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.
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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”.
War in Heaven
The Raveonettes Lyrics
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Wait, a war in heaven
I hate it when they forget
To let people live
Wait, a war in heaven
I hate it when they forget
?
In this tender life
, The Raveonettes's song "War in Heaven" explores the theme of war and its devastating impact on innocent lives. The repetitive line "wait, a war in heaven" is a call to attention to the violence and conflict happening in our world, even in supposed peaceful places like heaven. The singer expresses their frustration and sorrow over the fact that people forget the value of human life in the midst of war. The line "I hate it when they forget to let people live" is a powerful statement that highlights the tragedy of war and how it robs people of their right to life.
The lyrics also hint at a deeper religious meaning, as evidenced by the reference to heaven. The singer is perhaps alluding to the idea of a spiritual war between good and evil, where innocent people are caught in the crossfire. They may also be questioning the concept of heaven and whether it truly represents a place of peace and harmony. Ultimately, the song encourages listeners to reflect on the impact of war on society and to strive for peaceful coexistence.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Sune Rose Wagner
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