Influenced by movies such as Hackers, Johnny Mnemonic, Bubblegum Crisis, and other 90s cyberpunk, Blue Stahli started making music in the tracker programs Scream Tracker and Impulse Tracker (which were a big part of the demoscene and used to create videogame soundtracks). The modern tracker, Renoise, continues to be Blue Stahli’s canvas of choice for producing his brand of electronic rock, bass music, French electro and even sophisticated videogame scores in the tradition of the original tracker pioneers.
Beginning in 2009 with his smash single, ULTRAnumb, Blue Stahli continues to blend genres and media having appeared in films and TV shows such as Lights Out and American Horror Story in addition to creating original songs for videogames like Cyberpunk 2077, and appearing in trailers for Destiny 2, and Call of Duty. As an evolving and prolific songwriter, producer, and artist, he has released 11 studio albums including the deadchannel_Trilogy consisting of Quartz, Copper, and Obsidian. He also releases material under his secondary moniker, Sunset Neon.
Blue Stahli’s latest release, Break and Enter, is a collaboration with DJ and fellow producer, Hyper. The track fuses elements of their electronic rock, breakbeat, metal, and cyberpunk styles together in this electro punk rock single.
Obsidian
Blue Stahli Lyrics
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Of all flesh
All unmade
With the rest
In the end
We are one
We descend
The opening lines of Blue Stahli's song "Obsidian" create a sense of impending doom, as though there is a force that exists and is affecting all living beings. The phrase "In the way of all flesh" suggests that all people are subject to this influence, whatever it may be. The use of the word "unmade" implies that something is being broken down or destroyed. This could be interpreted as being physical, emotional or even spiritual.
The phrase "With the rest" could be interpreted in a number of ways. It could mean living in compliance with societal norms, following the beaten path or simply being a part of a larger whole. The repetition of the phrase "In the end" gives an ominous tone to the lyrics, as though something is about to come to a close. The lyrics then state that "We are one" which suggests a unification of all people, followed by a descent "In obsidian". Obsidian is a volcanic glass that has been used as a protective stone in ancient cultures. It is believed to have healing properties and represents strength, clarity and resilience. The use of obsidian in the context of the song indicates that there is a transition happening - one that may be difficult or even violent, but ultimately leads to a sense of enlightenment, safety or protection.
Line by Line Meaning
In the way
By the very nature of existence
Of all flesh
For all living beings
All unmade
Yet to be created
With the rest
Amongst everything else
In the end
Ultimately
We are one
We are all connected
We descend
We move towards a lower state
In Obsidian
The final destination being a place of darkness and sharpness
Lyrics © CYBERPUNK MUSIC
Written by: BRET AUTREY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
AftermathRV
And just like that, you drop an entire trilogy worth of albums, i super vibe with this. Love it man, its such a strong addition to your discography. i really love the drumkits in nothing ever stays but everything just through and through gives me chills
on a funfact note, that cover picture is giving me serious Astartes vibes, the warhammer 40k fanseries that was completed not too long ago
EDIT:
The vocals on One last breath DUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUDEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE
aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh feels fucking good.
TVE
The wait was definitely worth. I was a bit afraid about Obsidian, since I first listened to Quartz.
Now I'm listening to Obsidian second time and I think I'll need to listen to it hundreds of times more along with Quartz and Copper. I adore your work and wish you the best year 2021 you could ever imagine! :D
Now about my favourite songs:
Quartz - Eat the Light. Actually, a few days after listening to this one, I started playing Devil may cry 5 and it felt sooo accurate to the atmosphere of this game! This song should have been an actual Vergil's battle theme. Even though Bury the Light is a great song, Eat the Light fits better to the slash and dice gameplay!
Copper - Resonance. I simply love the atmosphere in this one. Reminds me of a lullaby (a little bit), which was making me scared when I was a child. It's this kind music that makes me feel relaxed and afraid at the same time ^^
Obsidian - One Last Breath. I actually cannot choose between Then Mountain, One Last Breath and Catastrophe. These three are equally amazing. The only factor which made me choose One Last Breath is that when I first listened to it I didn't really enjoy it. The second and third listen made me feel like: "Ohh boy, that's so weird I love it!".
Happy New Year Everyone! <3
Christopher Neurofunker
0:00 Obsidian
3:24 Prognosis
7:18 Gravity
12:00 The Mountain
16:51 Nothing Ever Stays
20:52 Legion
23:57 One Last Breath
27:25 Catastrophe
32:28 Endure
35:06 Daylight
Ven Zallow
O, thank you very much!
John Conner
Thank you for doing this. I know its a pain.
Wesley C
You're a hero :)
Андрюша
thank u thank u very much
NecroMoon_DeathBat6661
Get this man a drink 🍻
Lurch DeVahl
There's only a handful of artists I get hyped to hear new music from and you're at the top of the list. Loving obsidian.
Blue Stahli
That is beyond appreciated, thank you!
Mark Davidowitz
And to add to the awesome, he just released it for free essentially...
Lurch DeVahl
@Mark Davidowitz Very true... its helpful for the sake of sharing with people who aren't familiar...but gotta support artists you like or they can't keep making their music. I went onto Amazon and bought it asap.