After the release of their first album 48/49 (1996) Steffi left the band and was replaced by Thomas Götz.
Ali left the band after they released their second album Launched (1999) and so Torsten Scholz became the new bass player.
Their first album was released on "XNO", an Indie label from berlin. "Launched" and Living Targets (2002), were both released on "Epitaph". Since their fourth album Smacksmash (2004) they are signed by the major label "Warner". In 2006 they released their first DVD, "B-Seite", and their new album ".limbo messiah" was released in March 2007.
Furhtermore, they released a Demo CD in 1995, the very rare 7'' vinyl "Knaack EP" (1997) and the limited "Wohnzimmer EP" (2002).
While their first two albums were influenced by punk rock, the roots of the later records lie within the rock/alternative genre
With the release of their song "Let Me In" from the album "Living Targets" they became famous in the national and international rock scene. With their album "Smacksmash" and it's singles "Hand in Hand", "I don't care as long as you sing" and "Hello Joe" but also with their new album-tracks, "Cut off the top", "Jane became insane" and "She was great" they entered the german charts and got their national breakthrough.
Drummer Thomas Götz is also involved in a project, called "NinaMarie", with "Torben" from the german Punk Band "Turbostaat"
Their sixth album entitled " Boombox" released January 28th 2011 and it's three singles, "Milk & Honey", Cheap Comments", and "Automatic". Their self titled album Beatsteaks released 2014 and three years laters YOURS was published.
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1997: 48/49
2000: Launched
2002: Living Targets
2004: Smack Smash
2007: Limbo Messiah
2011: Boombox
2014: Beatsteaks
2017: YOURS
Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll
Beatsteaks Lyrics
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vorderer Platz 49
Zum 3. Mal dabei, bitte nicht mehr wieder wählen.,
Und sie, ja sie, werden heute für sie wieder Schluss machen.
Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll
Die ist ein deutschsprachiges Lied,
Weil das ja momentan so zieht.
Doch uns bleibt langsam keine Wahl.
Denn die Musik, die uns gefällt,
Bringt mächtig Spaß, doch wenig Geld.
Zu wenig, tja, die Zeit war toll,
Doch jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll.
(Hmmm, jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!)
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Doch bitte kommt nicht zum Konzert
Bur weil ihr dieses Lied hier hört.
Die kluge Band von heut' denkt mit
Und spielt erst ganz zum Schluss den Hit.
Den ganzen Abend steh'n im Saal
Und dieser Lärm, der wär' 'ne Qual.
Wir denken auch das Maß ist voll,
Deswegen Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll.
(Deswegen Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!)
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Das Maß ist voll
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
Jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll!
The song "Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll" by Beatsteaks is about the band's decision to stop playing rock and roll and move on to a different style of music. The lyrics tell the story of a band that has been playing for a while, but is tired of the constant noise and lack of financial gain that comes with playing rock and roll. The first verse mentions a band who has been playing for a while and is now asking its fans to stop voting for them to play. It then goes on to say that "they" will be ending their set with the song, "Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll." The second verse discusses the band's desire to go international, but they feel that their music doesn't get enough financial support. The chorus then repeats the statement, "Now it's over with Rock'n'Roll!" to emphasize the point that they're moving on.
The song is an introspective look at the life of a rock and roll band, and their decision to move on to a different genre. It is a commentary on the struggles that come with being a musician and trying to make a living from music. The lyrics are delivered with a catchy melody and driving beat, which makes for an enjoyable listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Mit der Startnummer 48, vorderer Platz 49
We are trying to make a name for ourselves in the music industry by participating in events and competitions, but are struggling to stand out and make it big.
Zum 3. Mal dabei, bitte nicht mehr wieder wählen.
Even though we have already participated in this competition twice before, we are still asking the judges to give us another chance and not eliminate us.
Und sie, ja sie, werden heute für sie wieder Schluss machen.
The judges are going to eliminate us from the competition today, putting an end to our dreams of becoming successful in the music industry.
Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll
We are frustrated with the lack of success and financial stability that comes with being a musician, so we are giving up on our dreams and quitting the industry.
Die ist ein deutschsprachiges Lied,
This song is in German, which is the language we are most comfortable writing and singing in.
Weil das ja momentan so zieht.
German music is currently popular and trendy, so we are sticking to what is working for us.
Wir wär'n gern' international,
Although we would like to expand our fanbase globally, it is becoming more difficult to do so.
Doch uns bleibt langsam keine Wahl.
We are running out of options and opportunities to become successful internationally.
Denn die Musik, die uns gefällt,
We enjoy playing the type of music that we make, but unfortunately it is not as popular or profitable as we would like it to be.
Bringt mächtig Spaß, doch wenig Geld.
We have a lot of fun playing music, but it is not bringing in enough money to sustain ourselves financially.
Zu wenig, tja, die Zeit war toll,
Although we have enjoyed pursuing music as a career, we are disappointed with the lack of success and financial stability it has provided us with.
Doch jetzt ist Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll.
We are officially quitting the music industry and putting an end to our pursuit of a career in music.
Das Maß ist voll
We have reached our breaking point and can no longer handle the struggles that come with being a musician.
Doch bitte kommt nicht zum Konzert
Although we have decided to quit music, we still do not want our fans to waste their time and money coming to see us perform live anymore.
Bur weil ihr dieses Lied hier hört.
Just because you like this particular song does not mean we want you to come see us perform live again.
Die kluge Band von heut' denkt mit
We are being smart and practical by quitting the music industry before it completely ruins us financially and emotionally.
Und spielt erst ganz zum Schluss den Hit.
If we do play at another concert, we will save our most popular and well-known song for the end to keep our fans entertained.
Den ganzen Abend steh'n im Saal
We do not want to force our fans to stand in a loud and crowded venue for the entire concert, which is why we have decided to quit music altogether.
Und dieser Lärm, der wär' 'ne Qual.
The loud and chaotic environment of a concert can be overwhelming and uncomfortable for some people, which is why we are putting an end to our live performances.
Wir denken auch das Maß ist voll,
We have decided to quit music because we have had enough of the struggles and lack of success that comes with being a musician.
Deswegen Schluss mit Rock'n'Roll.
We are officially quitting the music industry and putting an end to our pursuit of a career in music.
Contributed by Reagan T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.