His music has been described as a blend of gothic rock, industrial, metal, EBM and 80’s influences into a modern, melodic electro-rock sound. Some reviewers have described it as “Gothtronica” while Anders simply refers to it as “Electronic Rock”.
Regardless of the genre you wish to classify his music, the listeners continue to grow worldwide on a daily basis. In 2007 Anders was nominated for “Band of the Year” by Gothic Beauty Magazine readers alongside Lacuna Coil, Skinny Puppy, and an artist he lists as one of his earliest influences, Gary Numan.
Over the last few years, his fan base has crossed over into the horror film genre, where he has contributed music to over 12 films. The Horror network, FearNet.com referred to Anders’ work as “wickedly inventive” while Pseudopod.org, the world’s premier horror fiction podcast has used Anders’ "Bloodletting On the Kiss” as their show opening for the past 4 years.
Anders has performed at many festivals and dark music events such as Convergence, The Ann Rice Halloween Ball, Black Sun Festival, Goth Stock, Eccentric Festival, Cirque Macabre, Bar Sinister and multiple performances at the infamous “Dracula’s Ball” event in Philadelphia.
In 2008, Anders’ single, “There Will Be Blood” climbed to the top 20 of the German Alternative Music (or DAC) Charts, which prompted him to pursue more opportunities outside the USA. In 2009, he signed with Danse Macabre Records in Europe. His first official worldwide release “Infinite Gaze to the Sun” is expected to be released in January of 2010.
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49 Snakes
Anders Manga Lyrics
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Your Pipe Frees Your Mind of Everything I've Said
Four Walls of Hell Back to Being Alone
Shine Your Boots and Fill Your Glass for a New Reality
Who'll Be Your Love tonight at the local festivities
Four Walls of Hell the notion cannot be wrong
your heart's in ruin and you can't get it back
open fire with a smile kill yourself a little while
blood is spilling while your lovers fill your desires
turn on everyone with poison in your veins
leave yourself vulnerable while the vultures eat your brains
they come with a loving smile and the bite of 49 snakes
nightmares back again voices in your bed
you start to free your mind when the paranoia sets in
four walls of hell this notion cannot be wrong
it's a flesh filled carnival playing field for animals
where you don't have to care anymore
'till the morning sheds it's light and the fire that once burned so bright
has burned out and slammed the door
The lyrics to Anders Manga's "49 Snakes" paint a picture of someone who is struggling with nightmares, paranoia, and a general feeling of being stuck in a hellish existence. The first verse describes how the singer's words are not being heard, and they feel isolated and alone. The second verse suggests a desire to escape from reality or perhaps find comfort in someone else. However, the notion that the four walls of hell cannot be wrong suggests a deep-seated hopelessness.
The chorus describes someone who is living on the edge, but despite their pain and suffering, they are unable to break free from their destructive habits. They turn to poison and allow themselves to be vulnerable, even when they know it's dangerous. The imagery of vultures eating their brains highlights the sense of being consumed or destroyed by their own desires. The final line in this verse, "they come with a loving smile and the bite of 49 snakes," is particularly powerful. It suggests that even when someone seems to be offering help or love, they may have ulterior motives and ultimately be just as dangerous as the singer's own demons.
The final verse provides a sense of resignation. The singer has given up caring and is participating in a "flesh-filled carnival playing field for animals." They are numb to the pain and suffering they are causing themselves and others. However, as the morning comes, they are left alone, with the fire that once burned bright now extinguished. The final line, "has burned out and slammed the door," suggests a definitive ending or finality to the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Nightmares Back Again Voices in Your Head
You're haunted by nightmares and hear strange voices in your head.
Your Pipe Frees Your Mind of Everything I've Said
When you smoke, you forget everything I've told you earlier.
Four Walls of Hell Back to Being Alone
You're trapped in a living hell, and feel the isolation more than ever.
Shine Your Boots and Fill Your Glass for a New Reality
Prepare yourself for a new experience by getting ready and drinking up.
Who'll Be Your Love tonight at the local festivities
Find someone to love and spend time with at the party.
Four Walls of Hell the notion cannot be wrong
The idea of being trapped in a hellish situation is undeniable.
While You're Living on the edge of the tracks
You're barely surviving and living dangerously.
your heart's in ruin and you can't get it back
Your heart is shattered and you're unable to fix it.
open fire with a smile kill yourself a little while
You're smiling while self-destructing internally.
blood is spilling while your lovers fill your desires
Your lovers are satisfying your desires, but it's costing you something.
turn on everyone with poison in your veins
You're turning on everyone with your venomous attitude.
leave yourself vulnerable while the vultures eat your brains
You're leaving yourself defenseless while others take advantage of you.
they come with a loving smile and the bite of 49 snakes
They may seem friendly, but they're actually dangerous and treacherous.
nightmares back again voices in your bed
You're experiencing more nightmares and hearing strange voices while in bed.
you start to free your mind when the paranoia sets in
You begin to feel relief when you're paranoid and suspicious.
four walls of hell this notion cannot be wrong
You cannot deny the fact that you're trapped in a living nightmare.
it's a flesh filled carnival playing field for animals
The world can seem like a wild carnival, but it's full of selfish and ruthless people.
where you don't have to care anymore
You can stop caring and become indifferent.
'till the morning sheds it's light and the fire that once burned so bright has burned out and slammed the door
The day comes, the passion fades away, and the opportunity is lost forever.
Contributed by Isaac L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.