth album was released on May 1st, 2007. In June 2008 Nick Jago once again left the touring line-up of the band being replaced by The Raveonettes' touring drummer Leah Shapiro. Nick stated that "...I am fired again and to be honest with you I respect their decision".
However Hayes and Been released a conflicting joint statement that read "Nick won't be joining us for the upcoming European tour, but it's not true that he is fired. We just feel Nick needs time to sort out exactly what he wants right now. His heart and all his energy and attention is on his own solo project and he needs to see that through".
Current:
On January 9, 2013, the band announced via Facebook the name of their seventh album called Specter at the Feast which was released on March 18 in the UK and Europe and on March 19 in USA, Canada and worldwide. It is considered a tribute to Michael Been (The Call), Robert Levon Been's father who died suddenly on tour with BRMC in August 2010.
It received mostly positive reviews; many critics noting that despite the band having been together for some time the album showed a mellower and moodier side with songs such as opener `Firewalker'.
The band made the first single from the record available, a cover of The Call's 1989 hit "Let the Day Begin", for free download on their official website. The decision to record the song was a tribute to Robert's father Michael, who used his experience from The Call to help BRMC before his death in the last couple of years. The single became Q Magazine's track of the day.[6] The band have also released the Let the Day Begin EP for free, consisting of the single and the album track "Returning", made available for streaming on the official website.[7]
On April 8, 2013 it was announced that the band would play at Rock Werchter, the largest rock festival in Belgium.
The band continues to show a willingness to tour despite the obstacles. During the 2013 tour, the organisers of the Harvest festival in Australia decided to abandon the multi-city event, of which BRMC were one of the lead acts, only a few months ahead of the performances. BRMC was the first band to announce it would still visit the country and play its own shows.
Many shows on the 2013/2014 tour have sold out.
BRMC's music/songs have been featured in many films, television programs and video games.
Visit blackrebelmotorcycleclub.com for tour/CD and merchandise info.
Discography:
2001 - B.R.M.C.
2001 - Screaming Gun (EP)
2002 - Spread Your Love (EP)
2003 - Take Them On, On Your Own
2005 - Howl
2006 - Howl Sessions Vol.1 (EP)
2006 - Howl Sessions Vol. 2 (EP)
2007 - Baby 81
2007 - Napster Live Session (EP)
2007 - American X: Baby 81 Sessions (EP)
2008 - The Effects Of 333 (Download)
2010 - Beat the Devil's Tattoo
2013 - Specter At The Feast
2018 - Wrong Creatures
Still Suspicion Holds You Tight
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Lyrics
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You take them on your own until you die
The wisdom in your breath comes much too late
And everyone you see just gets a face
In time the words will come, they say, with faith
But everything you see just turns you grey
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
No mind or cares, decisions must be made
Whose side whose on, no questions should be saved
Your purpose comes when nothing's left in sight
And it's clear, they sing, that nothing here feels right
Now everyone's afraid 'cause no one moves
Not towards anything worth anything to you
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
The righteous come and bleed you from the bone
It's all they ever wanted from your soul
The hating and intentions are no more
And it's all you'll ever get if you let go
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
The song "Still Suspicion Holds You Tight" by Black Rebel Motorcycle Club touches on themes of self-reliance, existential doubt and fear, and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. The lyrics suggest that the singer is embroiled in an internal struggle, fighting against a world that seeks to strip them of their essence and individuality. The line "You're everything you need and so you fight / You take them on your own until you die" hints at a sense of independence and determination, while the following line "The wisdom in your breath comes much too late" evokes a feeling of regret for lost opportunities.
The chorus employs the phrase "the still suspicion holds you tight" as a metaphor for the singer's inner turmoil and inability to trust in others. The lines "No mind or cares, decisions must be made / Whose side whose on, no questions should be saved" emphasize the importance of making tough choices without hesitation, as the consequences of indecision and passivity are dire. The final verse suggests that the singer has been wounded by those who seek to exploit them, yet they must persevere and never relinquish their sense of self.
In summary, "Still Suspicion Holds You Tight" is a poignant reflection on the struggles of individualism in a conformist society, as well as the importance of standing up for oneself and persevering in the face of hardship.
Line by Line Meaning
You're everything you need and so you fight
You rely only on yourself and fight alone.
You take them on your own until you die
You handle all obstacles alone until the end of your life.
The wisdom in your breath comes much too late
Your realization and understanding comes after it is too late.
And everyone you see just gets a face
No one seems to have any individuality or importance to you.
In time the words will come, they say, with faith
Others say that eventually you will find the right words to express yourself with belief in yourself.
But everything you see just turns you grey
Everything in your world seems dull and lifeless.
No mind or cares, decisions must be made
You don't have any thoughts or concerns, but still need to make choices.
Whose side whose on, no questions should be saved
You need to pick a side without hesitation and not ask any questions.
Your purpose comes when nothing's left in sight
You will only find your purpose when there is nothing else in front of you.
And it's clear, they sing, that nothing here feels right
Other people sing about how everything feels wrong here.
Now everyone's afraid 'cause no one moves
Everyone is scared to take action.
Not towards anything worth anything to you
No one is moving towards anything that seems valuable to you.
The righteous come and bleed you from the bone
Those who think they are doing what is right drain you completely.
It's all they ever wanted from your soul
These individuals only want your soul from you.
The hating and intentions are no more
All the hatred and animosity is gone.
And it's all you'll ever get if you let go
This is the only thing you will get if you release everything else.
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You are completely self-reliant and always hold onto suspicion.
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You are completely self-reliant and always hold onto suspicion.
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You are completely self-reliant and always hold onto suspicion.
You're everything you need, the still suspicion holds you tight
You are completely self-reliant and always hold onto suspicion.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: PETER HAYES, ROBERT TURNER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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