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Monument

by Glacier

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Deep beneath the viewed obsession Tension functions like a thorn Moving back in apprehension Just a lull before a storm Watching brollies in the desert Hearing notes descend like rain Vultures hover in the sunshine Over this oasis plain Stranded whales in shallow waters The pilot let them all astray To place their faith in such is madness Bitter words no duty pay Priests correct by absolution Captive souls seduced, conform Fashion guilt in mind ablutions Sets a lull before the storm Overtax the competition Let the bastards squirm and bleed The rules by which a politician Aids his fellow human creed Concentrate the population Pigeon-hole them every one Starve their lungs of oxidation Stop the movement from the norm Hold precipitation Borne on insane wind Strap a sundial to your fingers And a voice to help it warn Watch it dictate all your actions “Sands of time! We have a storm!”
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Britannia sits on sinking throne She looks around on emerald home alone Across the airwaves comes the crashing of deceit As they call you to meet, sell your soul on the street Woah oh…… But they all think of England Yes, they’ll all think of England Yes they‘ll all put you down (woah-woah-woah oh oh oh) And they all think of England Britannia stands on open sea Whilst underground the drilling ceased Instead of coal they dig a hole for hands to meet There’s no need for a fleet And the rabies’ a treat Woah oh…….. But they all think of England Yes, they’ll all think of England Yes they‘ll all put you down (woah-woah-woah oh oh oh) And they all think of England Britannia drifts on open sea (Britannia drifts on open sea) Uncharted icebergs loom quite near (Uncharted icebergs loom quite near) As Neptune sinks and waves goodbye to one and all Hear the audience applaud, the new PM’s called Delore But they all think of England Yes, they’ll all think of England Yes they‘ll all put you down (woah-woah-woah oh oh oh) And they all think of England Yes, they’ll all think of England Yes they‘ll all put you down (woah-woah-woah oh oh oh) And they all think of England Icebergs looming very near Sing and wave goodbye, I fear Icebergs looming very near Sing and wave goodbye, I fear Icebergs looming very near Sing and wave goodbye, I fear Icebergs looming very near Sing and wave goodbye…
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Borne on seas of endless waves He takes his chance… romantic gaze Across the room to watch the sunshine Rise on distant hills. After all is said and done Reads his map to move along, Back to lands extolled in virtue By elders in his youth. But then to find, lost in deserts, unholy Left behind… on his knees down to pray to… Bring down the rain, bring down the rain To ease the pain, just once again. Bring down the rain, bring down the rain To ease the pain, just once again Bring down the rain ah ah Bring down the rain ah ah ah… Back at home the choirboy’s sing Hail Mary’s from the oceans ring The sword that hangs inside the convert Falls to earth once more The blade is cut and rent apart Spilling fears inside his heart And so to end in final conflict The nightmare of his youth But then to find, lost in deserts, unholy, Left behind… on his knees down to pray to… Bring down the rain, bring down the rain To ease the pain, just once again. Bring down the rain, bring down the rain To ease the pain, just once again Bring down the rain ah ah Bring down the rain ah ah ah… Repeat twice after solo…
4.
There’s panic out on the airwaves tonight, boy Radio to radio through the air For the trucker who sneaks on through the night. As he turns his collar to the cold damp air For he knows (as you know) the score Holds his hands out and asks for more Mr Winston Churchill would shake your hand Come on in, boy, be part of the band, The band, the band, the band, the band and… He’s been waiting here so long He’s been waiting here so long He’s been waiting for, another open door And this man will never change There’s panic out on your airwaves tonight girl Radio to rodeo through your hair Mr Winston Churchill would shake your hand Come on in, girl, be part of the band, The band, the band, the band, the band and… He’s been waiting here so long He’s been waiting here so long He’s been waiting for, another open door And this man will never change Repeat Chorus Twice more
5.
Do you believe the oceans will save the world From being plunged into another deadly ice-age When light relief of summer snow and winter rain Will freeze the smiles of mortals racked with pain And as we walk the ice is thick and strong The blades pierce the surface as we sing along And when the ice is thin we’ll never see Just how close to destruction we have been If diamond dust is thrust into the upper air Your thesis states a recess will result And when the waters cool the tears will freeze And those exposed will fall to their knees And when the Iceman comes to rearrange The face of land and of sea and of man If all you say is true we have no choice Just one man, one vote, one voice Ooh - but I remember you, it’s nice to see you all again Ooh - are you happy now, aren’t you scared enough of men Ooh - yes you know it all, you profess to tell us all of lies Dream - dream of science friction, have you invented lies!
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God save the queen It’s the anthem to hear in a dream Sat in your chair please don’t stray.. (Here are) Dancers and clowns For jugglers have ups they have downs All to perform and conform. (And we’re)… Wishing you well Performing the act of your lives All playing parts The reception is going just swell Oh, showing the strength of your pulse Smile it’s your time A hero has much he must climb You’ll pull on through Until the last curtain falls. Baskets of light The orchestra’s playing is tight All singing, ears ringing and… (Daring) Strong men on wire That swing from the flying trapeze No safety net if you please (We are)… Wishing you well Performing the act of your lives All playing parts The reception is going just swell Oh, showing the strength of your pulse Smile it’s your time A hero has much he must climb You’ll pull on through Until the last curtain falls. Showtime Dancing with cheek The masquerade’s reaching a peak Foxtrot and tango in step. (Out with)… Wishing you well Performing the act of your lives All playing parts The reception is going just swell Oh, showing the strength of your pulse Smile it’s your time A hero has much he must climb You’ll pull on through Until the last curtain falls…
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Bring down the rain, bring down the rain To ease the pain, just once again Bring down the rain, bring down the rain To ease the pain, just once again Bring down the rain Ha ah. Bring down the rain Ha ah ah ...
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If the beast is giving you trouble Remove the tooth and nail the naked claws Have no soul so why not destroy them Ancients with hazy dreams and gods and dust Christian god is always forgiving Let’s see it happen in our life and times Makes us think that Lords is a place where Supremacy is shown to one and all The heat, the heat of the night East that East of Arabia Sweet are the spices of India Small, small are the souls of desire Sergeant Major you are a cool one Hey have you seen those native’s leap and scream Indian Colonial hybrid Here where they sell art nouveau western world We’ve tried by keeping all of them happy Feeding them karma sutra heavy dreams Have no soul so why not destroy them Why can’t they learn to fight on even terms Sign your name on the dotted line Cos Kitchiner thinks you’re just fine Pack up your troubles in your old kit bag If you think civvie life’s a drag Don’t you know I’m leaving Don’t you know I’ve gone I’ve told you many a time And now this time is here Damn natives got no sense of dignity Had an uprising just before tea Killed them all and was back for Six In time for After Eights Remember when we had caviar Back in Delhi ’Twenty-four The best Regiment in India Won their VC’s by the score Your body’s now broken And your eyes they can’t see in the dark You’re no good and evil Yet you still walk your dog in the park Yet you still walk your dog in the …
10.
There’s a new shape on the skyline As though a careless stone, mislaid Has scoured another course, unthought of Ships that once brought cargo Are returning, barren to the sea With only barnacles and lemmings For their earthly company Another turn, a brief diversion One more Chopin for the pianola There is still a rainbow for the pennies that we save Another fight for every soldier Winter’s journeys for strange wanderers There’s a man of steel for those too rigid to be brave Beyond the wave … All that the cat’s-eye failed to recognise The torn-out pages of a diary Bearing names and deeds not told of Would bring a kind of understanding A certain genius of nature - Fredrick turning, jingle-jangling In his hurdy-gurdy Another turn, a brief diversion One more Chopin for the pianola There is still a rainbow for the pennies that we save Another fight for every soldier Winter’s journeys for strange wanderers There’s a man of steel for those too rigid to be brave Beyond the wave … repeat (twice)
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Down by the waterside The city gates are closed tonight Silently the watch Changes the lamps that word the enemy away Turn the key to lock the door Merchant fleet of high renown Ancient trade in eastern wares Never seen a better day I am old and frail, something stirs within me… I, see, nothing remaining Cracked, broken, sunk in the ocean The city, the walls, of Atlantis See the city deep below Water’s edge where we came from Holocaust, the misery Shadow. Has this mean to be? So I went to tell them all The city is about to fall. “Don’t preach to me old man” they say “I think its time you went your way” I am old and gray, but I will show them all… I, see, nothing remaining Cracked, broken, sunk in the ocean The city, the walls, of Atlantis I will survive As night turns to morn… As the eagle flies above me Takes me to a haven built… I, see, nothing remaining Cracked, broken, sunk in the ocean The city, the walls… …of Atlantis
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about

Monument, which was recorded during 2000/2001, is a collection of songs charting the band’s history and hopefully represents the many changes that have occurred over the years. Tracks such as The City Gates, East Of Arabia and The Iceman Cometh had become integral parts of our live shows. Another Open Door, a very early track, had only recently received a re-airing after a long absence. It turned out refreshingly well and serves as a reminder of our earlier rockier days. Monument, the title track, was written for the album.

credits

released April 17, 2001

Dave Birdsall – Vocals
John Youdale – Guitars & Vocals
Dave Kidson – Keyboards & Vocals
Bob Mulvey – Bass & Bass Pedals
Graeme Ash – Drums

Guest Musicians:
Peter Cornforth – Keyboards (10)
Heather Davies – Additional Vocals (3, 5 & 8)
Tony Stewart – Additional Bass (1)
John Rhodes – Additional Guitar (2)
Jack Youdale – Vocal Introduction (10)
Chris Brown – Spoken Word

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Glacier are a melodic progressive rock band based in the North East of England and have been in existence since the late 70's early 80's. All music is their own original work.

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