History: Formation and EPs
In 2011, half-brothers Zack Anderson (bass) and Cory Berry (drums), formerly of Radio Moscow, were in Iowa and met singer Elin Larsson, who was staying in California. Together they recorded two demo tracks and published them on YouTube, after which label "Crusher Records" offered them a deal. The band toured to Spain and France, where they met 16-year-old guitarist Dorian Sorriaux, whom they invited to Örebro and made a member of the band. The name of the band came from their friend, Jens Heide, who had a music blog called BluesPillz with obscure 60s and 70s underground music.
In May 2012 they released an EP called "Bliss", followed by the "Black Smoke" single in July. The band toured extensively during 2013 with appearances in Berlin's "Desertfest" in April, in Bad Kötzting's "Void Fest" and Geel's "Yellowstock Festival" in August, in Bonn's "Crossroads Festival" in October and Melbourne's "Cherry Rock Festival" in November 2013.
In July 2013, Blues Pills signed a contract with the "Nuclear Blast" label and released their "Devil Man" EP in October. Their appearance at the "Crossroads Festival" was recorded and released in the form of the "Live at Rockpalast" EP in March 2014.
The debut album
In July 2014 they released their first album, Blues Pills, the special edition of which included a DVD of their appearance in the "Hammer of Doom" festival from the year before. Shortly after the release of the first album, Cory Berry was replaced with new drummer André Kvarnström.
In the summer of 2014 they appeared in the "Sweden Rock Festival", in Gelsenkirchen's "Rock Hard Festival" in June and in the famous Montreux Jazz Festival in July 2014.
The album became successful in Europe, climbing to No. 4 in Germany and No. 10 in Switzerland, while it also reached British charts at No. 68.
2016–present: Lady in Gold
During the end of 2015 and the start of 2016, the band started writing and recorded for their second album. On 22 April, 2016, Blues Pills announced that Lady in Gold will be released on August 5, 2016 through Nuclear Blast Records with a ten track set-list.
In 2016, Blues Pills will tour with Kadavar, play festivals in the summer in North America and Europe followed by a UK tour in November.
Studio albums
Blues Pills (2014)
Lady in Gold (2016)
Júpiter
Blues Pills Lyrics
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If your debts are all behind maybe joy you'll finally see
You've got to stay my baby, stay though it's bothering me
Oh I hope, I hope you will see, how this world should have been
Have you listened to the sounds the other planet screams
Soon the ocean's icy water drowns the dreams we see
Stay Jupiter, I wanna show you my love
Oh I hope, I hope you will see, how this world should have been
Oh child, children the time has come
The mother is crying and it won't be long
'Til she will leave us, leave us behind
And I hope, I hope you will see
Before she leaves, leave us behind
Oh I hope, I hope you will see
How this world should have been... the circle of time
The song "Jupiter" by Blues Pills is an insightful commentary on the state of the world and a plea for change and action before it's too late. The first verse describes a world in chaos, where the earth has stopped turning and the sun is no longer visible. However, the singer offers the hope that if one's debts are paid off, joy can still be found despite the bleak surroundings. The second verse takes a planetary perspective, with the singer noting the sounds of other planets and the imminent threat of the earth's oceans rising and drowning our dreams.
The chorus is a call to action, with the singer urging Jupiter to "stay" and be a guiding force in a world that needs to change. This love and hope are repeated throughout the song, creating a sense of urgency and the need to act before it's too late. The final verse is a plea to future generations to heed the warnings and make the changes necessary to save our planet. It's a powerful and provocative message, delivered with Blues Pills's signature blues-rock sound.
Line by Line Meaning
When the earth no longer turns and the sun cannot be seen
In a hypothetical scenario where Earth has stopped rotating and the sun is invisible, if you have resolved all your debts, then perhaps you will find happiness
If your debts are all behind maybe joy you'll finally see
Being debt-free might lead to a feeling of happiness
You've got to stay my baby, stay though it's bothering me
Even though it might be difficult, please stick around and don't leave
Oh I hope, I hope you will see, how this world should have been
I have a wish that you will understand how the world could have been better
Have you listened to the sounds the other planet screams
Have you ever wondered what other planets might sound like?
Soon the ocean's icy water drowns the dreams we see
Rising sea levels could wash away our hopes and ambitions
Stay Jupiter, you are the brother above
Please stay, Jupiter, our celestial sibling in the sky
Stay Jupiter, I wanna show you my love
I want to express my admiration and affection towards Jupiter
Oh child, children the time has come
Listen, children, the time for action is now
The mother is crying and it won't be long
The Earth is suffering and it won't be much longer until we feel the impact
'Til she will leave us, leave us behind
Until the Earth, our home, is no longer capable of supporting life
And I hope, I hope you will see
I hope that you will understand
Before she leaves, leave us behind
Before the Earth is no longer able to sustain life
Oh I hope, I hope you will see
Again, I hope that you will understand
How this world should have been... the circle of time
How the world should have been is linked to the concept of the eternal cycle of time
Contributed by Kaelyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
max aliverti
Bravissimi,una delle vostre migliori band,sicuramente tra quelle nuove
Ocean Sage
I was too harsh on these guys originally. I bought the CD and I really liked the whole album, although I wish they had some more heavy songs. But Blues Pills is another cool modern blues rock band, so that's always a bonus. They can really jam!
Morten Middelthon
Pure bliss.
Sean Schelin
I'll have whatever this band is tripping out on. What a band!!
Polyriddem
Woah now this is a curveball! not the kind of band that i'd expect to see on Nuclear Blast at all. Personally I don't really dig it that much but hey you don't have to like the same stuff as me. Pretty psyched to see different genre's getting recognition though.
Ex Horder
the whole album is fucking amazing!!!!!!
Omar R. B.
The 70's spirit is fuckin' alive. And is awesome to feeling it with that sound...Nuclear Blast keep going eating acid and smoking pot!!!
Ocean Sage
2:57 How is this riff not heavy enough for you fuckers?!
JackTradesman
JUST ORDERED THE VINYL FROM NUCLEAR BLAST!!! CAN'T FUCKING WAIT!!!
lauren
I'm hooked on this, I need some shrooms, where dey @?!