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.
on BC now - http://andersmanga.bandcamp.com/album/old-haunts
Night of the Long Knives
Anders Manga Lyrics
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I Want You Near Me - I Want You Alone
Wait - I Can't Let You Walk By
Without A Catch of Your Eye - But I'm no one You Know
Night of the Long Knives / I'm Fading - I'm Craving
Night of the Long Knives - I've Waited and
Hey - I Want You to Fracture
I Want You to Capture - I Want it to Show
Wait - I Can't Let You Go On
Without A Face of Your Own - I Want You to Know
Night of the Long Knives / I'm Fading - Craving
Night of the Long Knives - I've Waited and
I'm Right where you Belong
The first verse of Anders Manga's "Night of the Long Knives" expresses the strong desire of the singer for the object of their affection. The singer communicates a sense of urgency and single-minded focus, stating that they want the other person to want them, be near them, and be alone with them. The second verse underscores this urgency, with the singer saying that they cannot let the other person pass by without catching their eye. However, the singer also acknowledges that they are not someone the other person knows, suggesting perhaps that they are strangers or that the singer is not accustomed to assertively pursuing their desires in this way.
The chorus of the song creates a sense of darkness and danger, with the titular "Night of the Long Knives" representing a historical event in which Nazis in Germany in 1934 murdered political rivals and other perceived enemies. Here, it seems to represent a symbolic breaking point for the singer, who is fading and craving the attention of the other person. They have waited for this moment and feel they are finally where they belong, though the sense of danger in the chorus suggests that this feeling may be fleeting or ultimately dangerous.
Overall, the song is a haunting examination of obsession and desire, with the repetition of phrases like "I want you" and "I can't let you" underscoring the intensity of the singer's longing for the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey - I Want You to Want Me
Expressing a strong desire to be desired by the other person
I Want You Near Me - I Want You Alone
The need for the other person's presence without any interference from anyone else
Wait - I Can't Let You Walk By Without A Catch of Your Eye - But I'm no one You Know
Not wanting to miss a chance of connecting with the other person, but acknowledging that they are strangers to each other
Night of the Long Knives / I'm Fading - I'm Craving
Using the metaphor of a historical event to describe their feelings of desperation and longing for the other person
Night of the Long Knives - I've Waited and I'm Right where you Belong
Feeling that they have been patiently waiting for this moment and it is the right time and place for the connection to happen
Hey - I Want You to Fracture I Want You to Capture - I Want it to Show
Expressing the desire to see the other person be vulnerable and open to the possibility of a deeper connection, and wanting to see it manifest in their actions
Wait - I Can't Let You Go On Without A Face of Your Own - I Want You to Know
Not wanting the other person to hide behind a facade, and wanting to truly know them
Night of the Long Knives / I'm Fading - Craving Night of the Long Knives - I've Waited and I'm Right where you Belong
Repeating the chorus to emphasize the intensity of their emotions and how strongly they feel that this is the moment for them to be together
Contributed by Samantha F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@loneronin6813
Given the historical event that the song's title is referencing, it alone was enough for me to check this out and I'm so glad that I did! I just found another musician/group to get into. Thank you to the content creators that posted this. :D
@zergiopiscoya5211
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