Their main success has been throughout London and the new clubs and scenes in the area, especially in the under-18 scene with shows such as Way Out West and the more recent All Ages Concerts.
They have been met with considerable interest and released their bedroom recorded debut single Space & The Woods on Way Out West Records.
Their debut album, 'Fantasy Black Channel' was released on August 11th 2008 through Parlophone.
Lead singer Samuel Eastgate also has a side-project, La Priest as well as a Mum, a Dad and a pet lizard called Zarcorp.
They are currently on an indefinite hiatus.
Band Members:
Ross Dawson - Drums
Sam Potter - Akai MPC 1000 Sampler
Andrew Faley - Bass Guitar/Synths
Sam Eastgate - Lead Guitar/vocals/synths
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Dose A
Late of the Pier Lyrics
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But I like to disappear
If you think it's easy don't try to understand
There's not many things in this world
That a boy must have
Girl you're so cute and kind
But then I saw you talking to another guy
Gonna find me a corner somewhere
Just curl up and die
The opening lines of "Dose A" by Late of the Pier describe a conflict between the desire for love and the desire to escape. The first line acknowledges that love is a desirable idea, but it is followed by the assertion that the singer prefers to disappear. The second line warns against trying to understand this choice, suggesting that it may be inexplicable or difficult to articulate.
The second stanza introduces a more concrete problem, that of jealousy and betrayal. The singer admits to thinking about the object of his affection often, but then sees her talking to another guy. This incident seems to have caused intense emotional pain, leading to the declaration that he wants to curl up and die in a corner.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is a sweet idea
The concept of love sounds nice and appealing.
But I like to disappear
I prefer to keep to myself and fade into the background.
If you think it's easy don't try to understand
If you believe my situation is uncomplicated, don't bother trying to comprehend it.
There's not many things in this world
There are few things that are truly necessary in life.
That a boy must have
Things that are essential specifically for males.
Girl you're so cute and kind
You, as a young lady, are both attractive and amiable.
Thought I'd got you off my mind
I believed I had successfully eliminated thoughts of you from my thoughts.
But then I saw you talking to another guy
However, my thoughts about you were brought back to the forefront when I witnessed you conversing with another male.
Gonna find me a corner somewhere
I plan on locating a discrete location for myself.
Just curl up and die
Metaphorically, I want to succumb to my internal anguish and sorrow.
Contributed by Nathaniel R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.