They have released numerous EPs and albums that they have recorded in dubiously idiosyncratic scenarios: Tu-Plang (1996) in the remote jungle outside Bangkok; the triple platinum selling Unit (1997) in a condemned Fortitude Valley warehouse as wreckers waited outside; …art (1999) in a sun soaked Byron Bay beach house lapping up the waves; Eduardo & Rodriguez Wage War on T-Wrecks (2001) in the thick cigar smoke of Andy Gill’s London lounge-room; the post Warner release of Mishmash (2004) done in a glass box in Federation Square as part of the disturbing Band in a Bubble parody of reality shows and it’s way before it’s time multiple streaming media mayhem; Love and Paranoia (2007) in a bullet riddled studio in Rio de Janeiro under the looming rock arms of Corcovado; SuperHappyFunTimesFriends (2011) in their home studios over a period of 3 weeks sparked after a debate about whether what they were doing constituted an album; to their most recent and possibly final twisted piece of mangled pop culture Dirty Pop Fantasy (2013) recorded high in an Hong Kong skyscraper and then mixed on the streets of Melbourne… all of this long with their first 2 EPs (Regurgitator and New), the Olympic induced Crush the Losers, the manic EPs Bong in my Eye and Distractions… and the Warner destroying Jingles compilation (2003).
In the past 20 or so years they have toured all over Australia, New Zealand, Japan, UK, Europe, USA, Hong Kong, China, Vietnam, Laos and other parts of Asia. Late 2009 they played a small festival in the Japanese Alps with Hoodoo Gurus… before working with dance choreographer Gavin Webber on the live music/dance/theatrical project Rock Show at QPAC in Brisbane. In 2010 they performed a highly successful live soundtrack to Japanese anime film AKIRA at Sydney Opera House. They then decided to give up the album style of approach announcing they would just release tracks… with a batch coming out under the title Distractions as they toured Australia, played festivals and took off for shows in London, Dubai and Bahrain… returning for Festival of the Sun in Port Macquarie. 2011 started in Brisbane with a huge two night flood benefit show and a massive 3 song set at the Brisbane Soccer Grand final that they won in an exciting penalty shoot out. The seventh album SuperHappyFunTimesFriends released on vinyl, cassette, download and a playable badge (playbutton) which set them off on a trajectory of touring – the sold out national Annual Sail tour with NZ guest Disasteradio - possibly their most enthusiastically received tour and release for some years. Regurgitator’s UNIT was voted #10 on the Triple J Top 100 Australian albums coincided with performances of the album “UNIT” over Falls & Southbound festivals for the end of 2011. 2012 kicked off with the Big Day Out tour – their 6th time around - plus performances at the Margaret River Surf Classic, Red Deer Festival in Qld before touring seminal albums Tu Plang and Unit – The Retrotech2012 tour (with special guests from Indonesia Senyawa and China Hedgehog) was highly successful with the majority of shows sold out. Following this with the hot spot on the sold-out 2012 Meredith Music Festival.
The past few years have seen Regurgitator do some superfluous shit. It’s all pretty interesting – the costume changes, the gimmicky record and release strategies, the full-album live sets – but tonight they achieved something far more pure. In straight power-trio formation (no spandex onesies, no heavy metal wigs), they performed what could well be the set of their careers. Hearing thousands sing along to I Will Lick Your Arsehole never gets old. They’re a punk band at heart, and one of the finest this country has produced. (Beat Magazine Dec 2012)
In April 2013 they headed out on the rural Groovin’ The Moo festival tour and released album #8 Dirty Pop Fantasy September 2013… followed with national Dirty Pop Tour with guest from Portland Wampire… ending up playing their last show for who knows how long as part of a short Asia tour in Beijing mid December 2013 with friends New Pants.
TONEDEAF: “You might not even be aware of your inner dark pop fantasies, but Regurgitator’s sensational new opus will definitely awaken them. In 2013, Gurg’s raw authenticity is still in perfect condition” 8.5/10
BEAT MAG: Dirty Pop Fantasy soaks up forty years of pop from Austin to Zurich, wringing out familiar tunes strained of cliché. They're winking at you going "Your kiss like a Caramel Twix, sweeter than a Kinder Surprise”. The 'Gurge’s Dirty Pop Fantasy isn't simply a label – it's their bony fists banging like a gavel, demanding your ear. The nature of their fantasy is irrepressible!
Never ones to compromise or shy away from the unusual, the untried, or any genre that infects their creative sensibility… more than ever they find themselves extending the vitality of their live performances, continuing to infuse them with exuberance, mania and their mashedup motion of rock, punk, electro, funk, pop, where it goes vibes.
For further visit:
WEBSITUATION: www.regurgitator.net
BANDCRAMP: http://regurgitator.bandcamp.com/
FACEBOOKINGS: www.facebook.com/pages/Regurgitator
YOUTUBE regurgitator's MUSIC BOX: www.youtube.com/user/Regurgitators
TWITS: http://twitter.com/regurgitators
SOUNDCLODDING: http://soundcloud.com/regurgitrax
MYSPACED: www.myspace.com/regurgitators
Crush the Losers
Regurgitator Lyrics
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Get on your knees 'cos your messiah has come
I'm fit, I'm stoned
I'm gonna bring you home the motherlode
Shaved muscle, hot fist
I'm number one there's nothing better than this
If you're second then you're last
Another extra in an all star cast
You're a real stiff bicky with a heart of steel
No going back this time you know it's for real
Here we go...
Crush! Crush the losers
Rock hard, like stone
You want your mama
But your mama's at home
You'll break and you'll mend
Get used to pain 'cos that's your only friend
Play tough, play to win
'Cos if you don't you may as well pack it all in
There's no wrong and no right
You're in the jungle baby you're gonna die!
You're a real stiff bicky with a heart of steel
No going back this time you know it's for real
Here we go...
Crush! Crush the losers
Crush! Crush the losers
Crush! Crush the losers
Crush! Crush the losers
Crush! Crush the losers
(fade)
Regurgitator's song "Crush the Losers" is an energetic and aggressive track that seems to be a commentary on the competitive nature of society. The lyrics suggest that the singer is a dominant figure, declaring themselves as a messiah, stating that they are number one, and claiming that there is nothing better than themselves. The song appears to be encouraging listeners to adopt an uncompromising, winner-takes-all mentality that disregards any sense of morality or compassion towards others. This is exemplified through lines like "there's no wrong and no right" and "you're in the jungle baby you're gonna die".
The chorus of the song, "Crush, crush the losers", is a clear call to action for listeners to dominate, crush, and defeat anyone who is seen as weaker or less successful. There is a sense of invincibility and superiority in these lyrics, with the reference to being "rock hard, like stone" and the suggestion that pain is the only friend one can rely on.
Overall, the song seems to be a critique of the idea that success and power are the most important things in life, and that anything and anyone in the way of achieving those things should be crushed without hesitation. It is a chaotic and intense track that mirrors the aggression of its lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you ready for the one?
Are you prepared for the ultimate challenge?
Get on your knees 'cos your messiah has come
Bow down before me for I am your savior.
I'm fit, I'm stoned
I am in great physical shape and high on drugs.
I'm gonna bring you home the motherlode
I will bring you amazing treasures.
Shaved muscle, hot fist
My muscles are sculpted and fists are ready for action.
I'm number one there's nothing better than this
I am the best and nothing can surpass me.
If you're second then you're last
If you're not first, you're nothing.
Another extra in an all star cast
If you're not the lead, you're just a background actor.
You're a real stiff bicky with a heart of steel
You are stubborn and have a heart of stone.
No going back this time you know it's for real
This is not a rehearsal, it's the real deal.
Here we go...
Let's get started!
Crush! Crush the losers
Beat down those who are weak and inferior.
Rock hard, like stone
Be tough and immovable.
You want your mama
You want to cry for your mommy.
But your mama's at home
But your mommy can't save you now.
You'll break and you'll mend
You will be damaged, but you will recover.
Get used to pain 'cos that's your only friend
Embrace the pain, for it will always be with you.
Play tough, play to win
Be strong and competitive.
'Cos if you don't you may as well pack it all in
If you're not going to give it your all, you might as well quit.
There's no wrong and no right
There are no rules or morals.
You're in the jungle baby you're gonna die!
It's a dog-eat-dog world out there, and you may not survive.
Crush! Crush the losers
Beat down those who are weak and inferior.
Crush! Crush the losers
Beat down those who are weak and inferior.
Crush! Crush the losers
Beat down those who are weak and inferior.
Crush! Crush the losers
Beat down those who are weak and inferior.
Contributed by Sadie T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
robo kif
Still good 20 years later
GristledickMcShitwit
I like their old stuff better than...well, y'know 😄
Bikewithlove
I like the Yes tribute at 2:41 - not being a smart-alec either, I really do like the way it fits :)
barnziie
Music is sport is another cool "having a swipe" type of song
GristledickMcShitwit
I played this as my wife walked down the aisle on our wedding day.
She's hated me ever since 😄
Jason Vosseler
... marriage is a big thing when you look into it 🤔 ... or is that gynecology? Both I suspect.
Jason Vosseler
... just ensure her happiness
ewetoo
Telling it like it is!
David L
Australia's Finest
Jason Vosseler
Ganja smugglin. Trust me this once. First song or encore cover.