“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
Mystical Power
Blasted Mechanism Lyrics
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Salvation or your redemption
The answer or your redemption
Yeah you know it, you know it, you know it
This rhythm is your redemption
Salvation or your redemption
The answer or your redemption
Next time you light up a fire,
All my senses are drawn to the spiral,
Automatically tune in the radio
Yeah you know it, you know it, you know it
Receive them better than stereo
Emotions becoming physical
All tales away for the (riddle)?
I'm looking forward to ear you
Oh lord I'm aware of the challenge
Oh ye Oh lord I'm Ready for the change
Oh lord! Oh lord! I am your desire
Oh lord! Oh lord! I'm the crucifier
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
Power, Power, Power, Power,
Power, Power, Power, Power
You decide all there Exploitations
We remain the future of the nation
So for follow up your mind degradation
Spreading love for the next generation
Calling out in deep meditation
The world needs organisation
This is our last invitation
Raise your arms to the new declaration
Nomad
Living like nomad
Moving like a nomad
Suffering like a nomad
Relive like a nomad
Living like a nomad
Moving like a nomad
Suffering like a nomad
Relive like a
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
Power, Power,
Power, Power,
Power
The song Mystical Power by Blasted Mechanism is about the power of rhythm and the mystical energy it can provide. The lyrics suggest that by tuning into this rhythm, one can find redemption, salvation, and answers to life's questions. The song also mentions the power of fire and the radio, both of which can draw out emotions and physical sensations.
The song further emphasizes the need for organization and deep meditation in order to bring about positive change and spread love to the next generation. The lyrics also reference a nomadic lifestyle and the idea of reliving and re-experiencing life's challenges in order to harness one's mystical power.
Overall, the song suggests that through music and deep reflection, one can rely on their mystical power to navigate life's challenges, help bring about change, and find inner peace.
Line by Line Meaning
This rhythm is your redemption
The beat of the music can save you or give you a second chance
Salvation or your redemption
You can be saved or redeemed by the music
The answer or your redemption
The solution to your problems can be found in the music
Next time you light up a fire,
When you make something new or start a new project,
All my senses are drawn to the spiral,
You become completely focused and drawn in,
Automatically tune in the radio
You easily connect to the rhythm and start listening to the music
Receive them better than stereo
You feel the emotions and energy of the music better than through ordinary speakers
Emotions becoming physical
Your feelings and emotions become real and tangible
All tales away for the (riddle)?
All your troubles and worries disappear like a mystery
I'm looking forward to ear you
I'm excited to hear more of the music
Oh lord I'm aware of the challenge
I know the difficulty and obstacles that lie ahead
Oh ye Oh lord I'm Ready for the change
I am prepared for the transformation and growth that will come
Oh lord! Oh lord! I am your desire
I crave and desire the power and guidance of a higher force
Oh lord! Oh lord! I'm the crucifier
I am willing to sacrifice and endure hardship for my beliefs and values
I keep relying on my mystical, on my mystical power
I depend on the supernatural or unexplainable power of the music
You decide all there Exploitations
You have control over how you use and interpret things
We remain the future of the nation
We are the hope and potential for the future of our community or country
So for follow up your mind degradation
Don't let negative thoughts or actions bring you down
Spreading love for the next generation
Sharing kindness and positive energy with the younger generation
Calling out in deep meditation
Reaching out to a higher power or state of being through intense inner reflection
The world needs organisation
The world needs structure and order to function properly
This is our last invitation
This is the final chance or opportunity to take action
Raise your arms to the new declaration
Support and celebrate the new way of thinking and living
Nomad
A person who wanders from place to place without a home
Living like nomad
Living a life free of attachment and material possessions
Moving like a nomad
Traveling and experiencing new places and people
Suffering like a nomad
Enduring hardship and adversity like a traveler without a permanent home
Relive like a nomad
Living life with a sense of renewed adventure and freedom
Power, Power, Power, Power,
The power and energy of the music is emphasized and celebrated
Contributed by Benjamin W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.