Variously described as krautrock, shoegazing, punk, and "voodoobilly"(!). They toured with bands like Arab Strap, Pulp, Sebadoh, Sonic Youth, and Stereolab; performed sessions for John Peel and were in the 1997 Festive 50; and appeared at the Abbey Park Festival and at the Reading Festival. The members were:-
* David Jeffreys
* Donald Ross Skinner (also collaborated with Julian Cope: Julian Cope & Donald Ross Skinner)
* Linda Steelyard (also Ears Go Fff!)
* Mick Derrick - "Scottish Mick" (also Cha Cha 2000, Morocco, Noize 'R' Us, The Inside of a Butcher's Shop, Thee George Squares)
* Mick Harrison - "Geordie Mick" (also Ears Go Fff!)
* Pat Marsden (also Cha Cha 2000)
* Tim Pattison (also Ludd Gang, MJ Hibbett & The Validators, The Council, The Fabians)
Their gig list can be found here. Mick Derrick and Linda Steelyard were also in the television soap Chez Lester.
The band reformed in 2015 at the request of Mogwai who wanted them to support their 20 year anniversary gigs.
Doorstop Rhythmic Bloc
Prolapse Lyrics
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Take a trip passed
The Pyramids of Giza
Fannin' out the Danube Delta,
The Bering Straits,
The manmade mountainous monstrosities
We have created for ourselves
The ladies skirts up to their thighs
The make-up, the rouge...
The hair down to their arms
The Pyramids of Giza.
The beaches of Gallipoli
Where A.N.Z.A.C.S. died
Where men were turned to meat
They never had a chance down there
The Pyramids of Giza.
Riding across bareback horse
Across the Steppes...
The freedom... the exhilaration
The railways... the canals
That linked everywhere
They wurny worth the money
Or the men lost (and wummin in brackets)
Too many people died... in too many projects
The canals... the trains
They never meant that much tae me anyway
The Pyramids of Giza.
All aboard the Ark Royal
Take a trip passed The Pyramids of Giza
Searching for obscurities... for us to see
The men behind they do not
The Bering Straits... the Panama Canal
The Danube Delta... fly to Riga
The ports of Kronstadt
The Pyramids of Giza.
We lost wur life... when we lost wur courage
The courage tae fight, ya know whit am saying
The courage to fight
The Danube Delta, the beaches of Gallipoli
Waste of a life
Ride horseback over the Steppes.
All aboard!
The song "Doorstop Rhythmic Bloc" by Prolapse talks about the human desire to explore and discover new things, even when some of these endeavors lead to the loss of human lives. The lyrics allude to various places around the world, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Danube Delta, the Bering Straits, and Gallipoli Beach. The song suggests that humans have a natural urge to seek out the unknown, overcoming challenges along the way. It touches on the themes of courage, freedom, and exhilaration associated with adventurous exploration.
The lyrics also mention manmade structures like canals, railways, and mountaintop mining sites. These structures are described as "monstrous," suggesting that humans sometimes go too far in their pursuit of progress and profit, often at the expense of the environment and the lives of others. The song laments the loss of courage and the willingness to fight for what is right, pointing out that many people died in these projects, which did not ultimately mean much to those who survived.
Overall, "Doorstop Rhythmic Bloc" is a complex song that explores the human psyche's dark and light aspects, highlighting the universal desire to explore and discover, despite the negative consequences associated with such an endeavor.
Line by Line Meaning
All aboard the Ark Royal
Let's embark on a journey together.
Take a trip passed
We're moving forward beyond our past experiences.
The Pyramids of Giza
A representation of ancient civilization and mystique.
Fannin' out the Danube Delta,
Exploring and expanding our horizons into uncharted territory.
The Bering Straits,
A strategic sea passage between Asia and North America.
The manmade mountainous monstrosities
Infrastructures created by humans that are often massive and intimidating.
We have created for ourselves
Our constructions are a result of our own doing.
The ladies skirts up to their thighs
A portrayal of female attire and fashion.
The make-up, the rouge...
Cosmetics and beauty products used to enhance one's appearance.
The hair down to their arms
Describing hair length on women.
The beaches of Gallipoli
A site of a famous battle during World War I where many soldiers lost their lives.
Where A.N.Z.A.C.S. died
A reference to the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps soldiers who perished in the war.
Where men were turned to meat
A graphic portrayal of the horrors of war where soldiers were treated like food and slaughtered.
They never had a chance down there
The soldiers were doomed from the start and had no opportunity to survive.
Riding across bareback horse
A mode of transportation that symbolizes freedom and adventure.
Across the Steppes...
A vast stretch of land with few trees and primarily used for grazing.
The freedom... the exhilaration
The excitement of being able to explore and travel without constraints.
The railways... the canals
Methods of transportation developed by humans.
That linked everywhere
Transportation systems that help connect people and places.
They wurny worth the money
The cost of these transportation systems outweighed their benefits.
Or the men lost (and wummin in brackets)
The casualties, both male and female, were not worth the construction of these systems.
Too many people died... in too many projects
Many lives were lost in constructing these transportation systems.
The canals... the trains
Man-made modes of transportation that come with a high price in terms of human life.
They never meant that much tae me anyway
The benefits of these transport systems were not worth the costs.
Searching for obscurities... for us to see
Looking for unique or unknown things to discover and learn.
The men behind they do not
The creators or instigators of these obscure things are not well known.
The Bering Straits... the Panama Canal
Two of the most famous man-made waterways that have helped connect the world's oceans.
Fly to Riga
Traveling to a specific location as a means of discovering the obscure.
The ports of Kronstadt
A former naval base located in St. Petersburg, Russia.
We lost wur life... when we lost wur courage
We lose a part of ourselves when we lose our bravery and sense of adventure.
The courage tae fight, ya know whit am saying
The willingness to stand up for what one believes in and fight for what is right.
The Danube Delta, the beaches of Gallipoli
Locations where bravery and sacrifice were needed during times of war.
Waste of a life
The loss of human life due to war or other forms of violence is tragic and unfortunate.
Ride horseback over the Steppes.
A call to adventure and exploration on horseback.
All aboard!
Let's get going on our adventure together.
Contributed by Maria H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@steviebaby2690
Get your own
Now to get your own
Now to get your own
Now to get your own
Your bed's your own because you're on your own
All aboard the Ark Royal
Take a trip past
Your lifestyle is an eyesore
Your bowl of food is made of pud
Your sister has us for a doorstop
The Pyramids of Giza
Fannin' out the Danube Delta
The Bering Strait
The manmade mountainous monstrosities
We have created for ourselves
You think you see me smiling
But I can see the sky's caved in
The ladies skirts up to their thighs
The make-up, the rouge
The hair down to the arm
The Pyramids of Giza!
Your lifestyle is an eyesore
Your bowl of food is made of pud
Your sister has us for a doorstop
Don't try to find out why
The beaches of Gallipoli
Where ANZAC's died
Where men were turned to meat
They never had a chance doon there
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You think you see me smiling
That linked everywhere
But I can see the sky's caved in
They werenae worth the money
Or the men lost, and women in brackets
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Now to get your own
Now to get your own
Now to get your own
Too many people died in too many projects
The canals, the trains
They never meant that much tae me anyway
Cut you with a razor
Don't try to find out why
The Pyramids of Giza!
Your lifestyle is an eyesore
Your bowl is made of pud
All aboard the Ark Royal!
Take a trip past!
Armitage
The Pyramids of Giza
Railings on the Railway Bridge
Searching for obscurities for us to see
The men behind they do not
Cut you with a razor
Don't try to find out why
The Bering Straits
The Panama Canal
You think you see me smiling
The Danube Delta
But I can see the sky's caved in
Fly to Riga
The ports of Kronstadt
The Pyramids of Giza!
Get your own
Now to get your own
Your bed's your own because you're on your own
We lost 'ur life when we lost 'ur courage
The courage tae fight, ye know whit am saying
The courage to fight
The Danube Delta, the beaches of Gallipoli
Railings on the Railway Bridge
Don't try to find out why
Waste of a life
Your lifestyle is an eyesore
The horseback over the Steppes
All aboard!
@enelram5682
This song gave me a prolapse.
@prolapse9685
Strangely alluring. I like it.
@kennethguitarfiend4493
Such a good band
@scraggi
Stark and unsettling , this is very good .
@andydrummond3612
Just heard on Steve Lamacq radio 6...fucking amazing!
@raaness118
Me too!
@scraggi
ANDY DRUMMOND I heard TCR on John Kennedy a couple of years ago and had to delve deeper , they are a real find . This is really something .
@mickderrick3655
Great stuff Cherry Red you've got the name of the song wrong!
@invalidatemyass
anyone got a complete set of lyrics for this fantastic track by chance?
@eddyc4603
I think you have to learn Scottish first.