1. An alterna… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists that have used the name Electric Six
1. An alternative rock band from the United States
2. A musical group from South Africa
1. Electric Six is a six-piece Detroit-based rock band consisting of Dick Valentine (vocals), Tait Nucleus? (synthesizers), Johhny Na$hinal (guitar), Da Ve (guitar), Percussion World (drums), and Smorgasboard (bass) who play a mix of rock, funk and disco.
The band's first notorious formation comprised Valentine, Rock and Roll Indian (guitar), Surge Joebot (guitar), Disco (bass, former member of Detroit Cobras), and M (drums). Dick Valentine (real name Tyler Spencer) has always been the primary songwriter (both music and lyrics) of Electric Six, currently and under their former incarnation, when they were known as the Wildbunch. During the band's temporary split at the end of the 1990s, Spencer formed his own band called The Dirty Shame and released one CD entitled Smog Cutter Love Story which featured, among other tracks, a first version of Fire track "Vengeance and Fashion". The band reformed by 2001 to record and release the first release of 'Danger! High Voltage' and record the track 'Dealin' With Death N' Stealin' In The Name Of The Lord' with Troy Gregory for his Sybil album.
Electric Six fuses rock and punk with the laid-back funky rhythms and falsetto vocals of disco, and a distinctly comic touch. However, they tend to reject such genre classifications as disco-metal and disco punk. They formed the band in 1996 and were initially known as The Wildbunch, eventually dropping that name due to pressure from the Bristol trip-hop collection of the same name. Throughout the latter half of the '90s, they played about once a month at the Magic Bag in Ferndale, Magic Stick, and the now-defunct Gold Dollar in Detroit, the center of a scene that produced breakout acts like the White Stripes.
Electric Six's 2002 breakout single "Danger! High Voltage" was an infectious dance-rock number, and Jack White from The White Stripes helped sing back up vocals to this track. White has denied this, though Spencer has confirmed it in several interviews. The single reached number 2 on the UK singles chart, and they enjoy icon status in that nation.
Their second single, "Gay Bar", released in 2003, became a hit as well in the UK, reaching #5 in the charts and further aided the group's growth. Curiously, in the American Radio Edit of this track, The words "Nuclear War" are censored with whip-crack sound effects. After fulfilling their recording duties (namely their debut album) three members left in June, leaving Dick Valentine, Tait Nucleus? (synthesizer), and M.
The Colonel (Zach Shipps, guitar, ex-member of Brendan Benson and Mood Elevator), John R Dequindre (guitar and whose stage name is a combination of two Detroit streets) and Frank Lloyd Bonaventure (bass) subsequently joined the group, though they had all been credited on the album and most had been associated with the group for some time. At that time, they were touring in the UK, and they managed to seamlessly replace the members without interrupting the gigs. In time, Johnny Na$hinal joined the group on guitar, Dequindre switched to bass, and Bonaventure switched to law school.
The band's sophomore album, Señor Smoke, was released in the UK on February 14, 2005. Percussion World replaced M on drums around the same time.
The first single from the album put the band at the center of controversy, especially with Queen fans following a cover of the Queen hit song "Radio Ga Ga". The controversial music video shows lead singer Dick Valentine as the ghost of Queen's flamboyant lead singer Freddie Mercury and a backing band of poodles. Queen drummer Roger Taylor, who wrote the song, said that he was "unimpressed" with the video; however, Queen guitarist Brian May reportedly liked it. Electric Six claims they were contractually obligated to commit the song to the album. Issues with Warner Brothers caused a switch to Metropolis Records, who released Señor Smoke in the US.
Switzerland was released in September 2006. A plethora of videos have also been released, and a fan contribution contest led to the video for the single "I Buy the Drugs."
I Shall Exterminate Everything Around Me That Restricts Me From Being the Master was released in October 2007. Their next album, titled Flashy, was released in October 2008. In October 2009, their sixth album, KILL, was released. The 7th album, Zodiac was released on September 28, 2010, with one tour-exclusive single ("Jam it in the Hole") and the 8th, Heartbeats and Brainwaves, on October 11th 2011.
A double live album is set for release in 2012.
2. Electric Six was a Soweto-based South African combo active in the 1960s and 1970s
Bleed for the Artist
Electric Six Lyrics
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He was young and hungry king
He spent a lot of time in his room, staring at the moon
And he loved to hear the young girls sing
Remember as you bleed for the artist
He only goes the hardest way
And as you plead for him to start this
So let the criticism start and blow that poison dart
You never disrespect the artist or his art
It's such a tender heart the one that creates the art
Sixty-nine dudes just to get you in the mood
I got some issues with your style, girl
If my desires do intrude this pleasant interlude
I'll probably stay here a little while, girl
And now you bleed for the artist
Though it might not be the smartest play
And as you try to tear apart this
You live to hear the artist say, "I love you!"
So let the nihilism start and read a little Sartre
You never deselect the artist or his art
It's such a wild heart the one that bleeds the art
Descend these scales of hollow chorus dressed girls
Of angels on my heart, statues of males and Christs adorn,
But begs the question "Is this art?"
Hey, bleed for the artist he only goes the hardest way
And as you plead for him to start this
You live to hear the artist say, "That's right!"
So throw your items in the cart and burn the Super Mart
You can never separate the artist from the art
What finally stopped my heart
Where to start?
Where to start?
Where to start?
We are the young and hungry patrons of the arts
We are the young and hungry patrons of the arts
What finally stopped my heart
What finally stopped my heart
Goo, goo, goo, goo, goo, goo
Electric Six's song "Bleed for the Artist" talks about the idea of art and the artist. The Pharaoh's tombs are used as a symbol for the artist's mind, which has many rooms full of ideas waiting to be transformed into art. The young and hungry king who loved to hear the young girls sing represents the artist who can be lost in his own world of creativity. The lyrics urge the audience to bleed for the artist, which means to understand and appreciate the effort and passion that goes behind every piece of art. It also implies that artists put themselves on the line when they create, as they pour out their emotions and thoughts which can, at times, be vulnerable. The artist is often criticized for their work, but the lyrics point out that it's essential to remember they create every piece of work with a wild, tender, and passionate heart. The overall message is that art must be respected, and the true essence of it lies in the emotions and expressions of the artist.
Line by Line Meaning
Ninety-nine rooms in the Pharaoh's tombs
There were 99 rooms in the Pharaoh's tomb.
He was young and hungry king
The Pharaoh was a young and ambitious leader.
He spent a lot of time in his room, staring at the moon
The Pharaoh would often spend time alone in his room, gazing at the moon.
And he loved to hear the young girls sing
The Pharaoh had a fondness for hearing young female singers.
Remember as you bleed for the artist
Keep in mind that as you sacrifice for the artist.
He only goes the hardest way
The artist is determined to take the most difficult path.
And as you plead for him to start this
As you beg the artist to begin.
You live to hear the artist to say, "I love you!"
You desire to hear the artist express their love for you.
So let the criticism start and blow that poison dart
Allow the criticism to commence and let the negative comments fly.
You never disrespect the artist or his art
Don't show contempt for the artist or their work.
It's such a tender heart the one that creates the art
The artist has a sensitive heart, which is used to create artworks.
Sixty-nine dudes just to get you in the mood
It took 69 people to create the right ambiance.
I got some issues with your style, girl
I have some problems with your approach or manner.
If my desires do intrude this pleasant interlude
If my wishes cause a disturbance during this enjoyable time.
I'll probably stay here a little while, girl
I might linger around for a short time.
And now you bleed for the artist
Now you sacrifice for the artist.
Though it might not be the smartest play
Even though it may not be the wisest move.
And as you try to tear apart this
And as you attempt to dismantle this.
You live to hear the artist say, "I love you!"
You crave to hear the artist say they love you.
So let the nihilism start and read a little Sartre
Get ready for some pessimism and read some Jean-Paul Sartre.
You never deselect the artist or his art
Never unselect the artist or their artwork.
It's such a wild heart the one that bleeds the art
The heart that bleeds the art is a passionate one.
Descend these scales of hollow chorus dressed girls
Go down this list of empty, beautiful singers.
Of angels on my heart, statues of males and Christs adorn
My heart is decorated with angelic figures, male statues, and crucifixes.
But begs the question "Is this art?"
However, it makes one wonder whether or not it is actually art.
Hey, bleed for the artist he only goes the hardest way
Come on, sacrifice for the artist who always takes the most challenging path.
And as you plead for him to start this
And as you beg the artist to begin this.
You live to hear the artist say, "That's right!"
You exist to hear the artist acknowledge that you are correct.
So throw your items in the cart and burn the Super Mart
So put your things in the trolley and set the large store on fire.
You can never separate the artist from the art
Never can you divide the artist from their artwork.
What finally stopped my heart
What ultimately made my heart stop beating.
Where to start?
Where should I begin?
We are the young and hungry patrons of the arts
We are avid and ambitious supporters of the arts.
What finally stopped my heart
What ultimately made my heart stop beating.
Goo, goo, goo, goo, goo, goo
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Christina Marie
remember as you bleed for the artist he only goes the highest way ah--aaa
and as you bleed for him to start this , you live to hear the artist say , i love youu
so let the criticism start, and blow that poison dart.
you never disrespect the artist or his art
it's such a tender heart, the one that creates the art :)
69 dudes just to get you in the mood , I got some issues with your style girl
if my desire's to intrude this pleasant interlude, i'll probably stay here a little while girl
and now you bleed for the artist!, though it might not be the smartest play!
aah--aaa and as you try to tear apart this, you live to hear the artist say, I love you
so let the ?nihilism? start, and ? ???
you never deselect the artist or his art
its such a wild heart , the one that bleeds the art <3
descending scales of ??? angels on my heart, statues of males and ?? ? that begs the question Is This aaaarrt?!?
JadKni
This is becoming my favorite song on Heartbeats and Brainwaves. I didn't think much of it the first listen but it's growing on me.
Joe Darby
Oh my fuck, this song had me laughing my head off! in a great way that is! These guys are freaking so underated yet musical geniuses haha!
Alpha J-Svr
Best track on the album. <3
Sexy Trash
when he said "googoogoogoo"
i felt that
GalaxyLukaGamer
Great fucking song! ❤️
GalaxyLukaGamer
Grest fucking band!
CommandereON
This is some deep shiznit! \m/
Taylor-Ray
I have not listened to one song by these guys I didn't like.
kmudle
Haha this song ends with someone in the background going "I thought... is that, the end of the song?"
Christina Marie
OMG I JUST WROTE ALL THE FUCKING LYRICS AND IT switched to the next track in my playlist fuck. ok.. :sigh: i got this. 99 rooms in the pharoahs tomb, he was a young and hungry king, he spent a lot of time in his room , staring at the moon & he loved to hear the young girls sing... read replies for lyrics