The band released their first album on vinyl, Self Non Self in July 1989. The intensity of that album garnered very good reviews and caught the attention of John Peel, who picked up on the album right away, with the group recording a session for him in the album's first week of release. Shortly afterwards they signed to the label Dedicated (which also became home to Spiritualized and Beth Orton) and went on to record their EP "Espero" in 1990, with the album "Wings of Joy" following a year later. The release of "Wings of Joy" caught the attention of Robert Smith of The Cure who picked the Cranes to open for them on their world tour in 1992. They then went on to record the albums "Forever" (1993), "Loved" (1994), "La Tragedie d'Oreste et Electre" (1995), and "Population Four" (1997).
After a 4 year break, Cranes re-emerged on their own independent label Dadaphonic to release "Future Songs" (2001) and "Particles & Waves" (2004), which saw the band heading in a more electronic direction while retaining the trademark sound of previous releases. In January 2007 the band released a download only album, "Live at Amsterdam Paradiso," originally recorded in 1991. The show captures the darker, heavier days of the early Cranes and is available only via www.dadaphonic.co.uk.
In 2008 Cranes albums "Wings of Joy', 'Forever' and 'Loved' were re-issued by Cherry Red Records, www.cherryred.co.uk as part of their series of 'influential artists' re-releases.
In October 2008 Cranes released their self titled album 'Cranes', to which they did a supporting tour. After that there was the odd performance here and there up until 2012 after which Cranes fell silent again.
In 2022 they re-emerged with several newly opened social media accounts to which the purpose soon became clear: Cranes have reformed in their original nineties line-up to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the "Forever" album with some gigs in the UK (see events) and they are currently rehearsing.
In June 2023 they also released a 'new' album: their previously unreleased "Peel Sessions 1989-1990" which you can get on their Bandcamp site (see Linktree below) both digitally and on CD/Vinyl.
Current members
Alison Shaw – vocals, bass guitar, acoustic guitar (1985–1997, 2000–present)
Jim Shaw – guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, drums (1985–1997, 2000–present)
Mark Francombe – guitar, bass guitar, keyboards, spanner (1989–1997, 2022-present)
Matt Cope – guitar (1989–1997, 2022-present)
Former members:
Kevin Dunford – lead guitar (1988–1989)
Paul Smith – guitar, keyboards (1995–1997, 2000–2012)
Manu Ross – drums (1996–1997)
Ben Baxter – bass guitar (2000–2012)
Jon Callender – drums (2000–2007)
Jon Mattock – drums (2008–2012)
Cranes official Linktree: https://linktr.ee/cranesofficial
Bewildered
Cranes Lyrics
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the end of the rope
and I won't let go if you won't
and I won't say no if you won't
only love
it's caught here today
there's a fire in my fair spot
when i'm not near you
it's caught here today
and I can't feel you
there's fire in my place
when i'm not near you
hang on
The lyrics to Cranes's song "Bewildered" suggest a feeling of desperation and the fear of losing someone or something important. The first two lines, "It feels like it's the end of the rope and I won't let go if you won't," implies that the singer is holding onto something, possibly a relationship or a situation, that they do not want to let go of. The next two lines, "and I won't say no if you won't, only love," further emphasize the importance of this person or thing to the singer.
The next two lines, "it's caught here today and I can't feel you," suggest that the singer is currently unable to connect with this person or thing that they are holding onto. This could be due to distance, emotional barriers, or other obstacles. The following lines, "there's a fire in my fair spot when I'm not near you," emphasize the intensity of the singer's feelings and the pain of being separated from what they desire.
The final repetition of "It's caught here today and I can't feel you, there's fire in my place when I'm not near you, hang on" suggests that the singer is still holding on and is asking the other person or thing to hold on as well. The song builds to an emotional climax with the repeated chorus and the intense instrumentals, conveying the sense of urgency and longing that the singer feels for whatever they are holding onto.
Overall, "Bewildered" is a powerful and emotional song that captures the feeling of desperation and fear of loss that can come with holding onto something important.
Line by Line Meaning
It feels like its the end of the rope
I am experiencing a feeling of hopelessness and despair.
and I won't let go if you won't
I am willing to persevere through difficult times as long as you do the same.
and I won't say no if you won't
I am committed to this relationship and will strive to meet your needs as long as you reciprocate.
only love
The foundation of our relationship is built on love.
it's caught here today
The feeling of love is present in our lives at the moment.
and I can't feel you
Despite the presence of love, I am not able to emotionally connect with you.
there's a fire in my fair spot
I feel emotionally intense and passionate when I am close to you.
when i'm not near you
When we are physically apart, I feel a sense of longing and emotional distance.
there's fire in my place
My emotional state is intense and potentially dangerous when you are not around.
hang on
Despite the difficulties we are facing, I urge you to stay committed to our relationship.
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Brilliant band amazing track ❤❤❤❤❤
@Nic_Klaus
È assurdo come la stessa canzone possa ricordare momenti meravigliosi e fare da sottofondo ad un mesto epilogo.
@davidmcgough6462
Excellent - In my favourite artists of my life
@kate9341
Love this album very much
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I love this album so much
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@slowdagger3621
<3 great álbum
@Fairy_cider41
Ikr I love this album so much!
@dillon1058
Even though this was released 6 years prior, I can't help but think of Deftones' "RX Queen" when it comes to how this song is performed.
But with all seriousness, this album is a masterpiece that manages to be as abrasive and unsettling as it is beautiful.