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.
Cult of the Internal Sun
Screaming Headless Torsos Lyrics
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Internal sun is where I really want to be
And I perceive you like nobody else
Shine on I and I and me
Please teach receptive minds
Eternal one awaits you oh so passionately
And how she loves you
How he loves you
I don't see you yet I see you
Once was blind but now I really see
I don't see you yet I see you
One is all is all is one is me
My name is Clyde I'm in your scope
I'm into light without dope
I'm the color on your palette
The canvas on your easel
I'm slammin' like a mallet
Fired up like diesel
I'm the music monk of zen
Sliced pineapple dusted with cayenne
I'm the buzz among the bees
I've got the fragrance made of melodies
Fragrance made of melodies
Fragrance made of melodies
In the song "Cult of the Internal Sun," the singer expresses their desire to be part of an enlightened community that worships an internal sun, a metaphor for inner peace and enlightenment. The singer claims to perceive others in a unique way, as they are able to see beyond the surface to their true essence. They implore the members of this community to share their teachings with those who are receptive, as the eternal one waits passionately for those who seek enlightenment. The singer emphasizes the unity of all beings, stating that "he and she are one and you are me."
Later in the song, the singer introduces themselves as Clyde and describes their passion for light and creativity. They compare themselves to the color on a palette, the canvas on an easel, a mallet, diesel fuel, and even a music monk of Zen. They also describe themselves as a buzz among the bees, with a fragrance made of melodies.
Overall, the lyrics of "Cult of the Internal Sun" encourage listeners to seek inner peace and enlightenment, while also celebrating individual creativity and the connection between all beings.
Line by Line Meaning
I know what's good for me
I am aware of what is best for me
Internal sun is where I really want to be
The source of enlightenment within me is where I desire to be
And I perceive you like nobody else
I understand you in a way that no one else can
Shine on I and I and me
Illuminate and guide me, myself, and I
Please teach receptive minds
Help those who are open to learning and growth
Eternal one awaits you oh so passionately
The eternal, divine force eagerly awaits your arrival
And how she loves you
The divine force has great love for you
How he loves you
The divine force has great love for you
He and she are one and you are me
The masculine and feminine energies within the divine force are one, and YOU are also an extension of this force
I don't see you yet I see you
I may not see you in the physical world, but I can sense your presence
Once was blind but now I really see
I was once unaware, but now I have gained insight and understanding
One is all is all is one is me
Everything is connected and a part of the same universe, including myself
My name is Clyde I'm in your scope
My name is Clyde and I am within your field of vision
I'm into light without dope
I am interested in natural means of achieving enlightenment, not through drugs
I'm the color on your palette
I am a part of the vast range of experiences and emotions that make up your life
The canvas on your easel
I am a blank slate upon which you can create and manifest your desires
I'm slammin' like a mallet
I am powerful and impactful
Fired up like diesel
I am filled with energy and passion
I'm the music monk of zen
I am a spiritual leader who uses music to guide others towards tranquility and enlightenment
Sliced pineapple dusted with cayenne
A metaphor for a life that is both sweet and spicy
I'm the buzz among the bees
I am the exciting and inspiring force among the ordinary
I've got the fragrance made of melodies
My essence is that of beautiful, harmonious sounds
Fragrance made of melodies
I am an expression of musical beauty
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