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
Unminded
Beatsteaks Lyrics
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The Beatsteaks's song "Unminded" tackles the issue of conformity and the pressure of fitting in with a certain crowd. The first verse focuses on the idea that there are people who aspire to be part of a certain group or lifestyle by changing their appearance and blindly following their peers' interests. However, the chorus challenges this idea by stating that true acceptance and respect must be earned by being true to oneself and respecting others' differences. The second verse emphasizes the importance of understanding the values of the crowd that one wants to be a part of, rather than just adopting their aesthetic.
The repetition of the phrase "you're unminded" highlights the theme of being lost in one's own desires to fit in, and the line "is it you in the mirror or someone else?" suggests that some individuals may be unaware of their own identity due to the pressure of conformity. The final line of the chorus, "you suck, you suck!" further emphasizes the negative consequences of conforming without understanding the values of the group.
This song communicates a message of individuality and self-respect, and calls out the dangers of blindly adopting a lifestyle without considering its values. It encourages listeners to be mindful of their own thoughts and values, and to respect and celebrate the differences of others.
Line by Line Meaning
You think you could be one of them, you listen supposed the same shit.
You believe that by conforming and following the same trends as others, you can fit in and be a part of the group without distinguishing yourself.
You think new clothes can change your life and that's enough to be a part of it.
You believe that your external appearance solely determines your self-worth and social status.
But there is something you've forgot or something you've misunderstood. It turns around about how you think, not round how you look.
You have failed to comprehend that true acceptance and respect comes from individuality of thought and not just outward appearances.
You're unminded, is it you in the mirror or someone else?
You lack an open mind and your true identity may be lost as you strive to conform to the ideals of a group.
You think we must respect you, respect you how you are.
You demand respect from others but fail to reciprocate that respect and acceptance of differing perspectives.
You foremost must respect each other, though he doesn't think like you and if you ain't got it yet, what it's all about, I have one thing that I must tell you: you suck, you suck!
It is important to respect and appreciate individuals regardless of their beliefs or opinions, and failure to do so results in a negative self-image.
You're unminded, is it you in the mirror or someone else?
Your lack of open-mindedness causes you to doubt your own identity, as it becomes increasingly malleable to the demands of others.
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