Talbot began playing solo, but from 1999 Gravenhurst toured extensively as a band. Gravenhurst's first full-band line up featured Dave Collingwood on drums, who also plays with Azalea City Penis Club, and bassist Paul Nash. Nash soon left to concentrate on his own musical project North Sea Navigator, and was replaced by Huw Cooksley. Later, Robin Allender, and Alex Wilkins joined on bass and guitar respectively.
Talbot initially played all of the instruments on the recordings; Dave Collingwood took on the increasingly complex drum parts on 'Fires in Distant Buildings', and again on 'The Western Lands' (2007). Collingwood played in the live band from 2000, and left in 2008.
Talbot collaborated with Guy Bartell in Bronnt Industries Kapital. He kept a blog, The Police Diver's Notebook and edited an adult web comic, Ultraskull.
His death was announced on the 4th of December 2014.
Diane
Gravenhurst Lyrics
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There's room and my wagon is parked right outside
We can cruise down Robert Street all night long
But I think I'll just rape you and kill you instead
Diane Diane Diane
Diane Diane Diane
It'd be much easier if I drove
We could check it out
We can go and see
Come on take a ride with me
Diane Diane Diane
Diane Diane Diane
Lay down together for a while
I'll put all your clothes in a nice little pile
You're the cutest girl I've ever seen in my life
But it's over now and with my knife
Diane Diane Diane
Diane Diane Diane
Gravenhurst's song "Diane" is a haunting and disturbing tale of a man's intention to rape and kill a girl named Diane. The song begins with the man trying to lure Diane into his car, promising to take her for a ride down Robert Street. However, his intentions are made clear as he reveals that he plans to rape and kill her instead. Despite the dark subject matter, the melody of the song is beautiful and calm, which adds to the uneasiness of the lyrics.
The second verse of the song describes the man's desire to attend a party at Lake Cove, but he suggests it would be easier if he drove. He tries to convince Diane to join him, promising to show her around and have some fun. However, once again, he reveals his true intentions to rape and kill her. The last verse of the song is the most chilling, as the man lays down with Diane and tells her she is the cutest girl he has ever seen. He then proceeds to put all her clothes in a pile before killing her with a knife.
The lyrics of "Diane" are a powerful commentary on the issue of violence against women. The song is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by women every day and the need for society to address this issue. The melody of the song juxtaposed with the lyrics creates a chilling atmosphere, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey little girl wanna go for a ride
I am trying to sweet talk my victim into trusting me so that I can deceive and harm them later.
There's room and my wagon is parked right outside
I am trying to lure my victim into getting into my vehicle to isolate them and make it easier to carry out my plans.
We can cruise down Robert Street all night long
I am trying to create a false sense of security and relaxation in my victim to make them think they are just going on a fun ride.
But I think I'll just rape you and kill you instead
I reveal my true harmful intentions and disregard for my victim's life.
Diane Diane Diane
I keep repeating my victim's name as if to taunt them or as a reminder of my power and control over them.
I hear there's a party at Lake Cove
I am trying to give my victim a false sense of hope and a goal to aim for in order to further deceive and control them.
It'd be much easier if I drove
I am trying to manipulate my victim into thinking that my suggestion is the easiest and best option so that they trust me more.
We could check it out
I am using a small compromise to make my victim more inclined to follow my suggestions.
We can go and see
I continue to press my victim to follow my plans in order to ultimately harm them.
Come on take a ride with me
I press my victim with urgency and false enthusiasm to trust me and join me in my sinister plans.
Lay down together for a while
I am trying to convince my victim into thinking that my true intentions are sexual and consensual in order to gain their trust and further isolate them.
I'll put all your clothes in a nice little pile
I am trying to deceive my victim into thinking that the situation is mildly seductive and show them that I am in control.
You're the cutest girl I've ever seen in my life
I use flattery to make my victim feel special and to further isolate them from the reality of the situation.
But it's over now and with my knife
I reveal my true intentions and disregard for my victim's life and safety.
Diane Diane Diane
I repeat my victim's name again to further remind them of my control and power over them.
Contributed by Nicholas G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.