The band was known to add progressive elements to their metal music making them different from most of the other metalcore bands. Their vocals were a mixture of melodic vocals (Reinholdz) and screaming (Jägerskog). They were last signed to Relapse Records.
Burst were formed by a couple of friends for no real intention but to just make fast paced, heavy music. They were initially called Dislars. Their older music was more grindcore and crust punk oriented. They played a few live shows across Sweden. They later started playing a brutal style of hardcore punk. The more they improved their playing skills, the band shifted towards a more progressive style while still sticking to their Hardcore roots. They later decided on the name Burst. The band then began to take their music more seriously and decided to record demos. During this period they toured heavily. They eventually inked a deal with Melon Records. Their first two studio albums were released there. However, the band was not satisfied with the results and began to add more changes to their music. They released a few EPs after this.
In 2003, Burst released Prey On Life through Relapse Records. This is the album that not only set the bands style but also gained them more popularity. This was because Relapse was a better-known label, having in its roster bands like Nile and Mastodon, as well as many well known bands in the metal community. The release was generally well received. By touring with Dillinger Escape Plan, Mastodon and other bands, Burst began to slowly rise in popularity. Before writing their new album, they knew what direction they had to go. Instead of sticking to a formula that worked, they intended to push themselves even further. The result was Origo, which was praised by magazines such as Terrorizer, Metal Hammer and Kerrang! and saw the band becoming more popular than ever before.
Burst's new record, "Lazarus Bird", was recorded at Bohussound Studio in Kungälv, Sweden, and produced by Burst and Fredrik Reinedahl. Relapse Records released the new album on September 16, 2008 in the United States, September 19, 2008 in Germany, and September 22, 2008 in the rest of Europe. On July 30 Burst announced they would break up as band after their fall tour in 2009.
A New Beginning
Burst Lyrics
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What more am I than what I've made?
Apathy as virtue, a self-made trap
Seated in the front row
Too ignorant to care
Turn this fatal mission
Ring true with creative visions
Damn it, I live, I breathe, I care in life
A new beginning, I'll find a way
Daunted by decades
I'll make my way
The lyrics to Burst's song "A New Beginning" are about self-reflection, regret, and a desire for redemption. The first two lines, "Polluted the ways of days to come / What more am I than what I've made?" convey a sense of guilt over the singer's past actions and a feeling of helplessness to change the future. The lines "Apathy as virtue, a self-made trap / Seated in the front row / Too ignorant to care" suggest that the singer has been complacent and inactive, perhaps out of a misguided sense of superiority or a belief that their individual actions don't matter.
The chorus, "A new beginning, I'll find a way / Daunted by decades / I'll make my way," expresses hope for change and a willingness to take action, even in the face of long-standing obstacles. The lines "Turn this fatal mission / And I shall be redeemed / Ring true with creative visions" suggest that the singer is searching for a purpose, and that following a creative pursuit may be a path towards redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
Polluted the ways of days to come
I have created faults that will affect the future.
What more am I than what I've made?
My identity is linked with the impact of my actions.
Apathy as virtue, a self-made trap
Being uninterested is harmful for me as it keeps me from doing anything productive.
Seated in the front row
I may have a good perspective, but it doesn't matter if I'm not actively participating.
Too ignorant to care
I've been careless with my actions and it's time to change that.
Turn this fatal mission
I need to reverse the effects of my past actions.
And I shall be redeemed
If I make the effort to change and improve, I will be forgiven for my past mistakes.
Ring true with creative visions
I need to come up with new, innovative ideas to make a positive impact.
Damn it, I live, I breathe, I care in life
I value my life and want to make the most of it by doing something meaningful.
A new beginning, I'll find a way
I'm motivated to start fresh and make positive changes.
Daunted by decades
I'm overwhelmed by the magnitude of my past actions and the amount of time it will take to rectify them.
I'll make my way
Regardless of the challenges, I'm confident that I can make progress toward my goals.
Contributed by Lucy J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ANDREEE DI SINI
Lyrics
Look back
It's the same old story
You left me, you left me brokenhearted
I really need a new beginning again
Now it's time to say goodbye
Every second's just a hole in my mind
Now this is what you get
Your heart belongs to someone else and yeah
You get that you fought, you cried, you did everything
Everything for nothing
I will take back everything that we built together
I'm here I'm leaving to a better side where I can be myself again
I saw the past through your eyes
You won't see me again
Because I'm gone for good
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
The day I leave will be the day that you die inside
I won't come back you b*tch
I gave you everything but you were so blind to see
You were too deaf to hear
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
All your words are covered by failing lies
Look me in the eyes and tell me you really loved me
The day I leave will be the day that you die inside
The day I leave will be the day that you die inside
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
Norhayati Muniran
Look back
It's the same old story
You left me, you left me broken hearted
I really need a new beginning again
Now it's time to say goodbye
Every second's just a hole in my mind, yeah
Now this is what you get
Your heart belongs to someone else and yeah
You get that you fought, you cried, you did everything
Everything for nothing
I will take back everything that we built together
I'm here I'm leaving to a better side where I can be myself again
I saw the past through your eyes
You won't see me again
Because I'm gone for good
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
The day I leave will be the day that you die inside
I won't come back you bitch
I gave you everything but you were so blind to see
You were too deaf to hear
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
All your words are covered by failing lies
Look me in the eyes and tell me you really loved me
The day I leave will be the day that you die inside
The day I leave will be the day that you die inside
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
I'm leaving, I'm leaving
Why did I waste my time on you
You made me believe
Now I can see I'm on my own
Razer
Shout out to Chris Motionless for realizing this band is worth the time.
DOOMZY
Where is this band now?
lAfterShockzl
@DOOMZY they arent a band anymore LOL the screamer in this video left the band and was replaced by some bozo then him and the guitarist quit the band to make garbage trap music
Nick Simmons
@lAfterShockzl the vocalist makes trash trap music too lmao.
CrunchyTire
Oh yes the vast amount of uploads on this channel really tell the tale of success throughout the decade. The part with Chris was excellent though!
JustRagoTVTM
@lAfterShockzl dani>this singer
RYAN SOLA
CHRIS KILLED IT WHY DIDNT HE HAVE A LONGER PART
Arrow8D
go listen to motionless in White then this aint his band i like him to but show some respect he probebly got paid so much to do such a short part you forget he did it for money not for the fun of it
Raven GreyWitch
That and he was working on his own music video at the time aswell.
Crap Bag
@Arrow8D or he probably did it because they are friends