1. An indie pop band from… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least four artists with this name
1. An indie pop band from Scotland
2. A synthpop group from the United Kingdom
3. A hardcore punk band from the United States
4. An electronic music group from France
1. Camera Obscura is an indie pop band which formed in 1996 in Glasgow, Scotland. Currently the band consists of Tracyanne Campbell (vocals, guitar), Kenny McKeeve (guitar), Gavin Dunbar (bass) and Lee Thomson (drums). Keyboardist Carey Lander was a member of the band from 2002 until her death from bone cancer in 2015.
The band was formed in 1996 by Tracyanne Campbell, John Henderson, and Gavin Dunbar and released their debut album Biggest Bluest Hi-Fi in 2001. Camera Obscura released a second album, Underachievers Please Try Harder, the following year, and in September, 2005, the band started recording their next album, named Let's Get Out of This Country, with producer Jari Haapalainen. This album was released on June 06, 2006 and appeared high up in many critical lists of the 'best albums of 2006'.
In November 2008, the band announced that they have completed recording the follow-up to Let's Get Out of This Country, and that the new album would be released in 2009. In February 2009, it was announced that the band had signed to the label 4AD, who released their fourth album, called My Maudlin Career, on April 20, 2009.
http://www.camera-obscura.net/
2. Camera Obscura comprised Nigel James and Peter Oldroyd, and hailed from the UK. The band formed in 1982 and soldiered through record label hardships until 1987, when they went on indefinite hiatus.
‘Destitution’ and ‘Race in Athens’ became the duo’s first single on Small Wonder Records in the spring of 1983, followed by ‘Village of Stars’ b/w ‘Insect’ for the B-side, in London, at the Atmosphere studios on Wardour Street . These tracks were never released and sadly the masters have not survived.
Camera played live extensively at this time and they soldiered on into 1985 with a 4-piece line up (Gary Scargill and Rob Gospel were added) and the Quartet formed Paradise Now in ‘86. Nigel left in ‘87 and was replaced by Steve Wright from “Fiat Lux”. Sadly the band ended there. However, Camera Obscura never officially split up. In 2005, Nigel and Peter dusted off their old material and took to playing shows throughout Europe, finally releasing their lost classic Horizons of Suburbia. All recent Camera Obscura material has been released by German label Anna Louge Records.
http://www.annaloguerecords.com/releases.htm
http://clancamera.com/
3. Camera Obscura is not pulling any punches: they're out to rock you so hard you fall onto the dance floor. The band launches its aural attack using an arsenal comprised of Michelle Maskovich's squealing keyboards, Duane Pitre's mountains of guitar squiggle, William Lamb's thunderous drums, and Russell White's urgent-yet-muffled vocals. Like a dance party during a tornado watch, Camera Obscura throws caution and moderation out the window in favor of thrilling, adventurous sound combinations.
Camera Obscura formed in '98 in San Diego, incorporating members of The Shortwave Channel, The Interstate Ten, and Spanakorzo. The band self-released a seven-inch (now in its fourth pressing on Three One G Records) in October '98 and went on its first U.S. tour in January '99. More touring and recording followed, leading up to the release of their first full-length, 2000's To Change the Shape of an Envelope, on Troubleman Unlimited.
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4. 1. Project active in 1982 from Die Form founder, Philippe Fichot. He released three cassettes under the moniker: "1 - "Terrains Vagues"", "2" and "3/Final Edition". Further information can be found here: http://www.discogs.com/artist/Camera+Obscura+%283%29
Do It Again
Camera Obscura Lyrics
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26 and three-quarters
Turn down the lights now
Let's do it again
You were insatiable
I was more than capable
And you fought in my corner
You, you- you're walking around
Can you see tears on this clown?
I said one more time around
Let's do it again
Said 'Call my number'
26 and 3/4
Turn all the lights down
Let's do it again
You were insatiable
I was more than capable
And you fought in my corner
Would you do it again?
You, you- you're walking around
Can you see tears on this clown?
I said one more time around
Let's do it again
Let's do it again
The song "Do It Again" by Camera Obscura is a catchy and upbeat pop tune with a bittersweet theme. The singer recalls a past romantic encounter with someone who was insatiable and fought for them, and invites them to return for another round. The lyrics "Call my number, 26 and three-quarters, turn down the lights now, let's do it again" indicate a sense of nostalgia and yearning, as if the singer is trying to recapture a moment in time or relive a memory.
The repeated chorus of "you're walking around, can you see tears on this clown?" suggests a sense of vulnerability or insecurity on the singer's part, as if they fear being seen as foolish for wanting to revisit a past fling. The use of the metaphor of a clown is particularly poignant, as it is an image often associated with hiding pain or sadness behind a mask of humor. The phrase "let's do it again" is both an invitation and a plea, as if the singer is desperate for another chance with this person, but also aware that it may not be possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Call my number
Request to call my phone number
26 and three-quarters
Missing context or unclear intention behind mentioning the arbitrary number 26 and three-quarters
Turn down the lights now
Suggestion to lower or dim the lighting in the room
Let's do it again
Proposal to repeat a previous activity or sexual encounter
You were insatiable
Acknowledgment that the listener was insatiable or demanding in a sexual encounter
I was more than capable
Personal assurance that the singer was able to keep up with the listener's demands
And you fought in my corner
Expression of gratitude for the listener's support or loyalty
Would you do it again?
Inquiry regarding the listener's interest in repeating a previous activity or sexual encounter
You, you- you're walking around
Direct address to the listener who is walking or moving around
Can you see tears on this clown?
Literal question of whether or not the clown makeup is running or figurative inquiry into the emotional state of the artist
I said one more time around
Reiteration of the desire to repeat a previous activity or sexual encounter
Let's do it again
Final proposal to repeat a previous activity or sexual encounter
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TRACYANNE CAMPBELL
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Marley Frost
Thank God for Scotland, Camera Obscura, this and Tracyanne! Her voice gives me chills.
Annette V
Why does Camera Obscura puts me in a wonderful mood. Love them
javamakeup
Viajare miles de kilómetros para verlos en vivo!!!!!!!!! Los amooo <3
Chuck Walsh
probably my favorite band currently. sad their keyboardist passed away.. really hope they make more music.
Anton Rochek
Perfect. The sweetest voice in pop music. Such a great band.
sweet wagner
venham logo para o Brasil, eu amo essa banda <3
José Salvador
Amo con locura a esta banda, ya me hacia falta más de ellos, aunque es imposible dejar de escuchar los anteriores álbumes. LOS AMO CAMERA OBSCURA BEBÉS.
Norm Davis
80's influence is unmistakable, turned on its head beautifully. Love it.
Carlos Pla
Por fin!!! Que ganas de que salga el nuevo disco!
bezz456
One of the most under rated bands in the UK.In Traceyanne they have the best female songwriter in Britain.