Chinchilla continues the amusing traditio… Read Full Bio ↴1) German power metal band
Chinchilla continues the amusing tradition of oddly-named German power metal bands (imagine trying to promote a tour consisting of Chinchilla, Squealer, and Custard in America). Their early history is a bit murky — they formed in 1988 and by 1990 had recorded an album, No Mercy, of which not a lot is known (it’s not even listed on the official site’s discography), and after guitarist Udo Gerstenmeyer left the band, they folded soon afterwards. Four years later, Gerstenmeyer recruited a completely different lineup and recorded what initially was a demo, but turned into the Who Is Who EP. More lineup changes ensued, and finally the band had some stable footing, releasing Horrorscope in 1998 before signing with Metal Blade in 2000. The 2000 release, Madness, is the album reviewed here. Not surprisingly, Chinchilla’s style is rooted in Euro power metal 80’s-style. They don’t have the galloping pace of a Gamma Ray, but are more of a mid-paced melodic power metal band, maybe not too far removed from Iron Savior or Sinner. Overall, Madness is a competent album. It’s not going to set the world alight nor impress anyone with originality, but the staples of the genre (singalong choruses, simple but nicely constructed riffs, a power ballad or two, and so forth) are here for the listening, with the interesting cover choice of Kiss’ “I Stole Your Love” (staying relatively faithful to the original) thrown in for good measure.
After two releases in 2000 and 2002 with the same members, the the lineup change bug has bitten again, with three new members joining the band in 2002, eventually releasing Madtropolis a year later. They still aren’t interested in innovation (writing a song called “Heavy Metal” in 2003 seems a bit behind the times, particularly given its Manowar-ish anthemic chorus), but no doubt European audiences will like this.
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2) American indie rock band
Chinchilla was an all-girl group from San Diego in the mid-90’s. They released a few EPs, followed by their only full-length, “101 Italian Hits”, in 1996 on Crisis/Revelation Records
3) UK artist
CHINCHILLA is a London-based emerging artist that’s capturing the attention of music listeners with her debut EP ‘Awakening.‘ The alluring project details a journey of self-realization and touches on topics like female empowerment, sexuality, body positivity, and more. Her unapologetic aura has been a constant presence in her music since her first release in 2019.
Entire World
Chinchilla Lyrics
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Since the days of the last war
The survivors searching for the light
To create the mankind anew
Do you see the light of the dark side
So cry out to the evil legions one
So they kneel and behold their new king
They believe he's their prophesied savior
They believe
He's the master, he's the king, the new world has just begun
Better follow his rules of the dark side
He's the master, he's the king, the new world has just begun
With his gold he blinds their stupid minds
Now he keeps them safe and warm
There's a mysterious hidden danger to tell
He brings them misery and pain
Cause they're all blinded by their dreams
Now his evil work is done
Cause his reign has just begun
He's the one and only maker
He's their prophesied savior
They believe
He's the master, he's the king, the new world has just begun
Better follow his rules of the dark side
He's the master, he's the king, the new world has just begun
With his gold he blinds their stupid minds
He's the master, he's the king, the new world has just begun
Better follow his rules of the dark side
He's the master, he's the king, the new world has just begun
And there's neither hope nor faith for no-one there
The lyrics of "Entire World" by Chinchilla depict a dark and dystopian world that is in chaos after the last war. The sun will never shine again, and the survivors are searching for a glimmer of light to create a new mankind. However, instead of light, they are drawn to the dark side, where they find a new king who they believe to be their prophesized savior. This new king rules with an iron fist, using his gold to blind the minds of his followers and make them follow his rules of the dark side. Though he keeps them safe and warm, there is a mysterious hidden danger to tell, and he brings them misery and pain. The new king's reign has just begun, and there is no hope or faith for anyone left in this world.
The song seems to be a commentary on the dangers of blindly following a charismatic leader and being swayed by their promises of salvation, even if it means surrendering to the dark side. The new king is portrayed as a manipulative figure who uses his power and money to ensnare his followers and make them do his bidding, regardless of the consequences. The lyrics also suggest that in situations of chaos and uncertainty, people may be willing to give up their own freedom and autonomy in exchange for a sense of security.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, the sun will never shine again
The world is forever darkened and devoid of hope.
Since the days of the last war
The cause of this darkness is due to a previous war.
The survivors searching for the light
Those who made it through the war are seeking a way out of the darkness.
To create the mankind anew
The survivors hope to rebuild civilization from scratch.
Do you see the light of the dark side
There is a temptation toward evil and self-serving actions.
So cry out to the evil legions one
Embracing evil requires enlisting the help of other evil-doers.
So they kneel and behold their new king
Embracing evil requires submission to a new leader.
They believe he's their prophesied savior
They believe their new leader is destined to save them from the darkness.
He's the master, he's the king, the new world has just begun
The new leader is in charge and has just begun to shape the new civilization.
Better follow his rules of the dark side
Those who resist the new leader's plans will face consequences.
With his gold he blinds their stupid minds
The new leader uses wealth to manipulate and control his followers.
Now he keeps them safe and warm
The new leader provides a sense of security for his followers.
There's a mysterious hidden danger to tell
Despite the new leader's promises, there is a lurking threat.
He brings them misery and pain
The consequences of following the new leader may ultimately be negative.
Cause they're all blinded by their dreams
The followers are too focused on their own hopes for the new world to see the potential risks.
Now his evil work is done
The new leader has completed his nefarious intentions.
Cause his reign has just begun
The new leader's rule is just beginning.
And there's neither hope nor faith for no-one there
The new world will be devoid of hope or faith for anyone.
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