The 2nd CD, 'Electric Chair Music', issued on the band's own Monongo imprint. It's worth noting that band fan LEMMY of MOTÖRHEAD repute, a vocal champion of the band, guests on the track 'B4' found on the 'Voices Of War' EP. The band's fanbase grew substantially during this period and both 'Electric Chair Music' and the EP 'Voices Of War' sold exceptionally well.
SKEW SISKIN's 1999 album WHAT THE HELL, saw the band gaining international popularity once more. Lemmy would get involved with the band once again, penning lyrics for two tracks 'Life's A Bitch' and 'Shoot Out Your Lights'. Nina also took time out to duet on the track 'Run' on POTHEAD's 'Burning Bridges' album.
Initially the group embarked upon a lengthy run of dates as guests to SAXON. Extended live work in Germany witnessed a headline tour in September and October 2000 with SKELETOR as support act. Nina would persevere on the road though, attending some shows of the MOTORHEAD tour acting as special guest vocalist for the encore song 'Born To Raise Hell'. This track had actually been originally written by Lemmy for SKEW SISKIN. Behind the scenes the band had once again fallen victim to a collapsing label as Cultural Minority floundered. Yet again a frustrated SKEW SISKIN was forced to wait out a distribution contract, this time with SPV until the Autumn of 2003. Support from Lemmy and other industry icons such as ALICE COOPER and Twiggy Ramirez from the MARILYN MANSON band helped the group through these tough times.
The band would be relatively quiet during 2001 but did place Stefan Schwarzmann of RUNNING WILD, ACCEPT, U.D.O. repute as their new drummer. Following a lengthy hiatus SKEW SISKIN, with a newly installed bassplayer, returned in September of 2002, acting as opening band for ANTHRAX and MOTORHEAD's UK dates. SKEW SISKIN also revealed a fourth album provisionally billed as 'Waste Your Youth' was nearing completion. Armed with a new drummer, the band was confirmed on a German support tour to MOTORHEAD in November. The record, backed by a promotional video of the single 'The Goddess', finally emerged billed as 'Album Of The Year'. European headline dates commencing in March of 2004 had the band on an extensive run of dates throughout Germany, France, Swizerland and Spain. However, in early April forced the band was forced to cancel the last three shows of their tour when vocalist Nina C. Alice collapsed after a show in Vienna and was rushed to a hospital.
Known to be a strong supporter of the band MOTORHEAD's frontman, Lemmy, guested with the band onstage for the first time on 5th September at the Columbiahalle in Berlin, guesting on the track 'Boogey Man'.
During 2005 the band had been forced to cancel again all their shows for the entire year, due medical treatment Nina C. Alice was undergoing for an infection.
In the beginning of 2006 SKEW SISKIN went back into the studio to start recording a new CD with Henning Menke (ex JINGO DE LUNCH, OJO ROJO) on bass and ex - ANNIHILATOR drummer Randy Black.
Towards the end of 2006 the band will finally hit the road again.
Discogs
Skew Siskin - (1992)
Electric Chair Music (1996)
Voices from the War (1996)
What the Hell (1999)
Album of the Year (2003)
Devil's Disciple (compilation) (2005)
Peace Breaker (2007)
Shake Down and Roll
Skew Siskin Lyrics
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Tastin' the sin ain't no crime
Rock 'n' roll instead o' sadness
To party's my solution
I blow the blues and the troubles away now 'cause I hate to cry
I don't need the sorrow 'cause I just prefer being a runaway
Shake down and roll
Shake down and roll
Why don't you do it like I do
Well, I got to run and I got to hide
To kill all the pain I feel deep inside
Can't stop now, I gotta go
Gotta deal with my illusion, ugh
Burn the night, won't come down
Strut my stuff all over town
Rock 'n' roll 'stead o' sadness
To party's my solution
I blow the blues and the troubles away now 'cause I hate to cry
I don't need the sorrow 'cause I just prefer being a runaway
Shake down and roll
Shake down and roll
Shake down and roll
Why don't you do it like I do
And gimme a smile
I blow the blues and the troubles away now 'cause I hate to cry
I don't need the sorrow 'cause I just prefer being a runaway
Shake down and roll
Shake down and roll
Shake down and roll
Why don't you do it like I do
B-b-b-b-b-baby, let your troubles get blown away
Let the beat blow blood through your head
In Skew Siskin's song Shake Down and Roll, the lyrics describe the singer's decision to escape their sorrows and embrace the freedom of the rock and roll lifestyle. They refuse to dwell on their troubles and instead choose to "blow the blues and the troubles away" by partying and "rock 'n' rollin' instead of sadness." The urging of the chorus to "shake down and roll" encourages the listener to let go of their problems and enjoy life. The singer claims that they would rather be a "runaway," living the carefree life of a rockstar than be bogged down by their emotional pain.
The theme of the song is one of rebellion, hedonism, and living in the moment. The singer is unapologetic about their desire to escape their problems and find happiness where they can. The song's party atmosphere and energetic instrumentals embody this carefree spirit, urging the listener to join in the fun and let their worries fade away.
Line by Line Meaning
Another night begins, right on time
The night has started as expected
Tastin' the sin ain't no crime
Indulging in pleasure is not a crime
Rock 'n' roll instead o' sadness
Choosing to enjoy rock music instead of sadness
To party's my solution
Partying is the solution to my problems
I blow the blues and the troubles away now 'cause I hate to cry
I distract myself from sadness and troubles by listening to music because I hate crying
I don't need the sorrow 'cause I just prefer being a runaway
I don't want to feel the pain because I'd choose to escape from it
Shake down and roll
Dance and have fun
Why don't you do it like I do
You should have fun like I do
Well, I got to run and I got to hide
I need to escape my problems
To kill all the pain I feel deep inside
To forget the pain that hurts me inside
Can't stop now, I gotta go
I cannot stop and need to leave now
Gotta deal with my illusion, ugh
I need to face my delusions
Burn the night, won't come down
Let's party all night without getting tired
Strut my stuff all over town
Let's show off and have fun all around town
And gimme a smile
And make me happy
B-b-b-b-b-baby, let your troubles get blown away
Hey baby, forget your problems and enjoy yourself
Let the beat blow blood through your head
Get lost in the rhythm and enjoy the music
Contributed by Samuel Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.