JAMC's early gigs have become the stuff of legend in underground circles. Playing in front of small audiences, the band earned their notoriety by playing very short gigs, some lasting no more than ten minutes and consisting of a constant wall of feedback and distortion. The group became know as well for playing with their backs to the audience and refusing to speak to them. Many shows culminated with the Reids trashing their equipment, which was often followed by the audience rioting. All of this delighted manager and Creation Records boss Alan McGee, who obviously found it very easy to get attention for the band, as well as aliened more commercially-minded music business figures.
Their debut single, "Upside Down", came out in 1984 on Creation, but they signed to the WEA-backed Blanco y Negro the following year. Said label released their debut album, titled 'Psychocandy', which fused together the Reid's two primary influences, the guitar noise and avant-garde rock of The Velvet Underground with the 60s pop leanings of Phil Spector and The Beach Boys. It included songs such as the indie sensation "Just Like Honey". The record divided many music fans due to its deliberately abrasive sound yet still received positive critical reviews and is now considered a landmark recording in the history of alternative music.
Gillespie left the band before the next album, 'Darklands, came out, going on to front Primal Scream. He was briefly replaced by John Moore (later of Black Box Recorder), before former Biff Bang Pow! drummer Dave Evans. The aforementioned 'Darklands' also received supportive reviews, and it showed a less noisy and more contemplative sound that was welcomed by both many post-punk fans and many mainstream rock fans. Notable songs from that period include "April Skies" and "Happy When It Rains".
Albums
# Psychocandy (November 1985)
# Darklands (September 1987)
# Automatic (September 1989)
# Honey's Dead (March 1992)
# Stoned & Dethroned (1994)
# Munki (June 1998)
# Damage and Joy (2017)
Plus the following - (sessions, singles, b-sides, live recordings et cetera)
# Barbed Wire Kisses (April 1988)
# The Sound of Speed (1993)
# Hate Rock N' Roll (1995)
# 21 Singles (2002)
# BBC Live in Concert (2003)
# The Complete John Peel Sessions (2003)
# The Power of Negative Thinking: B-Sides & Rarities (2008)
For the iconic indie label Sub Pop, the band recorded 1998's 'Munki' album, which would turn out to be their last before splitting the following year. The album is often thought of as sounding 'divided' due to the Reids' crumbling relationship. Jim Reid has recalled: "Me and William weren't really getting along at all. That last year we barely even spoke. 'Munki' is one of my favorite albums, but it was really divided. William would go into the studio with the rest of the band and record while I wasn't there, and then I'd go in with them when William wasn't there."
William Reid then recorded as the artist Lazycame. Brother Jim formed the band Freeheat, which disbanded in 2003. Jim Reid is currently recording solo material and he has, to date, recorded and released one single Song For A Secret which was released on Transistor Records.
Like some of their influences such as Dee Dee Ramone, Lee Hazelwood, Iggy Pop and Lou Reed, throughout their career the boys were rumored to have ongoing substance abuse issues, which may have contributed to their notoriety. They reportedly dabbled in regular use of things like amphetamines and heroin, which made for lyrical reference in songs like Some Candy Talking and the album title Stoned & Dethroned.
Despite not having huge commercial success, they've gone on to influence a range of other music groups such as Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Butthole Surfers, My Bloody Valentine, and Spacemen 3.
The Jesus and Mary Chain reunited to play at the Coachella Festival on April 27, 2007, followed by two more shows in Spain at the Summercase Festival. More shows followed in late 2007 and early 2008 in London.
Calling themselves 'Sister Vanilla' an LP, Little Pop Rock, was released in 2007 and reunites the brothers along with their sister, Linda, singing on most tracks.
Damage And Joy is the brand new studio album by The Jesus And Mary Chain, released on March 24th, 2017.
Other personnel;
Richard Thomas (drums 1988-1990)
Ben Lurie (bass/rhythm guitar/backing vocals 1989-1998)
Steve Monti (drums 1990-1995)
Matthew Parkin (bass 1992)
Barry Blackler (drums 1992)
Nick Sanderson (drums 1993-1998)
Mark Crozer (rhythm guitar 2007-now)
Loz Colbert (drums 2007-now)
JAMC singer Jim Reid is name-checked in the 2017 song "Lollipop (Ode to Jim)" by Canadian band Alvvays which begins "I saw Jim Reid in the corridor.." and contains other allusions to JAMC themes.
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Some Candy Talking
The Jesus and Mary Chain Lyrics
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To see if I can get a taste tonight
A taste of something warm and sweet
That shivers your bones and rises to your heat
I'm going down to the place tonight
The damp and hungry place tonight
Should all the stars shine in the sky
But it's so hard to be the one
To touch and tease and to do it all for fun
But it's too much for a young heart to take
Cause hearts are the easiest things you could break
And I talk to the filth and I walk to the door
I'm knee deep in myself
But I want to get more of that stuff
Of that stuff
Some candy talking
Talk
And I want
And I want
Some candy talking
Some candy talk
I love the way she's walking
I love the way she's talking
It's just the way she's walking
It's just the way she's talking
And I need
All that stuff
Give me some
Of that stuff
I want your candy. I want your candy
And I need
Give me some
Of your stuff
Give me some
I want your candy. I want your candy.
I want your candy. I want your candy.
I want stuff
The lyrics to The Jesus and Mary Chain's "Some Candy Talking" are open to interpretation, but it seems to be about someone going to a seedy place in search of a warm and exciting experience. The singer is yearning for the thrill that comes from indulging in something forbidden or taboo. They are attracted to someone they see there and describe their sparkling eyes. However, they are aware that this lifestyle is dangerous and can lead to heartbreak. The chorus repeats the desire for "some candy talking," which could be referencing the euphoric feeling that comes from using drugs, or the sensual pleasure that comes from being with someone else.
The second verse has a darker tone, as the singer confesses to "talk[ing] to the filth," perhaps referring to a drug dealer or someone else associated with the seedy place they are in. They also say they are "knee deep in [them]self," which could be a reference to being lost in their own desires or to being in a difficult emotional state. Despite this, they still want more of the "stuff" that they are indulging in, be it physical or emotional.
Overall, "Some Candy Talking" is a moody and atmospheric song that captures the thrill and danger of indulging in forbidden pleasure. The repetition of the chorus and the hypnotic guitar riff create a sense of longing and desire that draws the listener into the singer's world.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm going down to the place tonight
I'm headed to a seedy place tonight
To see if I can get a taste tonight
To see if I can get a hit tonight
A taste of something warm and sweet
A hit of something that brings a warm and sweet sensation
That shivers your bones and rises to your heat
That gives you chills and gets you excited
The damp and hungry place tonight
A place that's dark and depressing
Should all the stars shine in the sky
No matter how many beautiful things appear
They couldn't outshine your sparkling eyes
They can't compare to how bright your eyes look
But it's so hard to be the one
It's not easy to be the person who can give you what you want
To touch and tease and to do it all for fun
To tease you with the prospect of getting what you want, just for kicks
But it's too much for a young heart to take
It's overwhelming for someone who's inexperienced or naive
Cause hearts are the easiest things you could break
Because it's easy to hurt someone emotionally
And I talk to the filth and I walk to the door
I engage with the shady characters and head out
I'm knee deep in myself
I'm caught up in my own desires and thoughts
But I want to get more of that stuff
But I still want more of that hit
Of that stuff
Of that illicit substance
Some candy talking
Some drug-induced babble
And I want
And I desire
And I want
And I crave
Some candy talking
Some more drug-induced nonsense
Some candy talk
More meaningless talk while under the influence
I love the way she's walking
I'm attracted to the way she moves
I love the way she's talking
I find her voice alluring
It's just the way she's walking
It's simply because of the way she moves
It's just the way she's talking
It's simply because of her voice
And I need
And I require
All that stuff
More of that illicit substance
Give me some
Provide me with
Of that stuff
More of that illicit substance
Give me some
Provide me with
I want your candy. I want your candy
I want more of that drug. I want more of that drug
And I need
And I require
Give me some
Provide me with
Of your stuff
More of that illicit substance
Give me some
Provide me with
I want your candy. I want your candy.
I want more of that drug. I want more of that drug
I want your candy. I want your candy.
I want more of that drug. I want more of that drug
I want stuff
I want more of that illicit substance
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JAMES REID, WILLIAM ADAM REID
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The Jesus and Mary Chain - Some Candy Talking - Song lyrics
I'm going down to the place tonight
To see if I can get the taste tonight
A taste of something warm and sweet
That shivers your bones and rises to your heat
I'm going down to the place tonight
The damp and hungry place tonight
Should all the stars shine in the sky
They couldn't outshine your sparkling eyes
But it's so hard to be the one
To touch and tease and to do it all for fun
But it's too much for a young heart to take
Cause hearts are the easiest things you could break
And I talk to the filth, and I walk through the door
I'm knee deep in myself, but I want to get more of that stuff
Of that stuff
Some candy talking
Some candy talking
Talk
And I want, and I want
Some candy talking (x 4)
Some candy talk (x 4)
I love the way she's walking
I love the way she's talking
It's just the way she's walking
It's just the way she's talking
And I need all that stuff
Give me some of that stuff
I want you, candy, I want you, candy
And I need, give me some of your stuff
Give me some
I want your candy. I want your candy
I want your candy. I want your candy
I want stuff
@andersjansson6629
My favorite song, reminds me of summer -88 and -89 ,its light shines on forever.
@JollyJimmyJohnston
This reminds me of my bro this song! He passed away November 22nd....miss him so much! He was called William Reid too coincidentally! Lol.. Playing this song always makes me feel he is still about! R.I.P. Bro!❤️
@lniese
Hi Jolly. You've shared about your brother and I'll think of him this November 22. Peace and love and rock and roll to you.
@Modricista00
Thanks for sharing mate. Beautiful to hear how special and strong music can be. Peace and Love to you.
@mikerivers9634
Know where you’re coming from. Some songs evoke a special emotion which we reserve for our nearest and dearest. Glad you’ve found yours.
@karinbaum8811
he is still around ❤❤❤
@markallen2984
I'm sorry to hear about your brother, but I am thinking about you and him today
@friautz
"...but it's too much for a young heart to take cause hearts are the easiest things you can break..."
Still my favorite band on this planet.
@drums4b
There will never be another band like them! I can't get enough.....
@5kylord
Just an FYI, they are touring this year in North America.