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.
Vinnie
Screaming Headless Torsos Lyrics
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With distortion onâ?? distortion off
The moving grooving grinding cruisin' dissidence (sic
Twelve-tone beat atonal heat nonsense chords that always meet
Got it, right! Got it, wrong sorry but I'll pass y'number on
Vinnie's looking for the Pepper sound
Still red-hot but heavier bound
Vinnie's looking for the Pepper sound
Still red-hot but heavier bound
Schoenberg over hairy palms
It's fine to mix the music but please don't abuse it
'Cause the groove is Black so don't get whack on me
It's fine to be selective, to see it all collective
But ya gotta give the credit where it's due
Thank the funk Thank the rock Thank you funk
Brother looking for a band
Can be a real pain in the butt
Y'waste a lotta time
Meet a lotta nuts
Like Vinnie the Meatball
He was a real eat-all
Who couldn't or wouldn't
Express his quest
He used at best hype terminology
But to me that's all Cornyology
C'mon make a stand
Bring y'own plan
B' y'self Or let it go
The song "Vinnie" by Screaming Headless Torsos is about a man named Vinnie who is looking for a band to play in. He has a specific style in mind, which is a mix of jazz, funk, thrash, and rock with distortion on and off. He wants to play music with a strong groove that has dissonant chords and a twelve-tone beat. The lyrics suggest that Vinnie is a bit of a difficult person to work with, as he has very specific ideas about what he wants and can be picky about who he works with. He is looking for something that sounds like the "Pepper sound", which is a reference to the Red Hot Chili Peppers and their particular style of funk rock. The song encourages musicians to be true to themselves and not to get caught up in superficial hype or terminology.
The lyrics of "Vinnie" are insightful in their exploration of the creative process and the challenges that can arise when trying to collaborate with others. The song recognizes the importance of individual artistic vision and the need to honor the contributions of others. It also highlights the difficulties of finding like-minded individuals and the potential for misunderstandings and disagreements when working together.
Line by Line Meaning
Vinnie's looking for a band - Jazz Funk Thrash Rock
Vinnie is searching for a band that plays a fusion of music genres, including jazz, funk, thrash, and rock.
With distortion on - distortion off
Vinnie wants the band to play with and without distortion effects on their instruments.
The moving grooving grinding cruisin' dissidence
The band should have a style of music that is very lively, energetic, and filled with engaging rhythms.
Twelve-tone beat atonal heat nonsense chords that always meet
Vinnie wants the band to play unconventional music that incorporates 12-tone beats, atonal chords, and other dissonant elements.
Got it, right! Got it, wrong sorry but I'll pass y'number on
Vinnie wants musicians to audition for the band, and if they are not the right fit, he will respectfully decline but offer to pass on their contact information to someone who might be interested.
Vinnie's looking for the Pepper sound
Vinnie is seeking a sound similar to the band Red Hot Chili Peppers.
Still red-hot but heavier bound
Vinnie wants the band to have a sound that is still very hot and exciting but with a heavier, more intense edge.
Brain child of pubescent psalms
The music should be creative, innovative, and inspired by youthful or adolescent ideas.
Schoenberg over hairy palms
The band should have a musical style that blends traditional and unconventional elements, much like Arnold Schoenberg's avant-garde compositions.
It's fine to mix the music but please don't abuse it
Vinnie wants the band to incorporate different styles of music, but not at the expense of destroying the groove or harmony of the song.
Cause the groove is Black so don't get whack on me
The band needs to maintain the authenticity and soul of the groove, without deviating too far from it.
It's fine to be selective, to see it all collective
Vinnie is open to exploring different musical styles and ideas, as long as the band members work together as a united team.
But ya gotta give the credit where it's due
Vinnie believes in acknowledging and appreciating the contributions of everyone in the band.
Thank the funk Thank the rock Thank you funk
Vinnie is grateful for the music genres that have influenced him and he wants to create music that honors and celebrates those styles.
Brother looking for a band
Vinnie is a musician who wants to join or form a band.
Can be a real pain in the butt
The process of finding and collaborating with other musicians can be challenging and frustrating.
Y'waste a lotta time
Looking for the right musicians and making music can take a lot of time and energy.
Meet a lotta nuts
Along the way, Vinnie has encountered musicians who were eccentric, difficult to work with, or not right for the band.
Like Vinnie the Meatball
Vinnie compares himself to a meatball, possibly because it is an Italian-American stereotype, or because it represents something full of variety and flavor.
He was a real eat-all
Vinnie was very eager and enthusiastic about music, as if he wanted to consume every element of it.
Who couldn't or wouldn't express his quest
Vinnie struggled to articulate or express what he wanted to accomplish artistically with his music.
He used at best hype terminology
Vinnie may have been accustomed to using marketing language or buzzwords when talking about music, rather than more specific or detailed descriptions.
But to me that's all Cornyology
Despite Vinnie's efforts to explain his vision, the terminology he used seemed insincere, unoriginal, or cliché to the singer of the song.
C'mon make a stand
The song ultimately encourages Vinnie (and others like him) to take a clear stance about what kind of music they want to create and pursue it.
Bring y'own plan
Rather than relying on clichés, hype, or generic aspirations, Vinnie should develop a unique and specific plan for how he wants to make music.
B' y'self or let it go
Vinnie needs to be true to himself and his artistic vision when making music, or else he risks losing his sense of authenticity and purpose.
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