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
Vision
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club Lyrics
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As soon as these visions leave us
Saw my love as bright as the sea
Every time I'm with you I can almost feel
As soon as I can get my mind around
As soon as I can get my hands around
I'd give you everything but still I'd let you down
Come around
Come around
Come around
Maybe we can only wish now
And maybe there's no reason left now
I'm sorry I believed that one way
There's nothing left to take so you go your own
Come around
Come around
Come around
The lyrics to Black Rebel Motorcycle Club's song "Vision" are permeated with a sense of longing, regret, and loss. The repeated phrase "as soon as" suggests a certain impatience and desperation, as if the singer is anxiously waiting for something to happen, for a change to occur. The line "saw my love as bright as the sea" evokes images of vast, endless horizons and infinite love, but the very next line, "every time I'm with you I can almost feel," hints at a sense of uncertainty and doubt. The singer seems to be struggling with conflicting emotions - on the one hand, wanting to give everything they have to the person they love, and on the other, feeling like they are unable to fully live up to their promises.
The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "come around", echoes the sense of longing and desire that permeates the entire song. The repeated use of the phrase suggests that the singer is hoping for some kind of reconciliation, a return to a state of connection and intimacy. However, the final lines of the song put an end to this hope, with the singer acknowledging that there may be no reason left, and that their love may have simply run its course.
Overall, "Vision" is a haunting, introspective exploration of love, longing, and regret. It speaks to the human desire for connection and intimacy, but also to the challenges and uncertainties that come with trying to navigate complex emotions and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
As soon as my vision clears
I am waiting for the clarity of mind to make sense of my thoughts and ideas.
As soon as these visions leave us
Once these illusions or imaginary thoughts fade away or stop influencing us, we can make better decisions.
Saw my love as bright as the sea
My affection for you is as vast and profound as the ocean, and I perceive it to be remarkably beautiful.
Every time I'm with you I can almost feel
Being in your presence brings me immense pleasure and satisfaction, and it feels like every cell of my being is awakened.
As soon as I can get my mind around
Once I comprehend or understand something, I will be able to act sensibly.
As soon as I can get my hands around
When I can control or have physical possession of something, I can fulfill my promises.
I'd give you everything but still I'd let you down
Despite my best efforts, I may inevitably fail you in some ways, even if I put my heart and soul into it.
Every second sending much I'll come around
I continue to try and succeed in various ways to win your heart and make amends for my mistakes as time passes by.
Maybe we can only wish now
There seems to be no practical solution or outcome, and all we have left are our hopes and desires.
And maybe there's no reason left now
It's possible that there is no justification or logic in our current predicament or state of affairs.
I'm sorry I believed that one way
I apologize for thinking that things could only be done in a certain way or for being naive and misjudging the situation.
There's nothing left to take, so you go your own
Since there is no more room for negotiation, you may have to follow your path and leave me behind as I am unable to satisfy you.
Come around
Keep coming back, don't give up.
Come around
Stay positive and hopeful.
Come around
Keep trying and don't lose faith.
Contributed by Gabriella P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Victor Salazar
Still need to catch this song live
Adriana C Chávez
🤘
lucas fraga
Brasil