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 HÃ¥kon 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 HÃ¥kon Mella, Bjoern Petersen, Syn M, Shaun Frandsen & Jon H.
The band's website is at: www.combichrist.com
Like To Thank My Buddies
Combichrist Lyrics
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For sticking the knife in my back
I'd like to thank my buddies
For twisting the knife in my back
For twisting the knife in my back
For twisting the knife in my back
I'd like to thank my buddies
For sticking the knife in my back
I'd like to thank my buddies
For twisting the knife in my back (x2)
For twisting the knife in my back
The lyrics to Combichrist's song Like to Thank My Buddies are an expression of gratitude towards allegedly backstabbing friends. The repetition of the phrases "For sticking the knife in my back" and "For twisting the knife in my back" emphasizes the pain and betrayal that the singer has experienced. The use of the word "buddies" instead of "friends" suggests a certain level of sarcasm or bitterness towards the people being thanked. This song may be seen as a commentary on toxic friendships and the difficulties of navigating social relationships.
Psychoanalytically speaking, the lyrics can be viewed as a cathartic release of pent-up anger and frustration towards so-called friends who have hurt, deceived, or betrayed the singer. The use of a recurring, catchy chorus may also serve as a coping mechanism to help the singer deal with the pain and trauma of having their trust violated. It is possible that the lyrics were inspired by personal experiences or the experiences of people close to the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
I'd like to thank my buddies
Sarcastic expression of gratitude towards friends
For sticking the knife in my back
Acknowledgement of betrayal by those considered friends
For twisting the knife in my back
Further acknowledgement of betrayal and pain caused by friends
For twisting the knife in my back (x2)
Repetition of the pain caused by friends, emphasizing the hurt
Contributed by Savannah S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.