The Scene is the name of at least five bands; one Dutch, one Canadian, one … Read Full Bio ↴The Scene is the name of at least five bands; one Dutch, one Canadian, one British, one German, and one English.

1) A Dutch rock band from Amsterdam called The Scene, formed around singer Thé Lau.

The band was formed in 1979 and had its glory days in the Nineties. The band had a great variety of members throughout the years, but the sound remained basically the same. Thé Lau's characteristic raw and hoarse voice and his hypnotising compositions are the focal point of the band.

At the beginning of 1980, the band is called 'best Dutch band without an album' by magazine OOR.

In May of the same year, the first album is released. All the songs are sung in English save for two tracks with lyrics in Dutch. The album is received well by the magazines, yet was commercially less successful.

It took seven years to make a follow-up (Rij Rij Rij), due to various occasions. The members in 1987 are, next to Thé Lau, Emilie Blom van Assendelft (bass) and Wim Zeeman (drums).

In 1989, the band welcomes two new members: Otto Cooymans (piano) and Eus van Someren (guitar). The single Rauw, Hees, Teder is released. Wim Zeeman is replaced by Jeroen Booy in January of 1990. The band also signs a record deal with Phonogram.

The results are the singles Rigoreus and Iedereen is van de Wereld and the album Blauw with all-Dutch lyrics. Everybody is very enthusiastic about this album, especially the people in Belgium.

One year later, the band is invited for the international Torhout/Werchter-festival. 'Rij Rij Rij' is released again.

The 1992 album Open receives an Edison, a Dutch music award, followed by the 'Popprijs' in 1993.

In October 1993 the next album is released: Avenue de la Scene. This album is a bit darker than the previous ones, and is a bit of a setback. The three singles get some airplay, but aren't big hits.

In April 1996, the album Arena is released on the Island label. This album is produced by Emile den Tex and tells the story about the battle against the nonchalance of existence. It's one of the best albums recorded bij The Scene.

Otto Cooymans leaves the band in 1997, due to 'artistic disagreements' as he calls it. He is replaced by Dante Oei, only 20 years old at that time.

Marlene is the first album with Dante Oei and is produced bij Thé Lau himself and is released in 1998.

It takes until 2000 before The Scene releases another album. The compilation album Rauw, Hees, Teder: Het Beste Van contains the hit single Helden, part of a Dutch commercial. That year, the band also receives a platinum record (100.000 albums sold) for 'Blauw'.

In 2002, the band can't get to an agreement for a new album, so Thé decides to make a second solo album. This appears to be the end of this band and in November, Thé tells the press that The Scene has disbanded.

In 2007 the band get together again for a series of concerts (mainly festivals). They release another album, simply called 2007, which contains new versions of old songs and two brand new songs.

The reunion becomes more solid when the album Liefde Op Doorreis gets released at the end of 2009.

Official website: www.thescene.nu

2) There was a UK band by the same name, a mod revival band from Bradford, Yorkshire, England.

The band formed in 1978 with Ian Harding (guitar & vocals), Phill Harding (guitar & keyboards), Dave Green (guitar), Ian James (bass) and George Mazur (drums). They performed all over northern England until they disbanded in 1981. They played a mixture of soul, R&B, 1960s rock & roll and punk rock. They started out performing cover songs, but soon began mainly playing original material. The band released one record — a vinyl 7-inch single with "Hey Girl" on one side and "Reach The Top" on the other — on their own 'Hole in the Wall' record label. Both tracks are now available for free download from the band's website. George Mazur went on to play with The Godfathers. Phill Harding became a composer and sonic artist. Ian Harding went on to play in various bands including Buddy Valentine and the Lonely Hearts, The Muskrats, The Gathering, The Men From The Mountains, TNT, The Doctors of Love, and Johnny 7.

3) The Scene are also a Canadian rock band formed in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada in 2004, by Matthew Crowley (vocals, guitar), Mark Chamberlain (bass guitar), and Jeff Gutteridge (drums). All members share a common interest and inspiration from Britpop bands from the early 90's, and as such, their sound is a combination of powerful guitar rock and beautiful melodies. The Scene have played many festivals in the United States and Canada, including 2 appearances at the North by Northeast festival in Toronto, Ontario, and at the historic CBGB's in September of 2004 with New York based group Hanslick Rebellion. They have released one EP - "The Orange EP" in December of 2005. In 2007 The Scene is one of 10 bands in UBL.com's final of the Ultimate Band of Bands competition.

4) There is also a fourth band from Germany using this name.

5) Selena Gomez's band name is The Scene. If you're listening to them, please scrobble under Selena Gomez & The Scene

Marlene
The Scene Lyrics

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oh ik hou van de regen die m'n wang slaat
de spetterende vonken in het licht
van de regen, de Amsterdamse regen
en ik vertraag m'n pas en doe m'n ogen dicht

en ik denk aan je handen en je fonkelende blik
en je wonderlijke ogen in je lachende gezicht
in de regen, de Amsterdamse regen

oh Marlene neem me mee
oh Marlene neem me mee
neem me mee oh neem me mee
Marlene, Marlene, Marlene
neem me mee

deze stad houdt van een doodgewone jongen
niet te pakken maar zonder schone schijn
je hoort het op de straten en de pleinen
en in jouw armen kan ik iemand anders zijn

en ik denk aan je handen en je fonkelende blik
en je wonderlijke ogen in je lachende gezicht
in de regen, de Amsterdamse regen

oh Marlene neem me mee
oh Marlene neem me mee
neem me mee oh neem me mee
Marlene, Marlene, Marlene
neem me mee

en het valt vandaag niet mee om oké te zijn
Marlene, Marlene, Marlene
het valt vandaag niet mee om oké te zijn
en ik zeg je vaarwel Marlene

oh Marlene neem me mee
oh Marlene neem me mee
neem me mee oh neem me mee

Marlene, Marlene, Marlene
neem me mee

Overall Meaning

The Scene's song "Marlene" tells the story of a man walking in the rain in Amsterdam while thinking about his love interest, Marlene. He finds comfort in the familiar sound of the rain hitting his face and the sparks it creates in the light. He slows his pace and closes his eyes as he reflects on Marlene's hands, sparkling eyes, and laughing face. He sees the rain as a metaphor for his emotions, feeling them pouring down on him like the Amsterdam rain. He is drawn to Marlene and asks her to take him with her, believing that in her arms, he can be someone else.

The lyrics reflect the longing and vulnerability of the singer who is seeking comfort in the presence of his lover. It portrays how the singer's emotions are intertwined with the environment around him, seeking solace in the rain and the city. The repetition of Marlene's name in the chorus creates an almost pleading tone, emphasizing the singer's desperate need for emotional support.

Line by Line Meaning

oh ik hou van de regen die m'n wang slaat
I love the rain hitting my cheek

de spetterende vonken in het licht
The sparkling droplets in the light

van de regen, de Amsterdamse regen
Of the rain, the rain of Amsterdam

en ik vertraag m'n pas en doe m'n ogen dicht
And I slow down my steps and close my eyes

en ik denk aan je handen en je fonkelende blik
And I think of your hands and your sparkling gaze

en je wonderlijke ogen in je lachende gezicht
And your wonderful eyes in your smiling face

oh Marlene neem me mee
Oh Marlene take me with you

deze stad houdt van een doodgewone jongen
This city loves an ordinary boy

niet te pakken maar zonder schone schijn
Unreachable but without pretense

je hoort het op de straten en de pleinen
You can hear it on the streets and the squares

en in jouw armen kan ik iemand anders zijn
And in your arms, I can be someone else