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
Blackened Heart
Combichrist Lyrics
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Penetrate, real life, perfection, death
Feed it, element, solution, none
Innocence, poison, anything goes
I know this blackened heart
I know it tears you apart
Punishment, afterlife, colony of fools
Discipline, misery, carnival of life
Formula, clarity, legacy of death
I know this blackened heart
I know it tears you apart
I know this blackened heart
I know it tears you apart
The lyrics of Combichrist's song "Blackened Heart" delve into themes of darkness, suffering, and the complexities of life and death. The opening lines suggest a connection between energy, animals, and death, implying that all living beings are bound by their mortality. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of penetrating real life and seeking perfection, only to find that there is no ultimate solution. The concept of innocence being poisoned and the acceptance of anything goes further emphasize the harsh realities of existence.
The chorus repeats the statement, "I know this blackened heart, I know it tears you apart." Here, the singer acknowledges their own darkened and damaged heart, identifying with the pain and anguish it causes. This could symbolize a personal struggle with inner turmoil and its consequences on relationships with others.
The following verses explore additional themes such as violence, the lessons learned through hardship, the paradoxical beauty of life, and the repercussions faced after death. The lyrics touch upon punishment in an afterlife, a colony of fools representing societal norms, discipline, misery, and the idea that life itself is akin to a twisted carnival. The mention of a formula, clarity, and a legacy of death suggests that there is a grim pattern or cycle that seems to repeat itself.
Ultimately, "Blackened Heart" delves into the darkness that resides within all of us and the pain it inflicts on both oneself and others. It serves as a solemn exploration of the complexities of life, death, and the inner struggles that shape our existence.
Line by Line Meaning
Energy, animals, we're all death
The vitality and existence of living beings, including humans, ultimately leads to their demise
Penetrate, real life, perfection, death
Engaging deeply with reality and striving for perfection can ultimately lead to destruction and demise
Feed it, element, solution, none
Attempting to nourish and satisfy this destructive force within oneself with different factors and approaches, but finding no satisfying resolution
Innocence, poison, anything goes
Even innocence can be corrupted and poisonous, and there are no limits to what can be affected or harmed
I know this blackened heart
I am aware of the darkness and corruption within my own heart
I know it tears you apart
I understand how this darkness within myself causes emotional pain and distress
Violence, lessons, beauty of life
The destructive nature of violence can teach valuable lessons about the fragile yet profound beauty of life
Punishment, afterlife, colony of fools
The consequences and retribution for one's actions in the afterlife can become a collective punishment for those who acted foolishly
Discipline, misery, carnival of life
The strict control and order can lead to unhappiness, creating a chaotic and unpredictable experience within the journey of life
Formula, clarity, legacy of death
Following rigid patterns and seeking absolute clarity can ultimately result in a lasting legacy of destruction and mortality
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Written by: Ole Olsen
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