Formed by Tobias Kippenberger, Simon Visti and Ace in the Spring of 2006. They are known to be one of Denmark's most spectacular live acts. Their debut album, "All Juice No Fruit" was released in Denmark on October 15th 2007 by Tabu Rec./Playground, their second album was released in March 2010 on Target Records.
The songs Told Her I'm from Compton and Do Your Sister have enjoyed quite a lot of airplay in Denmark and brought them to a nomination for the P3 Talent Prize in 2008.
Songs like All Outta Love, Leave me Now (Leave Me Tomorrow) and Harder Than You Think brought them several nominations for "Howl at the Moon", including the P3 Gold Prize, GAFFA Awards and Zulu Awards in 2010/11 - the only award they won, ironically was Best "New" Act at Zulu Awards.
Vocals: Tobias Kippenberger
Bass: Simon Visti
Drums: Ace
Guitar: Lars Rock
TIMELINE:
March 2011
Nominated for Best Album, Best Singer and Best "New" Act at Zulu Awards
Voted Best "New" Act - THANK YOU!
Ironically this is our first award ever...
January 2011
Nominated for P3 Guld Award + P3 Hit of the Year with "All Outta Love"
Performed "All Outta Love" at the show
December 2010
Nominated for 5 GAFFA Awards without winning any...
The host Anders Breinholt promised a coffee mug from his TV Show for consolation... Which makes it our only award ever
Performed "Howl at the Moon" featuring Sebastian Wolff + "Sailors, Cowboys & Indians" by request from fans on Facebook at the award show
October 2010
"Harder Than You Think" video & single relase
Performed in an alternate version on Det Nye Talkshow
Tour in Denmark
Lava Radio is launched
Summer 2010
Roskilde Festival concert at Odeon + DR Session with alternate versions
Simon's guide to "The Promised Land"
Other festivals include Nibe, Skanderborg, Bork, Start, Køge and Skive
Released a free cover version of Oasis' "Bonehead's Bank Holiday"
May 2010
"Leave Me Now (Leave Me Tomorrow)" video & single relase
Performed acoustic for Soundvenue Up Close
April 2010
Small 6 shows tour in Denmark including a concert on Fanø
Filming for the "Harder Than You Think" video...
March 2010
"Howl at the Moon" released, reached #7 on the album chart
Performed "All Outta Love" on Go'Morgen Danmark
February 2010
"All Outta Love" single release
Pick of the Week on P3
November 2009
Supporting Nephew in Denmark
Mixing "Howl at the Moon" with John O'Mahoney
October 2009
Recording "Howl at the Moon" at Sorthus, Copenhagen with Sebastian Wolff and Nikolaj Wichmann
Making of "Howl at the Moon" footage
Making of "All Outta Love" footage
Soundvenue reportage
June 2009
Supporting AC/DC in Parken, Copenhagen
January 2009
Supporting Oasis in Forum, Copenhagen
Summer 2008
Writing new songs at Simon's parent's
Festival concerts in Denmark and Norway
Among others Skanderborg Festival
May 2008
Concert at SPOT Festival 14 days after Tobias' throat was set on fire
Winner of the after party iPod Battle
April 2008
Contribution to "Kender Du Det - Fortid, nutid, Altid" with a cover version of Sebastian's "Sørøver Jenny"
February 2008
"Happy Monday" single & video release
January 2008
Nominated for P3 Guld Talent Prize
Fall 2007
Soundvenue Tour in Denmark
Release of "All Juice No Fruit"
Random concerts in Norway, Sweden, England, Germany, Ireland
TABU TV shows from round and about
September 2007
"Told Her I'm from Compton" single & video release
Pick of the Week on P3
June 2007
Roskilde Festival warm up days on Pavillon Jr.
May 2007
SPOT Festival concert
Our self-made band picture is highlighted in the programme by some expert photographer
March 2007
"Do Your Sister" single release
February 2007
Our first live concert at VEGA, Copenhagen
September 2006
We sign a record deal with TABU Records based on the 3 songs we have written
Spring 2006
The band is formed by Simon, Tobias & Ace
We record 2 demos with our friend Frey
Troels Abrahamsen remixes "Told Her I'm from Compton"
We start recording songs with Troels for an album
Sucker Love
The Floor Is Made of Lava Lyrics
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We need a hairdo and a bottle of tipsy
Every corner has a girl, every girl has an end
Every boy has a girl, my girlfriend has a friend
You know what you're for and you're for it all
You know what you want and you want it all
I'm a sucker for suckers and you suck me dry
We need seven puffs and a dragon
We need a suntan and a laser beam cannon
I've thought of making the grade, but the grade makes me laugh
I've thought of thinking it through, but the thought makes me sad
You know what you're for and you're for it all
You know what you want and you want it all
I'm a sucker for suckers and you suck me dry
The lyrics of "Sucker Love" by The Floor Is Made of Lava are confusing at first glance but upon closer inspection, the meaning behind the song is quite clear. The song is about the desires and wants that we have in life, and how we can become suckers for them. The first stanza talks about how in order to fulfill our desires, we need everything in excess - every sock, every hairdo, every bottle of tipsy. We are constantly looking for more, and every corner has something that we want. However, the satisfaction that we get from these things is temporary. Every boy has a girl, and every girl has an end - we are always searching for the next best thing.
In the second stanza, the lyrics become more surreal, with mentions of seven puffs and a dragon, a suntan, and a laser beam cannon. The singer admits that they have considered making the grade or thinking it through, but these things ultimately make them laugh or sad. It's as if the singer knows that their wants and desires are frivolous, but they can't help but be a sucker for them. The chorus is the most straightforward part of the song, with the repeated lines "You know what you're for and you're for it all. You know what you want and you want it all. I'm a sucker for suckers and you suck me dry" emphasizing the idea that we become drained by our own desires.
Overall, "Sucker Love" is a commentary on how we can become obsessed with fulfilling our desires, even when we know that they won't truly satisfy us.
Line by Line Meaning
We need every sock in the city
We require everything we can get our hands on in this city, down to every single sock.
We need a hairdo and a bottle of tipsy
We need stylish hair and alcohol to drink.
Every corner has a girl, every girl has an end
There is a girl around every corner but every relationship eventually comes to an end.
Every boy has a girl, my girlfriend has a friend
Every boy has a girlfriend, and my girlfriend has a friend that I suspect she may have feelings for.
You know what you're for and you're for it all
You know exactly what you want and you're determined to go after it without hesitation.
You know what you want and you want it all
You have a clear idea of your desires and refuse to settle for anything less than everything you want.
I'm a sucker for suckers and you suck me dry
I am attracted to people who take advantage of me and drain me of my resources and energy.
We need seven puffs and a dragon
We require recreational drugs and fantastical creatures to escape reality.
We need a suntan and a laser beam cannon
We need to appear outwardly attractive and as a form of protection, we want a weapon to scare off potential threats.
I've thought of making the grade, but the grade makes me laugh
I've considered striving for success, but the pressure and expectations of society seem ludicrous to me.
I've thought of thinking it through, but the thought makes me sad
I've considered taking a moment to evaluate my life, but the idea of confronting my problems and shortcomings fills me with overwhelming sadness.
Contributed by David B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.