1. German indie roc… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 5 artists that go by "Blackmail"
1. German indie rock band
2. New York City funk/rock band
3. Greek neo-psychedelic rock band
4. Swedish hard rock/prog rock band
5. Detroit Ghettorock/hard rock/funk band
6. Hardcore Punk band from Sofia, Bulgaria
7. Hungarian Crust-Punk band.
1.) Blackmail is a German indie rock band from Koblenz, Germany which was started briefly in 1994 by singer Aydo Abay, brothers Kurt Ebelhäuser (lead guitars) and Carlos Ebelhäuser (bass) and drummer Mario Matthias. Their style of music usually varied, but mainly consisted of the indie rock genre which was combined with experimentation of electronic music, progressive rock, alternative rock and dance. They have been known for their harsh and high-pitched guitar melodies. Singer Aydo Abay left the band in late 2008 to be replaced by Mathias Reetz.
2.) There is also a band from New York City named Blackmail, they play funky rock tunes. They are made up of Max P (The Dazzler) - Lead Vocs, Morgan Z - Keytar / Geetar / Drum-Pad / Vocoder, Pablo- Drums, Solomon - Bass.
3.) A greek neo-psychedelic rock band created by the leader guitarist from The Last Drive Yiorgo Karanikola.
4.) Blackmail was a hard rock/progressive heavy metal band from Gothenburg, Sweden that formed in 1992.
Last known line-up:
Danne Lundsbye - drums
Jens Lundsbye - bass, vocals
Robert Alsterlind - guitar, lead vocals
They appeared in:
Rockslaget 1994 Compilation (1994)
and released
Schizophrenic EP, 1994
A Female Impersonator EP, 1996
5.) BLACKMAIL serving up a Lethal Dose of Funk-Infested bluesy/hard rock from the motor city!!!. The band formed in 2006 after a few informal basement jams on some Hendrix,U2 and Alice in Chains. Working up a set of original material the band set upon gigging hard and developing a local following. At the bands frequent Detroit area club apperances Ghettorock jams like Clown of life, 2lonely and Justify have crowds headbanging, dancing and moshin often within the same song. Blackmail is anchored by the "THUNDERING" Bass of Akmed ELshabazz and the "Hard Funk-Filled" drumming of Doug Austin. It lays a heavy groove for guitarist Mike Brooks to provide some Atomic Blues riffs.The Blackmail Groove is topped off with the Soulful and Charismatic Vocals of Frontman Kalonji Maayassa. The bands 1st CD has already gotten airplay on both of Detroits top Rock Stations. The future is looking Bright for Blackmail and thier of brand of Ghettorock. http://www.myspace.com/blackmailtheband
Kalonji Mayaasa-Vocals / Mike Brooks -Guitar / Akmed "El" ELShabazz -Bass / Doug Austin-drums
7.) Blackmail is a hungarian crust-punk band with members from Human Error, Gyalázat, Freedom Is A Lie, etc.
https://www.facebook.com/blackmailcrust
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XR0aU_ud_o
Members:
Dr. Slayer - 4 strings
Toto - d-beat
Fefe - 6 strings
Sanya - 6 Strings
Robi - throat
Splinter
Blackmail Lyrics
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we were friends out of reach in the past
but however i'm losing your face in my head
dare all you can
you can't lose, because you've been spared to get used
now you're living all over the edges of all senses
i close my x-ray eyes
i knew it all before but the cut never came
crawling on the floor while the hit was acclaimed
it doesn't mean that you like to be on my knees in a squeeze
i'm falling out too deep, but i'm stuck to the lane
like any other creep that is shot all in vain
now i'll take a rest till you call my name
i close my x-ray eyes
can't stare at all the spies
i've seen this all before
i've seen it all before
sweer as a gift we were friends
as seen in the past but nobody has carried the claim
the story that i tell is a story i was told
i will stand beneath while you dig your own hole
just try to focus on what you really need
In "Splinter," the singer addresses a former friend or acquaintance who they feel has betrayed them. The song begins by acknowledging the distance between the two individuals, noting that they were once friends but are now out of reach. The singer then laments how they are losing the other person's face in their head. It becomes clear that the singer is disappointed and hurt by the other's actions, but the person seems to be unmoved or unbothered because they've been "spared to get used." The other person is living on the "edges of all senses," which could suggest recklessness or indulgence.
The second verse continues with the singer recognizing that they've seen this pattern before. They knew what was going to happen but the pain is still intense. They describe feeling like they're crawling on the floor while the other person is basking in their success. Even though the singer is in emotional pain, they don't want to be on their knees or grovel for attention. They feel like they're falling too deep but they can't escape their current situation. The last line suggests a sense of resignation or acceptance, as if the singer is content with waiting until the other person reaches out to them.
Overall, "Splinter" is a reflection of a broken friendship or relationship, where one person feels let down by the other's actions. The singer acknowledges their pain and disappointment but doesn't seem interested in explicitly blaming or punishing the other person. Instead, they encourage the other person to try and focus on what they really need, suggesting that they may have strayed from their true desires.
Line by Line Meaning
stay cement feet
Stand firm and unyielding
we were friends out of reach in the past
We were once friends, but now too far apart to reconnect
but however i'm losing your face in my head
Despite the distance, I can't shake the memory of your face
dare all you can
Do all you are capable of, take risks
you can't lose, because you've been spared to get used
You have been given a second chance, so use it wisely
now you're living all over the edges of all senses
You are living beyond the boundaries of what is known
i close my x-ray eyes
I shut out all distractions and focus inward
i've seen that all before
I have witnessed this situation previously
i knew it all before but the cut never came
I anticipated the betrayal, but was still hurt by it
crawling on the floor while the hit was acclaimed
I was powerless and humiliated while others celebrated my downfall
it doesn't mean that you like to be on my knees in a squeeze
I don't enjoy being in a vulnerable position
i'm falling out too deep, but i'm stuck to the lane
I am in over my head, but remain committed
like any other creep that is shot all in vain
Like others who have failed before me
now i'll take a rest till you call my name
I will wait until I am needed again
can't stare at all the spies
I am unable to trust those watching me
sweer as a gift we were friends
Our friendship was once a precious thing
as seen in the past but nobody has carried the claim
Although our friendship existed, it was not strong enough to last
the story that i tell is a story i was told
I am simply repeating what I have heard
i will stand beneath while you dig your own hole
I will wait for you to make a mistake, and then take advantage of it
just try to focus on what you really need
Don't be distracted by superficial wants, prioritize what is truly important
Contributed by Charlotte D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.