That single has been included in numerous multi-artist compilation albums and continues to receive major airplay to this day. Other hits include "Red Skies" (also known as "Red Skies (at Night)"), "Stand or Fall", "Saved by Zero", and "Are We Ourselves?". Interestingly, the group is one of the few British artists to have enjoyed significant success outside their country of origin while remaining mostly unknown in their home land, a trait which the Fixx shares with fellow new wave rockers The Outfield and Naked Eyes.
The Fixx regularly tour the U.S., they and recently celebrated a solid twenty-five years of making music together. Curnin, West-Oram, Greenall and Woods are now joined by bassist Gary Tibbs (formerly of Roxy Music, The Vibrators, Adam & The Ants). Cy Curnin can often be found on stage with a glass of wine in his right hand and an egg shaker in the left.
England's the Fixx has always been heralded as one of the most innovative and unique bands to come out of the MTV era. The group's lyrics and melodies are artistic statements of darkness and light, painting aural soundscapes that are cerebral, yet touch the heart. The Fixx's themes are complex, often introspective and thought-provoking, and yet the band's musical legacy has appealed to the masses with three No. 1 hits, five Top-5 hits, a dozen Top-10 hits, millions of albums sold worldwide, and countless sold-out tours.
The Fixx's sound is instantly recognizable. Songs like "One Thing Leads to Another" and "Red Skies (at Night)" remain staples, not just with classic rock radio stations, but on modern-rock formats that have helped break new wave-inspired acts a quarter of a century later.
It is rare for audiences to experience a band that has been together for 25 years. The Fixx were - and still are - Cy Curnin on lead vocals, guitarist Jamie West-Oram, keyboardist Rupert Greenall and drummer Adam Woods, and they bring this unique experience and perspective into the studio and on the road as the Fixx continue making innovative music.
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The band has retained their original lineup since first signing with MCA Records in 1981 and releasing their debut album, Shuttered Room, a few months later. It was the first of five MCA albums containing some of the most original and defining music of the decade. The LP produced two huge hits, "Red Skies" and "Stand Or Fall." Audiences connected with a band that had both style AND substance. The album spent an entire year on the Billboard Hot 100, earning the band their first Gold record.
In 1983, the band released Reach The Beach, their ground-breaking, double-platinum album which included the smash hits "One Thing Leads To Another" and "Saved by Zero." An extensive North American tour opening for The Police earned the Fixx critical acclaim and lifelong fans for their captivating performances.
The band continued with a string of top-selling albums. Phantoms, in 1984, included the hit song "Are We Ourselves," and in 1986, Walkabout produced the hit single "Secret Separation." Another hit on Billboard Magazine's Hot Club Play chart was "Deeper and Deeper" from the soundtrack to the Walter Hill film Streets of Fire.
In 1987 the band departed MCA for RCA Records and Calm Animals, showcased their second No. 1 rock track, "Driven Out," which became Billboard's ..4 Most Played Rock Track of the Year.
At the end of the decade, MCA released a greatest hits package titled One Thing Leads To Another, which has sold more than two million copies.
The '90s represented a turning point in music, and in the Fixx. Ink, released in 1991, showcased themes of struggle, and the song "How Much is Enough?" climbed to No. 10 on the Modern Rock chart. But other melodic and introspective ballads failed to find a place in the then-burgeoning grunge scene.
The band members spent some time apart, to raise families, pursue other interests, and to let the musical world decide where it was going. But there was never any thought of retirement. After the band's hiatus, The Ultimate Fixx Collection was released, showcasing the trademark FIXX sound - ethereal keyboards, an inventive rhythm section, passionate vocals and shattering guitar work - a sound that has produced a variety of memorable hits which remain significant today.
The band returned to the studio for CMC International Records. Elemental, released in 1998, marked a new, contemporary evolution in the group's history, blending the familiar FIXX sound with a fresh, modern feel. It showcased the band's signature rock sound with songs such as "Two Different Views" and "We Once Held Hands." With Elemental, the Fixx reclaimed their place in pop culture. Their creative energy and spirit renewed, the recording sessions yielded too many songs for just one CD, and later a second collection was released entitled Happy Landings and Lost Tracks, including "Mayfly" and "Freeman."
The wonderful acoustic 1011 Woodland, from 1999, was the other CMC release, and featured many of the band's favorite tunes, including "Woman on a Train" and "Cameras in Paris."
The group's unstoppable creative drive bore the 2003 release Want That Life on Rainman Records. Produced by their late collaborator and motivator Martin Rex, and with bassist Gary Tibbs, completing the line-up, it became The Fixx's eighth studio album and featured the haunting and thought-provoking "Touch" and "Are You Satisfied?"
It is the band's unmistakable sound and relevant, accessible songs that keep the Fixx unique among the thousands of artists that fill the airwaves. In concert, the band delivers that same sonic authenticity because they are the genuine article, the real deal. Concert-goers, whether Fixxtures (longtime fans) or those experiencing the Fixx for the first time, are thrilled by the band's dynamic stage presence and trademark sound.
Having celebrated their 25th anniversary with a DVD made by fans, and the imminent release of new songs, the band once again proves that they are constantly evolving, seeking new heights. In March of this year, the band reconvened in London with bassist Dan K. Brown, much to the delight of long-time Fixxtures.
The Fixx, with their combination of classic hits and innovative new music, continues to excite and inspire - both live and on record.
See: http://www.thefixx.com/
In Suspense
The Fixx Lyrics
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That presents itself again
One rule for the species
And another for the man
Place yourself in his shoes
Observe his evil bent
Watch out for illusion
In suspense, who, what, where and why
In suspense, who, what, where and why
Take a tip from no one
Become immortal man
No fear of your ending
Prepare your masterplan
In suspense, who, what, where and why
In suspense, who, what, where and why
I look for the connection
Between yourself and I
There is less time than we wish for
Another species dies
Invent a life with your eyes
Inscribe your own mottos
Use some imagination
Then watch your spirit grow
In suspense, who, what, where and why
In suspense, who, what, where and why
I look for the connection
Between yourself and I
There is less time than we wish for
Another species dies
The song "In Suspense" by The Fixx questions the existence of evil and its impact on humanity, while highlighting the importance of introspection and individuality. The lyrics suggest that evil is a pervasive force that can manifest itself in different forms, and that it's essential to maintain a critical eye to avoid falling prey to its illusory nature. The phrase "One rule for the species and another for the man" implies that there are different standards and expectations for different people or groups and challenges the idea of universal justice. The song advises its listeners to be wary of deception and to forge their own path instead of taking advice from others.
The chorus of the song, "In suspense, who, what, where, and why," emphasizes the sense of uncertainty that pervades the lyrics and captures the mood of apprehension and distrust. The lines "Take a tip from no one, become immortal man, no fear of your ending, prepare your master plan" urge the listener to be self-reliant and to strive for greatness, regardless of fear or limitations. The song highlights the urgency of taking action and of recognizing the connection between ourselves and others, as evidenced by the line "there is less time than we wish for, another species dies."
Line by Line Meaning
Is it the glow of evil
Questioning whether the feeling of malevolence is present
That presents itself again
The singer recognizes this feeling as something recurring
One rule for the species
There is a governing standard for all creatures
And another for the man
This standard changes when it comes to mankind
Place yourself in his shoes
Empathize with the antagonist's perspective
Observe his evil bent
Watch the antagonist's malicious intentions
Watch out for illusion
Beware of deceiving appearances
Or you may become a friend
Otherwise, you may unknowingly side with the antagonist
In suspense, who, what, where and why
Asking the classic investigative questions
Take a tip from no one
Not taking advice from anyone else
Become immortal man
Achieving a level of greatness that goes beyond death
No fear of your ending
Having no qualms about death
Prepare your masterplan
Crafting a laid-out, definitive course of action
I look for the connection
The singer is searching for a link to their subject
Between yourself and I
Between the singer and the listener
There is less time than we wish for
Time is fleeting
Another species dies
Another living organism perishes
Invent a life with your eyes
Designing and imagining one's own existence
Inscribe your own mottos
Creating words or phrases to live by
Use some imagination
Exercising creativity
Then watch your spirit grow
Observing one's internal growth
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADAM TERENCE WOODS, CYRIL JOHN CURNIN, DANIEL KINGSMILL BROWN, JAMES WEST ORAM, PETER JOHN GREENALL
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@solitude714
this song is much older maybe 1984 but a killer song love it
@danieltaillefer3604
And no drum machine here, only humans playing it good
@solitude714
@@danieltaillefer3604 exactly 👍