Shape of Things to Come

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About Shape of Things to Come

"Shape of Things to Come" is a song written by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil from the film Wild in the Streets, performed by the fictional band Max Frost and the Troopers on their 1968 album Shape of Things to Come. The song was also released without vocals by Davie Allan and the Arrows. The song was a mere 1 minute 55 seconds in length. Others who have performed the song include Slade, Rich Kids, Aorta, The Graduates, Third Rail, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Glad, The Pointed Sticks, The Ramones, the Fuzztones, The Urinals, The Diodes, Mod Fun, Roslyn Kind, The Vice Barons, Vivian Reed, Davie Allan and the Arrows, and Marshmallow Overcoat. More recently, the song has been released by Thee Dirtybeats, Toxic Reasons, Hammer and the Nails, and Janelle Monáe. 


Year:
2013
2:18
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There's a new sun
Rising up in the sky
There's a new voice
Crying without afraid to die

Let the old one
Make believe it's blind and deaf and dumb
But nothing can change the shape of things to come

There are changes
Lying ahead on every road
There are new thoughts
Ready and waiting to explode
When tomorrow is today
The bells made all fuzz up
But nothing can change the shape of things to come

The future's coming on now sweet and strong
And no-one gonna hold it back for long

There are young dreams
Crowding out old realities
Revolutions
Sweeping in like a fresh new breeze

Let the old one
Make believe it's blind and deaf and dumb
Nothing can change the shape of things,
Nothing can change the shape of things,
Nothing can change the shape of things,
Nothing can change the shape of things,
Nothing can change the shape of things to come

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Slade

Slade are a rock band from Wolverhampton, who rose to prominence during the glam rock era of the early 1970s. With 17 consecutive Top 20 hits and six number ones, the British Hit Singles & Albums names them as the most successful British group of the 1970s based on sales of singles. They were the first act to have three singles enter at number one, and all six of the band's chart-toppers were penned by Noddy Holder and Jim Lea. Total UK sales stand at 6,520,171, and their best selling single, "Merry Xmas Everybody", has sold in excess of one million copies. more »

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Written by: BRIAN CRADDOCK, ROBERT MICHAEL PELONI

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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7 facts about this song

Shape of Things to Come" by Davie Allan
Davie Allan is best known for his work in the genre of surf rock, which gained popularity in the 1960s. - Allan's version of "Shape of Things to Come" stood out for its fusion of surf rock's upbeat tempo with a more grungy, intense guitar sound. - He is especially recognized for his innovative approach to the use of the fuzzbox, an electronic device that adds distortion to the sound of an electric guitar.
Shape of Things to Come" by Marshmallow Overcoat
Marshmallow Overcoat is an American garage rock band. Their rendition of "Shape of Things to Come" received positive reviews for its psychedelic influence. - The group was formed in 1986, and is known for their long-time association with the Paisley Underground movement in Los Angeles. - Their version of the song was featured in their 1987 album, "The Inner Groove."
Shape of Things to Come" by Ramones
The Ramones' version of "Shape of Things to Come" was featured on their 1993 covers album "Acid Eaters." - The Ramones are considered one of the originators of punk rock. Their rendition of the song carries that raw energy forward. - The song was originally performed by Max Frost and the Troopers for a 1968 exploitation movie about a teenage-led government - a theme which appealed to the Ramones' punk sentiment.
Shape of Things to Come" by Slade
Slade, a British rock band, gave the song a glam-rock edge in their album "Play It Loud". - The band is widely recognized for their influence on the UK rock scene during the 1970s. - Their rendition of "Shape of Things to Come" is characterized by its high-energy performance and unique vocals.
Shape of Things to Come" by The Diodes
The Diodes were part of the first wave of punk rock in Toronto, Canada. - Their cover of "Shape of Things to Come" is fast-paced and energetic, following their punk roots. - The Diodes are recognized as one of Canada’s first punk bands.
Shape of Things to Come" by The Fuzztones
The Fuzztones are renowned for their revival of garage rock and the "Nuggets-era" of rock music. - Their version of the song was included in their album "Leave Your Mind at Home", released in 1984. - Their version of "Shape of Things to Come" pays homage to the influence of 1960s era psychedelic and garage rock.
Shape of Things to Come" by Urinals
Urinals, an American punk band, known for their minimalistic approach to punk music. - Their cover of "Shape of Things to Come" offered a raw and stripped-down version of the original song. - The band was formed in 1978 and is known for their original writing style and short, simple songs.

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