In 1989, Stephan Groth and Jon Erik Martinsen formed Apoptygma Berzerk in Norway. They wrote several songs, one of them "Ashes To Ashes" would later be released as a 12" single on the Norwegian label Tatra Productions in 1991. Martinsen left the band shortly afterwards feeling uncomfortable with the direction of the band's music. Since then the band had many lineup changes, Groth being the only constant members.
Stephan Groth claims that the band name was randomly picked out of a dictionary. Apoptygma is an old Greek word for the fold of a woman's garment. Technically the 'y' ought to be pronounced like a long 'u', but the band's name is commonly pronounced a-pop-TIG-ma or a-pop-TEEG-ma.
Apoptygma Berzerk released six studio albums so far: Soli Deo Gloria in 1993, 7 in 1996, Welcome To Earth in 2000, Harmonizer in 2002, You and Me Against the World in 2005, and Rocket Science in 2009.
The first two albums, Soli Deo Gloria and 7 were a similar style of synthpop and EBM. Welcome to Earth featured an evolved EBM/synthpop sound. Harmonizer featured a softer, more synthpop-oriented direction. You and Me Against the World represented an almost complete change in style for the band, from EBM to indie rock-oriented sound. Rocket Science continued the rock-oriented direction of their sound.
They also released three compilations (The Apopcalyptic Manifesto in 1998, The Singles Collection in 2003 , Sonic Diary in 2006), three live albums (APBL98 in 1999, APBL2000 in 2001, Imagine There's No Lennon in 2010) and three live DVDs (APBL2000 in 2001, The Harmonizer DVD in 2004, Imagine There's No Lennon in 2010).
In total, the band issued six EPs: Victims of Mutilation in 1990, The 2nd Manifesto in 1992, Mourn EP in 1997, Unicorn EP in 2004, Black EP in 2006, and Green Queen in 2009.
List of former band members:
Jon Erik Martensen: keyboards (1989)
Per Aksel Lundgreen: keyboards/manager (1991–1994)
Anders Odden: guitars (1992-1999)
Geir Bratland: keyboards/backing vocals (1995-2009)
Fredrik Darum: producer/live guitarist (1999–2001)
Ted Skogmann: drums and guitar (1999–2002)
Fredrik Brarud: drums (2002-2009)
Audun Stengel (Angel): guitars (2002-2009)
Anders Odden: guitars (2003-2006)
Official site: http://www.apoptygmaberzerk.de
Love Never Dies
Apoptygma Berzerk Lyrics
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Forever in your arms you said, forever in my heart My love for you will make us both climb higher I sense your presence in this room, I feel that you are near You hold me close and whisper, "Love is forever"
Love is forever...
Love never dies...
The lyrics to Apoptygma Berzerk's Love Never Dies convey the power of love and its ability to endure through time and distance. The singer speaks of being forever in their loved one's arms and their love holding them together no matter what. The idea of climbing higher with their love suggests that together they can achieve anything and overcome any obstacle.
The second verse continues with the same theme of everlasting love, as the singer feels the presence of their loved one even when they are not physically present. The message is clear that love transcends physical boundaries and can be felt through energy and emotion. The final line of the song, "Love never dies", reinforces this message and emphasizes that true love endures and persists beyond time and space.
Overall, Love Never Dies is a powerful testament to the strength and endurance of love. The lyrics convey the message that love can conquer all and persist even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Forever in your arms, you said, forever in my heart
You promised to always be with me and live in my heart.
My love for you will make us both climb higher
My love for you will motivate and inspire us to become better people and grow together.
Driven by the power that is burning in our hearts
We are motivated by the intense and passionate feelings we have for each other.
You know my faith in you will keep us together
I believe in you and trust that our love will keep us united and committed to one another.
Love is forever...
Love is eternal and enduring.
Love never dies...
Love is a force that persists beyond death and can never truly be extinguished.
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