New York Mining Disaster 1941

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About New York Mining Disaster 1941

"New York Mining Disaster 1941" is the debut American single by the British-Australian pop group the Bee Gees, released on 14 April 1967. It was written by Barry and Robin Gibb. Barring a moderately successful reissue of their Australian single "Spicks and Specks," it was the first single release of the group's international career and their first song to hit the charts in both the UK and the US. It was produced by Ossie Byrne with their manager Robert Stigwood as executive producer. The song was the first track of side two on the group's international debut album, Bee Gees' 1st. This was the first single with Australian drummer Colin Petersen as an official member of the band. 


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1998
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In the event of something happening to me,
There is something I would like you all to see.
It's just a photograph of someone that I knew.

Have you seen my wife, Mr. Jones?
Do you know what it's like on the outside?
Don't go talking too loud, you'll cause a landslide, Mr. Jones.

I keep straining my ears to hear a sound.
Maybe someone is digging underground,
Or have they given up and all gone home to bed,
Thinking those who once existed must be dead.

Have you seen my wife, Mr. Jones?
Do you know what it's like on the outside?
Don't go talking too loud, you'll cause a landslide, Mr. Jones.

In the event of something happening to me,
There is something I would like you all to see.
It's just a photograph of someone that I knew.

Have you seen my wife, Mr. Jones?
Do you know what it's like on the outside?
Don't go talking too loud, you'll cause a landslide, Mr. Jones.

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Bee Gees

The Bee Gees were a musical group founded in 1958. The group's line-up consisted of brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb. The trio were successful for most of their decades of recording music, but they had two distinct periods of exceptional success: as a pop act in the late 1960s/early 1970s, and as prominent performers of the disco music era in the late 1970s. The group sang three-part tight harmonies that were instantly recognisable; Robin's clear vibrato lead was a hallmark of their earlier hits, while Barry's R&B falsetto became their signature sound during the late 1970s and 1980s. The brothers wrote all of their own hits, as well as writing and producing several major hits for other artists. more »

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Written by: BARRY GIBB, ROBIN HUGH GIBB

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10 facts about this song

Creation
The song "New York Mining Disaster 1941" is the first song that the Bee Gees had written after they moved to England in 1967.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of the song tell the fictional story of a miner trapped in a collapse, which is a darker theme than much of the Bee Gees's later music.
Inspiration
The title and lyrics of the song were inspired by the 1966 Aberfan mining disaster in Wales.
Initial Receptions
The song became an international hit, and established the Bee Gees as unique and talented songwriters.
Chart Performance
"New York Mining Disaster 1941" reached number 14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 Chart.
Title
When initially released, the title stated just "New York Mining Disaster" on the promo single compared to the full title: "New York Mining Disaster 1941 (Have You Seen My Wife, Mr. Jones)," it was later shortened.
Unique Style
The song was notable for the eerie atmosphere created by the sounds of a mine creaking and the thump of pickaxes in the background.
Listening Challenge
Rumor goes that Robert Stigwood, the band’s manager, had sent the song to radio stations without mentioning the name of the band, just to see if people enjoyed the song for its merits, not for the name attached.
Impact on Career
The success of "New York Mining Disaster 1941" launched Bee Gees' successful career in the United States.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Chumbawamba, Martin Carthy, and David Essex.

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