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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Kezkak
Berri Txarrak Lyrics

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Artozkira ez da gutunik heltzen
ez eta laguntzarik Afrikara
Armak bai, armak bai zibilizaziotik
lehengai merkearen truke
haurrek irakurtzen ez eta
tiro egiten ikas dezaten
beste ezer baino lehen
beste edozer baino lehen

Kezkak

Herri batzuek
beste herri baten historia ikasten dute
eta herri batzuek
beste herri baten historia idatzi ere bai

Gauez egindako erasoetan
misilek su artifizialak dirudite telebistako pantailan
eta Lizartzako sarreran "herri ilegala" jartzen du
kartel urdinetan

Akordez hesitu ditut nire kezkak
eta erantzunik ez dut,
galderak hamar mila
Kabroi batek egin dezakeen min guztia

Bizi bat daramagu
beste bizi baten bila

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Berri Txarrak's song "Kezkak" address several themes, with the recurring concept of "kezkak" or "worries" running throughout. The opening lines suggest that nothing good can come from war or violence, as it doesn't bring any help to Africa and only leads to the exchange of cheap goods for arms. The next lines highlight the importance of education, with the idea that children should be taught to read before they learn to shoot. The chorus repeats the word "kezkak" several times, effectively hammering home the idea that there are many things in the world that cause us to worry.

The second verse touches on the idea of history, with some nations learning from the past mistakes of others, while others perpetuate violence and injustice. The third and final verse touches on more recent conflicts, with the mention of night-time attacks and explosive missiles being viewed on TV screens. The reference to "herri ilegala" or "illegal village" suggests a place where people may be forced to hide due to the violent actions of others.

Overall, the song encourages listeners to be aware of the world around them and to take action where possible to alleviate suffering and promote peace. It touches on themes of education, history, violence, and hope.

Line by Line Meaning

Artozkira ez da gutunik heltzen
Artozkira doesn't seem to be reaching anyone

ez eta laguntzarik Afrikara
and no help to Africa

Armak bai, armak bai zibilizaziotik
Guns, yes, guns from civilization

lehengai merkearen truke
in exchange for a cheap past

haurrek irakurtzen ez eta
children don't read

tiro egiten ikas dezaten
so that they can learn how to shoot

beste ezer baino lehen
before anything else

beste edozer baino lehen
before anything else

Herri batzuek
Some people

beste herri baten historia ikasten dute
learn the history of another town

eta herri batzuek
and some people