B52s

The B-52's are an American rock band, formed in Athens, Georgia in 1976. The original line-up consisted of Fred Schneider (vocals, cowbell), Kate Pierson (vocals, keyboards), Cindy Wilson (vocals, tambourine, bongos), Ricky Wilson (guitar), and Keith Strickland (drums). Following Ricky Wilson's death in 1985 Strickland switched to guitar. Then they added Tracy Wormworth (bass), Sterling Campbell (drums), and Paul Gordon (keyboards).

Rooted in New Wave and 1960s rock and roll, the group later covered many genres ranging from post-punk to pop rock. The "guy vs. gals" vocals of Schneider, Pierson, and Wilson, sometimes used in call and response style ("Strobe Light," "Private Idaho", and "Good Stuff"), are a trademark. Presenting themselves as a positive, enthusiastic, slightly oddball party band, the B-52's tell tall tales, glorify wild youth, and celebrate wild romance. The band name had long been "The B-52's", until 2008 when they dropped the apostrophe and are now "The B-52s".

The B-52's were formed when vocalist Cindy Wilson, aged nineteen, her older brother and guitarist Ricky, aged twenty-three, organist and vocalist Kate Pierson, aged twenty-eight, original drummer and percussionist Keith Strickland, aged twenty-three, and cowbell player and vocalist Fred Schneider, aged twenty-five, played an impromptu musical jam session after sharing a tropical Flaming Volcano drink at a local Chinese restaurant. They later played their first concert in 1977 at a Valentine's Day party for their friends.

Clash Of Lips

I said for a reason about what you do. I said for a reason why I'm confused about you.
Saying shit, yeah you don't want me. Then saying bitch, I'mma turn on.
Your contradicting yourself babe, contradicting. Say one thing then fuck around doing the opposite.
Well fuck you cunt, I know your something special but you know it good and you're using it to your advantage.
Think you're clever huh? Or pure doing what you want? Do you have any feelings or care for those who do?
I know you do but not always like to show it. I can't tell anyone though, we are now friends.
I thought we kinda were, and thought we'd always be.
Clearly we are on the wrong page, when the big headed one decided, she wanted more with him.
Something along with love.
Something all touchy touch.
Something to do with the lips clashing before.
But HA! He were wrong.
La la la la la
I don't wanna be with you
La la la la la
Neither do I
I want a nice friendship, and if this odd lust continues, I might wanna fuck you wonderful.
Or play around freely.
Maybe if you didn't ask me "Why does this always happen?"
I may have moved on but you're so amazing I'm still bleedin' thinking.
I've worried you have I?
WHY IS THAT?
You've missed me eh?
WHY IS THAT?
Your hands are on me..
WHY THE FUCK IS THAT?!
And you're rubbing your nose on mine in the cute way.
Trying to act sweet.
Pulling me in for the kill, you pulled me in but you killed me last month.
Now I can't stop thinking about you. Do I take revenge or won't you care?
Basically you say I'm just attractive but is it you who wants more?
La la la la la
I don't wanna relationship
La la la la la
Neither do I
I want you.
But I don't want a relationship.
I want to own you.
But not to be own-owned.
I said for a reason about what you do. I said for a reason why I'm confused about you.
I said for a reason about what you do. I said for a reason why I'm confused about you.
I said for a reason about what you do. I said for a reason why I'M CONFUSED ABOUT YOU.
I SAID FOR A REASON ABOUT WHAT YOU DO! I SAID FOR A REASON WHY I'M CONFUSED ABOUT YOU!
CONFUSED ABOUT YOUU!
Yeah sure thing you're pretty hot, but simpleness ain't what you got.
I had to ask earlier how do you tell when you're falling in love?
Response was well if you get butterflies it's a start.
Yeah I get that pretty trash but it's a buzz not something heart ache hard.
Hate being called sugar sweety baby sugar? I hate the fact you're a faggot!
Not literally but you know what I mean.
I'm not being insulting I'm just simply keen.
To know what you want.
You're a lying cunt, the things you've said to me.
Happily mixed up set-up emotions, I hate you cause I want you.
And you're so hard to fucking get.
Oh Woaaah woaaah.
La la la la la
I don't wanna get with you
La la la la la

photo: AP / Peter Macdiarmid

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The ZZ Top guitarist talks about his solo ‘Hispanic-bionic boogie’ album, barbecue sauces, gossiping with Hendrix, deep space, and why he’d most like to be compared to Depeche Mode. Hey, Billy!. Yay, man! How’s it going over there?. Good, thanks. You?. I’m enjoying Los Angeles, where we’re rehearsing for a tour. The wind kicked up today, so it’s nice and breezy. Did your beard get blown about? ... Number 1 ... Kiss, Devo, the Cramps, B52s, Ramones....

Farewell To Anita Sarko, Queen of New York Nightlife

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Our author remembers his friend, the brilliant, visionary D.J. who helped make Manhattan’s club-scene so vibrant. Shop ▾. Yes, Manhattan does still have a nocturnal pulse, kind of ... I grew up in unfinished buildings ... We live in a world of socially-mediated mourning, and those who were instantly heard from on Twitter and Facebook include Kate Pierson of the B52s, Mark Almond of Soft Cell and the Warholesque star, Joe Dallesandro ... ....

DJ Hell Interview: Power and innovation

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Concerts at Mable House this weekend

Edit Atlanta Journal 18 Sep 2015

The fourth performance in the South Cobb Arts Alliance Summer Candlelite Concert Series 2015 will be held this Saturday, September 19 at the Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre, featuring Glenn Phillips Band with Cindy Wilson of the B52s. The general seating area, which includes covered and lawn seating, is free for the public. Tables are available for purchase for $55 and nonrefundable ... Free parking will be available ... View Comments 0 ... By ... ....

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Austell. "Joining Hands in Wellness" - Interactive activities and educational information will be presented by the Joining Hands in Wellness Partnership. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 19, Collar Park, 2625 Joe Jerkins Blvd., Austell. Free. WellnessDaySouthCobb@gmail.com, 770-485-1333 ... Sept ... Glenn Phillips Band with Cindy Wilson of the B52s - This concert is presented by the South Cobb Arts Alliance as a part of its Summer Candlelite Concert Series ... ....

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