In 1989, Stephan Groth and Jon Erik Martinsen formed Apoptygma Berzerk in Norway. They wrote several songs, one of them "Ashes To Ashes" would later be released as a 12" single on the Norwegian label Tatra Productions in 1991. Martinsen left the band shortly afterwards feeling uncomfortable with the direction of the band's music. Since then the band had many lineup changes, Groth being the only constant members.
Stephan Groth claims that the band name was randomly picked out of a dictionary. Apoptygma is an old Greek word for the fold of a woman's garment. Technically the 'y' ought to be pronounced like a long 'u', but the band's name is commonly pronounced a-pop-TIG-ma or a-pop-TEEG-ma.
Apoptygma Berzerk released six studio albums so far: Soli Deo Gloria in 1993, 7 in 1996, Welcome To Earth in 2000, Harmonizer in 2002, You and Me Against the World in 2005, and Rocket Science in 2009.
The first two albums, Soli Deo Gloria and 7 were a similar style of synthpop and EBM. Welcome to Earth featured an evolved EBM/synthpop sound. Harmonizer featured a softer, more synthpop-oriented direction. You and Me Against the World represented an almost complete change in style for the band, from EBM to indie rock-oriented sound. Rocket Science continued the rock-oriented direction of their sound.
They also released three compilations (The Apopcalyptic Manifesto in 1998, The Singles Collection in 2003 , Sonic Diary in 2006), three live albums (APBL98 in 1999, APBL2000 in 2001, Imagine There's No Lennon in 2010) and three live DVDs (APBL2000 in 2001, The Harmonizer DVD in 2004, Imagine There's No Lennon in 2010).
In total, the band issued six EPs: Victims of Mutilation in 1990, The 2nd Manifesto in 1992, Mourn EP in 1997, Unicorn EP in 2004, Black EP in 2006, and Green Queen in 2009.
List of former band members:
Jon Erik Martensen: keyboards (1989)
Per Aksel Lundgreen: keyboards/manager (1991–1994)
Anders Odden: guitars (1992-1999)
Geir Bratland: keyboards/backing vocals (1995-2009)
Fredrik Darum: producer/live guitarist (1999–2001)
Ted Skogmann: drums and guitar (1999–2002)
Fredrik Brarud: drums (2002-2009)
Audun Stengel (Angel): guitars (2002-2009)
Anders Odden: guitars (2003-2006)
Official site: http://www.apoptygmaberzerk.de
Love To Blame
Apoptygma Berzerk Lyrics
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Still our hearts kept on burning
We've gone right, we've gone straight
And ended up far - out
we've reaped the fruits of deception
Opened the doors of perception
And burned down all the bridges
Chours:
When will you be whole again ?
We've both been down that road
Going nowhere
Still you ask is love to blame ?
when will you be whole again ?
We've both been down that road
Going nowhere
Still you ask is love to blame ?
We've gone a long way while learning
Still our hearts kept on burning
We've gone right, we've gone straight
And ended up far - out
we've reaped the fruits of deception
Opened the doors of perception
And burned down all the bridges
We came across
Chours:
When will you be whole again ?
We've both been down that road
Going nowhere
Still you ask is love to blame ?
when will you be whole again ?
We've both been down that road
Going nowhere
Still you ask is love to blame ?
( Solo )
Chours:
When will you be whole again ?
We've both been down that road
Going nowhere
Still you ask is love to blame ?
when will you be whole again ?
We've both been down that road
Going nowhere
Still you ask is love to blame ?
The lyrics of Apoptygma Berzerk's song Love To Blame describe the journey of two individuals who have been through a lot together, but have still managed to keep their hearts burning with passion. They have traveled far and wide, often losing their way and coming across obstacles that have forced them to burn their bridges and start over. Despite all this, they still wonder whether love is to blame for their struggles.
The lines "We've gone a long way while learning/Still our hearts kept on burning" suggest that the two individuals have been through a lot, but their love for each other has kept them going. However, as they journey through life, they come across deception and are forced to change their perception of things. This is represented by the line "We've reaped the fruits of deception/Opened the doors of perception." It is interesting to note that the lyrics don't explicitly state what this deception is, leaving it up to the listener's interpretation.
The chorus of the song repeatedly asks the question "When will you be whole again?" This suggests that the two individuals have been broken in some way, and are struggling to find their way back to each other. The question "Still you ask is love to blame?" shows that they are questioning whether their struggles are a result of their love for each other. This internal conflict is further highlighted by the line "Going nowhere," suggesting that they are stuck and unable to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
We've gone a long way while learning
Despite the challenges we faced, we have made progress and gained knowledge.
Still our hearts kept on burning
Our passion for our path has not diminished over time.
We've gone right, we've gone straight
We have taken a direct approach to our journey.
And ended up far - out
Our path has led us far from where we started.
We've reaped the fruits of deception
We have experienced the consequences of dishonesty and betrayal.
Opened the doors of perception
We have gained a new understanding of the world around us.
And burned down all the bridges we came across
We have destroyed connections to our past that no longer serve us.
When will you be whole again ?
The artist questions when their loved one will feel complete.
We've both been down that road
The artist and their loved one have shared similar experiences.
Going nowhere
Despite their efforts, they have not made progress towards their goals.
Still you ask is love to blame ?
The singer's loved one questions if their relationship is the cause of their lack of progress.
( Solo )
Instrumental interlude.
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Written by: Joseph Grushecky
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Covenant: synthesize me
Project pitchfork: Rain
Funker Vogt: dissappoint (based on real shit)
Wolfensheim: German and English songs...so...
Front line assembly.
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@TasteitTV
APOP is copying no one, they are who they are, they don't need to copy anyone. These are some of the most genuine, true artists I have ever had the chance to talk to and listen to. Whatever music they produce will be their own, from their heart.
@tompatriot12
I immediately liked this music enough to buy most of their songs on CD after viewing the end credits of Adrift: Open Water 2! Terrific sound and great lyrics. I wish I had heard them sooner. One of my fave bands now...
@nanak3976
tompatriot12 I was watching that movie and I had no idea of its name, I listened to this song and I liked it automatically, I was wondering the name of the movie, thank you
@alihockaday1175
I wish I could roll back to 2006 again.. :c
@dcadiz7032
Krewl Wolf me too
@dennislyons7158
I wish I could roll back to 1976 again and know everything I know now... Id have to write down some lottery numbers before I took off!! First thing Id do when I got back would be to buy a bad ass car!!!!
@wiktoriamiler6960
me too...
@bw8623
hi from 2020, we wanna roll back even more now
@davidabadm
@B W hi from 2022 haha
@limpicatto
This is my favorite song from this album.