There have been scientific studies done and we know for a fact nobody wants to read band bios that are full of shit, so we are going to give it to you straight.
We are currently holed up at 'Studios in the City' in Melbourne with producer Tom Larkin putting the final touches on our debut album 'Hold Hold Fire' (Due out 12th of March 2010). It's all going eerily well thus far but as our beards get longer and our fevers become more cabin like, you can guarantee this 'self-congratulating, back-patting, love-fest' will head south. Until then, fingers crossed. You can keep updated with our studio blogs on this very page, or head to www.youtube.com/CallingAllCarsTV. Stay tuned.
In other happenings, we had our first international shows as main support for Green Day in Auckland, New Zealand. And welcomed in the new year at Pyramid Rock Festival. Also, we'll be opening for AC/DC on their 'Black Ice Tour' 2010. Very exciting stuff!
On June 14th, 2011 - they announced their second album titled 'Dancing with a Dead Man' would be released on the 5th of August 2011 with a national headline tour in August/September.
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2.) Calling All Cars was a CBS radio drama that aired from 29 November 1933 to 8 September 1939, dramatising true crime stories and sponsored by the Rio Grande Oil Company. The show was written and directed by William N Robson.
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Run Away
Calling All Cars Lyrics
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Who locked herself in a cage
Swallowed the key
And now she'll never get out
Hid like a piece(Oh!)
And now she'll never be found
Can't get in, can't get out, can't get in
When she spoke to me she said
"Run away, years ago, to find a place to call your own."
She's not alone
All by herself in a bed
Skip like a stone
Doesn't like to be fed
The medication is going straight to her head
Can't get in, can't get out, can't get in
But when she spoke to me she said
When she spoke to me she said
Run away
years ago
to find a place
to call your own
Run away
years ago
to find a place
to call your own
Not alone
Feel nothing
the medications got you going
Not alone
Feel nothing
The medications got you
Run away
Years ago
To find a place
To call your own
Run away
Years ago
To find a place
To call your own
Run away
Years ago
To find a place
To call your own
The lyrics to Calling All Cars's song "Run Away" touch upon themes of isolation, confinement, and mental illness. The first verse describes a girl who has locked herself in a cage and swallowed the key, symbolically trapping herself and preventing anyone from rescuing her. The second verse depicts her in bed, numb to the world and heavily medicated, unable to escape her own mind. The repeated refrain of "Run away, years ago, to find a place to call your own" suggests that the girl's desire to flee her current circumstances is long-held and deeply rooted.
The overall tone of the lyrics is one of sadness and helplessness, as the singer appears to be powerless to help the girl or offer any meaningful solutions to her problems. The imagery of confinement and medication underscores the sense of entrapment that the girl is experiencing, and the repeated refrain "can't get in, can't get out, can't get in" reinforces the idea that she feels trapped and unable to escape.
The song is ultimately a poignant commentary on the struggles of those who suffer from mental illness and the toll it can take on their lives. Despite the bleakness of the lyrics, the repeated refrain of "Run away, years ago, to find a place to call your own" suggests that there is still hope for the girl and that she may one day be able to find a way out of her confinement and into a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
There was a girl
A girl is present in the story.
Who locked herself in a cage
The girl willingly trapped herself in a confined space.
Swallowed the key
She made it impossible for herself to escape.
And now she'll never get out
She is now permanently stuck in the cage she created for herself.
Hid like a piece(Oh!)
She concealed herself like something of little value.
And now she'll never be found
Her self-imposed isolation has made it difficult for her to be discovered or helped.
Can't get in, can't get out, can't get in
The girl is stuck in her self-made prison with no way to escape or be reached.
When she spoke to me she said
The artist recalls a conversation they had with the girl.
Run away, years ago, to find a place to call your own.
The girl's advice to the artist is to leave their current situation in search of a place where they can belong.
She's not alone
Despite her isolation, the girl is not the only one who feels trapped.
All by herself in a bed
The girl is alone and confined to a bed.
Skip like a stone
She has nothing to anchor her and feels directionless.
Doesn't like to be fed
She has lost her appetite and motivation for self-care.
The medication is going straight to her head
She is being medicated, but it does not seem to be improving her condition.
But when she spoke to me she said
The girl's advice to the singer is significant enough to be repeated.
Feel nothing
The girl is numb and disconnected from her emotions.
The medications got you going
The medication is affecting the girl's behavior and state of mind.
Run away, years ago, to find a place to call your own.
The girl's advice to the singer is restated, emphasizing its importance.
Not alone
The girl is not the only one feeling lost and helpless in their situation.
Run away, years ago, to find a place to call your own.
The girl's repeated advice is still relevant and worth following.
Contributed by Cameron C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kevo Biggy
Saw these guys in Melbourne in 2012. One of the best concerts I’ve been to and I’ll never forget it. I met Haydn the singer/guitarist and adam the bass player. Genuine good guys that were always up for for a chat.
Phazed
such an underrated band......they should get more recognition
lastplacewin
Saw that clip of you guys playing Animal for the Perth AC/DC show and I have to say.. don't let that sort of crowd get you down. Most of them have no idea what REAL rock sounds like. It's you guys not the same riff for 4 minutes straight. I've only seen you once with Shihad a few years ago in Adelaide but you were amazing. Definitely deserve to be bigger than you are. Keep up the awesome work!
Martin Crabs
sweet band. Saw them play this song tonight cuz they opened for the butterfly effect and they were pretty awesome :)
Vexnel
I'm afraid to say, but after hearing you guys, I have a new found respect for Tilba. Silly Narooma people, always bagging out everywhere else nearby :P You guys rock! I know everybody here are cheering you on, Especially after the school put on some of your music for us to listen to!
bleedblack37
This video is really simple but it works perfectly. Nice one!
Beck Dare
You guys are amazing :D
TheSideshow99
bad religion, shihad, and bodyjar...you guys are seriously amazing you sound like all 3 of my favourite bands and you are now one of them!!!!!!!!!!
Michael Parisella
terrific track
Danny Duberstein
great song