Known to tour the US in a converted city bus with Rathbun as the driver/mechanic, with the windshield destination banner of HELL. Besides their wild performances which embodied a "rock against rock" ethos, they were also known to defy classification with marching band routines, performing puppet shows, and playing household items as instruments (in tune). After finding few financial rewards for their increasingly complex stage show, Idiot Flesh disbanded in 1998.
Core Members:
- Captain Dragon (Gene Jun; Guitar, Percussion, Violin, Vocals, Arranger)
- Hyena Boy (Wes Anderson; 1994-1998: Percussion, Drums, Marimba, Multi Instruments, Talking, Vocals, Bassoon, Trash Cans)
- The Improver (Dan Rathbun; Bass, Multi Instruments, Saw, "Talking", Horn, Vocals, Trombone, Cello, Megaphone; Engineer)
- Pin (Nils Frykdahl; Flute, Saxophone, Percussion, Castanets, Vocals, Guitar; Cover Design/Graphics)
- Chuck Squier (1985 through 1994: Drums, Cover art)
Discography:
- (1990) Tales of Instant Knowledge and Sure Death
- (1994) The Nothing Show
- (1995) Teen Devil/Twitch (4 Song EP)
- (1997) Fancy (Nov. 11)
Snoofler
Idiot Flesh Lyrics
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Are pitifully plentiful today
Avoid depression, with it pain
Increase potential for the same
It's easy, I know, just to let it all go
To the back of your mind where it probably won't climb on your heart
Hoping to quiet the cries of the unemployed mobs
Who are proud that they'd rather be dead than well-read
Taking the stage once again with his confident smile
A man that I'd like to compare with a pile of shit
That's so dumb he can't even remember his name
I know lots of things we can do with you
First you say you're a contra
And I know you're a snob
Thought that you'd take the country
But I can see you have not much grey substance
I know lots of things we can do with you
First you say you're a snoofler
Then you say you're a glob
Well, I've seen my share of snooflers
And I can tell you're a globular substance
The lyrics of Idiot Flesh's song "Snoofler" contain multiple abstract and satirical elements that are open to interpretation. The first few lines present a paradoxical view of depression, where consciously avoiding it could potentially increase the likelihood of experiencing it. The song also critiques the societal values of valuing drug abuse, murder, and menial jobs while ignoring the pains and cries of the unemployed. The next few lines paint a satirical image of a confident man who the singer equates to a pile of excrement, suggesting that his apparent charisma is false and hollow. The final lines of the song mock the persona of the individual being discussed, calling them a "contra," a "snob," a "globe," and a "snoofler."
Overall, the song seems to criticize societal values that promote destructive behavior and hinder true human flourishing. The lyrics employ a mix of absurdist and satirical elements to create a jarring and somewhat nonsensical effect. However, upon closer analysis, the lyrics seem to express a coherent point of view that critiques society's emphasis on superficiality and the rejection of genuine human connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Hours spent in solemn contemplation
Spending long periods of time deep in thought
Are pitifully plentiful today
There is an overwhelming abundance of time spent thinking today
Avoid depression, with it pain
Prevent sadness which brings along agony and misery
Increase potential for the same
Boost the possibility of experiencing depression
It's easy, I know, just to let it all go
It's effortless to forget everything
To the back of your mind where it probably won't climb on your heart
Deep down in your thoughts where it's less likely to affect your emotions
Setting their sights upon drug abuse, murder, and jobs
Focusing on taking drugs, committing murder, and finding employment
Hoping to quiet the cries of the unemployed mobs
Desiring to silence the protests of jobless groups of people
Who are proud that they'd rather be dead than well-read
People who are content with being ignorant rather than educated
Taking the stage once again with his confident smile
Assuming a self-assured expression while appearing on stage once again
A man that I'd like to compare with a pile of shit
A man that is equivalent to a heap of excrement in the singer's mind
That's so dumb he can't even remember his name
He is incredibly ignorant to the point of forgetting his name
I know lots of things we can do with you
The singer is aware of many ways to use the subject
First you say you're a contra
Initially claiming to be against something
And I know you're a snob
The singer knows that the subject is a conceited person
Thought that you'd take the country
Assuming that he would lead the nation
But I can see you have not much grey substance
He lacks intelligence
First you say you're a snoofler
At first, claiming to be a Snoofler
Then you say you're a glob
Afterwards, stating that he is a Glob
Well, I've seen my share of snooflers
The artist has observed many Snooflers before
And I can tell you're a globular substance
He recognizes that the subject is a spherical material
Contributed by Charlie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@imransyed4790
1. Perchance To Thaw (0:00)
2. All Fall Down (8:08)
3. Bent Works (13:20)
4. The Device (14:46)
5. In My Mind (18:58)
6. Happy Song (25:09)
7. Touch Me (29:30)
8. Stinking Hippie (37:57)
9. Acid Rain (43:50)
10. Sleep (52:00)
11. Two Chord Song (58:00)
12. Snoofler (58:59)
13. Apology (1:05:30)
14. Born To Rock (1:08:58)
Thanks for uploading! Great to finally hear this.
@imransyed4790
1. Perchance To Thaw (0:00)
2. All Fall Down (8:08)
3. Bent Works (13:20)
4. The Device (14:46)
5. In My Mind (18:58)
6. Happy Song (25:09)
7. Touch Me (29:30)
8. Stinking Hippie (37:57)
9. Acid Rain (43:50)
10. Sleep (52:00)
11. Two Chord Song (58:00)
12. Snoofler (58:59)
13. Apology (1:05:30)
14. Born To Rock (1:08:58)
Thanks for uploading! Great to finally hear this.
@tywa-wm2gi
Thank you so much for taking the time!
@ericbravo2064
I've been a fan since 1987 when I lived right across the hall from Gene and Nils at Barrington Hall a year or so after this album first came out. Still a fan. Thank you for posting. Cheers.
@kevinm4157
I broadcast Pizza Juice over the airwaves a couple decades ago. Told Eugene, he was horrified. I remain unapologetic. 🙂
@m.scottmcgahan9900
What other projects did Eugene do after Idiot Flesh? I tried searching years ago but only came up with a guerilla theater happening where he was one of about 50 people.
@SOMBizarre_archive
@@m.scottmcgahan9900 he sadly isn't doing much these days. I dont know him personally however. He did a black sabbath cover for Undercover and then did bargooma with dave. That's about as much as you'll find.
@kevinm4157
@UCh8blTLq2UqUySkdN-r3sxw 29:31
@sanitytheorist8221
I love how their demo is longer than any of their studio albums. So glad this was posted online, thanks a lot!
@TylerHartman
Glad to help you out!
@Devilman6066
@@TylerHartman Thank you Tyler! You're awesome for doing this!!