An album entitled 'Walking with the radio on' was recorded at the same time under the guidance of upcoming producer Steve Lillywhite, but shelved by Island Records as they focused their attention and producer on an upcoming outfit calling themselves 'U2'. The band disbanded shortly after. Drummer Ricky 'Rocket' Goldstein left to join Sham 69 and played on Sham`s later hits.
Guitarist Wally Hacon went off to work with Wreckless Eric, for whom he wrote the single 'Broken Doll' (later covered by Sir Cliff Richard), whilst Bobby Collins had a spell as bass player in Holly and The Italians.
The 'Walking with the radio on' album was eventually given a release in Japan in 2000 by Base Records, and a UK release in 2003 by Angel Air Records.
With renewed vigour, lead vocalist and songwriter Dave Philp re-assembled The Automatics in 2000 and recorded the Automatics "2" album with top L.A. producer Jim Wirt. "2" was released in Japan by Base Records in 2001 and promoted by a series of Japanese dates. Another album of "Rarities" from their early days was issued by Base Records the same year.
In 2002, Swedish label Diapazam Records coupled together 2 early tracks and released the 7" vinyl single "Wild One"/ "Like a moth into a flame".
2003 saw the band release the brand new 'Forty Virgins In The Afterlife' album. The album was released on Base Records in Japan and also had a release in Germany on Trash 2001 Records. It had the added bonus of a guest appearance from the Sex Pistols` Steve Jones, who played guitar on the tracks 'Trash' and 'Peace on Earth', and was supported by a Japanese tour in 2004.
Dave Philp has been vigorously writing and recording over the last few years and has just released the brand new Automatics album 'Britannia' in July 2006 on UK label Dork Records. Guests on the 'Britannia' album include Steve Jones (Sex Pistols), Ian McCallum (Stiff Little Fingers), Mick Rossi (Slaughter & the dogs), Michael Des Barres (Silverhead, Detective, Power station), Jim Wirt and others.
The Automatics released "Old River Thames" as a single on Dork Records in December 2006, a track taken from the "Britannia" album. At the time of writing the single stands at #3 in the Big L Radio (Radio London) Fab 40, having been championed by former BBC and current Big L Radio presenter Mike Read.
Another punk band named The Automatics was active in the 1990s in Portland, Oregon. They produced many records on Mutant Pop Records and four full-length albums (including Murder/Suicide and Automatics) on a variety of labels.
Keep On
The Automatics Lyrics
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So please keep your eyes on the radar screen, yeah
This adventure is a one way street
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
So please keep your eyes on the radar screen, yeah
This adventure is a one way street
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
No parking in lanes, no parking in lanes
No parking there, no parking there
No parking in lanes, no parking in lanes
There's no parking there, no parking there
Keep the exits clear, I've got to get away
I've got a job to do, there's no room for mistakes
Keep your eyes peeled
This adventure is a one way street
So please keep your eyes on the radar screen, yeah
This adventure is a one way street
So please keep your eyes on the radar screen
This adventure is a one way street
So please keep your eyes on the radar screen, yeah
This adventure is a one way street
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Keep the exits clear, I've got to get away
I've got a job to do, there's no room for mistakes
Keep the exits clear, I've got to get away
I've got a job to do, there's no room for mistakes
Keep your eyes peeled
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Keep the exits clear, I've got to get away
I've got a job to do, there's no room for mistakes
Keep the exits clear, I've got to get away
I've got a job to do, there's no room for mistakes
Mistakes
The lyrics to The Automatics’s song “Keep On” seem to be about an adventure that is taking place on a one-way street. The singer implores the listener to keep their eyes on the radar screen, as there is no room for mistakes in this adventure. They also warn against parking in lanes and make it clear that they need the exits clear to get away and do their job properly.
The repeated emphasis on the one-way street and radar screen seems to suggest that the singer sees life as a journey or adventure that can only be traveled in one direction. The importance of keeping a watchful eye on the radar screen suggests that the journey is risky or uncertain, and requires vigilance and focus to navigate successfully. The warnings against parking and the need to keep exits clear seem to reinforce the idea that this adventure is urgent and time-sensitive, with little room for error along the way.
Overall, the lyrics to “Keep On” are open to multiple interpretations, but they seem to suggest a sense of urgency and risk, with the singer urging the listener to stay focused and alert, and to avoid any potential obstacles or mistakes that might arise along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
This adventure is a one way street
This experience has only one possible outcome or path
So please keep your eyes on the radar screen, yeah
Be attentive and watchful to detect any potential dangers or obstacles
No parking in lanes, no parking in lanes
You cannot stop or remain stationary in certain areas
There's no parking there, no parking there
Those places are not meant for parking
Keep the exits clear, I've got to get away
Make sure there is nothing obstructing my means of escape, as I have an urgent reason to leave
I've got a job to do, there's no room for mistakes
I have a task to complete and it is crucial for me to not make any errors
Keep your eyes peeled
Stay alert and vigilant, paying attention to your surroundings
Keep your eyes on the radar screen
Pay attention and remain aware of any potential obstacles or problems that might arise
Mistakes
Undesirable errors or oversights that could result in negative consequences
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@KarateKid975
This song is so underrated.
@queenv4340
Ikr
@davidhass6944
Facts!!! still fire voice Beautiful 😍 2022💯💪🌹🌹🌹 Forever classic
@shawnpipkins2205
Sure is
@shawnpipkins2205
The whole album
@shawnpipkins2205
Is fire
@anabanana021599
Saw her live at the Fantasia concert. She sounds so RAW live. Her voice is amazing. She’s so chill.
@sparklerucker8054
Same her. It was a great show.
@ayceg2516
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 between her and Ella Mai and H.E.R it's about to be some beautiful music put out. Glad these women existin music
@inreallife767
Anticipating...