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1) Man are a rock band from South Wales with a cult following. Originally the second incarnation of Welsh rock harmony group The Bystanders, they are a band with 'more history than the Greeks', who are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year.
Man's history is full of weird, colourful stories. Some stories include getting arrested in Belgium on both of their visits, brawling with an Icelandic audience, meeting the likes of Tommy Cooper and Bill Graham, their many line-ups, and so on. Man also have connections with bands like the Neutrons, Gentle Giant, Badfinger, Status Quo and Iceberg (Deke's band while he went solo).
The Bystanders had been a pop harmony group in the 1960s, signed to Pye Records and living in London, who had released a few singles to no great success. But with the departure of singer Vic Oakley and the arrival of guitarist Deke Leonard in 1968, the band - Leonard, Micky Jones, Ray Williams, Clive John and Jeff Jones - decided to change their style altogether, moving from pop to West Coast psychedelia, inspired by American bands such as Quicksilver Messenger Service and Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention.
From 1968 up to 1976 they rocked the UK, America and Germany with their gritty progressive rock. They have been hits with many radio DJs, producers, promoters, and John Lennon was (supposedly) a fan of Deke's album, Iceberg. Some of their most popular songs from this era include Spunk Rock, Bananas, Many Are Called But Few Get Up, C'Mon, Daughter of the Fireplace, and Romain.
1974 was probably Man's biggest year commercially. Rhinos, Winos & Lunatics was tipped to be the album which brought them international fame. Certainly, it was the best reproduction so far of their improvisational live format in the studio. They were subsequently joined by Quicksilver Messenger Service guitarist John Cippolina (or "Chippo" as they called him) for a live album, "Maximum Darkness" which featured two old Quicksilver gems, the Buffy Sainte-Marie song "Codeine" and "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You". Of course, they never did become famous, and in 1976, they broke up, swearing never to be "like one of those bands who reformed in a futile attempt to recapture past glories and maybe earn a buck or two along the way".
They reformed in 1983. The band this time was to stay constant until 1996(ish): Micky Jones and Deke Leonard on guitars, Martin Ace on bass, and John Weathers on drums. During this time, they produced more hits, such as "Feather on the Scales of Justice", "Mad On Her", "Wings of Mercury", "Call Down The Moon", and "Heaven and Hell".
Weathers was fired in 1996 and was replaced by returning former drummer Terry Williams, probably the most successful of the band, having served elsewhere in bands such as Dire Straits although this is not held against him (not much, anyway). Terry left the band in 1997 and was replaced by continuing incumbent Bob Richards. Bob's first gig was a welcome back to Deke who had suffered a mild stroke which required some time off the road for recovery.
Former keyboardist Phil Ryan returned in 1998 taking the band back to the classic 5-piece line-up. Phil played a major role in producing 2000's Endangered Species (which ranks amongst the strongest of the band's lengthy discography) but had to withdraw from the band for personal reasons. He was replaced by Gareth Thorrington who continued with the band until 2006 when he joined the list of sackees.
After surviving into the next millennium, Man produced another album, Undrugged which an attempts at an unplugged type album which started off when Terry Williams was in the band and was finalised by some fresh recordings. It's particularly noticeable for some covers, most notably on Brian Wilson's Sail On Sailor and the Ray Charles classic Georgia On My Mind - the lead vocals on both being handled by Micky.
It was during this time that Micky developed a brain tumour and had to take time off for numerous surgeries. Man continued though, and Micky's son George entered the band temporarily. When Micky recovered, he rejoined just as Deke decided to call it a day, so George became a permanent member of the group.
As before, just when you though a period of stability might ensure circumstance, damned circumstance conspired to intervene once again. In 2005, Micky's health deteriorated due to the re-occurrence of a brain tumour and was replaced by Martin Ace's son Josh. To this day, Micky remains in hospital and the chances of him ever being able to perform again are slim. This is a tragedy for an undervalued and underrated master of the guitar.
Meanwhile, Deke plays sporadic gigs with a reformed Iceberg band, which initially comprised of Deke, former Man member Will Youatt, Clive Roberts, and Bob Richards (Bob was still with Man, though). Sadly, Clive Roberts was diagnosed with lung cancer after their first gig, and died soon after. He was replaced by Brian Breeze, who featured in the original seventies Iceberg lineup (Brian has since been replaced by Ray "Taff" Williams - not to be confused with Ray Williams, the original Man bass player, who died in 1993). Deke is also adding to his literary record by working on a third book. His first two books documented the history of the Manband and also Deke's adventures prior to this. They have been the subject of award-winning radio broadcasts, and the rights have been secured with a view to transferring them to the big screen. Unlike Muhammed Ali, though, Deke is unlikely to be able to play his younger self in the resulting movie!
The latest album "Diamonds And Coal" was released in 2006, after which Gareth Thorrington left, and the band continued as a 4-piece. A 40th anniversary tour in 2008, saw the return of Phil Ryan on keyboards.
For 40 years, Man have delighted fans, angered police and rocked the world with their music. The incorporation of the younger generations of Jones' and Aces' might mean they are able to continue for the next forty.
2) MAN ™ is a free two-headed man, each head listening to the other, working as one with the music.
A duo consisting of multi-instrumentalists François Rasim Biyikli (piano, rhodes, melodica, guitars, noises) and Charles-Eric Charrier (acoustic bass, guitar, toys), MAN ™ produces a rare and elegant form of electro acoustic music that touches base with unchartered territories where anything is possible and that baffles all definition : it is unusual and smart, luxurious and special.
MAN ™ shapes climatic variations, invites jazz, repetitive music, pop music.
For the band, it is enough to deem its music to be stamped with freedom.
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DISCOGRAPHY
EP ^ (Entropic/GCB), 1999
LP ARTHUR (Autotomie/DSA), 2000
Compilation Test One (Nova Records/Wagram), 2001
LP MAIN GAUCHE (Man Music/DSA/Chronowax), 2002
Compilation Acuarela Songs 2 (Acuarela/Wagram), 2002
EP MAN & MOOSE HILL (333discs), 2004
LP HELPING HAND (Man Music/Sub Rosa), 2005
3) Once, the song Teh Gruwelijke Hardcore was played by MAN, which was formed from members of The Fat Men.
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DISCOGRAPHY
See The Fat Men.
4)
Man was an Italo Disco Artist with two Singles.
Blind Man
Man Lyrics
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It must be wonderful
To think you know it all
It must be beautiful
To really believe in you
[Chorus]
But I am constantly waiting
I am constantly praying
I've come looking for you, looking for you
Blind man
You do what you can
You do what you can to be superman
Blind man
I'll do what i can.
I'll do what i can
To make you believe
You must be thrilled to bits
The happy hypocrite
And when you're out of it
The whole world is with you too
[Chorus]
In "Blind Man," Man explores the insidious nature of the music industry and the executives who inhabit it. The song suggests that industry professionals believe themselves to be superior to the artists they represent, thinking that they know everything and have all the answers. These executives are often egotistical, believing that their talents and expertise are unmatched, leading them to treat artists as nothing more than a means to an end. The chorus of the song speaks to the artist's frustration and constant search for authenticity amid the false pretenses of the industry, constantly praying and waiting for someone to truly see them for who they are.
The lyrics indicate that the industry executives are blinded by their own egos and do not understand the struggles of the artist or what they truly need to succeed, hence the reference to the "Blind Man." The implication is that these industry leaders are a hindrance to the artist's creativity and success, as they are unable to identify or cultivate genuine talent and instead focus on producing manufactured pop. Man notes the hypocrisy of the industry executives, who pretend to care for the artist's success when in reality they only care about their own profit margins. Ultimately, the song speaks to the artist's need for self-determination and the pursuit of artistic integrity in the face of the industry's overwhelming influence.
Line by Line Meaning
It must be wonderful
Having complete knowledge over something must feel amazing
To think you know it all
Believing that you possess all the answers is satisfying
It must be beautiful
Truly trusting in yourself must be a lovely thing
To really believe in you
Having faith in your own abilities is a powerful feeling
But I am constantly waiting
I spend my time waiting for something to happen
I'm looking for your soul
I'm trying to figure out who you really are
I am constantly praying
I hope for something to change constantly
I've come looking for you, looking for you
I'm actively seeking you out
Blind man
The person being addressed in the song is unknowing or unaware
You do what you can
You try your best with what you have
You do what you can to be superman
You attempt to portray yourself as an invincible figure
Blind man
The person being referred to still lacks knowledge or awareness
I'll do what i can.
I'll do everything within my ability
I'll do what i can to make you believe
I'll work hard to get you to trust in something
You must be thrilled to bits
You're probably ecstatic
The happy hypocrite
You put on a fake front of happiness
And when you're out of it
When you're not feeling as good as you were before
The whole world is with you too
Everyone seems to be on your side during the good times, but will abandon you in the bad
[Chorus]
The hook of the song
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I can love you with my eyes closed
I don't lose sight of your beauty
'Cause your heart is fine gold baby
Imma take my time with your mind
Your ambition won't leave me alone
Tell me 'bout your dreams, tell me everything
Don't nobody care about your heart like I do
Girl I'm down for you just the way that you're down for me
Body like a queen
But it ain't about your body baby it's about your being
I ain't rolling up, but I'm on a high
When you really think about it, ain't no wonder why
I'm so down for you
I'm so down for you babe
(I'm so down, I'm so down for ya)
I see you from the inside
I'm so down for you
I'm so down for you babe
(I'm so down, I'm so down for ya)
I see you from the inside
Never could forget you 'cause
You're so beautiful, girl a blind man could love you
(Woo! yeah, woo! yeah)
You're so beautiful, girl a blind man could love you
(Woo! yeah, woo! yeah)
Beauty in your soul, girl a blind man could love you
(Woo! yeah, woo! yeah)
A blind man could love you just for who you are
Got 20/20 vision and i still don't see ya flaws
I said you make me feel good, and you ain't even touch me
My baby A1, I ain't 'gon trade you in for nothing
And now I'm doin' the most
(Doin' the most)
Making sure I keep your attention baby
I'm true in the post
(True in the post)
I'm in the paint with the baddest intentions
You're bad, did I mention?
(Baby you bad)
With my eyes open, there's no one badder, there isn't
Never left and I'm glad that you didn't
(Baby)
Body like a queen
But it ain't about your body baby it's about your being
I ain't rolling up, but I'm on a high
When you really think about it, ain't no wonder why
I'm so down for you
I'm so down for you babe
(I'm so down, I'm so down for ya)
I see you from the inside
I'm so down for you
I'm so down for you babe
(I'm so down, I'm so down for ya)
I see you
Never could forget you 'cause
You're so beautiful, girl a blind man could love you
(Woo! yeah, woo! yeah)
You're so beautiful, girl a blind man could love you
(Woo! yeah, woo! yeah)
Beauty in your soul, girl a blind man could love you
(Woo! yeah, woo! yeah)
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@mocadeluxe5690
I'm confused as to how there can be amazing music by really TALENTED people like this yet we still only hear the same 5 artists on the radio over and over again.
@n.b.0212
The main reason I haven't listened to radio in about six to seven years.
@tranquilitywithquindora
Literally 🙄
@latoyiab79
Mainstream and talent don't go together lol. This is music. Something that leaves your spirit coasting vs stirring up anger or lust. I'm loving it 😍
@kelvmartinaz6219
Because radio on some b.s Kanye was trying to tell us
@nicandrews1370
Cardi- trash
Future- rip off T Pain
Drake- same kind of music
Lil [insert random trash rapper here]
...and more Drake!
The same all across the board
@OmarSupreme99
Get this man to do a tiny desk concert.
@khaiahmann9192
Omg yess!
@budzlighter
Splinter Omar WORD UP 🔥🎶!!
@citygurl0105
Yeeeeessss!!!!!