The band, Steven Eagles (guitar, vocals), Nicholas Millard (drums) and Rachel Lavelle (bass), were all just 16 years old when they signed to Shifty Disco after playing just eight gigs as Crackout (named after Brian Krakow, a character in American TV teen drama My So-Called Life). Within four weeks of the label first seeing the band live, they had recorded and released their debut Chuck single. An album was also recorded around this time but was never released. Lavelle was shortly replaced on bass by Jack Dunkley.
Crackout toured with Sick Of It All / 28 Days in late December 2000, where they sold a self-released tape containing early recordings of Breakout and Joey Lost His Mind (both later re-recorded and included on debut album This Is Really Neat). EP1, a 500-limited edition CD with four songs showing early promise, and EP2 shortly followed in 2001. Both EPs came with a free sticker and in a hand-numbered cardboard sleeve, finished with a wax seal (red on EP1, green on EP2). Their debut album, This Is Really Neat, was released that October featuring artwork by Jane Wooster-Scott.
In 2002, plans to release old favourite Volume (the b-side to their first single, later re-recorded and featured on This Is Really Neat) were scrapped when I Am The One was used in an advert for Salomon Sports. Volume was therefore the only Crackout song not released as a single with it's own music video.
After long delays, the band's follow up to This Is Really Neat was released in March 2004. However, the promotion for Oh No! was ended abruptly due to EMI deciding to close down Hut Recordings shortly after the album's release. Whilst making plans for a third album, their producer friend Clive Langer asked them if they were interested in playing on a film soundtrack which he was scoring, which ended up with them being cast for small roles in Brothers of the Head, the 2006 mockumentary based on the 1977 novel by Brian Aldiss.
In 2005, Crackout toyed with the idea of adding an extra member to provide them with options with guitars, keyboards and backing vocals live. This lead to a few low-key gigs with additional member Simon in October that year. After playing these gigs, however, they felt like too much time had passed since their last shows and decided to disband Crackout.
However, 2006 saw Steven, Nick, Jack and Simon now playing in a new group called Blackholes, who released The Alcohol EP themselves through their MySpace profile, featuring a couple of tracks played at their last few Crackout gigs.
Eagles, Millard and Dunkley have also played in French pop act Vanessa & The O's on a few of their live shows.
It was announced in 2007 that Dunkley had left due to 'creative differences', with Alex Szrok replacing him on bass. In September, it was announced that Blackholes had decided to regroup, renaming the band 'Out Of The Afternoon' and that they had brought in Anna Sales on keyboard and vocals. The newest project at present has a more jazzy sound than previously, with "Alcohol," a slow jazz song being the only 'Blackholes' track used on their myspace profile.
In March 2008 the band signed to Leeds Label 'Tip Toe Records' and released there first EP in April
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Crackout Lyrics
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No one of a kind
I will find a way
Punk rock is a soul
Out to reach my goal
I am led astray
I'm a broken spleen
Crush myself a play
No more seeds are sown
I'm a microphone
Take me out again
We're so weird [Repeat x8]
The lyrics to Crackout's song "Edit" are quite enigmatic and can be interpreted in a number of ways. One possible interpretation is that the singer is disillusioned with the world's reliance on technology and the tendency to view people as mere numbers, rather than unique individuals. The phrase "micro mind design" suggests a focus on the small details of life, rather than the big picture. The line "no one of a kind" could be interpreted as a commentary on the homogenization of society, as everyone is expected to conform to the same standards.
However, the singer expresses a determination to resist this conformity and find a way to be unique. The phrase "punk rock is a soul" suggests that the rebellious spirit of punk music is what drives the singer to pursue their individuality. However, this pursuit is not without its challenges, as the singer feels "led astray" by society's expectations.
The chorus of the song contains the repeated phrase "we're so weird," which could be seen as an embrace of the singer's own eccentricity, or a criticism of society's tendency to label anything outside the norm as "weird." Overall, the lyrics to "Edit" seem to explore themes of individuality, rebellion, and the struggle to maintain a sense of self in a world that values conformity.
Line by Line Meaning
Micro mind design
My thoughts and ideas may seem small and insignificant to others, but they are uniquely my own and reflect my individuality.
No one of a kind
Although I may not stand out in a crowd, I am still valuable and have something to offer.
I will find a way
Despite challenges and setbacks, I am determined to overcome obstacles and achieve my goals.
Punk rock is a soul
The rebellious and nonconformist spirit of punk rock music resonates with me and influences my outlook on life.
Out to reach my goal
I am striving to achieve something meaningful and important to me, even if it means going against the norm.
I am led astray
Following my own path may lead me away from what others consider to be the right direction, but it is my own journey to pursue.
Shut my eyes and dream
Sometimes I need to tune out the noise of the world and focus on my own aspirations and ambitions.
I'm a broken spleen
I may feel damaged and hurt by life's challenges, but I am still capable of resilience and healing.
Crush myself a play
I am taking control of my life and creating my own opportunities, even if it means bucking the system.
No more seeds are sown
I am done waiting around for things to happen to me; I am taking the reins and making things happen for myself.
I'm a microphone
My voice and my message are powerful, and I intend to use them to make an impact.
Take me out again
I am ready and willing to face whatever challenges come my way and continue to grow and evolve as a person.
We're so weird [Repeat x8]
Society may see us as outsiders or outcasts, but we embrace our uniqueness and revel in our differences as a source of strength and inspiration.
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