Drab Majesty’s first release, a limited-edition cassette of 100 copies titled Unarian Dances, was self-released in 2012 and re-pressed by Lollipop Records shortly thereafter. Drab Majesty then signed with Dais Records and put out the debut LP Careless in 2015. Careless was met with high praise from critics and fans alike, and the original pressing is now a sought-after gem. A year after the initial pressings of Careless sold out, Dais released a compilation titled Completely Careless, featuring Drab Majesty’s entire discography, including two previously unreleased tracks.
On Halloween 2016, a split single featuring King Dude was released on Dais Records. Drab Majesty released their second LP entitled The Demonstration in January 2017.
In September 2017, the band released a single entitled Oak Wood in honor of Cash Askew, a victim of the Ghostship tragedy in Oakland.
A talented multi-instrumentalist, DeMure composes all of the elements of Drab Majesty. However, rather than taking personal credit for the music, DeMure insists that the inspiration for the songs is received from an other-worldly source and that Deb is merely a vessel through which outside ideas flow inward. But Drab Majesty is more than just a musical project — it’s a methodical experiment in the identity of creativity. The character Deb DeMure is an enigma that eludes all expectations of gender and ego. When DeMure’s imposing 6’ 4” figure assumes the stage, Deb’s playful, harlequinesque appearance, tempered by an ominous body language, and clashing with the dreamy, ethereal melodies comes across as a web of contrasts. The result is a perfect balance between seemingly conflicting messages, between the high and the low, the drab and the divine.
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---Discography---
2012 - UNARIAN DANCES (EP)
2013 - Disorder Vol. 1 (split single with Eleven Pond)
2015 - Unknown to the I (single)
2015 - Careless (LP)
2016 - Completely Careless (compilation)
2016 - The Heiress / The Demon (single)
2016 - Who Taught You How to Love (split single with King Dude)
2017 - The Demonstration (LP)
2017 - Oak Wood (single)
Dot In The Sky
DRAB MAJESTY Lyrics
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for your counterpart
You imagined the life
before they walked into the dark
An alternate life
slowly rides the line
and all it takes is watering at night
Wait to climb aboard
Destruction to a T
Shattering responsibility
Sometimes it's easier said than done
Eternal life
from earthly vacation
A burning knife
won't cut you out
of cold ice persuasion
You accepted the ride
with the exception of life
You might find yourself in love
with deception and lies
An unconventional mind
was your ticket to die
You may have found
your dot in the sky
They never heard from you
and it became a concern
You were gradually conditioned
with nowhere to turn
You went to climb aboard
Construction to a T
Shattering responsibilities
Eternal life
from earthly vacation
A burning knife won't cut you out
of ice cold persuasion
You accepted the ride
with the exception of life
You might find yourself in love
with deception and lies
An unconventional mind
was your ticket to die
You may have found
your soul in love
with your dot in the sky
You accepted the ride
with the exception of life
You might find yourself in love
with deception and lies
An unconventional mind
was your ticket to die
You may have found
your soul in love
with your dot in the sky
The lyrics of Dot in the Sky describe a mysterious and intriguing narrative that revolves around the theme of subversive personal growth and the search for a unique identity. The song suggests that sometimes finding oneself is difficult and might require taking risks and following unconventional paths.
The lyrics speak of a mysterious journey where someone is searching for something that they cannot find in the mundane realm of everyday life. The first stanza describes the moment of finding a new identity, that someone who will be their counterpart in life, and the excitement of it all. A newfound love or starting a new chapter in life seems to be the singer's motivation.
The second stanza dives deeper into the psyche of the singer. It suggests that they are exploring and experimenting with different ways of life and trying to find the right fit. The lyrics imply that this requires hard work and nurturing, represented by the watering at night metaphor. However, the singer is still afraid of the unknown and the risks that come with the journey, such as the possibility of self-destruction and the weight of responsibility. The chorus's themes are subversive: shattering responsibility and destruction, encouraging the singer to let go of expectations and live in the moment.
The third stanza portrays the singer accepting the consequences of their unconventional path. The lyrics suggest they are willing to take risks like eternal life, represented by the burning knife that won't cut them out of the cold ice. The following lines imply that they might fall in love with deception and lies, finding comfort in the unknown and seeking change through the mysterious.
Overall, Dot in the Sky presents a story of self-discovery and encourages the listener not to fear taking risks and to live in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
A brand new heart
for your counterpart
You imagined the life
before they walked into the dark
You feel a deep connection with someone new and imagine a future together, even before you know much about them.
An alternate life
slowly rides the line
and all it takes is watering at night
There's another version of your life that's within reach, but it requires nurturing and patience to bring it to fruition.
Wait to climb aboard
Destruction to a T
Shattering responsibility
You hesitate to take risks because you fear the consequences of failure or unexpected results.
Sometimes it's easier said than done
You acknowledge that change or action can be difficult, despite how simple it may seem on the surface.
Eternal life
from earthly vacation
A burning knife
won't cut you out
of cold ice persuasion
You may feel trapped or paralyzed by fear, but you recognize that true liberation can only come from confronting your challenges head-on.
You accepted the ride
with the exception of life
You might find yourself in love
with deception and lies
You may have made choices or sacrifices that led you down an unexpected path, where you find yourself in a situation that's not entirely honest or truthful.
An unconventional mind
was your ticket to die
You may have found
your dot in the sky
You're a nonconformist who's willing to take risks and push boundaries, even if it means facing uncertainty or danger. You may have also discovered your purpose or passion in life.
They never heard from you
and it became a concern
You were gradually conditioned
with nowhere to turn
You may have isolated yourself or been cut off from people who care about you, and the experience made you feel trapped or helpless.
You went to climb aboard
Construction to a T
Shattering responsibilities
You made a bold move or decision that challenged the norms or expectations of those around you, which may have caused tension or conflict.
You may have found
your soul in love
with your dot in the sky
You've discovered what truly motivates or inspires you, and it gives you a sense of purpose or direction in life.
Contributed by Aiden F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ihatepeacocks3503
A brand new heart
For your counterpart
You imagined life
Before they walked into the dark
An alternate life
Slowly rides the line
And all it takes is watering at night
Wait to climb aboard
Destruction to a T
Shattering responsibility
Sometimes it's easier said than done
Eternal life
From earthly vacation
A burning knife
Won't cut you out of ice cold persuasion
You accepted the ride
With the exception of life
You might find yourself in love
With deception and lies
An unconventional mind
Was your ticket to die
You may have found
Your dot in the sky
They never heard from you
And it became a concern
You were gradually conditioned
With nowhere to turn
You went to climb aboard
Construction to a T
Shattering responsibilities
Eternal life
From earthly vacation
A burning knife
Won't cut you out of ice cold persuasion
You accepted the ride
With the exception of life
You might find yourself in love
With deception and lies
An unconventional mind
Was your ticket to die
You might find yourself in love
With your dot in the sky
You accepted the ride
With the exception of life
You might find yourself in love
With deception and lies
An unconventional mind
Was your ticket to die
You might find yourself in love
With your dot in the sky
@glomerol8300
Song-edit/Lyric Rough Draft Suggestion [in brackets]:
They never heard from you
And it became a concern
You were gradually conditioned
With nowhere to turn
[Your daylight persona
Slowly atrophied
What you lost for night
Became complete]
@christophermaynard1902
When those synthesizers kick in this song absolutely takes off....very very cool song with a tremendous groove and razor sharp vibe.....these guys definitely are x files fans. I am a child of the 1980s and this was our sound. Drab Majesty has taken this sound to a brand new level....Very Special thank you to Slowdives current 2023 tour where I caught a lucky break and saw them on the tube.
@Haunted-tg4jv
Recently discovered Drab Majesty. I'm obsessed! I feel completely plugged in to the music...the melodic guitar, the voice....fantastic and refreshing
@out_of_control1
I discovered them only a year ago after researching festival line up. Loved em right away. 80's feel musically, nice melody, some very haunting, emotive voice and melancholy lyrics. Very refreshing. Have played this song about 20 times today. Sorry neighbour's! Lol
The chorus reminds me of another song but can't pinpoint it. Grrr
@Haunted-tg4jv
@@out_of_control1 Their music is definitely addictive, lol. I haven't added any new "favourite band"s to my personal list in over 25 years.... until now! I'm hoping to see them live someday.....someday.....
@out_of_control1
@@Haunted-tg4jvThey ARE very good!! You may like Linea Asperea (try Decoherence or Malarone), Agnes Circle "Porcelain." She Past Away "Durdu Dunya" or Boy Harsher Fate, Morphine, LA. Let me know what you think x
@jkrenz77
It’s easy to be obsessed with them!
@R1Armadill0
As a child of the 80's, why have I never heard this before now??!! Love it!! ...from old skool Ministry (With Sympathy) to this? yes please!!
@WhitePlayer3D
Becouse it was made in 2017
@nuwver7884
When you lose yourself in the music and don’t want to come back to real life... one of my favorite songs.
@bremzen4777
Be sure to check out Clan of Xymox if you like this.