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
Prince of E-Ville
Combichrist Lyrics
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What ya thinking being a flirt?
What ya thinking wearing PVC?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking smelling like a dead hand?
What ya thinking digging that band?
What ya thinking doing your dance?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking smokin' those cloves?
What ya thinking wearin' those gloves?
What ya thinking using that cane?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking smelling like dirt?
Bad poetry of pain and hurt?
What ya thinking flashing your fangs?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
"Could you be any more Gothic pretentious?"
"How dare you speak to the Prince of E-ville that way you slut"
"Prince of E-ville?! You work at fucking Dairy Queen"
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
What ya thinking?
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The lyrics to Combichrist's "Prince of E-Ville" are a commentary on the alternative subculture and the judgment and scrutiny that its members often face. The lyrics ask a series of rhetorical questions, questioning the judgments of those who do not understand the choices of the subculture members. The song starts with the lines "What ya thinking wearing that skirt? What ya thinking being a flirt? What ya thinking wearing PVC? What ya thinking?" Through these lines, the lyrics ask why it is considered wrong to wear certain types of clothing or act a certain way. The following lines also ask why it is wrong to smoke clove cigarettes or use a cane, among other things. The chorus of the song consists of the repeated line, "What ya thinking?"
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more confrontational, with a conversation taking place between two people. One person asks, "Could you be any more Gothic pretentious?" and the response is, "How dare you speak to the Prince of E-ville that way you slut." This exchange highlights the defensive nature of the subculture and how they often face criticism and mockery from those who do not understand them.
Overall, "Prince of E-Ville" is a critical commentary on the attitudes and biases that exist against the alternative subculture, with the lyrics urging listeners to question their own judgments and prejudices.
Interesting facts about "Prince of E-Ville":
Interesting Facts
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Line by Line Meaning
What ya thinking wearing that skirt?
Why did you wear that skirt? What does it say about you and your intentions?
What ya thinking being a flirt?
What led you to want to flirt? What do you hope to gain from it?
What ya thinking wearing PVC?
Why did you choose to wear that PVC outfit? What kind of image are you trying to portray?
What ya thinking smelling like a dead hand?
Why do you smell like a rotting corpse? What message are you trying to send with that smell?
What ya thinking digging that band?
Why are you such a fan of that band? What do they represent to you?
What ya thinking doing your dance?
Why are you dancing like that? What kind of statement are you making through your movement?
What ya thinking smokin' those cloves?
Why are you smoking those clove cigarettes? What do they bring to your life?
What ya thinking wearin' those gloves?
Why do you wear those gloves? What do they do for your image or comfort?
What ya thinking using that cane?
Why do you walk with a cane? What does it add to your character?
What ya thinking smelling like dirt?
Why do you smell like dirt? What is the purpose behind that scent?
Bad poetry of pain and hurt?
Why do you write such bad poetry? What is the source of your pain and hurt?
What ya thinking flashing your fangs?
Why are you showing your fangs? What does it say about you or your intentions?
"Could you be any more Gothic pretentious?"
Someone is calling out your pretentiousness, particularly your excessive enthusiasm towards Gothic subcultures
"How dare you speak to the Prince of E-ville that way you slut"
You hold yourself to a higher standard and any disrespect towards you will not be tolerated
"Prince of E-ville?! You work at fucking Dairy Queen"
Someone is criticizing you for calling yourself the Prince of E-ville despite having a lowly job like working at Dairy Queen
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