The band was formed in Brighton, England in 1986 by former 14 Iced Bears member Nick Roughley (vocals), along with Alan Stirner (guitar), Nick's flatmate Dominic (bass), and Chris Window (drums).[1][2] Signing to Creation Records at their first gig by an awe-struck Alan McGee they gained exposure with two singles on the label, 1987's 1966-Nuggets-style "Good For Me" and the epic "Pool Valley" (the latter taking its name from Brighton's bus station and featuring new bassist Aziz Hashmi)[2]. A BBC Janice Long live session at the legendary BBC Abbey Road studios in 1987 brought the outfit well needed publicity with the help of Dave Nimmo on percussion. A tour of the Netherlands and Belgium was followed by their early recordings being collected on the Rollercoaster compilation issued on Megadisc in 1988. After two further EP's, the Pixies - influenced first album proper, In Watermelon Sugar was issued in 1990. (this line-up featued Justin Spear, son of Roger Ruskin Spear of the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band and 'Paul' Reeves, who as Billy Reeves formed theaudience with Sophie Ellis-Bextor in 1997). An ambitious further album, Amazon Eyegasm (featuring the former 14 Iced Bear and Whirl frontman Will Taylor on guitar and 'Red Ed' on drums) followed in 1991.
Blow-Up were described as 'the best band I ever signed, and the worst band I ever signed' by Alan McGee.
Downtown
Blow-Up Lyrics
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I live in a city. I live downtown
Wow, it must be very crowded but there's so much to do. Do you like it
Yes. There is a museum near here and I go to the park every day
City or village, where do you live
There's so much you can do in the city
But it's crowded and busy, and a little bit noisy
What is it like in the village, where do you live
Its very quiet and peaceful. I have a garden and grow vegetables
That sounds nice, but don't you get bored?
No, I live on a farm so we always have to feed the animals
City or village, where do you live
There's so much you can do in the city
But it's crowded and busy, and a little bit noisy
I know my village is quiet and peaceful
The lyrics of Blow-Up's song "Downtown" depict a conversation between two individuals discussing their contrasting living environments, one residing in a city and the other in a village. The dialogue explores the pros and cons of each setting, ultimately highlighting the different lifestyles and experiences that come with city and village living.
The singer who lives in the city expresses their fondness for the urban atmosphere, emphasizing the abundance of activities and attractions available to them. They mention a nearby museum and their frequent trips to the park, indicating a bustling and vibrant city life. Despite acknowledging the busyness and noise, they seem content with the energetic environment.
On the other hand, the person from the village speaks of the tranquility and peacefulness that characterizes their hometown. They proudly mention having a garden and cultivating their own vegetables, suggesting a closer connection to nature and a slower pace of life. When asked if they get bored, they explain that living on a farm keeps them occupied with the responsibility of caring for animals.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you live in a city or a village
I am inquiring about whether you reside in an urban or rural area.
I live in a city. I live downtown
I currently reside in an urban setting, specifically in the central part of the city.
Wow, it must be very crowded but there's so much to do. Do you like it
It appears that the city is densely populated, although there are numerous activities available. Are you fond of this environment?
Yes. There is a museum near here and I go to the park every day
Indeed, I do enjoy it. In close proximity to my location, there is a museum, and I make a habit of visiting the park on a daily basis.
City or village, where do you live
I am interested to know whether your place of residence is an urban or rural area.
There's so much you can do in the city
Urban areas offer a plethora of potential activities and opportunities.
But it's crowded and busy, and a little bit noisy
However, cities tend to be congested, bustling, and somewhat cacophonous.
I know my village is quiet and peaceful
I am aware that my rural community possesses a tranquil and serene atmosphere.
What is it like in the village, where do you live
Could you please describe the characteristics of your rural dwelling? How is life like there?
Its very quiet and peaceful. I have a garden and grow vegetables
My village exudes an aura of tranquility and serenity. Additionally, I am fortunate enough to possess a personal garden where I cultivate various vegetables.
That sounds nice, but don't you get bored?
Such conditions seem pleasant, but do you not experience boredom as a result?
No, I live on a farm so we always have to feed the animals
Fortunately, I reside on a farm which requires constant attention to feeding the animals, preventing any dull moments.
City or village, where do you live
Once more, may I inquire about the location of your dwelling? Is it situated within an urban or rural setting?
There's so much you can do in the city
Urban areas offer a plethora of potential activities and opportunities.
But it's crowded and busy, and a little bit noisy
However, cities tend to be congested, bustling, and somewhat cacophonous.
I know my village is quiet and peaceful
I am aware that my rural community possesses a tranquil and serene atmosphere.
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Gary Brown
I’ve already commented this in other videos but if by any chance the people that were involved in this bombing are reading this video’s comments to see how much damage you did, I have a message for you.
You don’t scare me.
I’m also very sure no one will remember your name in a week.
Unless, you’re facing the consequences of your actions. To which only a small amount of people will care because they’ll be either rubbing it in or are just curious to see how justice works.
Then you and your cause will be forgotten.
I also encourage people to say the same because I know they are only doing this to insight fear and to hold some form of power over us. But tbh this just shows how pitiful they are to attempt to take lives on one of the most important times of the year.
Do not fear them , even if they threaten you.
They are only as powerful as you let them be.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone.
Earth Last Day Bible channel
When I was at Nashville, I had been speaking to the people, and in the night season, there was an immense ball of fire that came right from heaven and settled in Nashville.
There were flames going out like arrows from that ball; houses were being consumed; houses were tottering and falling. Some of our people were standing there. ‘It is just as we expected,’ they said, ‘we expected this.’
Others were wringing their hands in agony and crying unto God for mercy. ‘You knew it,’ said they, ‘you knew that this was coming, and never said a word to warn us!’
They seemed as though they would almost tear them to pieces, to think they had never told them or given them any warning at all…A few nights ago I was awakened with this, ‘They know not the time of their visitation.’ Why don’t they know it? Because nobody is there to tell them” (Manuscript 188, 1905, emphasis added). Ellen g white
(New release): “The Lord is soon coming in the clouds of heaven with power and with great glory. His terrible judgments are soon to fall upon our world. Are we doing all we can to warn earth’s inhabitants of these things? While I was in the South a few months ago, I had a very impressive dream.
I seemed to see a great ball of fire come from heaven and strike the earth. Great houses were in flames, and many were looking on in great distress. Some one said,
‘I knew that this was coming. I knew that God’s judgments were soon to fall.’ ‘You knew that these things were coming?’ said another. ‘Why did you not tell us? Why did you not warn us, and show us the prophecies, that we might also know?’” (Manuscript 158, 1904, emphasis added). Ellen g white
Bandit78
The woman's voice that was giving the warning to evacuate sounded an awful lot like the woman that tells you the purge is starting. That shit was creepy as hell.
Preston
And it sounded like something the government would do
RionDoesThings 19
That sound was coming from the RV itself
Svetlana True FAM Tisaj
Nightmare!
Cat's Incredulous
@Preston" ... like something out of the movie" lol
JJ
"If you hear this message, please leave now"
Interesting
Ricardo Neves
To think that this was not a movie but a real life situation, it's horribly scary, specially with that terrifying message. Wow
Alliance of Light
Same Scary message the Media tells you about Covid?
Ricardo Neves
Jerr’s Gaming When I heard the news i already knew it was horrible but to hear that message, I think I never heard anything like that except in movies, i only hope that next year all this madness will be gone.
Clear Adventure
Not really, they didn't want to kill people, just destroy the Dominion voting machines in that building proving Trump won. Look it up. Just happenstance. 🤣🙄🤦