In 1983 they released their debut EP Moans on the Sly on the New Dance Label. This began their on-going affiliation with producer Daniel B., a member of the seminal Front 242.
The following year they released Man in a Trance on Front 242's label Mask including the pulsating track The Net. Continuing with more EPs their first true sign of recognition came when the A-Side from their Strange World 12" was included on the definitive compilation album This is Electronic Body Music in 1987, giving way to their only full length album, and only record issued on CD, entitled Cut Up (1988).
To help them out afterward, Front 242 brought the brothers in to collaborate on the songwriting for their 1993 album Up Evil.
"Rosary", the second album of Parade Ground will feature 15 brand new tracks, each preceded by a musical overture. While their previous record was produced by Daniel B. (Front 242) and Colin Newman (Wire) it is now Patrick Codenys (Front 242) who was in charge.
Modern Hunting
Parade Ground Lyrics
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And running in the night
He's being chased
But there's no one there in sight
His pajamas are torn
He's turning 'round again
Trees in the dark
Shoot on sight!
Over the border
The course is a railway line
Stick to the orders (no changes)
We're running out of time
Shoot!
Trying to hide
But knowing it's no use
He's lost a shoe
Stumbling onto a root
There's a flashing light
He knows that it's the end
Could it be his friends
Have lost a friend?
Shoot on sight!
Over the border
The course is a railway line
Stick to the orders (no changes)
We're running out of time
Shoot!
Over the border
The course is a railway line
Stick to the orders (no changes)
We're running out of time
Over the border
Over...
Over the border
Wait...
The song "Modern Hunting" by Parade Ground tells the story of a man who finds himself in a maze, running in the night, being chased by an unknown force. The lyrics create a sense of paranoia and fear, as the man's pajamas are torn and he stumbles on a root, only to be met with the flashing light that could signal the end for him. Throughout the song, the repeated phrase, "Shoot on sight," adds to the sense of danger and urgency, creating a dystopian atmosphere.
The lyrics also touch on themes of conformity and control, as the orders are to "stick to the orders (no changes)." This suggests that the man may be part of a society or system that demands conformity and obedience, even if it means following orders blindly. The use of a railway line as a course for the man to follow also adds to the feeling of being trapped and unable to escape, as the pathway is predetermined.
Overall, "Modern Hunting" creates a haunting and unsettling atmosphere, immersing the listener in the story of a man's fight for survival in a paranoid and controlling world.
Line by Line Meaning
Caught in a maze
The subject is lost or confused
And running in the night
The subject is in a situation of danger, possibly running from something
He's being chased
The subject is being pursued by someone or something
But there's no one there in sight
Despite the subject feeling threatened, there is no visible threat
His pajamas are torn
The subject's clothes are damaged, possibly from the chase
He's turning 'round again
The subject is lost, confused, and possibly disoriented
Trees in the dark
The setting is a dark, creepy forest
The echo of a train
There is a train nearby, adding to the sense of danger
Shoot on sight!
The situation has escalated to a point where lethal force is deemed necessary
Over the border
The subject has crossed into another territory or jurisdiction
The course is a railway line
The path the subject is taking is part of a train route
Stick to the orders (no changes)
The subject is being given clear directions that must be followed without deviation
We're running out of time
There is a sense of urgency and impending danger
Trying to hide
The subject is attempting to conceal themselves
But knowing it's no use
The subject has given up hope of successfully hiding
He's lost a shoe
The subject has lost or damaged something else, possibly during the chase
Stumbling onto a root
The subject has tripped or fallen, possibly leading to injury
There's a flashing light
The subject has encountered a light source, perhaps signaling the end of their escape
He knows that it's the end
The subject realizes that their escape is over and there is no hope for survival
Could it be his friends
The subject may have had allies or comrades who are now presumed lost
Have lost a friend?
One of the subject's allies or comrades has possibly been captured or killed
Wait...
The subject is pausing and reflecting on the situation, possibly anticipating the worst
Contributed by Joseph F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.