On September 26th, 2014, Screaming Headless Torsos released Code Red, the highly anticipated first record in almost a decade. On October 1st the Torsos hit the road for the European leg of their “Code Red Tour”. The first full-length release with lead singer Freedom Bremner was produced by Torsos Veteran producer Gregg Fine and showcases their signature “gumbo” of rock, pop, R&B, jazz and electro-soul, and boasts an impressive roster of special guests including guitarist James Valentine (Maroon 5), Bernie Worrell (Parliament Funkadelic, Talking Heads), Casey Benjamin (Robert Glasper Experiment) and 14 time GRAMMY-Award winning producer Ron Saint Germain takes the helm on the title track.
“Code Red” the title track and collaboration with Ron Saint Germain is a pop/metal anthem that rocks at break-neck speed and tells the story of the horrors of post-traumatic stress -- of a soldier who can’t escape the nightmares in his head. James Valentine, guitarist of Maroon 5, known for his hooky guitar grooves, steps out on the electro-soul jam “Brooce Swayne” with a shredding Munsters-Meets-Maggot-Brain solo. “Wizard of Woo”, the tribute to legendary keyboardist and founding member of Parliament Funkadelic, Bernie Worrell, is a madcap, tempo-shifting rollercoaster ride that features Worrell and unites the Torsos with the Mothership as only he can.
Over the past 19 years, SHT, lead by David Fiuczynski, has been quietly expanding their reach as the cultish wild child of rock, jazz and soul. After the critically acclaimed release of their debut album Screaming Headless Torsos, after Musician Magazine named them one of the “Top 10 Bands to Watch”, the band has continued to be embraced by fans in the jazz and alternative rock communities. “It’s pretty wild, when we’re playing some of these big festivals, to see new fans who were children when our first record came out,” said Fiuczysnki. It is SHT’s message and groove and that keeps bringing fans into the fold from around the world.
Code Red
Screaming Headless Torsos Lyrics
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At night in my head, sirens haunt my dreams
At night in my bed, sirens haunt my dreams
Chant.....
Run for cover, hide, camouflage, disguise
Code Red !!! Code Red !!! Code Red !!! Code Red !!!
Nightmares in My head....
At night, oh so leaden, sirens haunt my dreams,
Mental Armageddon, sirens haunt my dreams..
Chant.....
Run for cover hide, camouflage, disguise
Falling, falling, falling......
Run for cover hide, camouflage, disguise
Code Red !!! Code Red !!! Code Red !!! Code Red !!!
Nightmares in My head....
The song "Code Red" by Screaming Headless Torsos is a deeply introspective look at the anxiety and fear that can plague a person's mind. The recurring chorus of "Code Red!!!" seems to be calling attention to the sense of urgency and danger that the singer feels, with the sirens in their dreams representing an ominous warning. The chant to "run for cover, hide, camouflage, disguise" adds to the atmosphere of paranoia and fear, as the singer feels trapped and uncertain. The repetition of the line "nightmares in my head" further emphasizes the sense of distress and unease that the singer experiences.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of mental health struggles as a form of "mental Armageddon," suggesting that the singer's inner turmoil is overwhelming and apocalyptic. The use of the word "leaden" to describe the nights when the sirens haunt the singer's dreams adds to the heavy and oppressive feeling of dread. Overall, the song seems to be an expression of the anxiety and fear that can take hold of a person's thoughts, causing them to feel trapped and vulnerable.
Line by Line Meaning
At night in my head, sirens haunt my dreams
During the night, I am troubled by intrusive thoughts of sirens, which play out in my mind while I sleep.
At night in my bed, sirens haunt my dreams
Similar to the previous line, I experience nocturnal thoughts of sirens while I am at rest in my bed.
Chant.....
Run for cover, hide, camouflage, disguise
I am urging myself to seek safety and take necessary precautions in response to the perceived threat of the sirens.
Code Red !!! Code Red !!! Code Red !!! Code Red !!!
I am reminding myself of the severity of the situation I am facing - this is an emergency with significant danger involved.
Nightmares in My head....
I am experiencing terrifying recurring dreams or thoughts of sirens that are causing me distress.
At night, oh so leaden, sirens haunt my dreams,
The sirens are having a profound and heavy impact on my thoughts and dreams during the night.
Mental Armageddon, sirens haunt my dreams..
The sirens I am experiencing in my thoughts and dreams are causing me extreme mental distress, as if facing the end of the world.
Falling, falling, falling......
I feel as though I am descending or falling into a state of utter chaos or despair.
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@pablosenllellanos5255
This band really kick ass ! As a melomaniac i enjoy a lot you creativity ; the percussion is outstanding ; and David is an amazing guitarrist ! Come to Barcelona please!
@moltfreaky
qué crack Senllé, no sabia que te molaban jajajajaja :D
@brianjsmith4510
SHT = totally badass kickass! I miss Freedom, Fuze.
@davidruscitti6709
Great album! Please post more of these vids from the studio.
@ScreamingHeadlessTorsos
Will do. we promise.
@Squirrelconga
Yeah¡!!!!¡!!!!!!¡!!!!!!!¡ 💜
@blancoalbertoc
excelente! vuelvan por Argentina please!!!
@barbarianprophecies
Great work , congrats !
@ScreamingHeadlessTorsos
Thank you! Really appreciate it.
@LeonMonterrubioGuitar
Great song!✌🏻