alternative rock band from Lekumberri, Basque Country, from 1994 to 2019. t… Read Full Bio ↴alternative rock band from Lekumberri, Basque Country, from 1994 to 2019. they have released 9 records, with a constant evolution that mixes alternative metal, post-hardcore and amazing indie pop melodies.

Singing in euskera (basque language), Berri Txarrak has become one of the best rock bands within the Spanish State's panorama. Their last two albums, called "Libre©" and "Jaio. Musika. Hil" were praised as best 'Spanish' (here meaning produced in Spain, but not in Spanish language) rock/hardcore albums in 2003 and 2005 by such important magazines as Rock Sound (now Rockzone) or Mondosonoro. "Libre©" featured a guest appearence by Rise Against singer Tim Mc Ilrath.

Berri Txarrak love highly emotive, fresh and energetic songs with clever poethic lyrics not refusing to claim against every kind of injustice around and pro freedom of speech and thought. They have already toured through Germany, USA, UK, Denmark, Spain, Switzerland, Ireland, Nicaragua, Mexico, Catalunya, Taiwan, Japan...

In late 2007, Berri Txarrak released "Zertarako Amestu" (Dream for what?), a documentary on the band's philosophy, tour-diary and recording process in black and white. The DVD also includes a special live show by the band in Gernika (Basque Country). This documentary won the Best Video of the Year Gaztea Award in 2008.

In 2009, they signed up with the label Roadrunner Records and released they last album, Payola, recorded by Steve Albini at the Electrical Audio Studios in Chicago and featuring Tim McIlrath.

In January 2011, Berri Txarrak was nominated for the 10th Annual Independent Music Awards for Best Punk Song for their song "Folklore."
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Berba eta irudia
Berri Txarrak Lyrics

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Ez da inposatzen: gehiengoa da
Ez da kutsatzen: garapena da
Berba ta irudia
Kontrola
Hau da mende berria
mundu zahar batean

Ez al gara konturatzen

egia desitxuratzen
dutela hitzak aldatzen
Interpretazioak eta
intentzioak dira interakzioan

Ez da homofobia: familia da
Ez da tortura: efikazia da

Berba ta irudia
Kontrola
Hau da mende berria
mundu zahar batean

Ez al gara konturatzen
egia desitxuratzen
dutela hitzak aldatzen
Interpretazioak eta
intentzioak dira interakzioan

Berba eta irudia
beharrezko den guztia

Berba eta irudia
gure trajikomedian

Overall Meaning

Berri Txarrak's song Berba eta irudia can be interpreted as a call for reflection on the importance of words and images in our daily lives, and how they shape our interactions with the world. The song emphasizes the power of language and the importance of being aware of the meanings and intentions behind the words we use. In this sense, the song could be seen as an invitation to be more conscious of the impact of our choices of words and images, as they shape the narratives we create for ourselves and for others.

The lyrics highlight the importance of control and development in society, but not through imposition or coercion, but rather through shared understanding and collaboration. The idea is that progress comes not from forcing people to change, but from creating an environment where everyone is encouraged to do better. The song also touches on the idea of interpreting language and intention in communication, emphasizing that the meaning of words can change depending on the perspective of the singer and the listener.

Overall, Berba eta irudia is a call for people to be more aware of the power of words and images in shaping our world, and to seek to use them in a way that promotes growth, collaboration, and understanding.

Line by Line Meaning

Ez da inposatzen: gehiengoa da
Not imposing: it is about the majority

Ez da kutsatzen: garapena da
Not hurting: it is growth

Berba ta irudia
Speech and imagery

Kontrola
Control

Hau da mende berria
This is a new world

mundu zahar batean
in an old world

Ez al gara konturatzen
Aren't we aware?

egia desitxuratzen
truth is diluted

dutela hitzak aldatzen
words have changed their meanings

Interpretazioak eta
Interpretations and

intentzioak dira interakzioan
intentions are in interaction