1) Carrie is a story that begins in 2001… Read Full Bio ↴Carrie can refer to either:
1) Carrie is a story that begins in 2001, when Laura Becerra (singer/songwriter) decided to start a solo project after playing with indie bands Mery Poppins (as a drummer), Barón Ashler and Miyagi (as a bassist). At first, Carrie created simple songs using nothing but an acoustic guitar, mostly influenced by artists such as The Softies, Cat Power or Hope Sandoval. Later, experimenting with sequences, new instruments and digital noises, the project evolved into a mixture of indie pop, folk and electronic, something closer to what music specialists like to call Indietronica.
She is one of the founders of Abolipop, alongside Eric Gamboa (E.lebleu) and Israel Martínez (Nébula 3), an electronic music label based in Guadalajara. Her music appeared in the label’s first compilation “No estamos solos” with the song “Cat Power”, in 2003. Other songs have appeared in compilations of Mexican labels including: “Mars”, in “Minimas Texturas 007” (Discos Konfort, 2003). “Eco” in “Máximas Texturas” (Discos Konfort, 2004) – named "Compilation of the Year" by the readers of Quartz, an international arts and music forum based in Paris (www.quartz.org). “Sounds like Display” in “Marzo” (Soundsister, 2004). “I Sabotage” on the audio-narrative net.label “Música para Espías” directed and founded by Fran Ilich.
In 2005, she released her debut album, “Honey Blue Star” with the Tijuana-based label Static Discos and Dearstereofan, in Madrid Spain. The album was produced by label-mate Ruben Tamayo a.k.a. Fax and included collaborations by Fernando Corona a.k.a. Murcof. The album earned excellent reviews in important magazines and webzines.
She has also appeared in International Festivals, like the avant-garde Mutek in México; Plataforma in Puebla, Suoni Per Il Popolo Festival in Montreal, FMEL in Chicago, at FIS (Festival Internacional Sonorama) sharing stage with artists like Yo la Tengo and Tristeza, as well as the prestigious FIB (Festival Internacional de Benicassim) in Spain, appearing also in the Festival's music compilation with artists like The Cure, Xiu Xiu, Ladytron, Fischerspooner, Four Tet, Devendra Banhart and Kings of Convenience.
2) the short-lived pop rock group formed by Steve Ludwin (ex Some Have Fins & Levitation) and ex-EMF bassist Zac Foley in 1998 after EMF split in 1995, who released a single album Fear Of Sound.
3) An 80's female fronted band from Germany.
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Carrie's "Honey Blue Star" is a split release between Static Discos and Dearstereofan.
It is a collection of warm electronic folk songs, full of dreamy tones and true avant tweenes. Carrie's breathy voice takes us close to the worlds of Piana, Psapp and Tujiko Noriko, as she strums her guitar alongside a basic print of electronic sounds. Her honey voice floats into an unforgettable pool of soft melodies, cushioned beats and childlike wonder, as Carrie truly displays a unique sensibility that brings us close to a world full of love and humor. Carrie, Laura B. from Guadalajara Mexico, is one of the young leading artists in a new wave of sounds coming from Mexico. "Honey Blue Star" is Carrie’s debut album, produced with Ruben Tamayo (Fax) and mastered by Fernando Corona, aka MURCOF.
4) Female fronted Japanese hardcore from Japan.
Molly
Carrie Lyrics
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Picking up an oar, when the ship went down.
When she made it home, Molly kissed the ground,
I'm gonna row my boat like Molly Brown.
Pull and rest, pull and rest.
Do your best, not more or less.
Rest and pull, pull and try.
Keep asking why
I'm gonna row my boat like Rosa Parks
On that downtown bus, trying to embark
Didn't know if she would see the mountain top
When asked stand, Rosa did not.
Pull and rest, pull and rest.
Do your best, not more or less.
Rest and pull, pull and try.
Keep asking why
Til we all meet on the other side.
I'm gonna row my boat like RBG,
Saying, all y'all, take your boot off me.
She worked to change the old paradigm.
Day by day, one law at a time.
Pull and rest, pull and rest.
Do your best, not more or less.
Rest and pull, pull and try.
Keep asking why
Til we all meet on the other side.
I'm gonna row my boat like Lucretia Mott,
Who stood up and said, this has to stop.
Believed we all carry a piece of light,
Some called her wrong, but she was right.
Pull and rest, pull and rest.
Do your best, not more or less.
Rest and pull, pull and try.
Keep asking why
Til we all meet on the other side.
I'm gonna row my boat like Molly Brown,
Picking up an oar, when the ship went down. When she made it home, Molly kissed the ground,
I'm gonna row my boat like Molly Brown.
I'm gonna row my boat like Molly Brown.
I'm gonna row my boat like Molly Brown.
The song Molly by Carrie Newcomer is about the courage of four different women throughout history and their struggles for justice and equality. Each verse celebrates a different woman's bravery and determination in the face of adversity. Molly Brown, the first woman mentioned in the song, was a survivor of the sinking of the Titanic. She famously helped row her lifeboat to safety and later became an advocate for women’s suffrage, workers' rights, and education. The second woman mentioned is Rosa Parks, who stood up for her rights and refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama bus, sparking the Montgomery bus boycott and becoming a symbol of the civil rights movement. The third woman is Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a pioneering jurist and advocate for women’s rights, who fought tirelessly to change the legal system's attitude towards gender equality. Finally, Lucretia Mott is another early feminist who fought for women's rights through her activism in the abolition and women's suffrage movements.
The repetitive chorus of "pull and rest, pull and rest, do your best, not more or less" reinforces the idea that perseverance and commitment are crucial to making change happen. The last line of every verse, "I'm gonna row my boat like Molly Brown," ties the verses together and emphasizes the persistent determination of these women and the need for us all to follow their example.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna row my boat like Molly Brown,
I will be strong and brave like Molly Brown, who picked up an oar and helped save others when their ship was sinking, and rejoiced when she survived.
Picking up an oar, when the ship went down.
When everyone else was panicked and helpless, Molly Brown took action and did what she could to survive and help others.
When she made it home, Molly kissed the ground,
Molly Brown was grateful to be alive and on solid ground after a terrifying experience and appreciated the value of life.
Pull and rest, pull and rest.
Life is a series of ups and downs, successes and failures. Keep pushing forward, but don't forget to rest and regroup along the way.
Do your best, not more or less.
Be proud of your effort and accomplishments, but don't overexert yourself or compare yourself to others. Just do your best and be true to yourself.
Rest and pull, pull and try.
Take breaks to recharge and refocus, but don't give up on your goals. Keep trying and pushing forward.
Keep asking why
Don't just accept things the way they are. Keep questioning and seeking answers, learning and growing along the way.
Til we all meet on the other side.
Ultimately, we are all on this journey together, and we will reach our destination eventually, whatever that may be. Keep rowing and working together towards a better future.
On that downtown bus, trying to embark
Like Rosa Parks, who refused to give up her seat on a bus in order to stand up for what was right, we must all stand up for justice and equality, even if it means challenging the status quo.
When asked stand, Rosa did not.
Rosa Parks stood her ground and refused to comply with unjust orders, inspiring others to do the same and leading to positive social change.
Saying, all y'all, take your boot off me.
RBG fought against discrimination and oppression, using her position as a Supreme Court justice to promote equal rights and opportunities for all.
She worked to change the old paradigm.
RBG challenged traditional notions of gender roles and fought for women's rights and opportunities for all, directly changing the status quo.
Day by day, one law at a time.
Change is often slow and incremental, requiring long-term effort and dedication. RBG worked tirelessly to change laws one by one to improve society.
Who stood up and said, this has to stop.
Lucretia Mott was a social reformer who spoke out against slavery, inequality, and other injustices of her time, advocating for political and social change.
Believed we all carry a piece of light,
Mott believed in the inherent goodness of each person, and their potential to make positive change in the world.
Some called her wrong, but she was right.
Mott's progressive views were often met with opposition, but she refused to back down and ultimately paved the way for a more equitable society.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Carrie Newcomer
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BMFSTONECOLD2
I loved listening to this on the way to school on my discman - the B-side to this used to freak me out though! Cracking song - a real hidden gem of its time that I probably would never have heard were it not for good old MTV Europe.
Steve Ludwin
Thanks! I can't remember the B-side but it was a pretty funny song to get A listed on Radio one!
Aydogan RM
+Steve Ludwin love how this was playlisted especially with the lyrical content! Haha!
Geoffrey Walsh
Pillow Talk With Cousin Lucifer was the B-Side. It's odd, pitchshifted with a hook of "I'm well endowed/I'm well endowed". At least I know of one other person who bought the CD single of this.
Jenna A
Finally found this song again - been searching for ages. Can't believe it got daytime radio play with those lyrics - def Virgin Radio (in their months best new music slot) and Radio 1 according to forum posts trying to find it. Remember hearing it in a Mcdonalds once that had Virgin on lol.
Scott Stewart
great pity these guys only lasted for the one album
Aydogan RM
Is there a demo of Warmer than fire? Easily the best song Ash released and they didn't even write it!
MightyFil
Hey Steve, I wanted to get "Carrie" (your complete first album) but couldn't...Would you help? Apart from this clip you share and "California Screaming" I wasn't able to find anything else, and I didn't understand why, I mean...this was not my time but I found out this one was kind of a hit back then, right? I think you rock, please help
S16 Music
Good Video, good song......Cliff
MightyFil
Just found out your album's name was not "Carrie", but "Fear of sound"...sorry about the mistake but research about your band hasn't been easy hehehe