The Cog is Dead - BURN IT DOWN

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Camera:
Woodruff Laputka
Brendan Rogers
Will Phillips
John Mondelli
Audio Playback:
Audra Llewellyn
Grip:
Joel Llewellyn
Lyrics:
Down in a village where most residents were poor
And old man had a factory that folks called "The Killing Floor"
He was a surly master and though his workers all wives
He'd push them within inches of their lives!
They all were sick and tired of this stuff
The men decided that they'd had enough
We won't take this anymore!
Not gonna die on The Killing Floor
He won't work us into the ground
It's time to strike a match and burn it down...
They waited for the old man to head home for the night
Then muscled in with kerosene and lanterns to ignite
They took one final look one final look at all these monsterous machines
Then lit the match that would fulfill their dreams
It was a blazing jubilee
They felt these flames had set these workers free
We won't take this anymore!
Not gonna die on The Killing Floor
He won't work us into the ground
It's time to strike a match and burn it down...
As the workers danced around the fire having fun
The old pulled up terrified and screamed "What have you done?!"
"This factory was the only thing that kept us all alive!
Now you've gone and blown us all sky high!"
The factory was above an oil lake
But all too late they realized their mistake
We wouldn't take it anymore!
Didn't wanna die on The Killing Floor
But we drove ourselves to the ground
When we struck that match and burned it down...
Why'd we have to go and burn it down?!

[@fsdx416]

This band needs more re- *cog* -nition

[@MilataB32]

and beards

[@steampunkemo9211]

@@MilataB32 no. Beards are gross 🤢

[@MilataB32]

@@steampunkemo9211 We'll you have "Emo" in your name, so your attitude towards beards/manliness are of no surprise to me.

[@vigilabo3007]

Milacetious indeed my manly man.. *strokes beard I glued on*

[@velvetgloves8868]

*strokes beared i glued on the desk* Indeed

[@EVILVAMPKITTY]

moral of the story: Fact check before you decide to commit arson!

[@dimreaper8883]

Good advice honestly

[@FurryWhoGames]

Moral that im willing to ignore for any dose of Arson...

[@jakemilton912]

I always always took it as burn the bosses house not the factory.

[@kaasmaster8892]

@@jakemilton912 that makes more sense

[@akimbofurry2179]

@@jakemilton912 one of the forefathers wrote a letter stating, that corrupt and no good Politicians should have there home, bored by bored, ripped from the home and tossed into the river.

[@tytotheowl2994]

“That folks call the *killin flauur* “ such a good voice

[@josephcopper2966]

I want to hug the drummer. He just looks depressed, like he needs a hug or a chocolate milk

[@neckbeardnecromancer8394]

Joseph Copper A hug *and* a chocolate milk.

[@AlderBoyBlue]

They said he is very camera shy, I believe. But he deserves all the things

[@FLAMESpl]

He fits the story so much

[@LaChroniqueEdgy1816]

@@AlderBoyBlue honestly it doesn't take anything away, he just looks so done with the others and it is amazing

[@kingslayer2239]

I kinda love how he looks like he got roped into playing for them.

[@tentacle-chan5179]

This is the best underrated band ever!

[@thomas41000]

So true they are sooooooooooooooooo AMAZING ! Love'em !

[@croaklikeatoad4384]

You should check out Steam Powered Giraffe (similar genre, also with elements of voice acting) or I Fight Dragons (all-around awesome punkish classic rock sorta thing).

[@tomsnider9213]

Tentacle -Chan you might enjoy Professor Elemental as well too.

[@finngilmore6421]

Doctor Steel

[@reychael9810]

Tentacle -Chan your underrated they are SO AMAZING

[@KADASUVA]

Ok, three things. First: Why aren't you guys more popular? Two: Why am I just finding about you guys now? Three: Why can't I like a video more than once?

[@j.jnerdamy320]

Good questions

[@johnwesley256]

Answer to q 1 and 2: because not enough PPL are liking, sharing, leaving comments and sharing. Answer to q 3: you can if you create multiple accounts

[@gmari3343]

funny

[@Wanderingsage7]

morel of the story: know where something is located before you set it on fire

[@brassgoggles6737]

I can't get enough steampunk music

[@mosesr.numblekins2063]

Brass Goggles this is proper steampunk music

[@AdamDampOwlPowell]

Dr. Steel introduced me to the world of steampunk music. I Googled this band after hearing they were in the same genre, this was the first result, and I'm off to an amazing start; love this style, love this song, love this band.

[@MegaBookWormGirl]

Also feel free to look up Abney Park and Steam Powered Giraffe. Abney Park is styled after time-traveling sky pirates, and Steam Powered Giraffe are made up of singing "automatons" with an awesomely detailed back story (Which can be found on their website.) Welcome to the club!

[@AdamDampOwlPowell]

I did and I like it! I am loving this steampunk style.

[@AdamDampOwlPowell]

***** Will do! Thanks for the recommendation.

[@robberofjacks]

Adam Powell If you like steampunk style music, swing is not too far from it, give it a try : D

[@ubersaw_]

as soon as i heard my first song by this band i instantly thought "this sounds like spg and dr steel had some kind of child band"

[@matthewwollyung7868]

An expisition in swing, folk, and rock all wrapped up in a steam punk bow? Sign me up!

[@randomstormtrooper6558]

1:47 The drummer is my spirit animal.

[@generictimestamperstupendi9021]

was NOT expecting that

[@Sumschmuck]

Dude needs a hug

[@generictimestamperstupendi9021]

"whats so spec- omfg"

[@gabrielgutierrez1419]

this band is my new ear drug.

[@thomas41000]

IKR ! it's pure eargasm !

[@PoopLoop202]

How is this band not more popular? This is amazing.

[@settiec]

Holy shit I'm in love... WHY HAVE I ONLY JUST NOW DISCOVERED THEM!?!?!!

[@caboose2163]

Wiremux m'dear brought me here awesome steampunk mix ;)

[@slenderthesavagemaster]

Don't worry I discovered then over an animation of we all have gears from lordbazeen lol

[@chillsahoy2640]

The last line, "We'd we have to go and burn it down?" makes me imagine that all the workers and the factory owner ended up cursed in the afterlife to relive their last few minutes for all eternity. The righteous anger of the workers, their reckless revolt, the factory owner's horror when he realizes what's about to happen. And now they sing, and they lament the fact that neither side was willing to compromise.

[@internetguy7319]

Compromise would have been bullshit Give workers rights

[@Chewie260]

@@internetguy7319 rofl ;D

[@matthewwollyung7868]

I imagine it like the undead bar scene in Tim burton's the corpse bride

[@HanaBodlakova]

This is the first song I heard .. I'm so glad that I discovered The Cog Is Dead. Amazing band!

[@xal7034]

Damn dude. The first song? And to think mine was some cartoon intro, for what I remember. Maybe I heard some different song within my first year of life and just, forgot. Like my fellow humans do, just forgetting years of their lives

[@iguessyoucouldcallitconten8568]

@@xal7034 I know right?

[@alexanderhuggonson658]

I discovered this song 7 years ago already, I still listen to the whole story everytime, it's so well constructed - also musically, Well Done Guys!!! (your best work in my opinion =) )

[@terrorcop101]

What 90 percent of blue collar workers wish was their theme.

[@bakunicorn]

Instead of burning it down, the workers should have organized in a union and taken control of the means of production.

[@MagnaKay]

Chuckl'd

[@ambidexter2017]

Yeah, and then it would degrade slowly. Or become a new company with new management, if some of the workers would be smart enough to manage thing. In both cases nothing would really change.

[@xal7034]

@@muslimninjaassassin2498 What is Capistim. Legit so curious rn

[@xal7034]

Skidiction Liduction Seize the Means of Production

[@muslimninjaassassin2498]

Am not sure what you mean I spelled it right.... Commie.

[@jonathancordell236]

And this is why you seeze the means of production and not burn it

[@jessegunther4339]

PS you guys got me putting hats like you.

[@thecogisdead]

There's nothing like a dapper hat! 😁

[@DamonFyrian]

And this is one of my favorite songs by them.

[@shealadurham318]

I have lost count of how often I've watched this. How am I only now noticing that he plays the tiniest of pianos?

[@C4ptainRedbeard]

This song is almost 10 years old already! oh snap

[@Artst2010]

First, I love the song, voice is amazing. Second, I personally feel the CGI was well done! it was subtle enough not to overshadow the bands performance yet added a nice compliment to the story that was being told through the lyrics. The effects were stunning anyone who has done video editing and visual effects would understand its not easy. I also found the small piano a cool addition.

[@TheEnriko29]

He needs beard

[@benjaminwigington9605]

Agreed

[@MichaelGrbg]

Did you just read my mind??!?!?! *puts aluminum foil hat*

[@DioBrando-yk5up]

And more cogs

[@TheAveryusmc]

2021 and still listening to this. Love it.

[@SJKlapecki]

It's been years since I listened to this band. When I first did, I was ambivalent about who I liked in this song. After three years of retail and odd jobs, I'm on the worker's side here. Glad I rediscovered your guy's work

[@tsmith4370]

I just learned of these guys, and I love love love your style and music! Thank you ❤

[@MitchellTF]

...Seeing him sing...*breathes heavily*

[@sonicshot55]

The drummer seems really sad...

[@Baxocj]

well its sorta of a sad song lol

[@sonicshot55]

Baxocj The other two seem to be having fun.

[@Baxocj]

maybe the drummer was one of the workers :O lol... or one of the wifes

[@morlanius]

It's a drummer thing.

[@elethys9903]

Morlanius I doubt it, my father never looks sad while drumming.

[@corentinrichard9864]

After all these years, it never get old!!!

[@JamesOKeefe-US]

So glad I found this band. Can't believe it took me this long. Just amazing. The storytelling and music styles are brilliant. Brings steampunk alive for me for sure. Great work!

[@boomstickmick5652]

You guys are quickly becoming my second favorite band. First goes to Abney Park, but you guys are still amazing.

[@jamesthepupper2311]

I think the Blood Sweat and Tears people need to have a nice chat with the Burn It Down people,,,

[@lucidlullaby894]

Well, whatever's lefts of them

[@marienilsen2812]

피땀눈물 :)

[@plasticballs]

_the greatest creators this world's ever seen_

[@peyapeyasson1328]

Best steampunk song i've ever heard. Bloody underated band.

[@sierranevadahiker4440]

I love this song and I'm addicted to listening to it. Great job The Cog is Dead!

[@DamonFyrian]

God, I love his voice!

[@tonnoka]

Best cog is dead song

[@187FML187]

As a factory worker. I can totally understand 😂

[@andynho00]

You rule! You are telling a story with your music and bring us into fantastic worlds! Please do not stop t what you are doing your music is top quality!

[@vulgoaadm]

The cog is the best, I love it!

[@civilmagpie1454]

Damn, this is dark but so good

[@vonriel1822]

This song is firmly stuck in my head after seeing the Frostpunk 2 reveal trailer.

[@AlastorTheNPDemon]

This song speaks to my soul.

[@yang-bj9ql]

i found this song 3 years ago as i was introduced to steampunk and this was one of the first songs i listened which is still my favorite even today

[@APlagueDoctor]

I've been in love with this band since high school, and ended up meeting some really awesome people through their music. Just wanted to say thank you for that!

[@sierranevadahiker4440]

This is my favorite song from The Cog is Dead! It is so catchy and appeals to my inner pyromaniac!

[@aaroncharpentier6130]

I love this song and video. It's great to hear something new. Thanks for late share 😂

[@Gothippy]

Love this song so much!!!!!!!!! Thank you guys for making more music!!!! Your stuff just makes me happy to listen to it!

[@WillBrownCubeFX]

I still am loving the cog is dead

[@Mikaz24]

One of my favorite songs these days.

[@MrJJandJim]

I don't remember how I found this band, but I will always return to the first song I heard. So good!

[@rabbitholeryn]

You guys are so awesome! Why have I only found this amazing music now?

[@lucyackerman4712]

Awesome, guys! You all have mind-boggling talent, and contrary to most artists, are completely clean! Keep up the terrific work!

[@kukurydza007]

Dear lord I love spotify for this

[@canadianbacon8645]

This is very impressive

[@BoTuLoX]

Great song and video guys! Can't wait to listen to the full new album!

[@calinmarie5974]

god this guy's voice is so great !

[@Wanderingsage7]

Anyone else wishing for a ten hour version of this video?

[@spacesoarer3627]

Outstanding song! I am highly addicted to this now. One of my all time favorite songs! Definitely receiving a Tim Burton vibe as well. Keep up the great work guys!

[@dannydabunny9526]

After months of searching, i finally found it! My favourite song!

[@258yoda]

I was able to catch the band live this weekend what an awesome concert

[@WskOsc]

What a great feel to the song. I do hereby proclaim this fantabulous!

[@AliSteampunk]

one of my favourites! Gentlemen I applaud you!

[@topazjay5102]

Love you guys, love your music, have your first two cds, getting the next one soon!

[@Ceitagh]

This sound is fantastic!

[@9til5wizard]

Brilliant song and this is what I love. Each of your songs has a story and this one took a logical spin on the classic steampunk factory tale. Also provides a moral: Sometimes the worst things in life are for a good reason.

[@tabbantube]

keep up this amazing work.. love this type of songs

[@nicholasf.7292]

Freaking amazing. You guys get better and better.

[@glassXmoon]

I love music like this. When people find ways to mix beautiful unknown concepts with modern influences. :3

[@yamdelion9474]

Spotify recommended me this group and WOW! It's amazing😱💕

[@oliverjune1529]

You guys are freaking awesome nice job!

[@murdocnickles1688]

Yes it's so lovely

[@roeidavid5340]

Awesomeness!!! (It's sounds to me like "hit the road jack") (:

[@dirkbaldorad3634]

it really sounds like hit the road jack o.O

[@nicolasarayacaro94]

hit the road jack, hitchin a ride-green day, stray cat strut- stray cats, its R&B style

[@canaandavis6268]

I like this song

[@MrMartechi]

you guys are...amazing:O it's an awesome song! Thank you! I hope you'll get the attention that you deserve!

[@DKDarrenKelly]

Once again, another amazing song.

[@MiphonPhyphorGarash]

I love these guys their music is amazing

[@kayhaven4710]

LOVE THIS BAND SO MUCH!

[@mrdarkevilme]

this is epic awesome, i think this is the best thing the cog has ever done. the sheer energy of it.

[@AGamerPS3]

I still listen.

[@KurtSeckerson]

Great song, love the style!

[@volkkeslate]

mix of jazz, swing, and steampunk

[@Samrobertsish]

Great video!

[@logicalhope]

Amazing song! Feels like the big musical number from a Disney film like Aladdin

[@SprocketWatchclock]

So much awesome!

[@gambitraven]

Excited to see you guys in my hometown in two weeks

[@pastapastajfollower2919]

This band is the best man, not a single bad song in my opinion. I highly recommend these guys!

[@LADYslc]

Way cool, love these guys.

[@lidiadern307]

I love it sooo much. Perfect voice

[@MrMartechi]

absolute awesome!

[@turtleshell0]

love that little twist at the end haha

[@FlirtingStalker]

Love the piano scene!

[@Nayedel]

What a great song

[@LialaneGraest]

This is badass.

[@Flatlinear]

Very much enjoyed :)

[@MrSpookiness]

Nice...Good Story... Catchy Song...

[@jessegunther4339]

I LOVE IT!!!....

[@OleandyrTheGreatDragonGod]

This song is one of my favorites. Still, as an actual pianist, I can't help but laugh when I see the band-leader play that tiny toy-piano and still have that kind of sound come out of it.