2) Bludgeon is a unique metal entity from Chicago that is not afraid to cause mayhem. The first band signed to Magic Circle Music, Bludgeon takes extreme metal by the balls and doesn’t let go. Their sophomore album, “World Controlled” is a brutal assault on the senses that is sure to leave a lasting impression on fans of death, thrash, hardcore and speed metal.
Bludgeon has earned several distinctions in their relatively young career. When Manowar bassist and Magic Circle Music founder Joey DeMaio discovered the band, he agreed to produce their debut album, Crucify The Priest - an honor never before bestowed upon a band other than his own - and signed them to his label. DeMaio then introduced the band to Metal Blade Records CEO Brian Slagel, who recognized that the band had immense potential and agreed to distribute their debut album worldwide. Such signs of confidence from metal elite speak volumes about Bludgeon.
The Bludgeon beast is no stranger to touring. Having performed at the Metal Meltdown III in Asbury Park, NJ and as support act to the legendary Manowar on the Warriors Of The World Tour 2002, Bludgeon is a band that has spread the crusade of metal.
On the new album, World Controlled, Bludgeon further evolves the sound and attitude that helped them to make such an impressive start. By incorporating hardcore influences into their already powerful death/thrash metal sound, the band has reached a new level of anger and brutality. Vocalist/guitarist Mark Duca explains, “I always write what I feel; half the record was written when I was going through pain and suffering. But I don’t see that as a bad thing.” Songs like “Carnage Begins” and “Consumed By Anger” illustrate the thoughts and feelings of a band that faces the challenges of everyday life with the aggression and persistence needed to come out on top. “You have to suffer to move forward. It’s like you have to prove how faithful you are.”
Bludgeon has not only grown musically, but the lineup has also changed. This evolution was not an easy process, but it truly helped to shape the lyrics and themes of World Controlled. “The band was going through personal problems with the lineup change when I was writing the lyrics,” says Duca. “I felt like people were trying to control me and that is where the album title comes from. You might go through changes, but Bludgeon will always stay true to metal.”
Here is what the press is saying about BLUDGEON:
“On World Controlled, Chicago’s Bludgeon delivers a pummeling that’ll rattle the most veteran death/thrash fan. Brutality unleashed!” – UNRESTRAINED! Magazine
"If ever a band was aptly named, it's Bludgeon. This band is brutal power rock personified." – Hit Parader Magazine
A track listing for World Controlled comprises
1. Unholy Murder
2. Carnage Begins
3. Bitter Emptiness
4. Consumed By Anger
5. Infidel
6. World Controlled
7. Save Your Servant
8. Refuse The Truth
9. Hunt Or Be Hunted
10. Awakening
11. Out Of Reach
World Controlled also contains approximately 20 minutes of video footage
showcasing the Bludgeon production cycle.
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Bludgeon UK
ESSEX BRUTAL DEATH METAL
Zach White
Tim Leigh
Chris Mansfield
http://www.myspace.com/bludgeon213
BIO:
Way back in 1996, Zach White (vokills) and Tim Leigh (guttars), broke away from their previous band members to form a new outfit which was more extreme than their previous efforts. Around a year after forming they recorded a 2 track demo titled ‘Mainstay of Hatred'. This was recorded in Zach's old flat on a 4-track. Bludgeon never released this due to a bad sound. They mainly just passed it around friends and such for their own amusement! With many members coming and going over the next few years, it wasn't until early 2000 that Bludgeon entered the studio to record their next demo entitled 'A Cannibals Fixation'. The 3 track promo was recorded in there local home town at a small 16 track analogue studio. The band yet again suffered a poor production, but this time the material was tighter and way more technical. Bludgeon did release this demo, but only had around 100 copies of it printed. Various cool guys throughout the underground made copies of it and distributed it. This also received some airplay in the U.S on many underground radio stations. As far as Bludgeon is concerned, to this date the demo is no longer available and they have no plans to make it resurface. In March 2001 Bludgeon entered the studio again, this time to record the 'Realm of Decay' promo. This was the first time that the band had really thought of the material as being a good representation of what they are capable of. The production was better than all previous efforts, and Bludgeon wound up getting offers from various labels. The 'Realm' demo was officially released for the first time in 2005 by Australian label 'Life Fluid Productions', on a three way split cd featuring Bludgeon - Corpse Carving - and Twitch of The Death Nerve. During 2005 Bludgeon played many shows in and around the UK to much success, enhancing there brutal live reputation. The band set up and self financed a mini tour with Vomit Remnants (Japan) and Godless Truth (Czech Rep), as well as being added as a support band to shows with Goratory (USA) - Skinned (USA) - Visceral Bleeding (Swe) – Mortal Decay (USA) – Beheaded (Malta) – and Brutus (hol). Just recently Chris 'Manser' Mansfield became a member of the fold, after seeing him play in his previous band we knew that he had the skills to be at least due a try out, which he sailed through and is now ready to unleash the hatred of Bludgeon live. Devoted to Lunacy is now complete and Bludgeon continue the search for a label to release this. If you are interested in releasing this cd dont hesitate in getting in touch with the band. Prepare to be sickened.............................
Out of Reach
Bludgeon Lyrics
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Corrupting with me your beliefs
What makes you think you have all the answers
You're too ignorant to see the truth
Abusing, neglecting and ready to betray at will
Get a grip on life and take a look at yourself
You're like a disease, infecting me
A parasite infesting my brain
I won't let you bring me down
I'm stepping away, I'm stepping away
I'm stepping away, away from the bullshit
You seem to think that I'm inferior
Are you superior to me
Undermining everything I say
Unsupporting of my beliefs
You ridicule my every move
Suppressing my innermost thoughts
I'm stepping away, away from your sovereignty
I'm taking my life back, taking my life
Back I'm stepping away, away from the bullshit
I'm taking my life back and taking a step back
I'm taking my life back
So don't turn your back on me
Destructive, infecting, spreading like a disease
You saturate my mind with hate
Controlling I'm not your fucking slave
Don't give a fuck what you say
The lyrics to Bludgeon's song "Out of Reach" describe a toxic and manipulative relationship between two individuals. The singer seems to be addressing the other person directly, accusing them of attempting to manipulate and corrupt them with their own beliefs. The singer also questions the other person's arrogance in thinking they have all the answers, while being blind to the truth. The singer feels suffocated and infected by the other person's negative influence, and has decided to step away from the relationship and take their life back. The other person is characterized as destructive, infecting, and spreading hate like a disease, who has been controlling the singer but now the latter is not ready to be their slave anymore.
This song could be interpreted as an anthem for anyone who has been in a similar situation, where they have suffered due to a toxic relationship. It can give them the strength to stand up and take back control of their lives. The lyrics also express a sense of empowerment, as the singer takes charge of their own life and refuses to be controlled by the other person anymore. The use of strong language like "fucking slave" gives the song an added sense of defiance and rebellion.
Line by Line Meaning
Why are you always trying to manipulate
Questioning the reason behind the consistent attempts at controlling and influencing.
Corrupting with me your beliefs
Attempting to taint the thoughts and ideas of the singer with their own beliefs.
What makes you think you have all the answers
Challenging the assumption of possessing complete knowledge and understanding.
You're too ignorant to see the truth
Stating that the other person lacks the insight to comprehend reality.
Abusing, neglecting and ready to betray at will
Accusing the other of being abusive, uncaring and disloyal.
Get a grip on life and take a look at yourself
Advising the other person to introspect and take hold of their situation.
You're like a disease, infecting me
Comparing the other person to a sickness, which is affecting the singer adversely.
A parasite infesting my brain
Describing the other person as a negative entity, consuming their thoughts and beliefs.
Despite what you say, you can't control me
Asserting that the other cannot dominate or govern the artist.
I won't let you bring me down
Resolving to resist any attempt of breaking the spirit and morale of the artist.
I'm stepping away, I'm stepping away
Announcing the decision to move away from the toxic influence of the other person.
You seem to think that I'm inferior
Noting that the other person seems to perceive the artist as subordinate.
Are you superior to me
Asking if the other person is indeed better or more capable than the singer.
Undermining everything I say
Rejecting or belittling every statement made by the singer.
Unsupporting of my beliefs
Not providing support or understanding to the opinions and ideas of the singer.
You ridicule my every move
Mocking or making fun of every action taken by the artist.
Suppressing my innermost thoughts
Hindering the expression of the deepest and most personal feelings and emotions.
I'm stepping away, away from your sovereignty
Departing from the authority and supremacy over the singer held by the other person.
I'm taking my life back, taking my life
Reclaiming ownership and control over the singer's existence.
Back I'm stepping away, away from the bullshit
Moving away from the nonsense and deceitful words and actions of the other person.
I'm taking my life back and taking a step back
Reasserting the decision to regain command of the artist's own life and situation, while also creating some distance from the other person.
I'm taking my life back
Concluding the song by emphatically reclaiming one's own life from the negative influence of others.
So don't turn your back on me
Warning the other person not to abandon or leave the singer alone in a difficult situation.
Destructive, infecting, spreading like a disease
Repeating the earlier metaphor of the other person as an infectious and harmful presence.
You saturate my mind with hate
Filling the singer's mind with negative emotions and thoughts.
Controlling I'm not your fucking slave
Rejecting the oppressive attitude and behavior of the other person.
Don't give a fuck what you say
Expressing indifference to the opinions and words of the other person.
Contributed by Ian N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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