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
Tuning In Again
Apoptygma Berzerk Lyrics
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I'm tuning in to the frequency of your soul
The lyrics from Apoptygma Berzerk's song "Tuning In Again" are deeply emotional and display the wants and needs of an individual trying to connect with someone else. The song's first line "I'm trying to get through to you" suggests that the singer has been struggling to make a connection with this person and is actively trying to push past whatever barriers may exist. The second line "I'm tuning in to the frequency of your soul" further solidifies this concept by demonstrating that the singer is not just trying to communicate on a surface level but is seeking a deeper, more intimate connection.
These lyrics speak to human vulnerability and the desire for true connection, highlighting the importance of being seen and understood by others. The song is representative of the human experience to seek out meaningful relationships and is a reminder that it takes effort and intentionality to create those connections.
Overall, Apoptygma Berzerk's "Tuning In Again" is a beautiful and emotional song that captures the universal desire for human connection and the vulnerability required to achieve it.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm trying to get through to you
I'm endeavoring to establish a connection with you.
I'm tuning in to the frequency of your soul
I'm adjusting myself to align with your emotional and spiritual vibrations.
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