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
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TWITS: http://twitter.com/regurgitators
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MYSPACED: www.myspace.com/regurgitators
Hullabaloo
Regurgitator Lyrics
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Comin up one gouroujina 3.30
Fast it's like I got a cracker up my ass
Crass educated middle middle class
Half caste one of a critical mass
Broke the old mold smashed the last cast
If you ask me don't believe the hype of the past
'cause political ties are never built to last
Parasites on the rise with greed in their eyes
I criticise only when you fuckers despise
Lives take a dive when your dirty profits are high
Good grief could we see some debt relief
Or can you stand to watch another fucker spending belief
Fuck sake all you do is take n take n take
Maybe it's time to cut a break
I got the pantene sheen with with the colgate gleam
I mean shit.. they told me I was worth it.. legit that's all I need
I'm free to rot my teeth with coca co I utilise
The phenylalanic flow to tap the toe and rock it
Live I survive by the means I deploy
Laugh in the face of the void.. prozac.. enjoy
We're on top with the same sweatshop enterprise
We're big macking keep the fries on the side
'cause I'm like n.i.k.e get the fat free
One hell of a pimp almost get it for free
Wrappin job skills up with the childcare too
If you're poor and underage we'll come and see you
'cause I'm logo largin crash card chargin
A hard entourage for the cultural barge
Mmm.. yeah that's the sound
Roll the red rugs out 'cause we're coming round
You can listen to the mithanthric shit I be given
But I can't be guaranteein take it or leave it
Call me a hyppocrit for this I know I can't be forgiven
By product of the ego.. nomic life I be livin
I'd be fucking with you if I said I knew what to do
But before you get to swallow just remember to chew
And if it tastes like shit then spit it out.. out out out
Murdoctered that's beyond a doubt
'cause none of what you hear and even less what you're seein
Comes even close to any version of the truth worth believing
It's just a bland scam stamped with the master brand
Lambs to the slaughter
Only 'cause you do what you oughta
But if your plan is to take what you can
Watch where you stand
Hand bights the clan - fear fights on demand
And if you understand evil could be good mistook
You gotta get the fuck up and take a look...
The song "Hullabaloo" by Regurgitator has lyrics that are rich in socio-political undertones. The song juxtaposes the life of the singer, who admits to being a hypocrite and a product of egonomics, against the rapacious nature of the capitalistic world around him. The song begins with the singer singing about his fast-paced lifestyle, typical of the younger generation, which is characterized by a constant quest for success and material attainment. However, the singer soon realizes that the world around him is filled with people who are willing to step on others to achieve their goals. He exposes the hypocrisy of the political establishment and their greed by highlighting how their policies only benefit the rich and powerful.
The singer also criticizes the rampant consumerism and profit-driven society, where human life is secondary to profits. He takes a dig at big corporations who regularly exploit children and the poor by employing them in sweatshops. The tone of the song is cynical, and the lyrics are meant to be provocative. The song is an indictment of modern society, where the chase for the almighty dollar is often at the expense of morality and ethics.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you know I got the get go
I am confident and ready to go
Comin up one gouroujina 3.30
I'm coming up strong like a champion at 3:30
Fast it's like I got a cracker up my ass
I'm moving quickly with energy and enthusiasm
Crass educated middle middle class
I was born into a lower-middle-class family but had a good education nonetheless
Half caste one of a critical mass
I am of mixed race, which puts me in a large and diverse group of people
Broke the old mold smashed the last cast
I have broken free from the old ways of doing things and have created a new path
If you ask me don't believe the hype of the past
Don't get caught up in the hype of the past, listen to new ideas
'cause political ties are never built to last
Politicians only look out for themselves and their own interests
Seems like a motherfucker want a capitalize
Some people are only interested in making money
Parasites on the rise with greed in their eyes
There are many people who are only interested in taking from others without giving back
I criticise only when you fuckers despise
I only criticize those who hate or mistreat others
Lives take a dive when your dirty profits are high
When people profit from the pain or suffering of others, lives are ruined
Good grief could we see some debt relief
We need help to relieve the burden of debt that many people face
Or can you stand to watch another fucker spending belief
Do you want to see people waste their money on false beliefs?
Fuck sake all you do is take n take n take
Some people are only interested in taking from others without giving back
Maybe it's time to cut a break
Maybe it's time to take a break and think about what is truly important
I got the pantene sheen with with the colgate gleam
I have a confident and polished appearance
I mean shit.. they told me I was worth it.. legit that's all I need
I have confidence in myself because others have told me I am valuable
I'm free to rot my teeth with coca co I utilise
I am free to make my own choices and use them to my advantage
The phenylalanic flow to tap the toe and rock it
I have a creative and dynamic outlook on life
Live I survive by the means I deploy
I survive by using any and all means available to me
Laugh in the face of the void.. prozac.. enjoy
I choose to laugh in the face of the unknown and find enjoyment in life
We're on top with the same sweatshop enterprise
We are succeeding in a system that exploits cheap labor
We're big macking keep the fries on the side
We are successful in business and have learned to maximize profits
'cause I'm like n.i.k.e get the fat free
I am motivated to succeed and live a healthy life
One hell of a pimp almost get it for free
I have a great deal of success and can get what I want without paying for it
Wrappin job skills up with the childcare too
I have many skills that I can use to get ahead in life
If you're poor and underage we'll come and see you
We are willing to help those who are struggling in life
'cause I'm logo largin crash card chargin
I am confident in myself and my abilities to succeed
A hard entourage for the cultural barge
I have surrounded myself with a strong and supportive network of friends and colleagues
Mmm.. yeah that's the sound
I am successful and proud of it
Roll the red rugs out 'cause we're coming round
We are coming to take what is rightfully ours and have the support to do it
You can listen to the mithanthric shit I be given
You can listen to the wisdom I offer
But I can't be guaranteein take it or leave it
You can choose to listen to my advice or not, but I can't guarantee the results
Call me a hyppocrit for this I know I can't be forgiven
You may call me a hypocrite, but I know that I cannot be forgiven for who I am
By product of the ego.. nomic life I be livin
I am a product of my own ego and the life that I have chosen to live
I'd be fucking with you if I said I knew what to do
I don't always have the answers and can admit that
But before you get to swallow just remember to chew
Think before you act and make sure you fully understand the consequences
And if it tastes like shit then spit it out.. out out out
If something isn't working, don't be afraid to abandon it
Murdoctered that's beyond a doubt
There is corruption and deceit that is hard to ignore
'cause none of what you hear and even less what you're seein
What you hear and see may not be the whole truth
Comes even close to any version of the truth worth believing
The only version of the truth worth believing is the one that comes from within
It's just a bland scam stamped with the master brand
The things that we are sold are often empty and meaningless
Lambs to the slaughter
We are being led to our destruction
Only 'cause you do what you oughta
We are being led astray because we are doing what is expected of us
But if your plan is to take what you can
If your plan is to take everything you can get
Watch where you stand
Be careful and aware of your surroundings
Hand bights the clan - fear fights on demand
Those in power control the masses through fear
And if you understand evil could be good mistook
If you understand that what is seen as evil could actually be good
You gotta get the fuck up and take a look...
You have to be willing to question everything and look into things for yourself
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing
Written by: QUAN YEOMANS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
oldmanmaxie
This was, without a doubt, one of the best songs to come out of Australia. And my GOD does it go off live.
barnziie
Quan is an amazing lyricist, such a diverse band = why they are my fave.
Richtothemax
YYYEEWWWWWWWWWW Ive been looking for this song for YEARS MON! Cheers for posting.
lauriehammy
Fuckin amazing raps.
Leo' Troys'ie
Was that Reinfamous Cole out & about