“Balayashi”, the ensemble’s first outing becomes the best selling EP in Lisbon since then, bringing Ary’s strong bass pulses into the fold.
The collective incarnates their first outfit skins and aided by aboriginal instrument didgeridoo, spread their surprising chemistry throughout the stages of the university circuit and major festivals turning songs like “Atom Bride Theme” into expressions of pure energy.
In 1999 The debut album, “Plasma”, is acclaimed by both public and critics as one of the most original records ever made on Portuguese soil and the northern European, Klezmer inspired piece, “Karkov”, becomes a huge success amongst fans that flock to witness Blasted Mechanism’s second mutation.
By 2000, in the “Mix00” cd, these strange mutants, aided by Brazilian drummer Fred Stone’s weighty and frantic rhythms, melt electronics and tribalism into a unique sound. This aural concept sets the basis for the following album, “Namaste”, which becomes a sales and critical success and makes it to the Portuguese tops; “Are you ready” is considered one of the best Portuguese videos and Blasted Mechanism are nominated for MTV’s best Portuguese act thus catapulting the band, joined by Zymon, The Cosmic guitarist, multi-intrumentalist and player of the Indian sitar, and their third visual metamorphosis to ever larger audiences including the first shows in England, Germany, Holland, Switzerland, Italy, Check republic, Luxembourg and Mexico.
In 2005 the messianic album “Avatara” in which the bend presents itself in a Mexican supernatural alebrijes influenced physiological form becomes a number one gold disc on the Portuguese sales charts.
The two Valdjiu directed videos “Blasted Empire”, filmed in exotic Morocco and “Sun goes down”, which gets to number one on Portugal’s MTV hot list, get Blasted Mechanism nominated for best Portuguese act on MTVE awards once more.
With this new successful record, and perfected by percussionist Winga holder of extensive knowledge of traditional Africa the bend consolidates itself as a top act in its home country.
Throughout 2006 the band ritualises recording sessions for the following album, “Sound in light”, which, once inserted on a computer, provides the download of a second free cd “Light in sound”. This Theosophical magical celebration, released in 2007, gets critical and public acclaim and gets to nº2 in the national charts. With a new album comes a new image and Blasted Mechanism reveal themselves in a regal look that mixes mysticism, ancient cultures, technology and inner magnetism.
Throughout the years Blasted Mechanism have shared the stage with: Rage Against the Machine, Moby, Marylin Manson, Nick Cave, Beck, The Prodigy, Fantomas, Chemical Brothers, Patrice, Gentleman, System of a down, Asian dub foundation, amongst many others.
In 2008, with a new member, Guitshu, the band conjures a powerful multi-dimensional concept that will be released on 2009.
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All the Way
Blasted Mechanism Lyrics
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The plan is going all the way
I've got nothing to pay
But I plan on going all the way
I've got plans for the game
The plan is get you going all the way
Cause I've got something to say
I plan on going all the way
I've got new plans and I'm a culprit
Keep the secret semi-piercing through the membrane
Break the mirror through the window
Drop the needle, stepping higher every minute
Got no reason to surrender
Put ideas in this splendour
Grab a armor, make it tender
You're the protector, you're the defender
I've got plans for today
The plan is going all the way
I've got nothing to pay
But I plan on going all the way
It's on my time of pray
I pray for going all the way
I've got something to say
I'm gonna get you all the way
Unite your brothers, unite your tribes
Unite yourselves, yeah just tonight
Unite the sun, unite the child
Unite in one, unite and fly
Unite the sound, unite the light
Unite in truth, unite and fight
Unite your world, unite tonight
Unite yourselves, yeah just tonight
I've got something to say
I plan on going all the way
Yes, I've got something to pray for
I pray for going all the way
See, I've got plans for today
The plan is get you going all the way
I've got something to say
I'm gonna get you all the way
Unite your brothers, unite your tribes
Unite yourselves, yeah just tonight
Unite the sun, unite the child
Unite in one, unite and fly
Unite the sound, unite the light
Unite in truth, unite and fight
Unite your world, unite tonight
Unite yourselves, yeah just tonight
I'm gonna get you all the way
Cause I've got plans for today
I plan on going all the way
It's on my time of pray
I pray for going all the way
Yes I've got something to say
I'm gonna get you all the way
The lyrics to Blasted Mechanism's song "All the Way" express a determination to pursue a goal with everything one has. The singer has plans and intends to carry them out, no matter the cost. They are not deterred even by having nothing to pay, and their purpose is to "get you going all the way." The song speaks of uniting people, tribes, and even the sun and the child, urging them to come together and "unite in one, unite and fly." The repetition of this theme emphasizes the song's message of communal success and empowerment.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got plans for today
I have made plans for today
The plan is going all the way
My plan involves accomplishing everything I set out to do
I've got nothing to pay
I do not have any money to spend
But I plan on going all the way
Despite having no money, I still intend to fully realize my plan
I've got plans for the game
I have strategies in mind to ensure success
The plan is get you going all the way
My plan involves motivating and inspiring others to join me in fully realizing our goals
Cause I've got something to say
I am driven to express myself
I plan on going all the way
I am committed to fully realizing my goals
I've got new plans and I'm a culprit
I have devised fresh strategies, and I am the one responsible for implementing them
Keep the secret semi-piercing through the membrane
I am keeping my plans relatively concealed, yet they are strong enough that they are manifesting in my thoughts
Break the mirror through the window
I am rejecting illusions and am keen to learn the truth by breaking down barriers
Drop the needle, stepping higher every minute
I am making rapid progress and am improving myself continuously
Got no reason to surrender
I am resolute in my determination and have no intention of giving up
Put ideas in this splendour
I am channeling my creativity and innovation to great effect
Grab a armor, make it tender
I am equipping myself with strength and resilience, yet still possess sensitivity and empathy
You're the protector, you're the defender
I am inviting others to join me in being guardians and champions of ourselves and of those around us
It's on my time of pray
I am dedicating a specific time to systematically connect with spirituality
I pray for going all the way
I am seeking divine aid in realizing my plans to the fullest
See, I've got plans for today
I am excited to execute my plans for the day
The plan is get you going all the way
I hope to convince and empower others to fully realize their own goals and aspirations
I'm gonna get you all the way
I am confident in my abilities to help others achieve everything they set out to accomplish
Unite your brothers, unite your tribes
I am encouraging everyone to come together and unite with those who share their cultural or social identity
Unite yourselves, yeah just tonight
For tonight, we can forget our differences and come together on common ground
Unite the sun, unite the child
We can unify both the powerful and vulnerable, so that nobody is left behind
Unite in one, unite and fly
Together, we can transcend our limitations and soar to new heights
Unite the sound, unite the light
Let us inculcate a shared vision of hope and joy that can be manifested in our voice and actions
Unite in truth, unite and fight
Our strength lies in our commitment to the truth and our willingness to stand up for it
Unite your world, unite tonight
For one night, let us all come together as one planet and one people
I'm gonna get you all the way
I am determined to be a catalyst for positive change in everyone's lives
It's on my time of pray
I am reiterating my commitment to spirituality and the divine during my prayers
Yes, I've got something to say
I will not remain silent, but will speak out for what I believe and will inspire others to do the same
Contributed by Sadie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.