1) A Japanese band
2) A band from … Read Full Bio ↴Deadman refers to six artists:
1) A Japanese band
2) A band from Texas
3) Another one from Northern Ireland
4) A black metal band from Italy
5) An indie-rock power trio from Madrid, Spain
6) Hardcore techno DJ who is part of Core-tex Labs. He is also known as Zip le Robot.
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1) deadman formed in Nagoya at the end of 2000 out of remnants of Lamiel and kein, two closely-knit bands at the forefront of the Nagoya visual kei scene. Mako (vocals), aie (guitar), and yukino (bass), all formerly of kein teamed with Toki (ex.Lamiel) for the original lineup.
Soon after their first CD release, yukino left to start his own band, and soon after Takamasa joined as their new bass player. not until 2005 did the lineup change again, when Takamasa left and Kazuya joined, completing the final incarnation of the band.
Their music is influenced by various sources, blending Japanese and western styles. They have often been compared to MERRY GO ROUND (well-known in the mid-90's Nagoya scene) and generally to the western grunge style of the early 90's deadman ended their activities as a band in mid-2006. It is unknown whether or not they will work together as deadman again.
2) Steven and Sherilyn Collins, the Texas pair otherwise known as Deadman formed in 2001. www.myspace.com/deadman
3) A duo from Northern Ireland. They use traditional rock band instruments and modern technology to make their music.
5) Although based in Spain, Deadman is an expat band, comprising 2 Englishmen and a powerful Peruvian drummer. Influences are many and diverse - ranging from the darkness of Bauhaus to Ash's ingenuity and the dirty punk of the Pixies. A contagious rhythm section, hypnotic guitar solos and deeply personal lyrics. Deadman write and perform somber, powerful songs, full of barely contained rage. They create a pathway to an abyss full of melancholy and intensity. Deadman is a journey to unknown shores - that at the same time seem very familiar. Deadman can be found at http://www.deadman.es
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Deadman Lyrics
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Aisareta ito negau yowasa wo kakushite
Itami ijou ni kawaku nagareru chi wa
Hitori wa iya to negau yowasa wo kakushite
[nani mo chigawanai] to sousei no purizuna ga sawagu
[nani mo kamo chigau] to kousokui ni me wo fuserumad
Yandeiru no wa ore nano ka?
Shinjiru no wa jibun dake de ii uke irerarete mo imi wa nai
Itami kunou* de sashi dasu yubi ni chi ga
Suberi ochita shunkan yowasa wo chiru leave taking
Mad
Kurutteiru no wa sekai ka soretomo ore nano ka
Seihi wa ima mo wakaranai kedo saikopasu to yobarete mo
Miru no wa genkaku janai yo no naka ni shitagau ki wa nai kara
The lyrics to Deadman's song "Circus" speak of pain and weakness hidden behind a facade of strength. The first verse describes how the flowing blood, once a source of pride and affection, has now become a marker of pain and suffering that the singer hides from others. The second verse amplifies this feeling, as the blood flows faster, overwhelming the singer until they wish to be alone.
The chorus references a struggle between the mixed messages around them – whispers of conformity versus the need for independent thought. The uncertainty and frustration build, as the singer questions where their anger is directed and their own sanity, all while never finding satisfaction with any answer.
The third verse brings the pain to a physical level, as the singer imagines the moment of letting go, when blood slips from their hand and weakness is revealed. The song ends with a final acknowledgement of the confusion and instability that exist, even as the singer craves a sense of belonging and meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
Itami shoudou hateta nagareru chi wa
The blood that flows from a wound that has lost its throbbing pain
Aisareta ito negau yowasa wo kakushite
Hiding the weakness of hoping to be loved
Itami ijou ni kawaku nagareru chi wa
The blood that flows beyond the pain and dries up
Hitori wa iya to negau yowasa wo kakushite
Hiding the weakness of wishing not to be alone
[nani mo chigawanai] to sousei no purizuna ga sawagu
The particles of creation resonating with [nothing is wrong]
[nani mo kamo chigau] to kousokui ni me wo fuserumad
Speeding up, never averting your eyes from [anything at all]
Iradachi wa doko e?
Where does anger go?
Yandeiru no wa ore nano ka?
Am I the one who is sick?
Shinjiru no wa jibun dake de ii uke irerarete mo imi wa nai
Believing in oneself alone is pointless, even if it's enough to be accepted
Itami kunou* de sashi dasu yubi ni chi ga
Blood dripping from the fingers that poke at pain and suffering
Suberi ochita shunkan yowasa wo chiru leave taking
Scattering weakness as I slip away
Mad
Insane
Kurutteiru no wa sekai ka soretomo ore nano ka
Is it the world that's going crazy, or is it me?
Seihi wa ima mo wakaranai kedo saikopasu to yobarete mo
I still don't understand the meaning of life, even if I am called a psycho
Miru no wa genkaku janai yo no naka ni shitagau ki wa nai kara
I don't have the awareness to follow what's not an illusion
Contributed by Landon M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.