1) Gob is a punk band fr… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists using the name "Gob".
1) Gob is a punk band from Burnaby, British Columbia formed in 1994. Their single I Hear You Calling was featured on Electronic Arts’s NHL 2002 video game. Other songs that have been featured in EA video games are Give Up the Grudge (Madden 2004), Oh! Ellin (NHL 2004), I’ve Been Up These Steps (NHL 2003), and Sick With You (NHL 2003). The band has appeared on several outdoor music festivals, the most well-known being Vans Warped Tour.
The roots of Gob trace back to Theo Goutzinakis (guitars, vocals) and Tom Thacker (guitars, vocals) meeting in high-school in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. There are rumors that the two had dated the same girl, though not simultaneously. With the addition of drummer Patrick Paszana, known to fans as “Wolfman Pat”, and bassist Kelly Macauley, the band released its self-titled, nine-track EP in 1994.
Due to personal differences, Kelly was replaced by Jamie Fawkes and in 1995 Gob released Too Late… No Friends. The album was a major breakthrough and saw the band earn a large following due to their unique videos, constant touring and their frenetic live performances. Shortly after releasing their first album, Gob released another limited-edition Green Beans and Almonds 7-inch containing four songs.
After allegedly abandoning the band mid-tour, leaving Gob to play the remaining dates as a three-piece, Jamie was asked to leave and was temporarily replaced by Happy Kreter, a friend of the band, until a permanent replacement was found in Craig Wood. In 1997, a 7-inch Gob/McRackins split release was pressed, along with Ass Seen on TV, a Gob/Another Joe split release.
As Gob begun work on their second album, Pat had a daughter and decided to leave the band to spend time with his family. Gabe Mantle (formerly of Vancouver hardcore band Brand New Unit) took over on drums, and the band recorded How Far Shallow Takes You. The album had a darker, more personal tone and had a heavier sound than Gob had produced in the past. The album sold well in Canada, and the band obtained a strong loyal fanbase. Singles from the album included “Beauville” and “What To Do”.
Gob covered The Rolling Stones’ “Paint It Black”, which was featured in the film, Stir of Echoes starring Kevin Bacon and can be heard in the 2004 miniseries ’Salem’s Lot.
The band released The World According To Gob, in 2001. This album was Gob’s most successful album to date. The sound took a slight departure from their early punk rock sound and displayed growth in their songwriting and in their musicianship. Singles released from WATG include “For The Moment”, “I Hear You Calling”, and “No Regrets”.
In 2002, Gob recorded the F.U. EP, “Ming Tran” was released as a single for the EP which also featured re-recorded version of a classic Gob song “Soda”, 2 exclusive tracks, “L.A Song”, “Sick With You” as well as new tracks from the forthcoming full-length Foot In Mouth Disease, which was released on Arista Records in April 2003. Singles from Foot in Mouth Disease included “Give Up The Grudge” and “Oh! Ellin”.
In 2004, Wood left the band to play guitar for Canadian superstar Avril Lavigne. The band have since recruited a bassist known only to fans as “Peter Pan” or, more commonly, Tyson, as Gob’s members are on a ‘first-name basis’ with their fans. (All albums credit the musicians simply by their first names, as well.)
In early 2009 the band toured Canada, after which, in April, Tom joined up with Sum 41 for their Japanese and US tour.
In an interview with AMP Magazine, guitarist Theo Goutzinakis has revealed that the band already started writing for their next album, which will be probably released in 2010. Tom has also revealed that he and Theo are currently in the studio, producing the first record by new Vancouver alternative rock band Floodlight.
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/gob
Gob's official fansite: http://www.gobfans.com
Gob (The Canadian Band)
2) Gob was also a sludgey noise rock / hardcore band (with later leanings to a more aggressive, power-violence sound) from the Reno, Nevada featuring now guitarist of Iron Lung, Jon Kortland.
They released two full lengths, "Winkie" (1993) and "The Kill Yourself Commandment" (1999), one self titled 7”, split 7”s with Agoraphobic Nosebleed, Sloth, Wink Martindale, Designer, Loadstar and Freakazoid Robot 2000, a split 5” with Spazz, a single sided 7" and featured on many compilations.
Ming Tran
Gob Lyrics
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I see what it takes
To cut through the bull shit
To cut to the chase
And when I get up
I won't forget
The place that you left me
The place thar you left
Better run away, run away
Cause you know I can't wait till for next time
You better run away, run away
For nothing's gonna save you the next time
And when I catch up
It will be grand
I'll set a trap for you
I just can't wait
One of these days
One of these days
My friend Ming Tran will kick you right in the face
Better run away, run away
Cause you know I can't wait for the next time
You better run away
For nothing's gonna save you the next time
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One of these days
I'll get my revenge
My friend Ming Tran will kick you right in the face
Better run away, run away
Cause you know I can't wait for the next time
You better run away, run away
For nothing's gonna save you the next time
Better run away, run away
Cause you know I can't wait for the next time
You better run away
For nothing's gonna save you the next time
The lyrics to Gob's song Ming Tran are about revenge and standing up for oneself. The first stanza talks about the aftermath of being knocked down and getting back up, with the determination not to forget where the person who knocked them down left them. The chorus warns the person who initially knocked the singer down to run away because the singer is coming for revenge, and nothing will save them the next time. The bridge talks about setting a trap and waiting for the right time, and then introduces the character of Ming Tran who will kick the person in the face. The final chorus repeats the warning to run away, and the final line of the song talks about getting revenge through Ming Tran's actions.
The lyrics paint a picture of someone who has been hurt and is seeking revenge, with a sense of determination and willingness to fight back. The introduction of Ming Tran as the instrument of revenge creates an interesting narrative and adds to the overall message of standing up for oneself. The song has a fast tempo and punk rock sound, which adds to the intensity and anger in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Flat on my face
After falling down, I understand the effort required to get up and overcome obstacles.
I see what it takes
Through my failure, I realize the necessary qualities one must possess in order to succeed.
To cut through the bull shit
To sift through distractions and superficial factors, and focus on the core issue.
To cut to the chase
To get straight to the point without wasting time on irrelevant details.
And when I get up
After overcoming my challenges and getting back on my feet,
I won't forget
I will remember the struggle and the lesson it taught me.
The place that you left me
The spot where you betrayed or abandoned me.
The place thar you left
The location of the offense that I intend to rectify.
Better run away, run away
You should flee because I seek revenge and won't let you escape next time.
Cause you know I can't wait till for next time
I am extremely eager to get even with you, and won't let you off the hook twice.
For nothing's gonna save you the next time
There's nothing you can do to avoid my retaliation, so brace yourself.
And when I catch up
When I finally track you down and confront you,
It will be grand
It will be a glorious and satisfying moment when justice is served.
I'll set a trap for you
I will prepare a clever and cunning scheme to ensnare and expose you.
I just can't wait
I am enthralled by the thought of finally avenging myself and defeating you.
One of these days
At some point in the future,
My friend Ming Tran will kick you right in the face
My ally Ming Tran will administer retribution against you in an aggressive and decisive manner.
Better run away
You should flee because I am on a mission to get revenge and won't rest until I do.
For nothing's gonna save you the next time
There's no escaping my wrath, so you better watch your back.
One of these days
At some point in time,
I'll get my revenge
I will finally execute my plan of vengeance against those who wronged me.
Better run away, run away
You should flee because I am coming for you and won't relent until I've achieved my goal.
Cause you know I can't wait for the next time
I am eagerly anticipating my chance to get justice, and won't let you off the hook twice.
Better run away
You should flee because I am determined and unrelenting in my quest for revenge.
For nothing's gonna save you the next time
You have no chance of evading my wrath, so beware.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CRAIG WOOD, GABE MANTLE, THEO GOUTZINAKIS, TOM THACKER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Erries
These guys are still legends!
Keep coming back to get my GOB fix
tobyDizzle
gob went to my highschool, i use to play ball hockey with them
D Palmer
Ball hockey being innuendo for playing with their cocknballs. good olde gay canadian fun, those where the days. I was born after the 80s so I missed out on all that fun sadly. darn internet. Gob was also innuendo for the loads they would gargle in HS too from what I remember!
BeothukRuins
And still a killer song. Almost 25 years later!!! Love this band
Adam Howard
I used to blast this on the stereo when I was like 13 and the funny thing is my cousin found the song amusing because she had a friend named Minh Tran
tijia
This song rocks
brennand61
dude, like when i was 14 i heard i've been up these steps on NHL 2004, i had to get this album, im from the north of England, and i was so lucky when i went downt to London and I find foot in mouth disease, it is without question, the best decision i've ever made
yoyube
This song is fucking awesome.
Phillip Roberts
This song cracked me up when I first heard it! Was such an epic start, then just.....well, bitch'll kick ya in the face!
Hitman0002
omfg wat back play back!!! im 26 and this song still rules!!!!!