House In Order

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Inspired by Matthew chapters 24 and 25.

"But know this, that if the master of the house had known what hour the thief would come, he would have watched and not allowed his house to be broken into."

I just started going from there and said to myself "Time to get your house in order"

Tempie heard the earliest version of the song and suggested a real funkified guitar, so of course I let him. Then he helped me clean out the garage.

Thanks for listening.

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Lyrics

DID YOU GET YOUR HOUSE IN ORDER?
HAVE YOU PUT YOUR MESS AWAY?
ARE YOU WAITING FOR TOMORROW?
WILL YOUR GUEST ARRIVE TODAY?

DO YOU THINK YOU KNOW THE HOUR?
DO YOU THINK YOU’D KNOW THE DAY?
DID YOU THINK THAT YOU’D BE SLEEPING
AS HE TOOK YOUR STUFF AWAY?

LIGHTNING COMING FROM THE EAST
AND FLASHES TO THE WEST
SUN WILL FADE
THE STARS WILL FALL
ARE YOU READY FOR YOUR GUEST?

TRUMPETS BLASTING
TEETH ARE GNASHING
LOOK THE MASTER
COMES TODAY
ARE YOU SLEEPING?
ARE YOU WEEPING?
WILL HE TAKE YOUR STUFF AWAY?

TRUMPETS BLASTING
TEETH ARE GNASHING

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Hits: 2068
Comments: 49
Fans: 31
Plays: 162
Downloads: 68

Uploaded: Jun 14, 2010 - 07:23:51 PM
Last Updated: Jun 14, 2010 - 07:23:51 PM Last Played: May 22, 2013 - 04:50:50 AM

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house (184), stuff (16), tomorrow (8), sleeping (6), weeping (4), trumpets blasting (1), teeth gnashing (1), Matthew 24 - 25 (1)

Comments

fasteddie	fasteddie said 1074 days ago (June 14th, 2010)
	Freaky cool stuff. Diggin the funky disco style guitar. Cool popcorn style beat. This rocks!!! Sick! Check out my latest song called A Friend to the End

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1074 days ago (June 14th, 2010)
	Disco Tempie is about the funkiest disco jammin' redneck I know. His guitar playing is way underrated in my humble opinion. Thanks for listening Eddie. Check out my latest song called Green Machine

alackbass	alackbass said 1074 days ago (June 14th, 2010)
	House In Order Great lyrics! The lyrics alone make this a big winner. Fun and quirky arrangement. Check out my latest song called Just Ain't Worth a Song (2 Track)

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1074 days ago (June 14th, 2010)
	Lyrics Thanks for the listen. The lyrics took some time to develop because there were a few ways I could've taken this. I wanted to express the sense of urgency I got from ready those chapters. The fun and quirky parts come easy! Thanks again! Check out my latest song called Green Machine

airportseven	airportseven said 1074 days ago (June 14th, 2010)
	Devo has new album that I hear sucks thanks god we still have you to keep the Booji Boy flame alive. Great collab - priceless funkification and as always great synths. Those voice lessons really paid off - that's for sure. Check out my latest song called 4.22.13 first thing

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1074 days ago (June 14th, 2010)
	Time To Clean Some House Be a man or a mouse... If you live in a small town, you might meet a dozen or two young alien types who step out and dare to declare, "We're through bein' cool" I think you know what I'm saying! Thanks for the encouragement Bud. I'm trying to put a little more effort into my songs, especially in the singing dept. Bob Check out my latest song called Green Machine

particledots	particledots said 1074 days ago (June 14th, 2010)
	great, great, great stuff..... from the el cheapo synth textures to the think funk guitar to the booji boy vocal (cheers kevin) fabulous Check out my latest song called i got a new lens

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	El Cheapo You have no idea how much I spent to get that cheap synth sound! Twice as much as I paid for the funk riffage! Thanks for the props. Check out my latest song called Green Machine

cjdaley	cjdaley said 1074 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	the gospel according to 5xa I've never thought that I would be dig xtian rock so much, nor that a funky guitar could be so ominous. I really like the apocalyptic tone of the verses and the distant oriental feel of the final sequences. Check out my latest song called Big Bong Theory Overture (By the Monggz)

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five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)

Xtian Rock
I can't think of a single Christian rock song I like. I've never been a fan of candy coated music in general and most of the "Christian Rock" I've heard is exactly that. There must be fans of music and fans of Christianity who might dig a different approach musically and lyrically than what's most common.

Maybe my music will create the balance that the world of Xtrian Rock was missing....

Thanks CJ - glad you liked it

Check out my latest song called Green Machine

lavalamp	lavalamp said 1074 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Spacy Stuff Funky groove indeed. Always like your vocal delivery. The music and production are especially great on this track. Nice and fluid. Very, very nice Bob LL Check out my latest song called A Funky Little Thing

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Spacy Stuff I think I try harder when someone else gets involved. My normal practice of writing and recording a song and posting it all on the same night has something to be desired. I'm quickly learning after almost 5 years here that if I take my time, I can make it sound better. Good thing I'm a fast learner! Thanks Dave! Check out my latest song called Green Machine

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egobandit said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)

This is too good
For MJ's I could hear this on alternative radio back in the 80's but fresh and up to date, A sermon told by robots and electronics and thats just the music when you get into the lyrics it touches a nerve because everyone seems to know we are in crisis but no one knows the day or hour (except if buy the whole 2012 thing, maybe its not this deep but it made me think that way, man you and tempie are monsters!

Check out my latest song called walkin out my door

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five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)

Alternative Radio For 2012
Hey Tim,

Thanks for the kind words.

Maybe we can program the robots to preach only the truth since men can't seem to do it themselves? You can't program a robot to lie, can you? He'd rip your face off!

No one knows the day or the hour, but the Boy Scouts tell us to be prepared! Let's listen to the kids AND the robots! They know better than any of us.

(Tempie is a monster - you can listen to him too)

Thanks for your comments.

Check out my latest song called Green Machine

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tempie said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)

would have guessed you sleep with a stuffed monkey
will He take your stuff away? lol that's a great line.

love how you used the hall and oates riff in the break - cool - reminds me of erasure.

normally i'd read a 'this is based on matthew chapters 24 & 25' description and skip the tune like a jig on bass pond. but you're an honest dude and aside from that you have a great imagination. i really like your bible translations. if you preached i'd probably go to church. well at least i wouldn't shoot out the windows.

also just noticed your new avatar. LOL! clever!

Check out my latest song called Fan Fiction (Stan Lee Writes Reed Richards)

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five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)

Stuffed Monkey
Hall and Oated riff? Are you getting me back for the Muskrat Love comment I left you a few months ago?!

Thanks for being brave enough to listen to the song after my biblical disclaimer. I figured there would be some people who would would avoid it, but I hope that if they know me well enough, they know not to expect what they expect. Huh?

If I was a preacher and you shot out the windows, I know for a fact you'd do it for a good reason (hopefully it wasn't something I said!).

I read the story of the Man that made a whip of cords and drove the merchants out of the temple and overturned the tables. He didn't politely ask them to leave - He chased them out with a whip!

Check out my latest song called Green Machine

Lennon714	Lennon714 said 1055 days ago (July 4th, 2010)
	stuffed monkey? no. it's a real monkey. Check out my latest song called Broke

kingbee	kingbee said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Out of order Really liking your synth playing on this. All these mad little segments that fit so well. Wall of sound vox a delight as always. Sort of modern day retro synth pop but in no way dated. Cool stuff Enjoyed cheers cheers Check out my latest song called Home

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five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)

Out Of Order
Hey King

Thanks for the listen. I had this dark melody in my head since we collaborated and I was really happy to be able to get it into a song format that worked for me. I usually run into problems if the melody develops too far before the lyrical idea comes. As soon as I started with this riff, I had 'House In Order' on the tip of my tongue. Tempie iced the cake with his smokin' guitar riff.

Glad you enjoyed it.

Check out my latest song called Green Machine

drakonis	drakonis said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	that extra arm writhing wildly on the keyboard, creating sumptuously strange and scintillating sonorities out of square waves. Love the way your lyrics are inspired, and your production is always the highest of lo-fi. Tasty and very catchy, as always Bob! ttfn, Drakonis Check out my latest song called Belle Aire (for Mandolin Orchestra)

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Scintillating Sonorities Drak, Really, I'm much younger than you think.... huh? I'm glad you appreciate the wild noises my extra arm makes. I try hard you know. It was hard not to be inspired after reading this. Hope it inspires others as well. Thanks for listening. Bob Check out my latest song called Green Machine

Bowman	Bowman said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Scary, provocative, cool. Put the fear of some Giant Robotic God into me. Great grove - love that funky guitar. Cheers, Charlie Check out my latest song called RADIANT FLESH (take 2)

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Giant Robot Vic Holman has a giant robot - it plays guitar with him and seems to be very nice. Thanks Charlie! Check out my latest song called Green Machine

michaelkoppenheffer	michaelkoppenheffer said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	House in Order As someone with a disordered house, I hear this as a call to arms. (Of course, the "trumpets blasting" part isn't exactly subtle:)) This is somewhere between the Apocalypse and one of those HGTV home makeover shows--a space I'd honestly never imagined before. Now, to clean my desk... Check out my latest song called Till the Tap Runs Dry (album version)

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Subtle As A Trumpet! A clean desk is a great start Michael! If you have a visible desk, you'll never star on an HGTV show, which is a good thing actually. Glad to see this place straighten up a bit. It was starting to look like a dump. Check out my latest song called Green Machine

Char	Char said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	I did not expect Billy Graham to play a gig with Devo. Yes. You are more creative than most who proffer Christian rock. The message is loud and clear. A fast learner and a good teacher, to boot. :) Check out my latest song called The Sea

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Fast Learner Thanks Char, you're too kind. Much like Billy Graham, I'm a big fan of DEVO, I've had 4 singing lessons and I play the synthesizer. Maybe I should consider a career change? Thanks for listening and encouraging me so often. Bob Check out my latest song called Green Machine

moorlandt	moorlandt said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	this is nonsense exactly the kind of nonsense I adore. Feet-tapping funky fridge-cold emotion loaded piece of delicatesse. Ah, I LOVE it, mate. Check out my latest song called Free (remix)

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	Nonsense! You got me on that one! This would've been a smokin' hot emotionless work had it not been for the refrigerator of rock n roll - Tempie. Thanks for tapping! Bob Check out my latest song called Green Machine

racerat	racerat said 1073 days ago (June 15th, 2010)
	THIS is really cool. Tastefully sparse. The funkiest whacka-whacka guitar from Tempie, that just drives it along. I love the lyrics, great analogie. The synths are awesome, particularly the melody. Love love love. P Check out my latest song called My Broken Sky

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1071 days ago (June 17th, 2010)
	THIS Thanks PVD I'm still freaking over Tempie's whacka whacka. Isn't it the best? Thanks for the kind words bro. Bob Check out my latest song called Green Machine

Feter	Feter said 1072 days ago (June 16th, 2010)
	House In Order Bob and Tempie ...thats just great ! Check out my latest song called Roll with it

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1071 days ago (June 17th, 2010)
	House In Order Thanks Feter. Craig knew EXACTLY what this song needed to reach the heights of greatness that it has achieved.... huh? LOL! Bob Check out my latest song called Green Machine

ted23	ted23 said 1072 days ago (June 17th, 2010)
	Bleep! Initially it reminded me of the early 90's video games I was hooked on then the unique vocals kicked in with a cool swagger in the delivery. This is a great listen in headphones. I really like the spaces you've put everything in, sounds great Check out my latest song called Living Dead Love Song in Z minor (HALLOWEEN 2012)

five_extra_arms	five_extra_arms said 1071 days ago (June 17th, 2010)
	Bloop! Hey Ted, thanks for the feedback. I believe that I actually inspired more than one video game in my day. Ever heard of Nintendo Robo-Psycho-Syntho Man? Coming to a video arcade near you! Check out my latest song called Green Machine

Kicbal	Kicbal said 1071 days ago (June 17th, 2010)
	Awesome The music has "No Doubt" written all over it. Lyrics and vox are cool and put a more ominous spin on things. Love the drum programming. Guitar is tré cool. Check out my latest song called Dirt Oasis (rough mix)

CIASM_ZENABI_	CIASM_ZENABI_ said 1070 days ago (June 18th, 2010)
	house in order catchy sound, really liked the verse vocals. reminds me of my own style. The lyrics grabbed me which normally doesnt happen. I think you have something individual there with the vocal/lyric blend. definately the best i've heard today (and all week) thanks a lot. Check out my latest song called GLOWING IN THE DARK (2012 REMIX)

Vic Holman	Vic Holman said 1070 days ago (June 18th, 2010)
	in Bob's house........ Bob will play. and he will play cool tunes! cool of you to invite Craig to the house of Dorsey. Check out my latest song called Darkest Skies

Lennon714	Lennon714 said 1070 days ago (June 19th, 2010)
	Jesus is coming Quick. Look busy. That's always been a favorite bumper sticker. And your approach to biblical storytelling is incredible. Some people think that music with this kind of message has to be hokey. Not you. Your Robonoise 4000 is always primed for the kill. Check out my latest song called Broke

lengold	lengold said 1067 days ago (June 21st, 2010)
	This is actually a really deep and serious lyric. Teeth are gnashing, blimey I'm frightened by this, nightmare tonight. I'm definitely not ready. This is great. Cheers Len Check out my latest song called B E A U T I F U L

Pete_NB	Pete_NB said 1065 days ago (June 23rd, 2010)
	:-o You are rocking those metaphors with apocofunktic riffage. Brimstone vocals too, you actually managed to sing in UPPER CASE! I may have peed my pants a little. Check out my latest song called Run With Me

hackneybloke	hackneybloke said 1063 days ago (June 25th, 2010)
	house in order i dig this. great left turn at 1.20...just when i thought it was going to get repetitive. smart. same applies to 2.08...and when the vocals kick in again it all sounds fresh as the start. the a capella bit doesn't quite deliver...but i'm nit-picking...because this is a very well-crafted piece. Check out my latest song called Every People Know w/Rok41, KTB, Scofugate & Sisters

mike_d	mike_d said 1060 days ago (June 28th, 2010)
	Hey- I really enjoyed hearing this, and our conversation about this track. Excellent tune, Bob! (that artwork is great too, btw!) Check out my latest song called .....

echoroom	echoroom said 1055 days ago (July 4th, 2010)
	Funkin brill! Bob - this is ace - blippy bloppy and catchy as hell. Love the funky guitar, I may borrow Tempie at some stage. Mix wise, for me the vox is really loud, and tends to dominate... and I never thought of you as a dominator. Im now gonna sing this to Marv and his new brother Mac! Check out my latest song called Sweet Isolation

billykirsch	billykirsch said 1047 days ago (July 11th, 2010)
	Bob I love the moments when you sing. Lots of passion and intensity. I dig the bridge too. Check out my latest song called Everything

smokey bacon jnr	smokey bacon jnr said 1046 days ago (July 12th, 2010)
	Are you trying to scare me? I think I just pooped myself! Great song (not sure about the message, but that's just me...). Really like the harsh synth sound and your voice is brilliant as usual. I think I prefer your more domestic/silly lyrics myself, but it does what it says on the tin!! Check out my latest song called Trailed in the Mud

RochaMalhada	RochaMalhada said 1046 days ago (July 12th, 2010)
	I get it Cool song, brother. . - Harold Check out my latest song called Ascent of a Tree (w Mike_D & FEEL)

crissew	crissew said 1025 days ago (August 2nd, 2010)
	Awesome Killer track man, loved it. You raaaaaaaaaaawk! Great stuff. getting ready to delve deeper. Don't feel obligated to waste your time listening to my music, it sucks compared to yours. Great stuff man! Check out my latest song called Devil's Argument!!!

Dragonas	Dragonas said 997 days ago (August 30th, 2010)
	Very Catchy! Love the catchy pop sensibilities you have! You write good hooks. :-) ( The synth melody and drums almost reminded me of that NO Doubt song "Hella Good." Kudos! Check out my latest song called Into Darkness We Boldly Go

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