In 2003 Andy LaPlegua of "Icon of Coil" wrote a few power noise/techno cross over tracks under the name of "D.R.I.V.E.". This was changed to "Combichrist" when the debut album, "The Joy of Gunz" was set to be released on Out Of Line. The name Combichrist originates from a hardcore fanzine LaPlegua made during the late 90s, with "JR Ewing" guitarist Håkon Mella.
The follow up EPs, and the clamour for live shows, sent Combichrist out on the road where they would become known for their strong and energetic performances.
Their second EP, "Sex, Drogen und Industrial", spent 7 weeks at number one in the DAC charts.
In March of 2007 they released their third album "What The Fuck Is Wrong With You People?". "Today We Are All Demons", was released on January 20th, 2009.
The band had been selected to support industrial metal band "Rammstein" for their 2009 European tour and continued to support them during the 2010 part of the tour.
August 2010 saw the release of "Making Monsters", which had full tracks available for streaming on the website, each track being rolled out for a new one. Combichrist undertook a tour in support of the new album in late 2010, with "Aesthetic Perfection" and "iVardensphere" as the support bands.
Their most recent album, "No Redemption", was released in January of 2013 in both single and 2CD versions. This album was the official soundtrack album for the video game "Devil May Cry". The limited edition bonus CD was essentially a greatest hits compilation.
March 2014 will see the release of a new album titled "We Love You", with an accompanying tour of North America starting in April. "William Control" and "New Years Day" have been announced as the support bands.
Combichrist have had much more success than many of the other acts emerging from the electronic underground and the band have become one of the dark electro scene's most popular live acts.
The roster of live members is currently Joe Letz (ex "Genitorturers"), Mr Petersen, Z_Marr (ex "Hell Trash"), Kourtney Klein (who also played drums for the reformed "Nitzer Ebb") and Trevor Friedrich who was the drummer for "Eighteen Visions" and "Imperative Reaction". Past live members include Håkon Mella, Bjoern Petersen, Syn M, Shaun Frandsen & Jon H.
The band's website is at: www.combichrist.com
All Pain Is Gone
Combichrist Lyrics
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Fists clenched tight, though not alone
They're always here, controlling my thoughts
Every sense, every sound, every image, abstract
They're all around, watching me die
Free will, obsolete, intention unknown
This is the day, the day I'll try
'Cause this is the day, the day I die
This is the day, the day I die
All pain undone, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
All pain undone, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
And it's never enough, the story never ends
A chapter is closed, another one's revealed
Razorblade love, I can taste the peace
Another day gone, another chapter complete
They're all alone, watching me die
Free will obsolete, intention unknown
This is the day, the day I'll try
'Cause this is the day , the day I die
Come set me free, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
All pain undone, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
All pain undone, all pain is gone
Come set me free, all pain is gone
The song "All Pain Is Gone" by Combichrist is a track that highlights the feeling of being stuck in a hole, enslaved by emptiness. The lyrics describe the singer's feelings of being controlled by something tangible but abstract, and all around them, watching them die. However, there is a desire for freedom and liberation from the pain that plagues them. The notion of razorblade love is introduced, as the singer tastes the peace that comes with it, but only temporarily. The chorus of the song emphasizes that despite the pain and suffering in life, there can be freedom from it all, and that this is the day to try- but perhaps, it is also the day they die.
Overall, the song is a haunting representation of the intense feelings of pain and helplessness that someone can feel when they feel trapped in their thoughts. The music itself is an electronic blend of various sub-genres, including industrial, techno, and EBM, creating a perfect soundscape for the intense emotions that the lyrics express.
Line by Line Meaning
Stuck in a hole, enslaved by emptiness
Feeling trapped, unable to escape from the void of despair
Fists clenched tight, though not alone
Fighting with all your might, even though you feel isolated
They're always here, controlling my thoughts
Negative thoughts and emotions that seem to have a life of their own
Every sense, every sound, every image, abstract
The overwhelming chaos of abstract and disjointed sensations
They're all around, watching me die
The feeling of being observed and judged by an invisible force
Free will, obsolete, intention unknown
Feeling powerless and directionless, with no clear motivation
This is the day, the day I'll try
A glimmer of hope, a determination to fight back
'Cause this is the day, the day I die
Symbolically letting go of the old self, embracing a new beginning
All pain undone, all pain is gone
The sense of liberation from emotional and physical pain
Come set me free, all pain is gone
A plea for freedom and deliverance from suffering
And it's never enough, the story never ends
The realization that the struggle is ongoing, with no end in sight
A chapter is closed, another one's revealed
A sense of closure and transition, but also a new beginning
Razorblade love, I can taste the peace
The bittersweet feeling of finding relief, even though it comes at a cost
Another day gone, another chapter complete
The passing of time, the gradual process of healing and moving forward
They're all alone, watching me die
The feeling of isolation and vulnerability in the face of inner struggles
Come set me free, all pain is gone
A repetition of the earlier plea, with renewed urgency and hope
All pain undone, all pain is gone
The reaffirmation of the belief that there is a way out of suffering
Come set me free, all pain is gone
A final plea, with the conviction that freedom and healing are within reach
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Written by: OLE ANDERS OLSEN
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