The group dates back to September 1986. The very act of setting up the band took place an hour before Iron Maiden concert in Poznan, when Tomasz "Titus" Pukacki (vocal, bass guitar) met Robert "Litza" Friedrich (backing vocal, guitar) and they decided to sell the entrance tickets. The money they got was in no time spent on cheap Polish wine known locally as "kwas" (English "acid") The line up was then enlarged by Dariusz "Popcorn" Popowicz (guitar) and Maciej "Ślimak" Starosta (drums.) Soon they created a few song such as Barmy Army or Del Rocca which are performed live even these days. Unfortunately, after two months of blissful existence, the band suffered the loss of Titus - the leader, who had been called up to the army. Titus stayed there two years while the rest of the band performed with other bands. Popcorn joined Wolf Spider and Litza became a member of legendary Turbo and later Creation of Death. When Titus was finally released from the army, ACID DRINKERS was reactivated.
They first appeared on stage on 26th August 1989 in Wroclaw at a fairly big metal festival called "Metal Madness". They played three songs during which they remained completely still on stage, which was a pretty shocking idea as for a metal band at that time. The audience was absolutely taken aback. The same year they played only one more gig together with Turbo, Wolf Spider and Gomor.
In the meantime ACID DRINKERS recorded their first demo including Nagasaki Baby, Del Rocca and I Mean Acid. The demo noticed by Tomasz Dziubinski (Metal Mind Productions) was presented at Midem Fair in Cannes. A month later ACID DRINKERS signed a deal with Music for Nations. In 1990 ACID DRINKERS performed at Metalmania Festival in Katowice, which has been the largest metal festival in Eastern Europe for many years. The show was so excellent that not only fans but also critics and journalists regarded it as a triumph. In a blink of an eye the band gained popularity across the whole country. It was even called "Guns'n'Roses at Metallica's speed".
In October 1998 Litza left ACID DRINKERS, soon replaced by Przemyslaw "Perla" Wejmann. The same year the band was awarded "the Best Rock Band of the Year" by Polish Public Television. ACID DRINKERS also received "Fryderyk", the Polish equivalent of Grammy Award in category of "hard’n’heavy" in 1998, 2000, 2004. In 2003 Perla left the band. The place emptied by him was soon taken over by Tomasz ‘Lipa’ Lipnicki, the leader of another famous Polish band – Illusion. When Lipa left the band in march 2004, next guy joined the band. His name is Aleksander “Olass” Mendyk, guitar player from great hardcore band called None.
Acid Drinkers has always been one of the best and the most live-impressive Polish heavy metal bands. It has been estimated that so far they have played over 700 concerts in Poland and abroad. From 1996 to 2003 Acids headlined 7 tours and their audience reached a million of people. They headlined all the important Polish rock and metal festivals. The band supported many international stars, such as Deep Purple (in Katowice 03.06.1996 and 24.06.1998 and 27.06.2004 Legia Stadium-Warsaw), Ian Gillan ("Toolbox In" tour in Poland and Czech Republic December 1991), Megadeth, Bruce Dickinson, Sepultura, Paradise Lost and Slayer. The band has been recognized as the best Polish band of the 90s’ by Polish journalists, readers of Polish rock and metal magazines and, of course, BY FANS.
Line-Up
Tomasz "Titus" Pukacki - lead vocals, bass guitar
Wojciech "Jankiel" Moryto - guitar, bkg vocals
Darek "Popcorn" Popowicz - lead guitar
Maciej "Ślimak" Starosta - drums
Silver Meat Machine
Acid Drinkers Lyrics
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Silver meat machine
Pumping aviation oil
Aviation oil - the best
It gives a terrible kick
It's beating like a stick
When it will hit - it will kill
Be cruel, my machine - machine - made in steel
Be cruel, my machine - machine - made in steel
I won't replace you for another one
I will not look for the other scum
Go on, go on, go on !!!
Come on - break out the storm
That old tin with a rust
Loyal pork diesel
The bolts and the rivets crushed
To drive, we need no reason !!!
An engine booms like a bell
Can you feel that hellish smell ???
When it will hit - it will kill
When it won't kill - it will whirr
Be cruel, my machine - machine - made in steel
Be cruel, my machine - machine - made in steel
I won't replace you for another one
I will not look for the other scum
Go on, go on, go on !!!
Come on - break out the storm
My meat, obese machine
Fast like a weasel
It creaks, it screams, it grinds
This brute is unkind...
When it won't kill - it will whirr
Machine - made in steel
When it won't kill - it will whirr
Machine - made in steel
I won't replace you for another one
I will not look for the other scum
Go on, go on, go on !!!
Come on - break out the storm
The lyrics of Acid Drinkers' song "Silver Meat Machine" is a tribute to a powerful machine. The machine in question is an old, rusty and loyal engine that runs on aviation oil. The song portrays the machine as if it has a life of its own, with the ability to "be cruel" as it pumps out a terrible kick. The lyrics describe the engine's unstoppable nature and its ability to kill those who stand in its way. The singer states that they will not replace the engine with another one, calling it their "meat machine" and pledging allegiance to it.
There seems to be an underlying theme of rebellion in the song, urging the machine to be cruel and break out the storm. The lyrics are a mix of admiration and fear of the machine, with the singer acknowledging the power of the engine but also aware of the danger it poses. The verses portray the engine as something almost demonic, with a hellish smell and a sound that booms like a bell.
In conclusion, "Silver Meat Machine" is a testament to the power of machinery, and an acknowledgment of humanity's reverence and fear of such powerful creations.
Line by Line Meaning
That old good machine
Referring to a loyal, trusted and functional machine
Silver meat machine
Describing a powerful, metallic and almost living machine kept in high regard
Pumping aviation oil
The machine is running on the best possible fuel
Aviation oil - the best
Confirming the superiority of the fuel being used for the machine
It gives a terrible kick
The machine operates with extreme force and energy
It's beating like a stick
The sound of the machine is powerful and rhythmic
When it will hit - it will kill
Indicating the machine's potential to cause serious damage if used improperly
When it won't kill - it will whirr
Even when not being used to its full potential, the machine operates with unmistakable power and noise
Be cruel, my machine - machine - made in steel
Encouraging a positive relationship with the machine and to use it to its full potential
I won't replace you for another one
Showing an undeniable appreciation and loyalty for the current machine
I will not look for the other scum
Not being interested in using an inferior machine when the current one is so reliable
Go on, go on, go on !!!
Encouraging the machine to continue performing at its full potential
Come on - break out the storm
Further encouraging the machine to go above and beyond when performing
That old tin with a rust
Describing an old and worn machine, possibly forgotten or unused
Loyal pork diesel
A less-than-perfect fuel being used to operate the old machine
The bolts and the rivets crushed
The old machine is likely no longer functional due to missing or broken parts
To drive, we need no reason !!!
Implying a carefree and irresponsible attitude towards controlling a machine without legitimate need
An engine booms like a bell
Referring to the powerful and signature sound of an engine in operation
Can you feel that hellish smell ???
Suggesting an unappealing and dirty scent associated with operating a machine
My meat, obese machine
Describing a powerful and well-fed machine with a lot of weight behind it
Fast like a weasel
Despite its size, the machine moves quickly and with agility
It creaks, it screams, it grinds
The machine is likely to make a lot of noise when running due to its power and weight
This brute is unkind...
Describing the machine as a powerful and often difficult beast to tame or control
Machine - made in steel
Reiterating the fact that the machine is metallic and made to withstand great force and power
Contributed by Liliana L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rose Layber
mój nowy ulubiony zespół. wcześniej nie słuchałam takiej muzyki ale jest zajebista.
kamil667
polecam początkowe ich albumy :)
Izabella Panorama
Zgadzam się, to bije wszystko na łeb, na szyję! Daje kopa, że aż miło :D \m/
xsangyhix
Pełen respekt dla Acidów. Grunt dążyć do doskonałego tak jak oni :P
Izabella Panorama
Aż mnie miło roznosi ten kawałek :D Wyrywa z rzeczywistości. Genialne lekarstwo dla duszy :D
Izabella Panorama
Aż mnie miło roznosi ten kawałek :D Wyrywa z rzeczywistości. Genialne lekarstwo dla duszy :D
VVitcherry
GENIALNE!! Całe Verses of Steel bardzo udane. Acid 4ever!
TomaszL
dali czadu zajebisty utworek \m/
TheLardens
Właśnie wróciłem z ich koncertu, na tym kawałku było takie Pogo że poplułem się krwią ! ACID DRINKERS KURWA ! ! !
VVitcherry
Płyta cała genialna! Ta piosenka jak reszta - zaje*ista!