Before they were signed to a major label, they released an EP titled Richter. Many of the songs on Richter are demo versions of songs on their full length debut, Goldfinger, which was released in 1996. Their biggest single was "Here in Your Bedroom", though they also gained recognition from their song Superman, which was featured in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (1) video game. (Their song "Spokesman" was also included in the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 video game) Though their second album, Hang-Ups, was less successful, the band still maintained a devoted fanbase in the hardcore community. Their third studio LP was Stomping Ground, which sold poorly in the US but was a modest hit in some European countries, thanks to their cover of Nena's "99 Red Balloons" sung partly in German. 99 Red Balloons was also featured in Gran Turismo 3 A-Spec, as well as the movie Eurotrip. Their next album, Open Your Eyes (2002), was the first for their new record label, Jive/Zomba.
Frontman John Feldmann has produced records for Mest, The Used (whose vocalist Bert McCracken sang some guest vocals on 'Open Your Eyes' and 'Ocean Size') and Story of the Year. He also produced Good Charlotte's single "The Anthem" (whose guitarist Benji Madden provides guest vocals on 'January'), which was originally named "Oracle of Elcaro". He also signed the band Unloco with Maverick Records. In early 2005, they released their first album for their new label, titled "Disconnection Notice". It featured the single "Wasted".
Former band members include bassist Simon Williams, who left the band following Hang-Ups (replaced by Kelly Lemieux), and Brian Arthur, who left the band following Disconnection Notice.
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S.M.P.
Goldfinger Lyrics
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Blowing across your face
It's not the kill, it's the thrill of the chase
It's like being in bed with the girl of your dreams
Or eating a pint of Ben & Jerry's ice cream
Well you can kick me in the knee with your ski or your boot
Well that's cool on your head all root
Here to state the fact that skiers must perish
The lyrics of Goldfinger's song S.M.P. seem to speak to the exhilaration experienced in certain activities or thrills. The song opens acknowledging the cold wind, which can sometimes feel harsh, but it's almost invigorating. It's that feeling of adrenaline one gets when doing something daring, which is often more stimulating than the actual reward. The lyrics then go on to compare this feeling to being with the girl of your dreams or eating a pint of Ben & Jerry's ice cream. Both experiences can feel extraordinary or downright comforting, and the same could be said about the sense of adventure.
The song then goes on to talk about the thrill of being kicked while skiing, which may sound odd, but if endured during a wild ski trip, it adds to the adrenaline rush. The song even exclaims that skiers must perish, suggesting that it's a dangerous pursuit but also maybe hinting at the rush of doing something risky. Overall, the lyrics seem to reflect a sense of enjoyment in pushing boundaries, and the adrenaline rush it brings.
* Goldfinger's S.M.P. stands for Ski Mask Pilots.
* The song was released in 1997.
* It was included in the soundtrack of the video game, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2.
* The chorus of the song was used in the German trailer for the Jackie Chan movie, Who Am I?.
* S.M.P. has been covered by various bands, including Less Than Jake and Reel Big Fish.
* John Feldmann, the lead singer of Goldfinger, has said that the song is meant to celebrate the fun aspect of skiing and snowboarding.
* In an interview with Punknews.org, John Feldmann also said that the song was inspired by the Warren Miller skiing movies.
* The song features on the band's second album, Hang-Ups.
* S.M.P. has been described as a "classic skate punk song", reflecting the band's roots in the skate punk scene.
* The video for the song features footage of the band skiing and snowboarding.
Chords:
Intro: E A E A (x2)
Verse: E A E A (x3) G A E
Chorus: A E (x3) G A E (x2)
Line by Line Meaning
There's something 'bout the cold wind
The cold wind has a certain effect
Blowing across your face
It makes a sensation on the skin
It's not the kill, it's the thrill of the chase
The excitement comes from the pursuit, not the end result
It's like being in bed with the girl of your dreams
The feeling is comparable to being intimate with one's ideal partner
Or eating a pint of Ben & Jerry's ice cream
It's as satisfying as indulging in a delicious dessert
Well you can kick me in the knee with your ski or your boot
Physical pain inflicted by skiing equipment does not bother me
Well that's cool on your head all root
I don't care about being hit by a ski or boot
This is something that I will always cherish
The experiences described are memorable and valuable to the artist
Here to state the fact that skiers must perish
It is a declaration that skiers should be eliminated
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN WILLIAM FELDMANN
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