1. The Independ… Read Full Bio ↴The are at least two groups called The Independents:
1. The Independents were an American R&B vocal group active from 1971 to 1975. They scored several hits on the U.S. Pop and R&B charts. Their 1973 song "Leaving Me" reached No. 21 on the Billboard Hot 100, and remained on the chart for 14 weeks. Sales of over a million copies led to a gold record being awarded by the R.I.A.A. on May 23, 1973.
After the group broke up and recording the solo albums, Passionate Breezes and Gonna Getcha Love, Chuck Jackson, along with fellow group member Marvin Yancy, achieved success as the producers and writers for most of Natalie Cole's early chart releases, and also had success with Phyllis Hyman and Ronnie Dyson. Jackson is the half-brother of the Reverend Jesse Jackson and is not related to singer Chuck Jackson. In 2019, Maurice Jackson reformed The Independents with Theo Huff, Rashan Thompson, Vanessa Lainey, Parkas Alexander and himself.
2. Formed in early 1992 by Evil Presly and Willy B, The Independents was born out of the frustration of music being stereotyped and just plain fucking boring. Willy B and Evil both loved all types of music, from Conway Twitty to Iron Maiden, from the Ramones to Etta James and The Specials. Both loved horror and sci-fi movies and wanted to find some way to include it in their music. Evil started writing lyrics that told horror tales while Willy B kept the guitar in one hand and gave the entire world the finger with the other. Their only goal is playing the music they want, when, where, and how they want.
After a few years the guys had gathered a good following from coast to coast through rough demos. It was during this time that Evil met and befriended the bass player for the legendary Ramones, CJ Ramone. CJ got The Independents on a few opening dates of the Ramones' Acid Eaters tour. While driving to their first show with The Independents, Joey Ramone listened to some of The Independents' demos given to him by CJ. He really dug what he heard and upon arrival at the venue, demanded that CJ introduce him to the band. After the tour, Joey made an offer the guys could not refuse. He told them he wanted to manage the band which he did from 1995 till his passing in 2001...:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />
The Independents have done over 20 North American tours and 2 European tours.
They have performed as main support for such bands as the Ramones, Misfits, Rancid, Cheap Trick, Less Than Jake, Blondie, etc., to headlining their own tours. The Independents have also played many festivals including the Warped Tour, South by Southwest, CMJ, and the Punk & Disorderly Festival in ..:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />Berlin. They have also played at countless sci-fi/horror conventions and tattoo conventions. These ghouls, who put the 'fun' back in funeral, have been known to tour up to ten months a year with their unique, highly energetic, party-esque, horror-influenced music. Their hard touring schedule only leaves them wanting to destroy more.
The Independents released their first album 'In For The Kill' in 1995 on the indie label Rock Duster Records. It was followed by the 'Stalker' EP CD and 10" picture disc on Elevator Music in 1997. The self-titled, 'The Independents' EP, was released on Hellcat/Epitaph label in 1998. 'The Unholy Living Dead' EP produced by legendary producer Daniel Rey and Joey Ramone was released in 1999. The Independents released 'Back From The Grave', which was also produced by the diabolical duo Daniel Rey and Joey Ramone, in 2001 shortly before Joey's untimely passing. The limited edition 'Back From The Grave' picture disc was released by Jump Up Records in 2002. 'Live From Murder Beach', The Independents first live album was released in 2003. Fast Music released the 'Full Moon Arise' EP in 2004. The Independents best selling record to date 'Eternal Bond' was released in 2006 followed by 'The Early Years 1993-97 Demos' in 2007. 'Do It Again', the newest recordings from The Independents is slated for release in October 2008.
The Independents have many songs on movie soundtracks such as 'Hardcore Logo', 'Babydoll', '100 Tears', 'Anal Paprika', and countless other Trauma movies. They have also appeared in the mystery horror spoof film 'Final Rinse' and the soon be released 'Undead on Arrival'. The Independents have been on countless compilations including the 1994 release 'Misfits of Ska' with such bands as Less Than Jake and Sublime, a 2000 Cornerstone Music release including The Cure and Tom Jones, and 'Save The Boobies' 2008 compilation with the Dwarves, Texas Terri, etc.
In the rain
The Independents Lyrics
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Everything washes away in the fucking rain, everything
As the calmness fades away
And the storm clouds roll in
I sit here all alone confused by my sins
Blood drying on my hands it's really nothing new
The betrayal that I felt because I loved you
Heart pounding filled with pain (oh the pain)
And I put the razor to her neck
Slash out she screams in vain
And she knew what I was gonna do
No way to identify her now that I'm through
But I swear she knew what I was gonna do
Oh Lord my love it was true, so true
Repeat
Oh... in the rain
The lyrics to The Independents' song Corpses in the Rain depict the aftermath of a heinous murder committed by the singer. The opening lines "In the rain, everything washes away" sets the tone for the song, suggesting that the singer is hoping that the rain will wash away his crime and any evidence that may lead to him being caught. The next few lines suggest that the singer is already feeling the weight of his actions: "As the calmness fades away, and the storm clouds roll in, I sit here all alone confused by my sins." He then goes on to mention the blood on his hands, which implies that he has just committed a gruesome murder.
The chorus "Everything washes away in the fucking rain, everything," is then repeated, further emphasizing the singer's hope that the rain will wash away his guilt and erase any evidence of the crime. The following lyrics describe how the singer's heart is pounding with pain and betrayal after having to kill someone he loved. The lines "And I put the razor to her neck, Slash out she screams in vain," are particularly chilling and give us insight into the brutality of the murder. The next lines suggest that the victim was aware of what was about to happen to her but was powerless to stop it: "And she knew what I was gonna do, No way to identify her now that I'm through, but I swear she knew what I was gonna do."
Overall, the lyrics to Corpses in the Rain paint a gruesome and unsettling picture of violence, betrayal, and the weight of guilt. The theme of rain washing away everything adds to the overall mood of the song, making it all the more haunting.
Line by Line Meaning
In the rain, everything washes away
Water from the rain helps to wash away sins, mistakes, and imperfections in life.
Everything washes away in the fucking rain, everything
All the pain, hurt, and negative emotions are washed away by the rain, leaving nothing behind.
As the calmness fades away
The peace and calmness in life slowly disappear as the chaos and uncertainty of life takes over.
And the storm clouds roll in
The dark and ominous clouds bring change and destruction which is a part of life.
I sit here all alone confused by my sins
Feeling guilty and ashamed of one's actions and decisions, especially when alone with their thoughts.
Blood drying on my hands it's really nothing new
Violence, death and murder happen so often that it becomes familiar, almost like a routine for some individuals.
The betrayal that I felt because I loved you
Feeling hurt and deceived by someone you loved and trusted.
And I sit here all alone in the dark
Being isolated, alone, and feeling hopeless in a dark place both mentally and physically.
Heart pounding filled with pain (oh the pain)
Experiencing the physical and emotional pain that comes with heartbreak and loss.
And I put the razor to her neck
The desire to hurt and inflict pain on someone else using a sharp object like a razor blade.
Slash out she screams in vain
The sense of power and control that comes from inflicting pain on someone else who may not be able to defend themselves.
And she knew what I was gonna do
The feeling of fear and knowing the inevitable outcome of a dangerous and violent situation.
No way to identify her now that I'm through
Removing any identification or proof of the violent act committed and not feeling any remorse for doing so.
But I swear she knew what I was gonna do
The belief that the victim was fully aware of what was going to happen to them.
Oh Lord my love it was true, so true
Despite the violent and dangerous behavior, the individual still believed in their love for someone else.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAVID CONLEY, BERNARD LEON JACKSON, DAVID TOWNSEND
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