The group's second album Blood Lust (2011) was recorded in a dilapidated barn known as The Slaughter House,with Bassist Harsh Ray who played with them in 3 songs. Using old fuzz pedals and broken amps to create a lo fi saturated sound, the entire album was laid to rest on tape in the space of four cold months. Blood Lust tells the story of a drug crazed sadist who embarks on a witchfinding killing spree before meeting his own demise at the withered hands of Satan. The bands intention was to create an audio equivalent of a 60's exploitation horror film. After a steady start in sales, demand for the album eventually grew beyond all expectations with all pressings quickly selling out, including a Rise Above vinyl pressing of 350 which sold out in just 24 hours.
This bastard band of weirdos will plunder on into the 2012 apocalypse with festival dates and other live appearances in the UK and Europe. The acid nightmare has truly begun...
Exodus
Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats Lyrics
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In the streets where the rats have fled, the tongues of flame lick me
I was there when the winter came
I was there through the fire and rain, alright?
The blanket dust and the winter fog had choked the life from me
The violet hour when the jailers ran was such a sight to see
I was there when the chill began
I travelled far with the EXODUS then walked the other way
I saw the lies that they fed to us, what could they really say?
I've felt alone in this atmosphere
It's hard to tell if there's people here
There's nothing more they can say to us
The time is right for the EXODUS, alright!
You just do what they say
You just do what they say
You just do what they say
The lyrics to Uncle Acid & The Deadbeats' song "Exodus" depict a sense of disillusionment, isolation, and rebellion against authority. The singer describes their hometown as a desolate place with nothing left to offer. The imagery of rats fleeing and tongues of flame licking suggests a deteriorating and dangerous environment. The singer mentions being present during difficult times, symbolized by the winter, fire, and rain, implying that they have experienced hardship and struggle.
The second verse continues to paint a bleak picture, with references to blanket dust, winter fog, and jailers running. These metaphors depict a suffocating and threatening atmosphere where the singer feels trapped. The mention of bones turning to sand suggests a sense of mortality and decay.
The chorus introduces the theme of the "EXODUS." The singer traveled with this exodus, which implies a group or movement of people seeking liberation or escape. However, the singer chooses to walk the other way, suggesting a rejection of the lies and manipulation they were fed. They express a feeling of loneliness and uncertainty in their current environment, unsure if there are others who share their perspective. The lyrics convey a defiance against the authorities who try to control them, affirming that the time is right for the exodus.
Overall, "Exodus" portrays a protagonist who has grown tired of their oppressive surroundings and desires to break free from societal constraints and false narratives. The song taps into feelings of frustration, disillusionment, and a longing for liberation.
Line by Line Meaning
In the town where I was from, there's nothing left to see
The place where I grew up has become desolate and devoid of interest.
In the streets where the rats have fled, the tongues of flame lick me
In the abandoned streets, I am caught in the destructive grasp of fire.
I was there when the winter came
I experienced the arrival of the cold and harsh winter season.
I was there through the fire and rain, alright?
I endured both the blazing fire and the pouring rain.
The blanket dust and the winter fog had choked the life from me
The thick layers of dust and fog during winter suffocated my spirit.
The violet hour when the jailers ran was such a sight to see
The moment when those in power fled was a captivating spectacle.
I was there when the chill began
I witnessed the onset of a chilling and unsettling atmosphere.
I saw the bones as they turned to sand, alright?
I observed the decay and disintegration of life into mere fragments.
I travelled far with the EXODUS then walked the other way
I initially joined the movement of migration but eventually chose a different path.
I saw the lies that they fed to us, what could they really say?
I perceived the deceitful messages they manipulated us with, questioning their credibility.
I've felt alone in this atmosphere
I have experienced profound isolation within this environment.
It's hard to tell if there's people here
It is difficult to determine if anyone truly exists in this place.
There's nothing more they can say to us
They have exhausted all their attempts to convey something meaningful to us.
The time is right for the EXODUS, alright!
The perfect moment has arrived for the departure and escape, without a doubt!
You just do what they say
You simply comply with their commands and follow their instructions.
You just do what they say
You merely obey and conform to their directives.
You just do what they say
You unquestioningly perform the actions dictated by them.
Lyrics Β© O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kevin Starrs
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