1. The F… Read Full Bio ↴There have been several band that recorded as The Frantics.
1. The Frantics were a 1990s punk band from South Carolina. They had several 7-inch records and appearances on compilation albums. Also released two full length albums before their break-up in 2000. The Frantics toured and/or played shows with bands like AFI, Bouncing Souls, FYP, and Blanks 77. Band members consisted of: Kevin McSwain (vocal/guitar), Anthony Price (bass/vocals), Timmy Campbell (guitar/vocals), Todd Hooks (1st Drummer: 1994 - 1998), Drew Perry (1998 - 2000).
In 2005, the band got back together for one last performance at a benefit concert for the ailing club owner who booked them in their heyday.
A year later three members (Kevin, Anthony, and Drew) went on to form The Black Kites, who performed a more stripped-down rock sound. They released a four song EP and played shows for nearly two years, ending in 2008.
2. The Frantics were a Seattle based rock and roll / instrumental group that was active between 1956 and 1966. They started out as The Four Frantics in 1955 when guitarist Ron Peterson and accordionist Chuck Schoning started playing together in the seventh grade. After they added a drummer, bassist and sax player to the ensemble, they began performing at teen dances; before long, they were opening shows for national touring acts throughout the Pacific Northwest.
The band signed a recording contract with Seattle-based Dolton Records and their first hit was a tune called āStraight Flushā, which entered the charts in 1959. The bandās finest artistic moment came a year later when they recorded āWerewolfā, an offbeat soundscape that opens with a bit of dialogue from Lon Chaney Jrās film The Wolf Man (1941).
The band's line-up was Jim Manolides, Don Fulton, Ron Petersen, Chuck Schoning, Bob Hosko and Geno Landis.
3. The Frantics were a Canadian comedy quartet from the 1980s, recently reunited, consisting of Rick Green, Dan Redican, Paul Chato and Peter Wildman. They had a weekly comedy show on CBC radio, and a short-lived TV show called "Four On The Floor".
4. The Frantics are four lads from the west coast of Scotland, brought together by the music. Since they formed, the chemistry has flown. Tunes wrote with an inspiration of the rock n roll scene, Made up of Bradley Waite (Vocals + Lead guitar) Calum Bennett (Guitar) Matthew New (Bass) and Blair Gilmour (Drums + Backing Vocals).
Boot To The Head
The Frantics Lyrics
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People talking in movie shows,
People smoking in bed!
People voting Republican,
Give them a boot to the head!
Boot to the Head! Nah, nah...
Boot to the Head! Nah, nah...
Boot to the Head! Nah nah nah... Nah. Nah nah nah...
Mechanics who can't fix a car,
Politicians who can't think!
The salesman who won't leave me alone,
The waiter who forgot my drink!
(Refrain)
Boot to the head! Nah, nah..
Boot to the head! Nah, nah..
Boot to the head! Nah, nah..
BOOT TO THE HEAD!!
The Frantics' "Boot to the Head" is a humorous song that criticizes people who talk during movies, smoke in bed, vote for Republicans, and other bothersome individuals. The song suggests a unique solution to this problem - giving them an intellectual kick in the head. Through the use of comedic hyperbole, the lyrics identify various individuals who can't perform their jobs, displaying a lack of intelligence and competence.
One possible interpretation of the song is that it highlights the frustration people face on a daily basis when dealing with these types of people. The chorus, "Boot to the Head," is not meant to be taken seriously but as a release of pent-up anger and the need for justice from these people's annoying behaviour. The song uses the phrase "boot to the head" to suggest a jolt of insight or understanding, which is what people need to realize their mistakes and correct their behaviour.
Overall, the song may be interpreted as a light-hearted criticism of societal issues. It is reminiscent of a comedy sketch that is meant to make people laugh while also bringing attention to problems that people face. At the same time, it seeks to add a dash of humor to people's lives, ensuring that the listener can connect with the song better.
Line by Line Meaning
Yi yi yai yi....
Vocalization to grab attention and create a fun atmosphere
People talking in movie shows,
The annoyance caused by people talking during a movie
People smoking in bed!
The danger of smoking in bed and the annoyance it can cause to others
People voting Republican,
The frustration caused by someone supporting a political party that differs from the singer's beliefs
Give them a boot to the head!
A comical way to express frustration and desire for them to change their behavior or beliefs
Mechanics who can't fix a car,
The annoyance of paying for a service that is not performed correctly
Politicians who can't think!
The singer's dislike of politicians who they believe are not competent
The salesman who won't leave me alone,
The annoyance of pushy salespeople
The waiter who forgot my drink!
The singer's dissatisfaction with poor service
(Refrain)
The repetition of the chorus to emphasize the desire for punishment
BOOT TO THE HEAD!
A comedic way of expressing frustration and desire for action
Contributed by Mila G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@DandDskeeto
As a somewhat old, and noticeably more disabled Judo š„ guy
our term for overdoing it
is " trashing Bozos "
Me: " Dude, why are wearing your brace ? "
usual reply is along the lines
of
I was doing fine
then last week at practice
I felt so good
I started trashing Bozos
@blupunk01
Shout out to all the old school Dr. Demento fans!
@patrickknott2382
:-) Aahhh the 1980's hope all is well :-) Dr. D Rules
@patrickknott2382
:-) next in line .. Star Trekking :-)
@markread2580
And we can't forget some of the other classics.
Dead Puppies
Poisoning Pigeons in the Park
Wet Dreams
And who can forget Cow Patty and her moped Flame
@GathKingLeppbertI
what it is?
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1970's Chicago FM... Sponsored by... TROJAN MAN !!!
@JABoyle3875
In 2012, World of Warcraft released an expansion with a playable monk class.
In the 10 years or so I played the game after that, it saddens me that not a single person in game got the āEdgrubermanā name I gave my monk.
@ivanjelenic5627
Hello Dresden Files comrades!
@leopardeye1654
I love the Dresden files but don't get the shout out. Care to explain.
@leopardeye1654
Wait no never mind I got it.