The band consisted of Joe Carnall (lead vocals/bass), Louis Carnall (vocals/rhythm guitar), Tom Rowley (lead guitar) and Joe Green (drummer). They produced ear-grabbing riffs and essential Melodies, underpinned by the raw tones of the mod-punk era, which epitomises the youthfulness and abundant potential of the band. Milburn's sound has most recently been described as the aggressive riffs of the Jam, with a touch of ska mixed with the hooks and sound of modern contemporaries such as the Libertines and Razorlight.
The first vibrations of a buzz surfaced well back in 2002 when Milburn twice sold out the Boardwalk, a local venue respected nationwide, playing to a 350 capacity each time. 2002 also saw the band showcase for a band development programme at Sheffield's Red Tape Studio's. They were chosen to enter the programme from a selection of around 70 local acts and gathered essential recording and performance experience over that period. They went on to play successful gigs at the famous Cavern Club venue in Liverpool, The Garage in London and the Leadmill, Sheffield supporting Laika Dog (new band of Tony Wright (ex Terrorvision) and Cosmic Rough Riders.
July 2003 saw the recording and distribution of a demo which coincided with Milburn's biggest gig at the time; Over 600 people at the Nelson Mandela building at Sheffield Hallam, followed by a further appearance at The Music Box in Manchester. After a further sell out late 2003 at the boardwalk, the band were invited to perform as part of a youth development at In The City.
The band have used their gigging time to develop their performance and most importantly, their music and are not developing that essential sound. Their next demo, Lipstick Lickin', was regarded as their finest to date gaining rave reviews and earning radio time on Zane Lowe's show on Radio 1.
Milburn released their second album These Are The Facts on 24 September 2007 whilst releasing the first single from this album "What Will You Do (When the Money Goes)?" beforehand on 17 September.
Milburn promoted this new album with a UK tour running from 13 September to 28 September ending with a hugely anticipated home-coming gig at The Leadmill in Sheffield on the last night of the tour which sold out in just 3 days.
The latest gigs that Milburn played were at the Sheffield Octagon on 29 November 2007, which they headlined, and the Doncaster Dome on 30 November 2007 where they supported The Pigeon Detectives.
Milburn announced on 28th March 2008 that they have decided to call it a day with the band, however 'there’s been no malice or falling out between us and we still remain friends and supporters of each other as we move on and explore new musical horizons.'.
Well Well Well
Milburn Lyrics
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A foe not a friend in the end but a dealer in sin
I don't want apologies or guarantee you'll do it all again
Oh no no you can play those games no more
Well this time it's different, yeah this time you've pushed too far
Can't you find your dignity, you lost it with your honesty & shame
Well well well look just what the cat dragged in
I don't want apologies or guarantee you'll do it all again
You sold yourself and sold me off down the river
You had us all yeah, an Oscar's on the cards
And I bet you kind of liked it
You'll get your comeuppance and you'll be alone forever and ever and ever and ever oh
Well well well look just what the cat dragged in
A foe not a friend in the end but a dealer in sin
I don't want apologies or guarantee you'll do it all again
Milburn's "Well Well Well" explores themes of betrayal, dishonesty and the consequences that result from being untruthful. A betrayed lover confronts the person who has deceived him, denouncing their lies and exposing their wickedness. The lyrics suggest a weariness with the person's false promises, saying that apologies and guarantees would not be enough to win back the betrayed lover's trust. Through the use of various imagery, the songwriter characterizes the person as somebody who is not to be trusted and has run out of chances.
The song starts off with the singer being surprised at the sight of the person they had been involved with returning. They describe the person as someone who is not a friend or a confidant but as a "dealer in sin." The person is unwelcome, and the singer expects no apologies - this time, they've crossed the line, and the singer is not to be fooled again. They encourage the person to look for their dignity since they've lost their honesty and shame.
The lyrics highlight the notion that karma exists, and the people who deceive others will ultimately have to pay for their misdeeds. The singer describes the person as a cheater, liar, and schemer, someone who sold themself off and sold the singer "down the river." By being deceitful, they had deceived everyone, and despite any successes that may be perceived, the singer insists that eventually, the person who deceives will receive their comeuppance and will end up alone.
Interestingly, the title of the song appears nine times in the course of the lyrics, accentuating the point that the deceived party is frustrated and disappointed with the situation. The repetition reinforces how fed up and tired the singer is of the person's lies and deceit.
Line by Line Meaning
Well well well look just what the cat dragged in
I'm not surprised to see you, you're like a dirty stray cat that brings in trouble
A foe not a friend in the end but a dealer in sin
You were never really my friend, you were just using me to get what you wanted and now you're involved in something shady
I don't want apologies or guarantee you'll do it all again
Don't bother saying sorry, I don't trust you to change your ways and do the same toxic things again
Oh no no you can play those games no more
Your manipulative tactics and mind games won't work on me anymore
Well this time it's different, yeah this time you've pushed too far
You've finally crossed the line and I won't tolerate it anymore
Can't you find your dignity, you lost it with your honesty & shame
You've lost all self-respect with your deceitful behavior and lack of remorse
A cheater, a liar, a schemer, oh where to begin
You're someone who lies, cheats and manipulates, it's hard to pinpoint exactly where to start
You sold yourself and sold me off down the river
You betrayed me and threw me under the bus to save your own skin
You had us all yeah, an Oscar's on the cards
You fooled everyone and acted like you're the greatest actor in a play, but you're just a fraud
And I bet you kind of liked it
You enjoyed the thrill of getting away with your lies and manipulation
You'll get your comeuppance and you'll be alone forever and ever and ever and ever oh
You'll eventually face the consequences of your actions and suffer the loneliness that comes with it
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Written by: JOHN LENNON
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