1. Keith (born James Barry K… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists named Keith:
1. Keith (born James Barry Keefer)
Keith (born James Barry Keefer) was a U.S. vocalist and one-hit wonder. His first record deal with Columbia Records resulted in the 1966 single, "Caravan of Lonely Men" credited to Keith & the Admirations. Keith then moved to Mercury Records and released his solo debut, "Ain't Gonna Lie."
He is best remembered for the hit "98.6".
His second LP, 1968's "Out of Crank" failed to create public interest. The nadir came when U.S. Army officials nabbed him for draft evasion in the middle of a concert tour. He was inducted and stationed for a year in New Jersey. When he got out, Keith did some independent recording and joined Frank Zappa's 1973 touring band.
Keith recorded one last album, for RCA Records, with no luck, and then left the music business until 1986, when an attempted comeback under his real name proved unsuccessful. He also set up A.I.R. Records and produced albums for several local bands. In the 1990s the singer moved into the television industry, although he continues to play live dates.
2. KEITH
Oli Bayston – Vocals, Keys,
John Waddington – Bass
Johnny Winbolt-Lewis - Drums
Mark Nicholls - Guitar
KEITH – Not one, but four lads from four parts of England (Essex, Ealing, Shrewsbury and Leeds) meeting in (Greater) Manchester on a music course. Four headstrong characters, with wildly different musical roots, these guys are keen for their ideas & instruments to complement each other & so a strong democracy of songs prevail.
‘We don't see a problem with having a broad sound,’ says frontman Oli Bayston. ‘In fact, we see it as a benefit.’ Born into classical musicianship, while the oblique, brooding lyrics he sings examine the layers in relationships, both personal & sometimes political, he speaks more of Manchester’s Acid House heritage than the Stone Roses, any band similarities based more on their unwillingness to be part of any geographically based scene.
Bassist John Waddington, for several years a teenage techno dj, inspired by free hardcore barn parties in Shropshire, designs all the bands artwork himself and thus strengthens the band’s identity in his graphic art alter-ego “Wadders”.
Drummer Johnny Winbolt-Lewis seems to possess the drive for musicianship that took his dad to represent the UK in the Mexico Olympics. He obsessively absorbs & spits out music, a regular gig-goer turning other drummers onto Afrobeat legend Tony Allen, practising religiously, & watching obscure videos of Can, or DJs Cut Chemist & Numark “Keeping Time” with classic funky drummers : “it’s looking for the feel & listening for what’s going’ on around you rather than just studying the music. You hear it with the big bands like Radiohead & Blur, they’ve got a more simple, spacious feel”.
Guitarist Mark Nicholls, combines an ear for the classic song with echoes of African hi-life on current single ‘Back There’, or Eno’s avant garde textures on ‘The Miller’.
3. Keith
Based in Murfreesboro, TN, Hudson M. makes bad music on a 8-track cassette recorder that was purchased from the Facebook Marketplace.
4. Keith (of Keith & Tex)
Keith & Tex are the Jamaican rocksteady duo of Keith Rowe and Phillip Texas Dixon, best known for their 1967 hit "Stop That Train".
The Problem
Keith Lyrics
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But I just wanna let loose go crazy
The Floor's so empty
Gotta invade it
Miserable all week
Right now im changing
My mindset, new wave
Been Tired, now awake
Pills trynna stay away
From the game, that is played
Don't wanna begin to fade
So I gotta take a break
Let me sway
Did you come here to stand in the corner, or have a good time
I came here to let my problems fade away when I can't solve em (I)
Deal with my worries all tomorrow, I just wanna feel nostalgia (I)
Got no time no waste, the clock ain't stopping
Gotta live it like I'm dying (I)
I'm tired of crying
So I'll just ride
The vibes are high
Let my soul feel alive
Play that track one time again
Brings me to 09 with my friends
Being such a child, dancing in the wind
All my cards are wild, taking all the risks
Repercussions where , Don't even exist
Being such a child, wonders of a kid
That was years ago, reality it hits
Born in 04, 20 in a minute
Sneaking up the corner
Gotta grow up, life ain't always comfort
Gotta show up, decisions gotta own 'em
I don't know much, but learning through the struggle
I don't wanna depend on the bottle or the smoke
For temporary measures when I'm cold
For temporary fixing of the holes
Feeling of bliss , can stay a little long
Come on, let all your worries go on the dance floor
I came here to let my problems fade away when I can't solve em (I)
Deal with my worries all tomorrow, I just wanna feel nostalgia (I)
Got no time no waste, the clock ain't stopping
Gotta live it like I'm dying (I)
I'm tired of crying
So I'll just ride
The vibes are high
Let my soul feel alive
The lyrics to Keith's song "The Problem" reflect a sense of wanting to let go of the stresses and troubles of life, even if just for one night. The singer expresses their desire to escape from their miserable week and change their mindset by immersing themselves in the party atmosphere. They acknowledge the need to take a break and sway with the music, allowing themselves to momentarily forget about their responsibilities and obligations. The lyrics also allude to the idea of seeking nostalgia, wanting to relive the carefree moments of the past when the singer was young, wild, and full of wonder. However, they also recognize the reality of growing up and the need to make important decisions and face the struggles of life without depending on temporary escapes like alcohol or drugs.
Overall, "The Problem" conveys a sense of longing for temporary relief from life's challenges and a desire to recapture the innocence and freedom of youth. It acknowledges the need to face reality but also emphasizes the importance of finding moments of joy and release in the midst of it all.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know what tonight's gonna bring me
I am uncertain about what the future holds for me
But I just wanna let loose go crazy
I desire to relax and have a great time without any inhibitions
The Floor's so empty
The dance floor is vacant
Gotta invade it
I must fill it with my presence and energy
Miserable all week
I have been feeling unhappy throughout the week
Right now im changing
At this moment, I am undergoing a transformation
My mindset, new wave
I am adopting a different perspective and approach
Been Tired, now awake
After feeling fatigued for a while, I am now feeling alert and lively
Stressed out, but bills paid
Although I am experiencing stress, my financial responsibilities are taken care of
Pills trynna stay away
I am attempting to avoid relying on medication
From the game, that is played
I want to distance myself from the manipulative actions and strategies employed by others
Don't wanna begin to fade
I do not wish to lose my sense of identity and purpose
So I gotta take a break
I need to pause and rejuvenate myself
Let me sway
Allow me to move and dance gracefully
Did you come here to stand in the corner, or have a good time
Are you at this gathering just to be idle or to enjoy yourself?
I came here to let my problems fade away when I can't solve em (I)
I am here to temporarily escape from my troubles when I cannot find solutions to them
Deal with my worries all tomorrow, I just wanna feel nostalgia (I)
I will address my concerns later and currently, I seek to experience a longing for the past
Got no time no waste, the clock ain't stopping
I have a limited amount of time and cannot afford to procrastinate
Gotta live it like I'm dying (I)
I must live my life with urgency and passion, as if I have limited time left
I'm tired of crying
I am exhausted from shedding tears
So I'll just ride
Therefore, I will go along with the flow
The vibes are high
The atmosphere is filled with positive energy
Let my soul feel alive
Allow my spirit to experience vitality and liveliness
Play that track one time again
Replay that song once more
Brings me to 09 with my friends
It transports me back to 2009 when I was with my companions
Being such a child, dancing in the wind
I was behaving like an innocent and carefree child, dancing without a worry
All my cards are wild, taking all the risks
My actions are unpredictable and daring, as I embrace uncertainty
Repercussions where, Don't even exist
The consequences of my actions are irrelevant or non-existent
Being such a child, wonders of a kid
With the mentality of a young child, I am in awe of the world's wonders
That was years ago, reality it hits
Those moments are in the past, and now I am confronted with the truth
Born in 04, 20 in a minute
I was born in 2004, and time passes by swiftly
Sneaking up the corner
Quietly moving to the side
Gotta grow up, life ain't always comfort
I must mature and face the realities of life, which are not always comfortable
Gotta show up, decisions gotta own 'em
I need to take responsibility and confidently make important choices
I don't know much, but learning through the struggle
Although my knowledge is limited, I gain wisdom by facing challenges and hardships
I don't wanna depend on the bottle or the smoke
I do not want to rely on alcohol or drugs for temporary relief
For temporary measures when I'm cold
As a temporary solution when I am feeling emotionally numb
For temporary fixing of the holes
To temporarily mend my emotional wounds
Feeling of bliss, can stay a little long
The sensation of happiness and contentment can linger for a while
Come on, let all your worries go on the dance floor
Come, release all your concerns and anxieties on the dance floor
I came here to let my problems fade away when I can't solve em (I)
I am here to temporarily escape from my troubles when I cannot find solutions to them
Deal with my worries all tomorrow, I just wanna feel nostalgia (I)
I will address my concerns later and currently, I seek to experience a longing for the past
Got no time no waste, the clock ain't stopping
I have a limited amount of time and cannot afford to procrastinate
Gotta live it like I'm dying (I)
I must live my life with urgency and passion, as if I have limited time left
I'm tired of crying
I am exhausted from shedding tears
So I'll just ride
Therefore, I will go along with the flow
The vibes are high
The atmosphere is filled with positive energy
Let my soul feel alive
Allow my spirit to experience vitality and liveliness
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Keith Levar
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gary W. Wade
Great song and Great album!!!
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This was also released as b-side of the song "Marstrand" in 1969 on RCA.
The album "The Adventures Of Keith" was first released on RCA in June 1969. Ted Daryll produced the record.
Keith wrote all the songs within 6 months, when he was living back in Pennsylvania with his wife Lynn and his newborn son Jamie.
He invited his friend and guitar player Dave Jiminez to come down from New York, where he lived, to work on some new tunes he was about to start writing.
Keith and Dave (Jiminez) worked together for a couple of weeks. "Marstrand", "Elea-Elea", "Alone On The Shore", "China Clipper" and "Charley Cinders" came from that collaboration. "Mr. Hyde" - which was also featured on the album - was wrote by Keith and Dave a year or so earlier in New York. "The Cherry People" used the song for their first album, that was originally released in 1968. Jerry Ross produced the record.
The songs "Trixon's Election" and "Melody" were wrote with Keith's long-time friend and guitar player Joe Coyle circa 1-2 years before. "Waiting To Be" was finished by Keith into hours the night before the session began.
Dr. Butt Hartmann
Awesome