They describe their heavily art-damaged and theatrical style as "Brechtian punk cabaret", a phrase invented by Palmer because she was "terrified" that the press would invent a name that "would involve the word 'gothic'," and are part of an underground dark cabaret movement that started gaining momentum in the early 1990s.
Palmer accompanies her confessional story-songs with a thunderous and shimmering piano style that rests on the shoulders of Jerry Lee Lewis and Nina Simone. Viglione's jazz and hardcore-influenced drumming and creative percussion are the perfect foil, providing in turns a delicate cradle of rhythm and a piercing bed of nails onto which Palmer lays her raw, tragicomic lyrics.
The release of their debut album The Dresden Dolls, produced by Martin Bisi (Swans, Sonic Youth), has won the band accolades from both mainstream and underground media, and it appears that the Dolls are poised to transcend cult status and smash all commonly held ideas about what a rock band is supposed to be. Their awe-striking live energy and singular look has earned them opening slots for Nine Inch Nails, Beck, the B-52s, Jane's Addiction, OK Go and Panic! At the Disco, a tour with the Legendary Pink Dots, and a victory in the 2003 WBCN Rock and Roll Rumble.
Their second album Yes, Virginia was released in 2006, eventually followed by a companion record No, Virginia in 2008, which features b-sides and out-takes from the "Yes, Virginia" sessions, as well as a smattering of new tracks.
At the end of summer 2008 they announced a hiatus. The band has made further announcements saying they will reunite when the time is right for both of them, and have stressed they have not broken up.
In September 2008, rumors began to circulate about the future of the whole band. Viglione confirmed that the band is currently on hiatus but emphasized that he and Palmer are on good terms and that they will get together again when it feels right for both of them. In late July and early August 2009, a rumor began to spread that the band was "reuniting for performances in 2010" but Palmer clarified in her blog on August 7: "There's been a ton of press lately re-printing an old quote from an old interview that's now blown up into a full-fledged press rumour that Brian and I have planned Dresden Dolls' shows for 2010. Not true. We aren't planning any shows. Sorry about that, blame the gossip whores."
In 2010, a reunion tour to selected venues in the United States occurred. It started on Halloween in New York City and ended in San Francisco on New Years Eve.
The Dresden Dolls played a show in Mexico City on 9 December 2011. They had a tour of New Zealand and Australia in early 2012, supported by The Jane Austen Argument and The Bedroom Philosopher.
The Mouse and the Model
The Dresden Dolls Lyrics
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You could reverberate you could decay
The mouse and the model are laughing at us
We'll risk it we're desperate for someone to trust
Let's start a new heart the new charts are in
We'll take them we'll break them we'll make them give in
It starts with your family and camps in your bed
You Jekyl and hide it when you could have left
Your guard down your dress up you must be upset
Let's start a new heart the new charts are in
We'll take them we'll break them we'll make them give in
It's dark over here on the flip-side of reason
The teaser could be something easy like they did it in a book
You're a crook you're a fake you committed
If you did it say you did it if you didn't suck it up and say you did
Let's start a new heart the new charts are in
We'll tax them relax them and make them forfeit
The vote by a landslide the Jekyl and Hyde
Mackenzie macabre she's bonnie and Clyde
The song “The Mouse and the Model” by The Dresden Dolls is an intriguing composition that can be interpreted in various ways. The song seems to be about the human desire for trust, acceptance, and new beginnings. The first verse suggests that life is uncertain and we can either thrive or deteriorate. The mention of “the mouse and the model” laughing at us implies that we are being judged by others who seem to have it all figured out.
The second verse tackles the issue of debt and hiding our true selves. The chorus then comes in, repeating the idea of creating something new out of the old, taking control of our lives and making others give in to our ideas. The third verse adds a more sinister element to the song, talking about the dark side of reason and how it can lure us into deceitful behavior. The last lines, mentioning Bonnie and Clyde, seem to celebrate the idea of two people being united in their rebellion against societal norms. The song is a powerful commentary on human nature and our yearning for connection, control, and rebellion.
Line by Line Meaning
Nothing is certain at this time of day
Uncertainty is prevalent during this time of day.
You could reverberate, you could decay
You may either continue to echo or deteriorate.
The mouse and the model are laughing at us
We are being ridiculed by both underdogs and influencers.
We'll risk it, we're desperate for someone to trust
Despite the danger, we are willing to take a chance and rely on someone.
Let's start a new heart, the new charts are in
Let's begin anew, as new data is available.
We'll take them, we'll break them, we'll make them give in
We will not yield; we will overcome any obstacle.
By counting your blessings you wind up in debt
Expressing gratitude can lead to problems.
It starts with your family and camps in your bed
The issues begin with your family and follow you to your bed.
You Jekyl and hide it when you could have left
You are concealing your true identity, even though you could have departed.
Your guard down, your dress up, you must be upset
Your demeanor suggests that you are troubled.
It's dark over here on the flip-side of reason
The opposing viewpoint lacks clarity.
The teaser could be something easy like they did it in a book
The solution may be simplistic, as demonstrated in literature.
You're a crook, you're a fake, you committed
You are dishonest; you lied.
If you did it, say you did it; if you didn't suck it up and say you did
Admit the truth, whether or not it reflects negatively on you.
We'll tax them, relax them, and make them forfeit
We will monetarily and emotionally burden them until they surrender.
The vote by a landslide, the Jekyl and Hyde
The Jekyll and Hyde persona triumphs by an overwhelming majority.
Mackenzie macabre, she's Bonnie and Clyde
Mackenzie is sinister, like the infamous couple.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Amanda Palmer
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