#1: Dead is a death m… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 9 acts using the name Dead:
#1: Dead is a death metal/grindcore band formed in Nuremberg, Bavaria, Germany in early May 1990 by Uwe (b/v), Dany (g/v) & Peter (d/v). Main target at that time was playing Gore/Grind/Death in its rawest form ala good old (!) Carcass, Pungent Stench, etc. But lyrically it was totally replaced after the release of the 2nd 7”ep “Slaves to abysmal perversity” by the nowadays well-known dirty humor.. DEAD split up on 22nd May 1998 - on their last gig at the “FTC II” – Festival. Without any promotion, DEAD was invited for one single surprise-gig in their hometown Nuremberg in winter 2001 ( see “Saturdaynight Grind Fever 2001” ep). 3 years later DEAD was reformed for an invitation in Japan by Obliteration Rec. to do a mini tour in October 2004.
After this happening the rumor was spread that DEAD would be back again, of course. Many offers for live gigs in 2005 followed, but Peter didn’t want to play for the band anymore as he (still) had besides other bands that he liked more to join. The result of this decision was that Christoph (also drummer of Maggot Shoes) had been quickly implemented in the band as a firm member to keep DEAD and its tradition alive...
#2: The remainder of the band the Grateful Dead now tour as simply the Dead in respect to Jerry Garcia, who died late in 1995. Since then, whenever the rest of the band goes on tour they are simply 'The Dead.'
#3: International depressive black metal / ambient band formed in 2008 as a side-project by three different bands; All the Cold (Rus), Black Hate (Mex) and Fornicatus (Fin). With lyrical themes surrounding pain, failure and solitude the band released a demo called "Hanging Illusions" on tape in 2009.
B.G. and J. are from Mexico, Morbid and Deimos are from Finland, and Nordsjel and Winter are from Russia.
#4: American minimal ambient producer (sometimes referred to as is...dead)
#5 A classic old school death metal band formed in 1984 from Florida. Had strong ties with Amon, Executioner, Brutality and Morbid Angel.
#6: Former member of black metal band Mayhem. He commited suicide in 1991.
#7: Sludge/Punk duo from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Jem on drums and Jace on bass/vocals
http://deadsounds.com/
#8: Melodic Hardcore band from Gävle, Sweden http://www.myspace.com/deadhardcore
#9: French post-punk/noise band formed in 2013.
Loser
Dead Lyrics
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I could arm a town the size of Abilene
Don't you push me baby,
'Cause I'm all alone and you know I'm only in it for the gold
All that I am asking for is ten gold dollars
And I could pay you back with one good hand
You can look around about the wide world over
Last fair deal in the country,
Sweet Suzie, last fair deal in the town
Put your gold money where your love is baby,
Before you let my deal go down
Don't you push me baby, 'cause I'm all alone
Well I know a little something you won't ever know
Don't you touch hard liquor, just a cup of cold coffee
I'm gonna get up in the morning and go
Everybody prayin' and drinkin' that wine
I can tell the queen of diamonds by the way she shines
Come to daddy on the inside straight,
Well I got no chance of losin' this time
Last fair deal in the country,
Last fair deal in the town
Put your gold money where your love is baby,
Before you let my deal go down
Everybody prayin' and drinkin' that wine
I can tell the queen of diamonds by the way she shines
Come to daddy on the inside straight,
Well I got no chance of losin' this time.
The lyrics of Dead's song Loser are full of metaphors and hidden meanings. The first verse is a metaphor that describes the singer's success in life as drawing aces, suggesting that he has lived a life of gambling and risk taking. The line "I could arm a town the size of Abilene" implies that the singer has had a lot of success in this risky lifestyle, and that he has accumulated a significant amount of resources as a result. However, the second part of the verse, "Don't you push me baby, 'cause I'm all alone and you know I'm only in it for the gold," suggests that the singer is feeling vulnerable and is warning others not to push him to his limits.
The second verse is about the singer's desire for money, it shows how the singer is willing to go to great lengths to obtain it. He asks for "ten gold dollars" and promises to pay them back with one good hand. This is another metaphor, referring to his gambling skills. He then goes on to state that he is the only honest man out there, and that he cannot be found anywhere else in the world.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Last fair deal in the country" and "Sweet Suzie, last fair deal in the town," which are both metaphors suggesting that the singer's offer is the last honest deal available. The chorus also urges the listener to "Put your gold money where your love is baby, before you let my deal go down," suggesting that they should invest in his offer before it is too late.
Overall, the song Loser is a commentary on the struggle for success and the lengths people will go to obtain it. It is a reflection of the singer's perspective and attitude towards life.
Line by Line Meaning
If I had a gun for every ace I have drawn,
I have won so many games of cards that if I had a gun for each victory, I could arm an entire town.
I could arm a town the size of Abilene
The number of aces I have drawn is so high that it exceeds what would be necessary to arm a large town, such as Abilene.
Don't you push me baby,
Don't try to pressure or manipulate me, darling,
'Cause I'm all alone and you know I'm only in it for the gold
because I'm on my own and you know I'm only interested in getting rich.
All that I am asking for is ten gold dollars
All I want from you is ten dollars in gold,
And I could pay you back with one good hand
which I could repay with just one successful hand of cards.
You can look around about the wide world over
You can search all over the world,
And you'll never find another honest man.
and you won't find another man as trustworthy as me.
Last fair deal in the country,
The last fair game of cards in the country,
Sweet Suzie, last fair deal in the town
The final chance to play fairly in this town, my dear Suzie,
Put your gold money where your love is baby,
Invest your money in what you truly care about, my dear,
Before you let my deal go down
before you miss your chance to play a game with me.
Well I know a little something you won't ever know
I have knowledge that you will never possess,
Don't you touch hard liquor, just a cup of cold coffee
You shouldn't drink strong alcohol, just a cup of cold coffee,
I'm gonna get up in the morning and go
I will wake up early in the morning and leave.
Everybody prayin' and drinkin' that wine
Everyone is praying and drinking wine,
I can tell the queen of diamonds by the way she shines
I can easily recognize the queen of diamonds from the way it shines.
Come to daddy on the inside straight,
I have good chances of winning with an inside straight,
Well I got no chance of losin' this time
so I'm confident that I won't lose this time.
Put your gold money where your love is baby,
Invest your money in what you truly care about, my dear,
Before you let my deal go down
before you miss your chance to play a game with me.
Everybody prayin' and drinkin' that wine
Everyone is praying and drinking wine,
I can tell the queen of diamonds by the way she shines
I can easily recognize the queen of diamonds from the way it shines.
Come to daddy on the inside straight,
I have good chances of winning with an inside straight,
Well I got no chance of losin' this time.
so I'm confident that I won't lose this time.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JEROME J. GARCIA, ROBERT C. HUNTER
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Grateful Dead
"When Loser was 'on,' the song was sung with conviction and passion, and the instrumental segment built to a massive crescendo, one of those moments that indicated the band was having a great night. In the late 1980s into the early 1990s, there were several versions of Loser that fit this bill. The Albany rendition from 3/24/90 gets a lot of the mentions, but this one from the previous summer is every bit as great." - David Lemieux
Lukefish
Thank you! 😀⚡️🙂
Graham Skardon
Yep, for me, the '89 Riverfront Coliseum "Loser" was the template that Jerry would use throughout that period until reaching a climax at Knickerbocker 3/24/90. Such a powerful tune!
Olga Tee
Love it❣️🌹🌞🌺👌Jerry so ‘easy’ he does it.. First time hear this one..2021!! True.. Great❣️
Charlie Kruger
@Graham Skardon I was there 3/24/90 absolutely my favorite loser
LosOsos D.H.
Indeed Dave!!
Christopher Christopher
I always felt like Brent was the musician Garcia needed in the GD. Sometimes it looks and sounds as if the two of them are just playing as a duo, and everyone else slides in around them. A great team.
Steven Paulus
The way they look at each other when they're locked in together says it all. I find myself rewatching any time Jerry makes that little smile from some move Brent made, it's always heartwarming to see and incredible to listen to. What a band.
juzagirl Ntheroom
I was a tour kid. And I kept up even into the post JG work and when I look back on it all, the times with Brent were my personal favorites, because of him being him. Jerry being Jerry, it all just meshed and vibed. Mesmerizing..
Dave Brown
Always thought the same thing. I was at this show it was one of Brents' best.