Man In A Garage
Coldcut
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This contract in my hand, Before the day is out, Slide over slide over Slide over I just dialed this number, Would you help me help me please, I just dialed this number with a phonebook on my knees three meetings in a row, I´s dotted and t´s will cross, Slide over slide over Slide over I just dialed this number, Would you help me help me please, I just dialed this number with a phonebook on my knees, That´s right, well please hold on, i´m a man in a garage i´m on my way to work well just hold on, i´m a man in a garage and i´m on my way to work, My way to work I just dialed this number, Would you help me help me please, I just dialed this number with a phonebook on my knees, That´s right, well please hold on, i´m a man in a garage i´m on my way to work well just hold on, i´m a man in a garage and i´m on my way to work, my way to Work
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Written by: JOHN MATTHIAS, JONATHAN RICHARD MORE, MATTHEW DAVID COHN
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"Man In A Garage" is a track by Coldcut, an English electronic music duo. Formed by Matt Black and Jonathan More, they are notable figures in the UK electronic music scene.
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Album ReleaseThe song "Man In A Garage" is part of the album "Sound Mirrors", which was released in 2006. This album marked a departure from their earlier style into a more politically charged electronic music.
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Critical ReceptionThe album, including "Man In A Garage", was well-received by critics. It was praised for its diverse range of styles and subjects, and for its innovative production techniques.
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Song CompositionThe title "Man In A Garage" reflects the duo's initial days where they started creating music in their garage. The lyrics of the song subtly convey a message about a man who prefers to be alone in his garage creating something unique and personal.
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Video ArtThe music video for "Man In A Garage" was highly innovative, using stop-motion animation to convey the song's themes. It was directed by the team at Oscar-winning Passion Pictures.
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CollaborationThis song features the vocals of John Matthias, an English musician, physicist and composer. His raw, emotive voice brought an additional layer to the electronic music of Coldcut.
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Genre and Style"Man In A Garage" is a fusion of electronica and trip-hop genres. It employs a simple melodic line overlaying a complex rhythmic structure, a common characteristic of Coldcut's production.
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InfluenceThis song, along with the whole "Sound Mirrors" album, is noted for its influence on the later works of various electronic artists. Its innovative blending of electronic elements with other genres has set a precedent.
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Sound Mirrors ArtworkThe artwork of the "Sound Mirrors" album features an imagery of concave concrete structures known as Sound Mirrors. These were used in the UK during the World War II era to detect incoming enemy aircraft by the sound of their engines.
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Live Performances"Man In A Garage" became a staple in Coldcut's live sets. The song's hypnotic rhythm and Matthias's haunting vocals made it a fan-favorite during concerts.
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