Egg (2): An Electro… Read Full Bio ↴Egg (1): An early British progressive rock band.
Egg (2): An Electronic artist featuring Mr. White and Mr. Yolk. This duo based in Montreal (Canada) is formed by Guillaume Coutu Dumont and Julien Roy... (see more below)
Egg (3): Pop-rock band from the late 80's featuring Chris Ballew (The Presidents of the United States of America) and Phil Franklin. Other members include Dale Peyser & Llyod Dyson.
Egg (4): See The Egg.
EGG (5): A noisecore project from California (myspace.com/eggology).
Egg (6): Project of two female musicians from Groningen, Netherlands.
1. Egg, The Canterbury band that released only three organ-prominent albums! After guitarist Steve Hillage left the band Uriel (also known as Arzachel), the other members, keyboardist Dave Stewart (organ, piano and tone generator) , bassist Mont Campbell (also organ, piano and French Horn), and drummer Clive Brooks reformed themselves as a trio. They released a pair of eccentric, complex, mostly-instrumental albums in 1969 (Egg) and 1970 (The Polite Force) before splitting up. Stewart joined Hatfield & the North at that time, and Egg reformed briefly to record one more album, The Civil Surface, in 1974. Their music is very structured and composed, with classical pieces Johann Sebastian Bach and some light jazzy influences.
2. Julien Roy is known for his work behind the renown artistic collective Artificiel and has releases on the Oral and PeP labels. Until recently known more as a percussionist, Guillaume Coutu Dumont's experiences as a session musician have taken him from the International Jazz Festival of Montreal to the jazz festival of St-Louis (Senegal) and the recording of 3 albums. Together as Egg, they have successfully set themselves at the intersection of multiple influences -- guided by a distinct experimental interest, Egg craft a blend of acoustic instrumentation, tinged with the elements of dub and micro-house, which result in an insatiable amalgamation of infectious body-music. Over a year in the making, their debut full-length, Don't Postpone Joy presents a softly subversive musical universe that is both playful and carefully calibrated to open itself upon repeated listens. Egg have truly defined a signature of their own that compliments the fellow artists in their community, but justly remarks them as a force to be reckoned with in the global electronic scene.
6. Multi-instrumentalist and singer Wendelmoet (former Buzz Aldrin) and bassplayer and singer Barbara (former Benjamin B. and SevenHz) released a 3-inch cd with five miniature songs recorded at home. Up till now it seems to have been a one time effort...
Seven Is a Jolly Good Time
Egg Lyrics
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Recently I've realised the folly of it all
So grim a thought disturbed me, upset my decent mind
I started writing songs in all the rhythms I could find
Like five...
Seven is a jolly good time, seven is a jolly good time
It's such a very good sign to play in seven time
It's such a very good sign to play in seven time
I found it hard to follow, my foot became confused
My facial muscles echoed the rhythms that I used
And now I found my métier playing in a group
I gather all the notes up and jump them through a hoop
As in eleven...
Seven is a jolly good time, seven is a jolly good time
It's such a very good sign to play in seven time
Seven is a jolly good time, seven is a jolly good time
It's such a very good sign to play in seven time
It really doesn't matter
It really doesn't matter
It really doesn't matter
It really doesn't matter
(repeat)
Seven is a jolly good time, seven is a jolly good time
It's such a very good sign to play in seven time
Seven is a jolly good time, seven is a jolly good time
It's such a very good sign to play in jolly old seven time
In "Seven Is A Jolly Good Time," Egg frontman Dave Stewart sings about his love for playing music in odd time signatures. The song starts with Stewart reflecting on his early musical experiences, when he played in the common 4/4 time signature. He then expresses how he began to branch out and experiment with different time signatures, ultimately finding a special affinity for 7/8 time. Despite the complexity of the rhythm, Stewart finds joy in playing in this time signature and encourages others to explore music beyond the standard 4/4 beat.
The lyrics of "Seven Is A Jolly Good Time" showcase Stewart's humorous and lighthearted approach to music-making. He recognizes that playing in odd time signatures can be challenging, as evidenced by his "upset" mind and "confused" foot. However, he ultimately embraces the challenge and encourages others to do the same, proclaiming that "seven is a jolly good time" and "such a very good sign to play in jolly old seven time." The repetition of the chorus highlights Stewart's enthusiasm for this particular time signature.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to play in four time when I was very small
When I was young, I used to play music in 4/4 time signature.
Recently I've realised the folly of it all
However, I have now realized that there are many rhythms and styles of music to explore.
So grim a thought disturbed me, upset my decent mind
The idea of limiting myself to only one time signature disturbed me.
I started writing songs in all the rhythms I could find
As a result, I began exploring and experimenting with different time signatures in my songwriting.
Like five...
For example, I started incorporating 5/4 time in my music.
Seven is a jolly good time, seven is a jolly good time
I have found that playing in 7/4 time signature is enjoyable and fun.
It's such a very good sign to play in seven time
In fact, playing in 7/4 time is a positive indication of musical exploration and growth.
I found it hard to follow, my foot became confused
Initially, I struggled to keep up with the rhythm, and my body movements became disjointed and confused.
My facial muscles echoed the rhythms that I used
Even my facial muscles began to move along with the beat, showing how deeply the rhythm had affected me.
And now I found my métier playing in a group
Eventually, I found that playing in a group helped me find my musical niche in jazz and other styles that embrace odd time signatures.
I gather all the notes up and jump them through a hoop
I take advantage of the unique opportunities offered by 7/4 time signature to create playful and dynamic music.
As in eleven...
I also experiment with even more complex time signatures, like 11/8.
It really doesn't matter
Ultimately, what matters most is my enjoyment of music and my creative expression, regardless of the time signature.
(repeat)
Contributed by Colton M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@edenontheair4168
a battler pfp uploading egg makes sense, idk how but it does
@kingdhansak
I've had the three Egg albums on vinyl for years, but have never heard this until now. Most excellent
@MSMediaRotterdam
Only on 7 inch at the time...
@BenjaminMankowski
I fried an egg this morning, but stepped away from it after putting it in a plate. My son asks "Whose egg?" I replied, "A 1970s prgressive rock band responsible for the song 'Seven Is a Jolly Good Time.'" Then I had to come listen to the song.
@clivebaldwin3809
Wonderful! (but you are seriously bonkers, and why not!?)
@annejean-philippeotton8073
Dedicated to all those who think that light pop's always in 4/4...
@ivan2795
Good upload, thank you! Finally...
@Obstsalatissimo
some gentle giant in between...
@cybertronian2005
no, before them
@Kris.G
7/8
4/4
5/4
7/4
11/8
5/8
thank you Mont