When you are from the largest country on Earth, how do you tell your fellow citizens that you exist? That may have been the biggest hurdle for AMATORY, hailing from Saint Petersburg, Russia, which covers a mind-blowing 17,000,000 square kilometers. But through dedication and hard work, the band has become a very popular Russian act with fans in the capital, industrial centers, and even provincial towns miles from city life. AMATORY make certain everything about the band, their products, and the presentation are 100% perfect and according to their specifications. Their songs are meticulously recorded and mixed. Their album artwork is tweaked until the band is completely happy. And band members are very particular about how they themselves project the right image that says AMATORY.
“…The guys from AMATORY are devoted to their craft and focused on work…” – Jacob Hansen, sound-producer of two band’s albums says. “…It is big as hell over there, which feels very weird when you hear nothing at all about them only 2 hours away on a plane” – Tue Madsen, a sound-producer of the band's album «VII», adds. As a proof of AMATORY professionalism, you can ogle a signature guitar designed by guitarist Александр [ALEX] Павлов, manufactured by the ESP Guitar Company – you can be sure that not every band gets asked to create a signature guitar model!
Radio or TV exposure has been the main ingredient for a breakthrough by every new artist, but AMATORY had very little media exposure to gain their devoted fan base of hundreds of thousands of Russian metal fans. All of this is a result of their hard work, playing about 350 concerts to date in Russia and surrounding countries. If you think about how Russia has resisted various conquests, you can't help but be impressed that AMATORY managed to conquer the Russian cultural landscape spread across such an expansive territory. AMATORY are very excited to take their music a step further in 2010 with an appearance at Helsinki Metal Meeting and Tuska Open Air, but even without leaving their home, they've gained many new fans by adding their songs to JamLegend online game platform and having 30,000 plays of their song in English, «Your Life In My Eyes», in first days! Dignity is still missing.
Members
Current:
Denis «DENVER» Zhivotovsky — Vocals, Bass (since 1998)
Daniil «STEWART» Svetlov — Drums (since 1998), ex-Stardown, ex-Правда
Viacheslav «SLAVA» Sokolov — Vocals (since 2010), The Wheels Of Sorrow
Ilya «IL» Borisov — Guitar (since 2012), ex-Sion
Dmitry «DIMM» Muzichenko — Guitar (since 2015), ex-Naily
Former:
Evgeny «PJ» Potehin — Vocals, Guitar (1998-2001), ex-The Korea
Sergei «GANG» Osechkin — Guitar (2001-2007), died 15/03/2007
Alexey «LEXUS» Ovchinnikov — Vocals (2001-2004)
Alexey «LIOLIK» Skornyakov — Sampling (2002)
Alexander «ALEX» Pavlov — Guitar (2003-2012), Stardown, АУТКАСТ
Igor «IGOR» Kapranov — Vocals (2004-2010), АУТКАСТ, ex-Stigmata, ex-Choo-Joy!
Dmitry «JAY» Rubanovsky — Guitar (2008-2011), АУТКАСТ, ex-Horizon 8, ex-Tearfall
Ilya «K» Kuhin — Guitar (2011-2014), The Wheels Of Sorrow
Discography
Studio albums:
2003 — Вечно прячется судьба
2004 — Неизбежность
2006 — Книга мёртвых
2008 — VII
2010 — Инстинкт обречённых
2015 — 6
2016 — ОГОНЬ
2019 — DOOM
Links:
Official website
MySpace
YouTube
Ace of Spades
Amatory Lyrics
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I'll tell you I'm your man
You win some you lose some
It's all the same to me
The pleasure is to play -
It makes no difference what you say
I don't share your greed -
The only card I need is
The ace of spades
The ace of spades
Playing for the high one
Dicing with the devil
Going with the flow
It's all a game for me
7 or 11
Snake eyes watching you
Double up or quit
The devil's strike is split
The ace of spades
The ace of spades
You know I'm going to lose
Cuz gambling is for fools
But that's the way I like it, baby
I don't wanna live forever
And don't forget the joker
Pushing up the ante
I know you've got to see me
Read'em and weep
The dead man's hand again
I see it in your eyes
Take one look and die
The only thing you'll see
You know it's gonna be
The ace of spades
The ace of spades
The lyrics to Amatory's song "Ace of Spades" can be interpreted as an anthem for embracing risk and living life on the edge. The song begins by acknowledging the thrill and unpredictability of gambling, with the singer proclaiming that he is the perfect companion for those who enjoy taking chances. Whether winning or losing, it doesn't matter to him because the pleasure lies in playing the game itself. The singer distances himself from the greed often associated with gambling, stating that he doesn't share that mindset. He suggests that all he needs to satisfy his cravings for excitement and adrenaline is the ace of spades, which symbolizes the best card in a deck.
The chorus repeats the phrase "The ace of spades" emphasizing the significance and allure of this card. It represents the ultimate power and success in the game, further emphasizing the singer's love for taking risks and going all-in. The second verse continues the theme of gambling with references to playing for high stakes and engaging with the devil. The lyrics allude to the game of craps with the mention of "7 or 11" and "snake eyes," emphasizing the element of chance. Again, the singer is unafraid to face the consequences, not fearing the devil's strike or the possibility of losing.
The third verse acknowledges that the singer knows he will most likely lose in the end because gambling is often seen as foolish. However, he embraces this fact, as it is his preferred way of living. He doesn't desire to live forever and includes the reminder of the joker, an additional wildcard in the deck. The final lines suggest a sense of confrontation and defiance, with the singer pushing others to match his level of risk-taking. He urges his opponents to read his moves and emotions, only to be overcome by the "dead man's hand" once again, implying that he is skilled and fearless in the game. The song concludes with the repeated assertion that the only card they will see is the ace of spades, reinforcing the singer's dominance and love for the game.
Line by Line Meaning
If you like to gamble
If you enjoy taking risks
I'll tell you I'm your man
I will be the one to accompany and participate with you
You win some you lose some
Sometimes you succeed, sometimes you fail
It's all the same to me
The outcome doesn't matter to me
The pleasure is to play -
The enjoyment comes from participating
It makes no difference what you say
Your words have no impact on me
I don't share your greed -
I don't have the same desire for more
The only card I need is
I only require
The ace of spades
The highest-ranking card of the spades suit
Playing for the high one
Engaging in high-stakes gambling
Dicing with the devil
Taking chances and risking negative consequences
Going with the flow
Adapting to the circumstances
It's all a game for me
It's merely a form of entertainment to me
7 or 11
A reference to the numbers rolled in a dice game
Snake eyes watching you
A reference to rolling two ones in a dice game
Double up or quit
Risking more or leaving the game
The devil's strike is split
The negative consequences are divided
You know I'm going to lose
You are aware that I will not succeed
Cuz gambling is for fools
Because taking risks is seen as foolish
But that's the way I like it, baby
However, I enjoy it that way
I don't wanna live forever
I have no desire for eternal life
And don't forget the joker
Also, remember the wild card
Pushing up the ante
Increasing the bet
I know you've got to see me
I understand that you must acknowledge me
Read'em and weep
Look at your cards and feel regret
The dead man's hand again
A reference to a specific poker hand associated with death
I see it in your eyes
I can perceive it through your gaze
Take one look and die
A single glance will lead to your demise
The only thing you'll see
The sole thing you will witness
You know it's gonna be
You are aware it will be
The ace of spades
The highest-ranking card of the spades suit
The ace of spades
The highest-ranking card of the spades suit
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