In 1973 the band recruited an 18 year old Michael Schenker from the band Scorpions. This marked a departure from their space rock sound to a more hard edged rock sound. They released a string of critically acclaimed rock albums in the 70s that gained them a following in America and made them stars in the UK. Around the time of the 1978 release of Obsession, tensions between Schenker and Mogg were mounting. UFO arguably reached their peak at this time. In 1978 they toured extensively and recorded material for the double live album Strangers in the Night which was released in 1979. This album is considered by many fans and critics to be one of the best live rock albums ever produced. Immediately after the Strangers in the Night tour Michael Schenker left the band.
After this period UFO's popularity began to decline as they continue to release material. In 1988 they disbanded due to lackluster sales, decline in popularity, and their inability to (or perhaps refusal to) capitalize on the popularity of the glam rock movement. But the hiatus was short lived.
In 1992 Mogg and Way put together another UFO lineup that met with some new interest from fans. In 1993 the original UFO got back together (with Schenker) and the result was 1995's Walk on Water, which some consider to be one of the best comeback rock albums ever.
Schenker re-joined and quit UFO many times in the early 2000s. Due to Schenker's instability as a band member (and erratic tour behavior) Mogg eventually gained full control of the UFO band brand and Schenker is now forever from the picture (most likely).
UFO has released 20 studio albums, and many live/compilation albums. Though the lineup has changed many times over the years the core members of the band were usually involved along the way: Phil Mogg (vocals), Pete Way (bass), Andy Parker (drums), and Paul Raymond (guitar).
UFO's influence was strongly felt in the '80s metal scene and they have been cited as a primary influence of Kirk Hammett of Metallica, Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, and Iron Maiden who gives thanks to UFO in the liner note of The Number of the Beast.
UFO's official website: http://www.ufo-music.info
There are other artists with same name:
2) UFO is a Danish rapper/singer-songwriter and member of the Danish hip-hop group Ufo&Yepha.
3) UFO is the alias of UK Happy Hardcore artist Jason Holloway who is known for his production on such labels as Raverbaby and Jellybaby.
4) UFO is a Latvian singer/songwriter also known as Kaspars Upacieris. He also hosts a radio show BB Brokastis with Andris Freidenfelds.
5) UFO was one of the first Costa Rican punk band and one of the most important during the 90's-early 00's in the Costa Rican alternativa music scene.
6) UFO! A Bay Area native pioneered the San Francisco Drum and Bass scene and co-founded the Phunckateck collective. An innovative producer.
2002 saw UFO! releasing an original material CD on Thermal Recordings, called "The Future is Listening”. Releases include a mix CD on Vortex called “Maelstrom,” and a special edition mix CD for Circa footwear. UFO! has worked Hive, Echo, and Techno producer John Tejada.
UFO! remixed a track for Hollywood Records, rock band Tinfed, called “Drop”, and several singles including “Tech has Taken Over Me”, “Sideswipe” (produced with Kaos) and “Besame” (produced with Arqer and Realtime).
“Enemy Infiltration”, an anthem of 1999, blazed across the U.S. and abroad. The stunning string arrangement on the track had producers from the revered Trouble on Vinyl label from the U.K. sampling it for one of their own releases called “Mission Control”.
7) UFOUnited Future Organization otherwise known as UFO is a nu-jazz duo made up of Japanese-born Tadashi Yabe (直 矢部, Yabe Tadashi?) and Frenchman Raphael Sebbag (ラファエルセバーグ, Raphael Sebbag?). One of the three original founding members, Toshio Matsuura left the group in 2002 to work with Universal Japan on a remix album project
8) UFO is a Hungarian music band. The most successfully years were the 90s for them.
9) UFO is an Indonesian music band. They released the first album early 2000 named "Brutal Pop".They've entered an Indonesian ska compilation album
10. UFO is a Norwegian band mostly cover band
The Spark that is us
UFO Lyrics
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Walk on in the fire
Chinese whispers ringing now
Step into the mire
I've been strung out to dry
Blowing in the gale
My names been left hanging,
Hanging on your nail
Are flying like a kite
All of my friends
Have come to see the fight
whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
This love has never gone away
Whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
I hold a moment every single day
I can hear the Quireboys singing
And it's falling on my ears
I can hear the trumpets playing
Running down the years
Don't ask me how the world looks
How it looks tonight
I'm gonna be leaving babe
Outta here and outta sight
I've been laying down
Coming off the rails
I've been chasing shadows
Playing Happy trails
whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
This love has never gone away
Whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
I hold a moment every single day
Solo
whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
This love has never gone away
Whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
I hold a moment every single day
whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
This love has never gone away
Whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
I hold a moment every single day
The song "The Spark that is Us" by UFO tells the story of a relationship that has been through a great deal of turmoil but remains strong despite it all. The lyrics open with the lady Jane asking for one more chance, urging her partner to "walk on in the fire" with her. The two have clearly been through some difficult times, as evidenced by the reference to "Chinese whispers ringing now" and the singer feeling "strung out to dry." However, despite all that has happened, the two are still together, and the singer holds onto the idea that there is a spark between them that will never go out.
The chorus of the song is incredibly catchy and serves as a powerful reminder of the strength of the love between the two people. The repeated line "the spark that is us" underscores the fact that although the relationship may have been tested, the core of it remains strong. The singer holds onto their love and the memories that they have shared together every single day.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is leaving their current situation, perhaps to start fresh somewhere else. They mention hearing the Quireboys singing and the trumpets playing, which could symbolize the call of adventure or the desire to experience something new. It is clear that the singer has been through a lot and is ready to move on to a new chapter in their life, but they will always hold onto the spark of their relationship.
Overall, "The Spark that is Us" is a powerful anthem about the strength of love and the resilience of relationships. Despite all of the difficulties that the two people have faced, they remain together and will continue to hold onto the spark that keeps them connected.
Line by Line Meaning
One more time said the lady Jane
Despite having said it before, Lady Jane requests one more time that the singer approach a difficult situation with her.
Walk on in the fire
Lady Jane implores the singer to proceed despite adversity and come out stronger for it.
Chinese whispers ringing now
Rumors are circulating and mutating like a game of telephone.
Step into the mire
The artist is advised to wade into a difficult situation that may be messy, like the muddy ground of a swamp.
I've been strung out to dry
The artist feels exposed and vulnerable, like laundry hung up to air out.
Blowing in the gale
The singer feels tossed around by strong winds, like a small boat on a stormy ocean.
My names been left hanging,
Hanging on your nail
The singer's identity feels suspended and dependent on the actions of another, like a coat hung up on a nail.
All the misfits
Are flying like a kite
Outsiders and non-conformists are having a moment, soaring high like kites in the sky.
All of my friends
Have come to see the fight
The artist's companions have gathered to see a conflict or showdown unfold.
whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
This love has never gone away
Whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
I hold a moment every single day
The artist and Lady Jane share a special bond that persists through time and distance; the artist treasures memories of their time together.
I can hear the Quireboys singing
And it's falling on my ears
I can hear the trumpets playing
Running down the years
The singer is flooded with nostalgia for past music, contemplating how it has shaped and carried them through time.
Don't ask me how the world looks
How it looks tonight
I'm gonna be leaving babe
Outta here and outta sight
The artist is in no mood to discuss the state of the world or their own problems, instead opting to make a dramatic departure.
I've been laying down
Coming off the rails
I've been chasing shadows
Playing Happy trails
The singer has been struggling and losing control, chasing illusions and retreats into nostalgia.
Solo
The band plays an instrumental break.
whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
This love has never gone away
Whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
I hold a moment every single day
The singer and Lady Jane share a special bond that persists through time and distance; the singer treasures memories of their time together.
whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
This love has never gone away
Whoa oh oh, the spark that is us
I hold a moment every single day
The artist and Lady Jane share a special bond that persists through time and distance; the artist treasures memories of their time together.
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