Their album "Ridin' the Tiger" in 1997, released on the White Jazz record label, marked a significant breakthrough both artistically and commercially, positioning them among the leaders of the Scandinavian hard rock movement. "Basement Apes," their fourth album, signed with Sony Music, and "Automatic Thrill" became their best-selling record.
Gluecifer performed at notable events such as the 2004 Quart Festival, opening for Monster Magnet. However, the band announced their breakup in July 2005, despite being considered one of Norway's successful rock bands. Their impact extended beyond music, with contributions to the Norwegian film "Izzat," featuring their song "Desolate City" on the 2008 compilation album "Kings of Rock - Best Of And Rarities."
Following the breakup, members pursued individual projects, including Captain Poon forming the band Bloodlights in 2006. Gluecifer's music was also featured in the soundtrack of the film "The Social Network" with the song "Black Book Lodge." In 2015, Gluecifer's studio albums were re-released on Captain Poon's label, Konkurs Productions. The following year, Captain Poon toured as the guitarist for Marky Ramone's Blitzkrieg. In 2017, Gluecifer reunited for several festival appearances in 2018 and reunion shows in Oslo.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gluecifer
Discography
Ridin' the Tiger (1997)
Soaring with Eagles at Night, to Rise with the Pigs in the Morning (1998)
Tender Is the Savage (2000)
Basement Apes (2002)
Automatic Thrill (2004)
Desolate City
Gluecifer Lyrics
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Scheming dildos dressed like Keef
Dealing tragedy and false beliefs
We are liars we are thieves
We're the dark street at two am
The creeping fears yeah we are them
So put your face on you ball of phlegm
Turn the heat up on my soul
Turn it up cause I'm feeling so cold
Slow night in a desolate city
And it hits like a slap in the face
We're the dark horse this is the race
Slow night in a desolate city
We are lions in a cage
Pet tigers fueled on rage
We're the moonlight we're the clouds
We are losers, we are proud
We are magic we are class
A hand with knuckles made of brass
We are good times, turned bad
We are the action you never had
Turn the heat up on my soul
Turn it up cause I'm feeling so cold
Slow night in a desolate city
And it hits like a slap in the face
We're the dark horse this is the race
Slow night in a desolate city
(break)
We are the sunlight we are the storm
We're the idea and the form
We are loving we are rape
We are magic caught on tape
We are splinters from a glass
We're the greatest we suck ass
We're united and torn apart
We are the ending - and the start
So turn the heat up cause I'm feeling so cold
Turn it up till it burns my soul
Turn the heat up on my soul
Turn it up cause I'm feeling so cold
Slow night in a desolate city
And it hits me like a slap in the face
You're the dark horse I am the race
Slow night in a desolate city
Slow night Slow night Slow night in a desolate city ...
The song "Desolate City" by Gluecifer is a reflection of the dark element of society that exists within a city. The lyrics are about the deceitful and destructive personas of people, portraying them as liars, thieves, and schemers. The band describes these people as "scheming dildos dressed like Keef" with "false beliefs" that they impose on others. The lyrics also talk about the fear that we all have, the fear of walking alone on a dark street at 2 AM, which is a symbolic representation of the dark side lurking in the city.
The singer of the band describes himself and his cohorts as "the dark street at two am, the creeping fears," which is an implied form of acknowledging the shadow self that we all carry within us. Gluecifer brings out the metaphor of a "slow night in a desolate city" as an opportunity to reflect upon self and project upon the dark side of humanity. The "dark horse" mentioned in the lyrics is a challenger in the race, representing the force that can take us out of our comfort zone and push us to confront the monsters that lie within.
Line by Line Meaning
We are liars we are thieves
We are deceptive and untrustworthy individuals
Scheming dildos dressed like Keef
We are manipulative individuals who pretend to be Keith Richards
Dealing tragedy and false beliefs
We promote negative circumstances and misguided notions
We're the dark street at two am
We are physical embodiments of fear and darkness
The creeping fears yeah we are them
We are the source of fearful thoughts
So put your face on you ball of phlegm
Disgust is just one emotion you can feel around us
Turn the heat up on my soul
Increase the intensity of my emotions
Turn it up cause I'm feeling so cold
Increase the intensity of my emotions because I am currently feeling alone and isolated
Slow night in a desolate city
The present situation is unexciting and bleak
And it hits like a slap in the face
The realization of our mundane lives punches us in the face
We're the dark horse this is the race
We are the contenders to take control of our lives
We are lions in a cage
We are powerful beings trapped and unable to express it
Pet tigers fueled on rage
We have the strength of a tiger but the fury of a pet cat
We are the moonlight we are the clouds
We are elusive and mysterious as the moon and clouds
We are losers, we are proud
We are not winners but we are satisfied with ourselves
We are magic we are class
We have an aura of illusion and charisma
A hand with knuckles made of brass
We are tough and ready to confront any obstacle
We are good times, turned bad
We are capable of ruining a good experience
We are the action you never had
We are the missing element that can add excitement to your life
We are the sunlight we are the storm
We are the dual nature of destruction and creation
We're the idea and the form
We are the blueprint and the manifestation of it
We are loving we are rape
We can be both passionate and destructive in a relationship
We are magic caught on tape
We have an ineffable quality that can be preserved via art
We are splinters from a glass
We are small, sharp and can cause intense pain
We're the greatest we suck ass
We have an ego but we are also aware of our imperfections
We're united and torn apart
We are a duo that can also be at odds with each other
We are the ending - and the start
We have the power to end something or start anew
You're the dark horse I am the race
You're the challenger in this situation; I'll be the one who wins the day
Slow night Slow night Slow night in a desolate city ...
The night is excruciatingly boring
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ARNE C. SKAGEN, DANNY YOUNG, FRITHJOF JACOBSEN, ROLF YNGVE UGGEN
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@carlancos2010
This deserve more more of everything, is a hit! pure rock
@kargeth
One of the best songs I've listened to lately
@user-cd8iu5bw2e
Saw em in Berlin - one of the best rock gigs ever! Rock on brothers!
@rotten87
Let me see Gluecifer followed by Hellacopters and I will die in peace. This is fucking Rock'n'Roll!
@alfredodelafuente3132
THE KINGS OF ROCK´n´ROLL!!
@KarlitospunkOi
Fantastic band!
@stigmelheim8399
COME TO nORWAY TO SEE THEM? Give me your phonenumber
@michaelgraves9462
Pure Norwegian badass Rock´N´Roll!!!!
@8005010f
LOL
@mjarsel
So turn the heat up cause I’m feeling so cold !
Turn it up till it burns my soul !
Slow night in a desolate city
And it hits me like a slap in the face !!
You’re the dark horse - I am the race
Slow night in a desolate city, yeah!!