Their impressive live show at this time brought them to the attention of The Sisters of Mercy front man Andrew Eldritch, who, after seeing a local performance, invited them as special guests on their 1984 Black October tour. The next two years saw the band gracing the stage with acts such as Siouxsie & The Banshees, Spear Of Destiny & The Mission etc..
Undeterred, following vocalist Anne Hurst's sudden departure in 1985 following the release of their second album "Futile Combat, the band enjoyed greater national chart success with the singles 'Restless' & 'Just A Minute' via signing to Chrysalis Records with new vocalist Katrina Phillips (from ex Specials Terry Hall’s band The Colourfield, single 'Thinking Of You')
This line up of the group disbanded in 1987 but due to the advent of the worldwide web, reissues of earlier studio and compilation albums, along with a rapidly growing resurgence of interest in eighties music & culture the band reformed again in 2002.
Now consisting of original members Stan Greenwood, Roger "Trotwood" Nowell and Ian "Karl Heinz" Taylor, i.e. the main songwriters of the band (all of whom were in the original pre cursor to Skeletal Family from 1979 called The Elements) produced two new original studio albums "Sakura" & "Songs Of Love Hope & Despair" alongside a third release on Jungle Records titled "Day Of All Days"
The band continue to play live to this day, headlining alternative European festivals / events which culminated with an extensive month long USA in 2018 coupled with one off appearances in Brazil and Mexico.
2020 / 2021 saw the band utilising the Covid pandemic to their advantage. Alongside vocalist Anneka Latta and drummer Adrian "Ozzy" Osadzenko the band recorded 19 new songs at Paul Weller's Black Barn Studios, Ripley, UK.
Ten of these tracks have been selected for the bands sixth studio album "Light From The Dark" scheduled for release Spring 2023 via Chapter 22 Records.
Skeletal Family 2023 line up:-
Anneka Latta - Vocals
Stan Greenwood - Guitars
Roger "Trotwood" Nowell - Bass
Ian "Karl Heinz" Taylor - Keyboards / Saxophone
Adrian "Ozzy" Osadzenko
This Time
Skeletal Family Lyrics
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It's time to tell me
Where I stand
Can′t hide away no more
I'm going to make my stand
Just like I told you before
Tomorrow is another day
I don't care what people say
I′m where to stay
Tomorrow is another day
I don't care what people say
I′m not gonna hide away
If you care, do you understand
I can't hide away no more
And the picture on the wall
That you′re gonna regret
It stares at me everyday
Tell me I can't hide away
So I don′t betray and make it back to you
Tomorrow is another day
I don't care what people say
I'm not running away
I′m here to stay
Tomorrow is another day
I don′t care what people say
I'm not gonna hide away
So here we are again
Back to beginning
Ready to start anew
Don′t change your mind
I'll be with you this time
We got to make it stand
Tomorrow is another day
I don′t care what people say
I'm not running away
I′m here to stay
Tomorrow is another day
I don't care what people say
I'm not gonna hide away
Tomorrow or today
I don′t care what people say
I′m not running away
I'm here to stay
Tomorrow or today
I don′t care what people say
I'm not running away
The lyrics of Skeletal Family's song "This Time" convey a strong sense of determination and defiance. The singer expresses their frustration with not understanding their current situation and demands to be told where they stand. They declare that they can no longer hide away and are ready to make a stand, just as they had previously stated. They emphasize that tomorrow is another day, indicating a sense of hope and the belief that things can change. The singer refuses to care about what others say or to run away, expressing their unwavering commitment to stay and face whatever challenges come their way.
The mention of a picture on the wall that will be regretted implies some kind of mistake or betrayal, but the singer is determined not to repeat it in order to make it back to the person they address in the song. They reiterate that tomorrow is another day, emphasizing their disregard for others' opinions or judgments, and their refusal to hide away. The song ends with a sense of a fresh start, with the singer and the person they address ready to begin again and make their stand together.
Overall, the lyrics of "This Time" speak to the themes of resilience, defiance, and the pursuit of authentic connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I don’t understand
I am confused and do not comprehend.
It's time to tell me
The moment has come to share the truth with me.
Where I stand
Inform me about my current position or situation.
Can't hide away no more
I can no longer conceal myself or my emotions.
I'm going to make my stand
I will firmly express my beliefs or take a stand for myself.
Just like I told you before
Similar to what I previously mentioned or promised.
Tomorrow is another day
The following day offers new opportunities or chances.
I don't care what people say
I am not affected by or concerned about others' opinions.
I'm not running away
I will not escape or avoid the situation.
I'm here to stay
I am committed and won't leave or give up easily.
If you care, do you understand
If you truly care, do you comprehend the situation?
And the picture on the wall
Referring to a specific image displayed on the wall.
That you're gonna regret
You will feel remorse or sorrow about it.
It stares at me everyday
Every day, the image gazes at me intensely.
Tell me I can't hide away
Urge me to stop avoiding and facing reality.
So I don't betray and make it back to you
Thus, I won't deceive you and return to your side.
So here we are again
We find ourselves in a similar situation once more.
Back to beginning
Returning to the starting point or initial stage.
Ready to start anew
Prepared to commence fresh or with a clean slate.
Don't change your mind
Please, do not alter or reconsider your decision.
I'll be with you this time
I will be by your side in this particular instance.
We got to make it stand
We must ensure that we succeed and make our mark.
Tomorrow or today
Be it the following day or even today.
I don't care what people say
Others' opinions hold no significance to me.
I'm not gonna hide away
I refuse to seclude myself or avoid confrontations.
I'm here to stay
I am here for the long haul, unchanging and permanent.
I'm not running away
I will not flee or escape from the situation.
Writer(s): Stephen Greenwood, Roger Alan Nowell
Contributed by Colton M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dunderaia
This song is great! The guitar, the melody, her voice, the lyrics... Perfect!
Ovni de plata
Yeaah Amazing 😍🎧💋
Lydieluck 77
Wow I’m very impressed! Not exactly what I expected! It is almost a mix of 60s psychedelic rock with traditional goth music ?! I really dig it. My boyfriend is going to see them in the next week although I doubt it will be all original members.
Roger Nowell
All three original members and a great drummer
liouxliouxisgod
Anne Marie Hurst is all that matters tbh
HaleG
I have seen them 35 years ago with the original members. That was quite a treat these days. Largely Gothic audience back then, but still distinguishable from most others at the time.
528puktuf
I always thought that it's just a good song. Great guitars and everything. But today the lyrics totally got to me. I'm touched...
Ghosts ▲⨢Witches
Been looking for this sound in music for awhile now.
This is a perfect blend of all elements within music.
bannor216
i've ran my tests and have concluded that this is a good comment
FileAssassin
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