Concerning the reasoning behind the name of the band, its members have given little explanation. The band claims it was chosen at random because they thought it was amusing. The word crumpet may be unusual to some, as it is a traditional English food described in the Cambridge Dictionary as "a small, round type of bread with holes in one side that is eaten hot with butter".
Members:
Jack McEwan is the band's vocalist, main songwriter and the member credited with being the main pioneer behind the band. Born in the 1990s, he and the other band members are of the millennial generation. After the release of the band's record label, Jack is the member of the band who told the press that the idea for a record label had been around since the conception of the band, and that its creation was "only a matter of time".
Jack grew up in England, where his passion for music was kindled both by his father and through playing in bands from the age of nine onwards, before the family migrated to Australia at the age of thirteen. He also has a degree in graphic design, which he uses in creating the band’s artwork.
Luke Parish is the lead guitarist for the band. He is also a semi-professional skater, sponsored by Soggy Bones, having transitioned into the sport from surfing. He has been quoted stating that his biggest influence on the guitar is David Gilmour of Pink Floyd.
Danny Caddy is the band’s drummer. He played with Jack McEwan in a band prior to the formation of the Psychedelic Porn Crumpets.
Luke Reynolds was the band's bass player.
Chris Young plays the guitar/keyboard for the band in the songs that require the instrument.
Peter Coyne is the band's back-up drummer. He used to be lead but after a wrist injury during his NRL season with the St. George Illawarra Dragons, he was placed into back-up.
Gurzle
Psychedelic Porn Crumpets Lyrics
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To show me how I can build a future
It's delicate
So fragile
I'm not up to much cause it feels like...
An apocalyptic novelty revolution;
Put your feet up and download
Born into what I would call comfortable has
Drained all the fight from my gut
I can't become what I want to be now
Cause I have everything I want
Oh isn't it lovely when I'm not doing
Anything important
Mooching off the government
All I keep on thinking is man I need a job
When I grow up if that day comes
I need colour
I need colour
I need colour
For my love
Oh she's right here
She's with me
I need colour
The lyrics of Psychedelic Porn Crumpets’ song Gurzle are somewhat abstract and difficult to interpret. The first stanza mentions the need for instructions during perplexing times to show one how to build a future. This can be interpreted as the confusion that one feels during difficult times and the need for guidance to move forward. The second stanza talks about an apocalyptic novelty revolution that encourages people to put their feet up and download, which could be interpreted as a nihilistic attitude of not caring about the world and seeking refuge in technology. The third stanza talks about being born into a comfortable life, which has drained the fight from the gut, making it difficult to become what one wants to be. The overall theme of the song could be about the struggles of finding one’s place in the world and the need for guidance and stimulation in order to truly live.
Interestingly, the title of the song Gurzle is not a real word but is a combination of two words: “gurgle” and “guzzle”, which reflect the song's theme of excess and indulgence.
Line by Line Meaning
These perplexing times need accompanying instructions
In these confusing and difficult times, I require guidance to show me the way forward.
To show me how I can build a future
I am seeking direction on how to create a better tomorrow for myself and the world around me.
It's delicate
The situation is fragile and requires care and attention.
So fragile
The situation is extremely delicate and could break apart at any moment.
I'm not up to much cause it feels like...
I am not accomplishing much in my life because everything seems pointless and meaningless.
An apocalyptic novelty revolution;
The world is changing in a drastic and unexpected way, and it feels like the end of the world as we know it.
Not a care in the world
I am carefree and not concerned about anything.
Put your feet up and download
Relax and enjoy the pleasures of technology without any worries or responsibilities.
Born into what I would call comfortable has
Having been raised in a comfortable life has had negative effects on my drive and ambition.
Drained all the fight from my gut
I have lost my passion and desire to succeed due to my comfortable upbringing.
I can't become what I want to be now
My lack of drive and ambition is holding me back from becoming the person I want to be.
Cause I have everything I want
My comfort and material wealth have made me satisfied and complacent, preventing me from seeking more.
Oh isn't it lovely when I'm not doing
Isn't it nice to do nothing and not have any responsibilities or concerns?
Anything important
There is nothing pressing or significant to worry about in this moment.
Mooching off the government
I am living off of assistance from the government rather than achieving success on my own.
All I keep on thinking is man I need a job
Despite enjoying my carefree lifestyle, I realize that I need to find employment to support myself.
When I grow up if that day comes
I am unsure of what the future holds and if I will ever become a responsible, mature adult.
I need colour
I require something to bring vibrancy and life to my otherwise mundane and monochromatic existence.
For my love
My significant other requires the same vibrancy and energy in their life.
Oh she's right here
My love is physically present with me in the moment.
She's with me
I am grateful to have my significant other by my side through thick and thin.
Contributed by Jeremiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.