“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.
More info can be found at www.blastedmechanism.com or www.reverbnation.com/blastedmechanism
Higher Than Paradise
Blasted Mechanism Lyrics
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Facing the south winds
Never again will the fear break
My holly restful sleep
I see now the sword
Of our saviour mighty lord
I say now the words
That will lead our minds to paradise
Never again will I lay my head
Facing the north winds
And never again will the fear break
My holly restful sleep
I see now the sword
Of our saviour mighty lord
I say now the words
That conduct our minds to paradise
To paradise, to paradise, to paradise
Never, never, never again will I lay my head
Facing the south winds
Never again will the fear break
My holly restful sleep
I see now the sword
Of our saviour mighty lord
I say now the words
That conduct our minds to paradise
To paradise, to paradise
You're a gun in our hands
But they still don't understand
And you're a gun in our hands
But they still don't understand
So come and pay a tribute
Come and check with your own eyes
If you trust in this love
This protection will save you
Come upon you, come upon you
Come upon you, come upon you
We'll reach the skies
We'll reach the skies
Higher than paradise
Higher than paradise
The lyrics to Blasted Mechanism's "Higher Than Paradise" evoke a sense of strength and determination. The singer declares that they will never again lay their head facing the south winds, which symbolize fear and uncertainty. They have found the sword of their savior, who will guide them to paradise. This repetition of "never again" reinforces the idea that the singer is done with fear and weakness, and is ready to move forward with faith and confidence.
The second stanza repeats this sentiment, but this time the singer will never again lay their head facing the north winds. This suggests that the singer has completely overcome their fear, and is now reaching for the skies. The repetition of "to paradise" at the end of each stanza strengthens the idea that paradise is their end goal, and that they are determined to reach it no matter what obstacles they may face.
The final two stanzas make reference to a gun in our hands, which may represent power or control. However, the fact that "they still don't understand" suggests that this power may be misunderstood or not respected. The singer invites listeners to come and witness their love and protection, which will ultimately save them and take them higher than paradise.
Some possible interpretations of this song might include finding faith or strength in the face of adversity, overcoming fears, or discovering inner power. The repetitive structure of the lyrics and the use of metaphorical language create a sense of unity and determination among the song's listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Never again will I lay my head Facing the south winds
I will never face the challenges that come my way again.
Never again will the fear break My holly restful sleep
I will no longer be afraid of anything at night that might disrupt my peaceful sleep.
I see now the sword Of our saviour mighty lord
I have realized the power of the weapon that my savior holds, which he will use to protect and defend us.
I say now the words That will lead our minds to paradise
I have spoken the words that will guide us to our happy place.
To paradise, to paradise
Our destination is paradise, which will fill us with awe and wonder.
Never again will I lay my head Facing the north winds
I will not shy away from the challenges that come my way.
That conduct our minds to paradise
My words will guide our minds towards paradise.
You're a gun in our hands But they still don't understand
Our protector is like a powerful weapon in our hands, but others do not realize its true value.
Come and pay a tribute Come and check with your own eyes If you trust in this love This protection will save you Come upon you, come upon you Come upon you, come upon you
If you come and witness this love and trust it, then you will be saved and protected.
We'll reach the skies We'll reach the skies Higher than paradise Higher than paradise
We will surpass all limitations and reach greater heights than what we thought was paradise.
Contributed by Christian C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Pedro Leal
Boas memòrias...O Karkov ,o Vald'ju,o Ary,o Fred,o DB e eu. Acontece que toco a bateria (em metal) e a guitarra nesta faixa . O video ,acho que foi um fâ que fez a montagem,e toda gente està de acordo que fica mesmo bem. Obrigado a todos que apreciam *<{:°)
Hugo Silva
Terá sido um previlegio!
rui santos
clap clap clap clap /\ ganda trabalho Neotenik... aliaste bem essas imagens magnificas com a musica perfeita para elas... perfect!!! Blasted Mechanism - Higher than Paradise - Namaste (2003)... buy it and enjoy the blasted universe...
Eduardo Francisco Louro Marques
Simplesmente a melhor música Blasted Mechanism. Albúm Namaste, o 2º melhor para mim. A minha 2ª favorita é a Nazka, álbum Plasma (este sim, o melhor álbum BM)
Drevilrodrigues
uma birlhante musica, de um brilhante album de uma brilhante banda, Higher than paradise do Namaste nada melhor para evocar o planeta que andamos a destruir
BOIZADAS
A minha musica preferida deles! Faz-me "voar" sempre k a ouço.
Silvino Afonso
grande video par uma musica que nunca o teve, parabens!
estou certo de que os blasted estão orgulhosos
Joana Chaves
Esta música traz uma deliciosa sensação de êxtase... e é tão bom!!!!!
suezz99
alguem me arranja esta musica com boa qualidade, por favor
Pedro Leal
Solm/FaMaj/Rém