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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.
The Fat Men official site
DISCOGRAPHY
See The Fat Men.
4)
Man was an Italo Disco Artist with two Singles.
The Storm
Man Lyrics
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I've been runnin' down a dark road, a dark road (dark road)
A really really far road, a far road (far road)
I don't know if I can go on, on my own (on my own)
I'ma run until I get caught in my storm
I've been runnin' down a dark road, a dark road (dark road)
A really really far road, a far road
I'ma run until I get caught in my storm (yeah)
I don't know (I don't know)
Why I'm still in pain (still in pain)
You don't even know (even know)
I still seem the same (I seem the same)
Fake a smile so they ask no questions (ayy)
No introspections (no introspections)
Just leave me helpless (ayy, oh)
I'll find my answer, ayy (ayy)
Out the way, yeah (out the way, yeah)
Out the way, yeah (out the way, yeah)
You just tryna fill the mold like Play-Doh, ayy (like Play-Doh)
Wanna fit in, you a bird in a cage, oh (in a cage, oh)
Two time me, two time me, you gon' play them
Games all day (games all day)
Just give me my space (me my space)
I will be okay (be okay)
Maybe one day, ayy, ayy (ayy)
I won't be (I won't be)
I won't be (I won't be)
Runnin' down a dark road, a dark road (dark road)
A really really far road, a far road (far road)
I don't know if I can go on, on my own (my own)
I'ma run until I get caught in my storm (my storm)
I've been runnin' down a dark road, a dark road (dark road)
A really really far road, a far road (far road)
I don't know if I can go on, on my own (my own)
I'ma run until I get caught in my storm (uh, uh)
Told you what happened, I told you what happened (yeah, yeah)
Don't ask me why I'm never laughing
I said I'll be fine (yeah, I said I'll be fine)
I said I'll be fine, yeah (yeah, ayy)
I told you what happened, I told you what happened
Don't ask me why I'm never laughing
I said I'll be fine (uh, ayy, yeah)
Yeah, ayy (ayy, uh, yeah)
Out the way, yeah (out the way, yeah)
Out the way, yeah (out the way, yeah)
You just tryna fill the mold like Play-Doh, ayy (like Play-Doh)
Wanna fit in you a bird in a cage, oh (in a cage, oh)
Two time me, two time me, you gon' play them
Games all day (games all day)
Just give me my space (give me my space)
I will be okay (be okay)
Maybe one day, ayy, ayy (maybe one damn day, ayy)
I won't be (I won't be, I won't be, uh)
I won't be (I won't be)
Runnin' down a dark road, a dark road (dark road)
A really really far road, a far road (far road)
I don't know if I can go on, on my own (my own)
I'ma run until I get caught in my storm (my storm)
I've been runnin' down a dark road, a dark road (dark road)
A really really far road, a far road (a far road, a really far road)
I don't know if I can go on, on my own (my own)
I'ma run until I get caught in my storm (my storm, my storm, ayy)
Yeah, ayy
Runnin' 'til I get caught in my storm
Uh, you've got mail, haha
The song "The Storm" by Man talks about the struggles one goes through while pursuing their dreams. The first verse describes the artist running down a dark and far road, indicating that the journey is challenging and exhausting. Despite the obstacles, the artist chooses to keep pushing forward until they finally catch a break and make it big, represented by the "storm." However, the artist also expresses doubt and uncertainty about whether they can continue on this journey by themselves.
The second verse delves into the artist's personal struggles, describing how they are hiding their pain and putting on a fake smile to avoid introspection and questions from others. The line "two time me, you gon' play them games all day" alludes to people taking advantage of the artist's vulnerability or doubting their abilities, further adding to the artist's struggles.
In the chorus, the artist repeats the lines "I'ma run until I get caught in my storm" several times, emphasizing their determination to succeed, despite the difficult path they are on.
Overall, "The Storm" portrays the struggles that come with pursuing one's dreams and the persistence and resilience required to achieve success.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been runnin' down a dark road, a dark road
Man is expressing that they have been struggling and going through hardships that they can't seem to get out of.
A really really far road, a far road
The struggles have been going on for a long time and feel never-ending.
I don't know if I can go on, on my own
Man is feeling overwhelmed and doesn't know if they have the strength to face these challenges alone.
I'ma run until I get caught in my storm
Man feels they need to keep moving forward despite the difficulties they're facing, and will not stop until they face their storm head-on.
Why I'm still in pain
Man is questioning why they are still struggling despite their efforts to move forward.
You don't even know
Others may not fully understand what Man is going through and how much they are struggling.
I still seem the same
Man may be putting on a facade of being okay, but in reality, they are still struggling.
Fake a smile so they ask no questions
Man is hiding their struggles and pain by pretending to be okay, so others don't prod on.
No introspections
Man has not taken the time to reflect on their own struggles and instead chooses to push them to the side.
Just leave me helpless
Man feels helpless and unable to cope with the struggles they're facing.
I'll find my answer, ayy
Despite the difficulties, Man remains optimistic and believes they will find a way to get through their struggles.
Out the way, yeah
Man wants people to get out of their way and stop hindering their progress.
You just tryna fill the mold like Play-Doh, ayy
Man feels that some people are just conforming to society's expectations and losing their individuality in the process.
Wanna fit in, you a bird in a cage, oh
These people are trying to fit in at the cost of their own freedom and individuality.
Two time me, two time me, you gon' play them
Man has been hurt by others who have betrayed or taken advantage of them.
Games all day
These people play games and don't take things seriously, which is frustrating for Man.
I won't be
Man won't allow these people to bring them down or deter them from achieving their goals despite the adversities they're facing.
Told you what happened, I told you what happened
Man has tried to explain their struggles to others but feels unheard or misunderstood.
Don't ask me why I'm never laughing
Man is likely dealing with depression or anxiety and is struggling to find joy.
I said I'll be fine
Man is telling themselves and others that they will recover and get through their struggles.
Yeah, ayy
A verbal response to the lines that were just spoken.
Runnin' 'til I get caught in my storm
Repetition of Man's desire to keep moving forward until they can confront their struggles head-on and overcome them.
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Written by: Sean Brown
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@albantardy1778
J adore cette musique. Moi qui joue de l harmonica aimerais trop jouer avec eux ! 💚👍
@marcoairaghi9270
Complimenti Guido
@pascalorsat5382
Vue à V&B
Besançon géniales
@luciocarlomatteucci
Bellissimo pezzo.... Bravi anche a Bustofolk
@davidediflorio6987
Ci vediamo alla costamagna
@nomadicnorseisle750
Freakin amazing! This is definitely one my tops songs that motivates me to be a better person! Cheers for your hard work in making music that helps! Cheers mates!
@UBDirtyBastards
Thank you so much for your words!!
@CLTTRAD
Bravo 💪💪💪
@luciocarlomatteucci
Ci suoneró sopra l armonica a bocca come faccio con altri vostri pezzi
@smartphonegroupe
Bravo les gars ! Très belle chanson 🥰