Classically trained in violin, he dropped this for drums and began playing in various bands, before finding early Detroit techno and house. His inspiration around that time is said to wander around the likes of Kenny Larkin, Carl Craig, Juan Atkins, the Orb.
His brother introduced Calibre to drum and bass and jungle, which at first he couldn’t follow the pattern as he felt it was too relentless and 'beaty', and so at that point he preferred four to the floor drumbeats from the US house style.
From there he's developed on slowly but surely to become an accomplished producer.
Since his early work for Dublin label Quadrophonic in 1998, Calibre has always delivered a sound that delves below the all too often unsatisfying drum and bass surface.
His ability to bring a warm, natural feel to the digital landscape of drum and bass raised interest from Radio 1's Fabio, leading to a critically acclaimed double album in 2001, entitled 'Musique Concrete' released on Fabio's Creative Source imprint.
Since then Calibre has released for labels such as Soul:R, including collaboration work under the Mist:i:Cal moniker with the Manchester duo Marcus Intalex and ST Files (together MIST). Other label contributions have included CIA, 31, Defunked, V and Critical.
Remixes have also been a heavy outlet for Calibre, with commissions from the likes of High Contrast, Badmarsh & Shri and american R&B-singer Jaheim, to name but a few.
In 2003 Calibre's own vision, Signature records, has come to light. This imprint is the home for his own prolific studio output, offering an unprecedented freedom to experiment and release music on his own terms. Calibre's project with ST Files under the St.Cal moniker saw its first release on Soul:R in September 2004 with 'Red Light/Little Man'.
2005 has truly been the year of Calibre. Spending less time djing and more time in the studio he was able to finalise his second album, entitled 'Second Sun', the first for his label Signature.
2005 also marked the return of the St.Cal production partnership with their 12" 'Losing Ground/Henshaw Dub' on Soul:R. This was a first taste of the forthcoming Mist:i:cal LP project which is being worked on at the moment. The LP will feature tracks from Marcus Intalex, ST Files and Calibre in their various combinations and is due for release on Soul:R.
Complex
Calibre Lyrics
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i'm a predefined commodity
the marauder mill needs an unpolluted grist
i can feel the strain around my wrist
we're in human farms and the scythe is cutting carefully
reaping the radical
it's reforming me
(chorus:)
when the sedition's growing - when you force me to the front
when you say we are the product, i'm the vanguard of the hunt
when the sedition's growing - when you force me to the front
when you say we are the product, i'm the vanguard of the hunt
the automation-swell has ever-tarnished the crop
the ravenous reform will never stop
the fattening proceeds of trade activity
and we live life like a dead foundry
we're in human farms and the scythe is cutting carefully
reaping the radical
we're in human farms and the blight is striking randomly
it's reforming me
an' shock it...
i got the diligence to motivate - i got the mind-span to reallocate
the most ferocious freedom known to me - is better than the safest slavery
(chorus)
ah rake the land - the diagram is hyperbole
ah cut the stand - the reaper sure is on a role
an' shock it...
i got the diligence to motivate - i got the mind-span to reallocate
the most ferocious freedom known to me - is better than the safest slavery
The song "Complex" by Calibre talks about the struggles of living in a society where capitalism and consumerism have become the norm. The lyrics mention a few terms that are closely related to the manufacturing and industrial sectors such as "assembly plant", "marauder mill", and "automation-swell". They allude to the idea that people, just like manufactured products, are being produced by the society, sold, and consumed like commodities. The line "we live life like a dead foundry" highlights how monotonous and lifeless life can be when people are living merely to satisfy the demands of the system.
The artist brings out the idea that people are being stripped off of their identity and independence. The phrase "when you say we are the product, I'm the vanguard of the hunt" portrays how people are perceived as "objects" to serve the interests of the society. However, the artist resists the system's pressures and resolutely asserts his individuality and freedom. He expresses his desire to be his person and not be defined by societal expectations, stating "the most ferocious freedom known to me - is better than the safest slavery." The song concludes with a message of hope that change is possible if people are willing to strive for it.
Line by Line Meaning
the assembly plant is smothering me
I feel suffocated by the assembly line work I'm forced to do
i'm a predefined commodity
I feel like I'm just a product on this assembly line, with no individuality or worth beyond what I produce
the marauder mill needs an unpolluted grist
The factory demands only the best work from me, without considering my health or well-being
i can feel the strain around my wrist
The physical toll of this assembly line work is evident in my body
we're in human farms and the scythe is cutting carefully
We're being treated like farm animals, with no regard for our feelings or lives
reaping the radical
Those who are different or stand out are being targeted for punishment or removal
we're in human farms and the blight is striking randomly
We're all at risk of being affected by the negative consequences of this factory work
it's reforming me
This work is changing me in ways that are negative and unwanted
when the sedition's growing - when you force me to the front
When we start to resist or rebel against this system, you force me to be the front-line fighter
when you say we are the product, i'm the vanguard of the hunt
You see me as just another part of the assembly line process, but I'm actually leading the charge against it
the automation-swell has ever-tarnished the crop
The increasing use of machines and automation in this factory work is making the end result worse
the ravenous reform will never stop
Those in power will constantly be looking for ways to improve efficiency and output, regardless of the harm it causes to us
the fattening proceeds of trade activity
The factory is making a lot of money off of our hard work and suffering
and we live life like a dead foundry
Our lives are empty and miserable, much like the lifeless factory we work in
ah rake the land - the diagram is hyperbole
The plans and models for this factory work are exaggerated and unrealistic
ah cut the stand - the reaper sure is on a role
The factory is cutting down anyone and anything that might slow down or stand in the way of production
i got the diligence to motivate - i got the mind-span to reallocate
I have the energy and intelligence needed to fight against this system
the most ferocious freedom known to me - is better than the safest slavery
I would rather fight for my freedom and take risks than live a safe and obedient life under this oppressive system
Contributed by Skyler C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MH_US04
LOVE the video. I've seen other videos for the same thing, but I always felt kind of lost. Thanks to this, I get it.
I can definitely use Caliber Complex now. I can fix the gun mods that I use, and it'll all be perfect. :)
Omega4D2
Thanks for the compliment. The plan is to make extra indepth version of modding tutorials so even the newest of modders can follow along. Minimal cuts and hand held every step of the way so no one gets lost and everyone enjoys
Paul Von Lettow-Vorbeck
Absolutely life saving my guy, very big preesh
Badcompany370
Love the video helped me out a lot
Abbot
is there a way to completely replace an ammo type with another, eg combined arms adds an ammo type that i already have from the mk18 mod (.300 BLK) , would replacing the ammos form id with the one i want under the ammunition tab of combined arms work due to it being referenced for attachments and level list stuff. I hope this makes sense thx
Omega4D2
Yes you can, if you follow my caliber complex tutorial you can basically follow it but using the ammo from the MK18 mod
Robert Kidd
Great video my man!
RedMurkGaming
So, i have a pretty glaring problem here. When I "Deep Copy as override into..." The mod with the weapon I'm patching goes blank, it just has the title, with no ammo, data, anything. It looks like a clean slate. What i'm referencing is around 5:30 in the video, anyone know what I'm to do?
RedMurkGaming
@Omega4D2 Yuuup, that was the problem. Many thanks!
Omega4D2
Right click the right side window and see if the hide option is checked off