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1) Anasarca is a emotional hardcore band from Washington D.C,USA.
Though their recorded output was a bit on the skimpy side, Anasarca definitely had it’s place in the rise of mathematical emotional hardcore. Blending a complex mix of DC post-punk and hardcore, the seven tracks on ‘Discography’ will appease many a fan of the current crop of “screamo” aficionados, as well as those interested in the progression of the genre of mathematically-diverse hardcore. And while Anasarca may seem to be another in the crop of “new school” core, remembering that the band was doing this some 7 years ago opens ones eyes to the undeniable impact they must have had on those who witnessed their emotional outpouring.
Based in DC, it is only fitting that Anasarca would incorporate the off-kilter song structures of Fugazi and combine it with the fury of metal and hardcore. Relying on complexities, tracks like “Eugene Debs” continue to evolve with each listen; the work and passion that went into these tracks is one of uncompromising dedication. There are few 4/4 time structures, but rather a diverse mix of subtle palmed treble charged guitar atmospherics that give way to thick chords (and accented with high string plucks at each swelling bridge). Strongest track for me was most definitely “Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt”; beginning with straight ahead hardcore and delving into emo and mathematical territories without losing focus amid the clatter. Bands such as this are tough to call for those unfamiliar. Anasarca are not immediately pleasing or catchy. Given that we have since been exposed to the likes of Dillinger Escape Plan, Drowningman and bands of that nature, it is difficult to be immediately be blown away by diverse outings such as this. But when listened to intently, there is much to be savored, and only then does the depth of Anasarca’s work begin to bridge the gap. I did find “Stationary People” to incorporate a modification of the bass line (in pitch, but with the same pluck) to Nirvana’s “Smell’s Like Teen Spirit”, though it represents only a small portion of the 4 plus minute track…But as a whole, there is a vast array of originality represented here that solidifies the devotion those familiar with the band tend to display.
Though only 7 tracks are represented, they are long in composition and ultimately satisfying with the proper dedication to listening. You can’t just hear a band like this, or their depth will fall flat…But if you give Anasarca the same dedication they exhibited in their songwriting, you are sure to feel satisfied with the honesty and complexity that it holds. Not a record worth hearing…a record worth listening. Kudos to Second Nature for recognizing this aspect and giving us a chance to share in the moment. For mathematical emo-philes and complex hardcore lovers…a bit of history that’s worth revisiting.
2) Anasarca (http://www.anasarca.de/) is a death metal band formed in July 1995 in Emden, Germany. Its original members were Heiner (drums) and Michael (Guitar/Vocals) who left their old band Vomiting Corpses right after the release of the Coma (the Spheres of Innocense) album.
One week after Anasarca originally formed, they released their promo tape entitled Condemned Truth, and at that time took on Frank (Guitar) and Chris (Bass), who left their local band Vae Solis. After some more member bouncing in August 1997, Heiner left and Herbert joined due to his insanely fast-paced drum beats. Finally in August 1998, they released their first album entitled Godmachine through Repulse Records.
Again, Anasarca did some member switching - and label switching - and in February 2001 released their second album Moribund through the Danish label puny Music. For this album they did a European tour.
Current Members
Michael Dormann - Guitars, Vocals (since 1995), Bass (since 2001)
Daniel Schneider - Drums (since 2013)
Steffen Parth - Guitars (since 2013)
Michael Ernst - Guitars (since 2013)
Carsten Geerlings - Guitars (since 2013)
Former members
Joshi Wang - Guitars (2003-2013)
Christian Jansen - Bass (1995-2001)
Heiner Saliger - Drums (1995-1997)
Frank Tholen - Guitars (1995-1999)
Herbert Grimm - Drums (1998-2004)
Benjamin Hakbilir - Guitars (2000-2001)
I Will Not Be Broken
Anasarca Lyrics
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Brandish my skin
I believe I'm innocent
Of this sin
The accusation
Of being a coward
Bounces off
My rubber mask
They try to get me
To fall apart
Try to get into my heart.
They circle around me chanting
Wild phrases
They mix me up inside
Vast mazes
But I am not broken.
Words are useless now to me
Action are decisions lost at sea.
I fight with the power to heal wounds
I fight with the hope it will be over soon.
I fight with the will that unbroken win.
I fight with the dagger sticking my skin.
But I will not be broken.
Now they try to take my pride
But all my tears have chosen to hide.
I cannot weep,
I cannot lose hope,
I must fight.
I must fight through the day
I must fight into the faded night.
Daggers of fear
Brandish my skin
I believe I'm innocent
Of this sin
The accusation
Of being a coward
Bounces off
My rubber mask
Just a word
They try to get me
To fall apart
Try to get into my heart.
The lyrics of "I Will Not Be Broken" by Anasarca speak of the struggles of fighting against fear and accusations. The opening lines describe the feeling of fear as daggers brandishing the skin, but the singer believes that they are innocent of the sin they are being accused of. They wear a rubber mask that bounces off accusations of cowardice. The accusers try to get the singer to fall apart and get into their heart, but the singer fights back.
The circle of chanting people around the singer is described as mixing them up inside vast mazes, but despite this, the singer is not broken. Words are useless now, so the singer fights with the power to heal wounds, the hope that it will be over soon, and the will to win unbroken. Even with a dagger stuck in their skin, the singer refuses to be broken.
The last few lines show the singer's determination and resilience. They will not lose hope, cannot weep, and must fight through the day and into the faded night. They still believe they are innocent and that all their tears have chosen to hide. With this strong will, they will not be broken no matter what anyone says or does.
Line by Line Meaning
Daggers of fear
I am confronted by my greatest fears.
Brandish my skin
They are attacking me relentlessly and aggressively.
I believe I'm innocent
I know that I have done nothing wrong.
Of this sin
I am being falsely accused of something.
The accusation
They are trying to blame me for something.
Of being a coward
They are trying to insult me and make me feel weak.
Bounces off
Their attempts to hurt me are not working.
My rubber mask
I am concealing my true emotions and feelings from them.
Just a word
Their insults are meaningless and empty.
They try to get me
They are actively attempting to break me down.
To fall apart
They want me to lose my composure and surrender.
Try to get into my heart.
They are trying to penetrate and manipulate my emotions.
They circle around me chanting
They are attacking me from all angles and with great intensity.
Wild phrases
They are using unpredictable and irrational language to confuse me.
They mix me up inside
They are trying to throw me off balance and make me doubt myself.
Vast mazes
They are leading me down a convoluted and confusing path.
But I am not broken.
I am resilient and will not be defeated by their attacks.
Words are useless now to me
I will not be swayed by their empty and meaningless words.
Action are decisions lost at sea.
Their attempts to influence and control me have failed.
I fight with the power to heal wounds
I have the ability to overcome their attacks and emerge stronger from the experience.
I fight with the hope it will be over soon.
I am determined to persevere and overcome their attacks.
I fight with the will that unbroken win.
My determination and strength will ultimately lead to my victory.
I fight with the dagger sticking my skin.
I am confronting and standing up to the source of their attacks.
But I will not be broken.
I will emerge from this experience stronger and more resilient than before.
Now they try to take my pride
They are attempting to attack and diminish my sense of self-worth.
But all my tears have chosen to hide.
I refuse to give them the satisfaction of seeing my vulnerability and emotions.
I cannot weep,
I will not let their attacks bring me to tears.
I cannot lose hope,
I am determined to maintain my resolve and perseverance.
I must fight.
I will not give up or surrender to their attacks.
I must fight through the day
I will confront and overcome their attacks with constant determination.
I must fight into the faded night.
I will continue to resist and persevere against their attacks, no matter how long it takes.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: BEN HARPER, JASON MOZERSKY, JESSE INGALLS, JORDAN RICHARDSON, KYLE CRUSHAM
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