1) Formed in 1991… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with the name Criminal.
1) Formed in 1991 in Santiago, Chile, Criminal’s intense blend of thrash metal, death metal and hardcore made them rise quickly to the forefront of the thriving South American metal scene.
After releasing two demos that created a buzz in the South American and worldwide metal underground and supporting bands such as Kreator and Sepultura, Criminal signed a deal with major label BMG. Their first two albums, “Victimized” (1994) and “Dead Soul” (1996), went on to sell in excess of 10,000 copies each in their home country alone whilst the band enjoyed extensive video airplay on MTV Latino, touring most of the subcontinent including support slots with heavyweights such as Slayer, Exodus, Motörhead and Bruce Dickinson. The video clip for the song “Collide” (off the album “Dead Soul”) was nominated in the “Best Rock Video” category for the MTV Latino Video Music Awards, and Criminal played in front of over 50,000 people at Colombia’s prestigious Rock al Parque festival.
In 1998 Criminal embarked on their first ever US tour, taking part in the famed Milwaukee Metal Fest as well as supporting the likes of Testament, The Haunted and Overkill at selected club shows.
Upon their return from the US and being forced to part ways with the semi-bankrupt Chilean BMG branch, Criminal took matters into their own hands releasing the self-produced “Cancer” album (1999). Just like their previous output “Dead Soul”, “Cancer” was snapped up for the European market by Metal Blade Records, being greeted with an overwhelming response from both metal press and fans.
Frustrated with the state of the South American music scene, the creative core of the band (guitarist/vocalist Anton Reisenegger and guitarist Rodrigo Contreras) relocated to Europe in 2001, soon regrouping in a half-Chilean, half-British line-up with drummer Zac O’Neil (ex-Extreme Noise Terror) and Robin Eaglestone (ex-Cradle of Filth). The line-up also featured additional keyboards by Mark Royce. One of the band’s first live appearances on European soil was at Wacken Open Air, where they played one of the main stages to an enthusiastic crowd despite the early hour.
Criminal soon released the album “No Gods No Masters” (2004), a boldly experimental affair which reflected changes the band had been through in recent times, resulting in extreme, genre-bending songs. Bass duties on “No Gods” were handled by both guitarists, as Eaglestone had been ousted due to personal and business differences.
After touring Europe supporting Six Feet Under, Criminal returned to the four-piece format and the visceral thrash riffs of their early days to release “Sicario” (2005), their most accomplished piece of work to date, only a year after “No Gods”. Featuring original bass player Juan Cueto to temporarily replace the departed Eaglestone, “Sicario” was hailed by the metal press as one of the year’s top thrash albums, being voted by the readers of Terrorizer magazine into the Top Ten Albums of the Year. Criminal played successful shows in support of their new release, opening shows for acts like Chimaira, Brujeria and Lamb of God, as well as taking part in several festivals in Mainland Europe.
With a new line-up featuring Reisenegger, Contreras, O’Neil and new addition Dan Biggin (bass), Criminal released their new album 'White Hell' on 27th February 2009.
2) Criminal is an Ambient and Wave producer releasing "psychoactive recordings" on Delysid.
3) Criminal is a podcast about crime.
4) Criminal is a rock band from the 80s, featuring Patty Zander.
IDOL
Criminal Lyrics
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Old man. scorned
Distrust. blackmail
Painful growth
I belong to you
I was torn from
Your flesh
Now i see through
Your eyes
Rebel angel
Serves no master
Looks back guilty
Fought and lost
Fear not
Let go
Free your soul
Just like you
You'll live on
In the life of the son
Of my son
The lyrics of Criminal's song "Idol" express the idea of the fallen idol, an old man who has been scorned and blackmailed because of his past. The image of the fallen idol conveys a sense of disappointment and disillusionment, as a once-celebrated figure has lost his reputation and standing. The lyrics suggest that the idol has undergone a painful growth process, perhaps a process of self-reflection and atonement for past transgressions. The use of the word "old" implies that the fallen idol has been around for a while, and that his downfall is the result of his own actions.
The lyrics also speak of belonging, of being torn from flesh and becoming one with someone else. This suggests a sense of deep connection and intimacy, and implies that the fallen idol is seeking redemption through a relationship or bond with someone else. The line "Now I see through your eyes" represents a kind of merging of identities, where the fallen idol has taken on the perspective and worldview of someone else.
In the end, the lyrics suggest that the fallen idol should not fear, but should let go and free his soul. This can be interpreted as a call to accept one's past and move forward, to let go of guilt and regret, and to embrace a new way of being. The final lines of the song "Just like you, you'll live on in the life of the son, of my son" suggest that the fallen idol's legacy will continue through future generations, and that his influence will continue to be felt long after he is gone.
Line by Line Meaning
Fallen idol
Someone who was once looked up to has lost their status and respect
Old man. scorned
A man who is no longer held in high regard due to his past actions
Distrust. blackmail
A situation where one person does not trust another and is using information against them
Painful growth
The process of developing and maturing can be difficult and uncomfortable
I belong to you
I am devoted and committed to you
I was torn from
I was separated or removed from my original place or position
Your flesh
Your physical being, your essence
I become you
I am now a part of you, I have taken on your traits and characteristics
Now I see through
I have gained a greater understanding or insight into something
Your eyes
I am viewing the world from your perspective
Rebel angel
A person who goes against traditional or expected ways, yet still has redeeming qualities
Serves no master
Not beholden to anyone, independent and free
Looks back guilty
Regrets and feelings of remorse for past actions
Fought and lost
Tried to succeed in something but ultimately failed
Fear not
Do not be afraid
Let go
Release your hold on something or someone
Free your soul
Liberate yourself from any constraints or limitations
Just like you
Similar to you or in the same way as you
You'll live on
Your legacy and memory will continue
In the life of the son
Through the future generations of your family
Of my son
Through the lineage of the artist's own child
Contributed by Kylie H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@stangidle5924
I love this! ❤️Keep up the good work!
@leahcimoyatse5511
Thanks for your words! I will make a video soon. I just need to finish stuff.
@chantil_ly
I love static and his songs and its very convenient to have a long soundtrack of the BSS songs.
@leahcimoyatse5511
Yea xD
@mr.eeggbert1340
What's bbs
@MultiBlazingPhoenix
Just for anyone whos gonna complain about the logic of episode 0, its hardly an actual episode, more of an information spread with a great tune
@leahcimoyatse5511
Yea. Thanks for that.
@heavenzrevenge
I mean Episode 0 for anything clearly is used for expository or story information. Still its better to point it out
@_UGW_
Episode 0 is pretty much an opening to it
@owencole2406
MultiBlazingPhoenix it would be like a title scene