They first debuted in Europe in 1997 with their first single, "4 A Moment of Silence" which received rave reviews from such definitive European music magazines as Melody Maker, which compared their debut impact to those of The Chemical Brothers' and The Prodigy's. The band blends the energy of rock with the meticulousness of electronic music.
In 1998 the band traveled across Europe performing at six major rock festivals and opening for legendary electronic group Underworld. Right after their return to Japan, the band released their debut album OUT LOUD, which was later released in Europe and the USA as well. In 1998 the band embarked on a 3 month American tour with Moby. Their success was followed by releases of the albums UMBRA and PHOTON, released in 2001 and 2002 respectively.
In 2005 and 2006 their fourth album FULL OF ELEVATING PLEASURES was released in Japan and the US. They performed at the M3 Music Convention (Miami Music Multimedia) to further promote the album. In 2006, they released ON which featured the hit singles "KICK IT OUT" and "PILL" featured in Japanese television commercials. Their subsequent performances at the Rock In Japan Festival and SUMMER SONIC '06 attracted such a huge crowd of people that it went over capacity and venue staff were forced to bar the entrance halfway through the performance for safety reasons.
Boom Boom Satellites have had numerous songs featured in soundtracks for films, anime series, and television series. They collaborated with Tahj Mowry and Flo Rida on a new version of "Kick It Out"; the song features the lyrics of Tahj Mowry and Flo Rida while the chorus remains the same as the original, and BBS added a verse of their own different from the original version. A music video was also created for the song's release.
In January 2010, Boom Boom Satellites released their first best album, 19972007. The band released a new full-length album in Japan, To the Loveless, on May 26. In October 2010, the band toured North America beginning with a performance at New York Comic Con (FAR EAST TO EAST SHOWCASE 2010) and including a concert opening for Gary Numan at Nokia Theater (now Best Buy Theater) in Times Square, New York City. They also played at the CMJ Music Marathon & Film Festival in New York. A version of 19972007, titled Over and Over, was released in US to coincide with the tour.
Boom Boom Satellites released a live CD/DVD set titled Experienced on February 23, 2011, consisting of their performance at Chiba's Makuhari Messe, the last stop of their Japan Tour 2010 2nd Stage.
In 2016, Boom Boom Satellites were announced to be performing the theme song for Kiznaiver titled "Lay Your Hands on Me". The version used for the anime was released as a single on April 17. A short music video was released on May 23, and it was announced that the full size version of the song would be released digitally on June 1 followed by a physical/digital EP on June 22 featuring 3 other tracks. On the day of the release, Nakano posted on the official website and on social media that the EP for "Lay Your Hands on Me" would be Boom Boom Satellites' final release, as Kawashima's tumors had relapsed for a fourth time and was then partially paralyzed. Despite this, Nakano believes that the "Lay Your Hands on Me" EP should end their career correctly.
A few months after their disbandment, unfortunately, BOOM BOOM SATELLITES's vocalist Michiyuki Kawashima has passed away and Masayuki Nakano left behind a comment in his friend's stead that read as below.
"At 5:12am on October 9th, BOOM BOOM SATELLITES's vocalist Michiyuki Kawashima set off on the next stage of his journey. I imagine he is soaring around the world, finally freed from the restrictions of his body. His passing is not a tragedy, but the achievement of a lifetime goal and a happy ending. The love of our many fans supported Michiyuki Kawashima and BOOM BOOM SATELLITES on their journey, and we are truly happy and lucky because of you. On behalf of Michiyuki Kawashima, I would like to thank all our fans and colleagues again.
"Thank you for supporting us up until now. Live your lives with passion and energy and keep the music we made, the time we spent together, and the memories we shared close to you."
“One more thing, we are BOOM BOOM SATELLITES!!”
Bring It On Down
Boom Boom Satellites Lyrics
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You got no choise
Fill in the blank
Testify and Justify
You got it
I want it
You shake it
You shake it
You shake it....
The lyrics to Boom Boom Satellites song "Bring It On Down" speak to the desire for release and catharsis through music. The opening line, "Bring it on down in my basement," suggests a desire for intimacy and containment, a space where one can truly let go and be oneself, away from the pressures and expectations of society. The next lines, "You got no choice, fill in the blank," suggest a kind of submission or surrender to the power of the music, as if it is beyond the individual's control. This is emphasized by the repetition of the phrase "you got it," suggesting that the music itself possesses a kind of agency.
The lines "Testify and justify" suggest a feeling of needing to prove oneself through music, to bear witness to one's own experiences and struggles, and to justify their existence. The repetition of "you shake it" emphasizes the physicality of music, and how it can be a means of release from stress or anxiety. Overall, the lyrics to "Bring It On Down" speak to the transformative power of music, and how it can create a space for people to be themselves and find catharsis.
Line by Line Meaning
Bring it on down in my basement
Let's take this situation to a more private space where we can have a real and honest conversation.
You got no choice
You may feel like you don't have any other options, but it's time to face the truth.
Fill in the blank
There are some missing pieces that need to be addressed before we can move forward.
Testify and justify
You need to speak up and provide evidence to support your actions or decisions.
You got it
You understand what needs to be done and are capable of doing it.
I want it
I have a desire for something, and it's important for me to have it.
You shake it
You need to take action and move things forward, despite any challenges you may face.
You shake it
Keep pushing and don't give up.
You shake it
Even when it gets tough, keep moving forward and striving towards your goals.
You shake it
Stay strong and focused, and keep working towards your desired outcome.
Contributed by Nora B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.