Night on Fire

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About Night on Fire

Night on Fire is the debut album by VHS or Beta. It was released September 21, 2004 on Astralwerks. The song "Night on Fire" was featured on the video game MLB 06 : The Show and the film Grandma's Boy.


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Suitcase packed on the side of the road
Rainin' down from my head to my feet
It seems so strange in the back of my heart
That these sounds were never meant to believe

I'm set free and I'm ready to go
You can't stop me and you already know
The best days of our lives have yet to come

Two times back again this is really startin' to grow old
Two times back again with eyes that just can't see
Where we're going to so I'm just leavin'

Back and forth through the city we'll go
New sounds comin' out of the streets
Don't look back to the parody show
Of sellin' your souls to the beat

No one saw the night behind the sky
I bet you never wondered why
You're sitting here in the midst of nowhere

Two times and back again this is really startin' to grow old
Two times back again we're leavin' this behind
And when you hear from you'll know it when it's time
We're listenin' believin' that it's true
I feel it, you know I feel it!!!

Put your hands together and we'll light this night
We'll light this night on fireâ?¦

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VHS or Beta

VHS or Beta is a band originally from Louisville, Kentucky, now based in Brooklyn, NY, that combines elements of rock, house and disco. Their self-released debut EP Le Funk found some success on the charts, but the band became better known in the wake of the 2004 album Night on Fire. After two and half years of touring, VHS or Beta recorded 2007's Bring on the Comets in Asheville, NC, marking a slight change in direction towards a more straightforward pop sound, achieved without sacrificing their trademark dance sensibility. Recent singles "Feel It When You Know" (2009) and "All Summer in a Day" (2010) were issued on their own Chromosome Records label. The band's third album Diamonds and Death was released in September 2011. more »

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Written by: CRAIG PFUNDER, MARK GUIDRY, MARK PALGY, PAUL BUCK

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20 facts about this song

Song Origins
"Night on Fire" is the opening track and the title song from the second studio album by rock band VHS or Beta.
Album Release
The album, "Night on Fire", was released by Astralwerks on September 21, 2004.
Band Formation
VHS or Beta is an electronic rock band from Louisville, Kentucky, formed in 1997. The primary members are Mark Palgy, Zeke Buck, and Mark Guidry.
Genre
The song "Night on Fire" fuses dance-punk, post-punk, and new wave genres.
Influences
"Night on Fire" has a strong 1980s musical influence, akin to bands like Duran Duran and Depeche Mode.
Critical Reception
Critics warmly received the album, praising the song "Night on Fire" for its energetic beat and catchy rhythm.
Music Video
The music video for "Night on Fire" is notable for its flash mob scene.
Popular Culture
The song gained popularity when it was featured in popular TV series like "Grey's Anatomy" and "The O.C."
Song Composition
"Night on Fire" contains a catchy disco hook bassline with jaggedly strummed guitar work.
Remixes
Several remixes of "Night on Fire" were created, including those by Cut Copy and Tommie Sunshine.
Chart Performance
Even though the song wasn't heavily promoted, it had moderate chart success in the indie music scene.
Live Performances
"Night on Fire" is considered a crowd favorite during VHS or Beta's live performances.
Album Art
The album cover for "Night on Fire" features a silhouette of a woman in a fiery backdrop, which is often tied to the themes of the song.
Songwriting
The lyrics of "Night on Fire" consist of simple and repetitive phrases that create a hypnotic effect.
Influence on the Band's Sound
"Night on Fire" marked a significant shift in VHS or Beta's sound, moving from nu-disco to a more rock-oriented style.
Vinyl Release
For its 10th anniversary in 2014, "Night on Fire" along with the rest of the album was issued on vinyl for the first time.
Soundtrack Appearances
In addition to TV series, the song has been featured in various video games such as "SSX on Tour" and "FIFA Street 2."
Commercial Use
"Night on Fire" was used in a car commercial for the Acura TSX.
Recognition
Despite not being a mainstream hit, "Night on Fire" helped VHS or Beta gain recognition in the indie music scene.
Legacy
Today, "Night on Fire" continues to be one of the most recognizable songs by VHS or Beta, defining the band's unique sound.

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