2) Mark Gunnery (of the Riot-Folk colle… Read Full Bio ↴1) The Band of “Psycho Chicken”.
2) Mark Gunnery (of the Riot-Folk collective) and Mahra Parian.
3) Japanese R&R Band.Check also フールズ.
(1) The Fools Story
By Hugh Jarse
Sometime around 1975, deep in the Home of the Fried Clam, Ipswich, Massachusetts, a really fun bunch of guys who had a band called "The Rhythm A's" somehow changed and became The Fools. This is their story.
All entertainers have a gimmick, a shtick, if you will (even if you won't). The object of a Fools show was to blow real life out of all proportion and morph ‘just another night out to see a band’ into the most fun anyone had ever had — anywhere! Meeting with great success, it wasn't long before the lads were masterminding stage trickery, pratfalls, skits, themes, twisted audience participation, practical jokes, paybacks, big nights and even some colossal events. Then they discovered radio.
In 1979 "Psycho Chicken," X-rated parody of The Talking Heads' "Psycho Killer," exploded over the airwaves of Boston. The boys were so excited they followed up almost at once with another whopping hit — "It's a Night for Beautiful Girls." And the guys weren't the only ones to get excited. EMI Records signed the band and sent them right out to tour the U.S. with The Knack. The tour was a smashing success. Then, off to Miami to record the victorious debut album "Sold Out."
The 1980’s saw the band through a storybook journey of mounting success and achievement. Adoring fans, media attention, the second album "Heavy Mental," touring the U.S. with Van Halen, massive "hometown" shows in Boston, TV appearances galore, European Tours with dizzying record sales, music videos and MTV. Then came the break with EMI. The band, alone and exhausted, retired to Cape Cod for a summer and bravely wrote their most successful album, "World Dance Party." Fueled by no less than four big radio tunes, WDP flew out of stores all across the nation. The title track "World Dance Party," along with a "Doo Wah Diddy" remake, "Life Sucks…Then You Die" and "She Makes Me Feel Big" all added up to a blockbuster of an independent release bringing in sales in excess of either 500,000 or 1,000,000 or 2,000,000 — depending on which band member you ask. Are they playing it up? (Or playing it down.)
Record-breaking radio airplay, new videos with heavy MTV play, new releases and constant touring propelled The Fools through the mid-1990's. Now in the new millenium they're at it again. Do not miss an opportunity to experience the spectacle and splendor, the legendary bombast, yes the shock and the awe — The Fools!
Who Have To Fools Played With ?...Heres just a few according to Rich Bartlett !
Let me see........There were more than a few....Though not a complete list I do remember these: In no particular order: The Doobie Brothers,[ our first 'big' show. people threw things at us] Rush,[couldn't have been nicer] J Geils,[a few times] Jefferson Starship, Blondie,[ the show at the Orpheum got us signed to EMI] The Knack,[ they're one and only tour] Van Halen,[nuff said] Toto, The Plasmatics [with Wendy O'Williams. Scary!], The Bangles,[sigh] Alvin Lee, Joan Jet, Roger McQuin, Steppenwolf, Rick Derringer, The Ramones, The Motels, Otis Day and the Knights [what a joke], Los Lobos, David Johansen, that guy who did 'It's too late for Sharon Tate' and 'People who Died', Oh yeah, that girl who did 'Walking on Sunshine - Katrina and the Waves. I know there's more. The mind is a terrible thing. Plus we did some television in Europe with Cheap Trick, Motorhead, Girl School, Peter Gabriel, The Pointer Sisters, Kate Bush, Billy Squire, 'The Dolly Dots' , a 1981 Dutch version of 'The Spice Girls, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Dukes. Or is it Jukes? I know I'm forgetting some...
Then there were a lot of Boston bands like: The Drive, The Del Fuegoes, The Dawgs, Jon Butcher Axis, The Cars,[remember Footstock?], Til Tuesday, The Nervous Eaters, Farrenheit, The Stompers, New Man, Steve Smith and the Nakeds, Girls Night Out, Face To Face, Private Lightning, The Bristols, Tom Hambridge, Human Sexual Responce, Robin Lane, Reddy Teddy, James Montgomery, The Neighborhoods, New England, Orchestra Luna, The Joe Perry Project, The Rings, The Swinging Erudities, The Orbits, and most of Ralph Fatello's bands [The Vinny Band, The Nor'easters, Semper Fi] My apologies to those I can't remember now. If I can think of anybody else, I'll let you know...
Rich Bartlett
You know, I was looking at the web site and saw all those bands you guys played with ! VERY impressive ! If you want to add a few local band names to the list, here's what I got ! In August of "76 ( that's right,I was 5 years old ) yoos guys played at the Twin Rinks on 114 in Danvers with : " Hot To Trot ", "Cloud ", " Voyage " and " Blue Moon " ( My second band with Paul Bonaiuto and Mike Shea )! Let's not forget the many times we played together when Sadler and I had "The Carmody Band " ! Gigs at the Summit Club,The Main Act ( Harbor House ) and I believe the Paradise ( though I'm not too sure about THAT one, I know we played with " The Stompers " and " Private Lightning" a couple of times) I'm sure you're getting inundated with "has beens" trying to re-fresh your memory of those legendary bygone days and I won't take-up any more of your time ! It's not that IMPORTANT to me!
Roger Carmody
(2) The Fools are Mark Gunnery (of the Riot-Folk collective) and Mahra Parian. Their S/T (2006) album was recorded in Mark's bedroom in Berkeley in fall and winter, 2006. The CD has a twenty page booklet full of foolish lyrics, art and writings. They have toured parts of the USA and Canada. They are currently working on a zine/CD combo, no release date as of yet.
It's A Night For Beautiful Girls
The Fools Lyrics
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For beautiful girls
It's a night, yes it is
For beautiful girls
Something's gonna happen here tonight
I can feel it
I really need it
It's a night, oh yeah
For beautiful girls
It's a night, woh woh woh
For beautiful girls
Girls girls girls girls girls everywhere,
Girls girls girls girls girls, in my hair.
Goin' to a nightclub
And I peek under the table
Maybe find some legs down there
That look like Betty Grable
It's a night, oh yeah
For beautiful girls
What is it
It's a night, it's a night
For beautiful girls
Goin' to a nightclub
And I drink some more tequila
Maybe find some legs down there
I can give a little feel-a
It's a night, oh yeah
For beautiful girls
What is it
It's a night, it's a night
For beautiful girls
It's a night
It's a night
It's a night
for beautiful girls
The Fools' song "It's A Night For Beautiful Girls" is a fun and playful anthem celebrating the excitement and anticipation of a night out when "beautiful girls" are everywhere. The opening lines "Something's gonna happen here tonight, I can feel it" suggest a sense of adventure and promise as the singer looks forward to the possibilities of the evening. The repetition of the phrase "for beautiful girls" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's focus on the physical appearance of women, and their perceived value as objects of desire.
The second stanza includes the line "Girls girls girls girls girls everywhere, Girls girls girls girls girls, in my hair" which adds to the playful tone of the song as the singer imagines beautiful girls literally everywhere, including in his hair. The third and fourth stanzas describe the singer's search for attractive women, under tables and through tequila-induced haze, suggesting a somewhat desperate and objectifying attitude towards women. The repetition of "it's a night, it's a night for beautiful girls" at the end of each stanza emphasizes the singer's fixation and anticipation of finding these beautiful women.
Taken as a whole, "It's A Night For Beautiful Girls" celebrates the excitement and anticipation of a night out, while also revealing a troubling attitude towards women as objects of desire. The song has a fun and catchy beat, dominated by a strong guitar riff that propels the song forward, and a chorus that's guaranteed to stick in your head long after the song is over.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a night, oh yeah
Tonight is a very special and exciting night
For beautiful girls
For attractive and charming female individuals
Something's gonna happen here tonight
I have a strong feeling that an interesting event will occur this evening
I can feel it
My intuition is telling me that something remarkable is about to happen
Stay with me 'til mornin'
Please accompany me until daytime comes
I really need it
I truly desire your company and do not want to be alone
Girls girls girls girls girls everywhere,
There are many attractive and appealing women all around
Girls girls girls girls girls, in my hair.
I am surrounded by beautiful girls, and they are constantly on my mind
Goin' to a nightclub
I am heading to a dance club or bar to socialize and have fun
And I peek under the table
I am attempting to catch a glimpse underneath the table
Maybe find some legs down there
I hope to see a pair of attractive legs under the table
That look like Betty Grable
Legs that resemble those of actress and pin-up model Betty Grable
Goin' to a nightclub
I am on my way to a social venue
And I drink some more tequila
I am consuming additional shots of tequila
Maybe find some legs down there
I hope to discover beautiful legs under the table
I can give a little feel-a
I may touch or feel someone's legs if the opportunity arises
It's a night
This occasion has unique qualities and is unlike other nights
It's a night
This particular evening has distinct features that separate it from others
It's a night
There is something extraordinary about this night
Contributed by Caroline R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sharonwest2443
The best group that came out of my hometown. Love listening to them,!!!,
@michaelbruns449
Why this dazzling hypnotic song doesnt have millions of views is a real musical tragedy upon multiple disturbing levels.
@ToldAlthea
Cape Cod Colleseum with Geils !! Early 80’s !!!
@paultaurone5634
I believe I was there.
@eikaiwajapan
Best bar band on the North Shore!
@RamusiewiczRockMe
I LOVE 'These Guys' !!! I Was Fortunate Enough to be a Part of The Boston Scene Back in the 70's When 'The Scene' was Exploding with Aerosmith, The Cars, James Montgomery AND The Fools Who I Worked a Gig with at The Frolics Back Then. Bet Ya Didn't Know That the Part of the Song That Sounds Like a Harmonica Being Played IS in ALL Truth Mike Girard Lead Vocalist Simply Blowing into His Hands While Mimicking a Harmonica; TRUE !!!
@cmentertainment7950
The Frolics! In Salisbury Beach - very cool... It's been gone now for sometime but a great place to see a show.
@ironzo
Try the Blue Ocean Music hall up there. Great room!
@Mbase-apollo
a great time indeed, I saw these guys at west gate lounge in brockton mass. back in 79
@joeticket3986
saw amy mann and til Tuesday at westgate sat behind her parents in a booth , saw a few good shows at franks when they were trying music before the strip club Remember the Lines used to see them at the pickle barrel on 138 Now