The name, The Raveonettes, is a direct reference to The Ronettes, and Buddy Holly's song Rave On!.
Their songs juxtapose the structural and chordal simplicity of 50s and 60s rock with intense electric instrumentation, driving beats and often dark lyrical content, similar to another of the band's influences, The Velvet Underground. Altogether, they sound very much like a slightly more melodic version of The Jesus and Mary Chain.
http://www.theraveonettes.com
On April 4th, 2011, they released "Raven in the Grave", a nine-track studio album with Vice Records. It's their 5th studio album.
From their site bio:
“I think we have finally hit on something quite important and different for this album,” explains Sune. “This is the first Raveonettes album we've done which doesn't feature the signature Raveonettes surf drumbeat. None of the tunes have any real sunshine to them. It’s all very un-Rave.”
“It has a mood of ethereal defiance” Sharin adds. “It’s dark but not bleak, like the single minded determination caused by crisis that is not quite hope but just as powerful. It’s the perfect winter soundtrack just in time for spring”.
2. Veronica Fever
The Raveonettes Lyrics
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Holding me down to that sultry sexy sound
Walking around with your whip right off the ground
Listen to her and she'll tell you what she found
You do it all the time
You do it all the time
You do it all the time yeah
Explosive smell when black leather comes to you
Beating that ass with the chain gang of love
You do it all the time
You do it all the time
You do it all the time come on
If you're looking for luxurious sexual attack
Red on black something's coming you know what I mean
You do it all the time
You do it all the time
You do it all the time come on
The lyrics to The Raveonettes's song 2. Veronica Fever paint a vivid picture of a seductive and provocative woman we can only assume is named Veronica. She is the talk of the town and always around, holding the singer down with her sultry and sexy sound. The use of the word "whip" suggests that Veronica might be a dominatrix, and the line "beating that ass with the chain gang of love" further reinforces this image. The singer seems to be under her spell and speaks of a luxuriously sexual attack that is coming, perhaps suggesting a BDSM encounter.
The repetition of the lines "you do it all the time" throughout the song creates an ominous tone, hinting at the addictive and dangerous nature of this relationship. The explosive smell and mention of black leather add to the edginess of the lyrics, as well as the line "red on black something's coming you know what I mean." This line could be interpreted as a warning to the listener about the power dynamic at play between the singer and Veronica, and the possible consequences of indulging in this type of relationship.
Overall, "2. Veronica Fever" is an intriguing and provocative song that explores themes of domination and addiction. The repetitive lyrics and seductive sound create an almost hypnotic effect, drawing the listener further into the world of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Talk of the town and you're always so around
You're everywhere and everyone talks about you.
Holding me down to that sultry sexy sound
Your music makes me feel passionate and seductive.
Walking around with your whip right off the ground
You exude dominance and power.
Listen to her and she'll tell you what she found
If you pay attention, she has valuable knowledge to share.
You do it all the time
You never fail to deliver this kind of experience or behavior.
Explosive smell when black leather comes to you
The scent of leather arouses and excites you.
Beating that ass with the chain gang of love
You enjoy rough and intense sexual experiences with your partner.
You do it all the time yeah
You keep indulging in these kinds of activities repeatedly.
If you're looking for luxurious sexual attack
If you want a high-end and intense sexual experience.
Red on black something's coming you know what I mean
There's a powerful and passionate encounter soon to come.
You do it all the time come on
You can't resist engaging in these activities over and over again.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Sune Rose Wagner
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