Formation, Synthetic Generation (2000-2003)
Stockholm's Deathstars is, in fact, a metamorphosed version of 1993 founded heavy metal act Swordmaster, featuring former Dissection drummer Ole Öhman ("Bone W Machine") and guitarist Emil Nodtveidt ("Nightmare Industries"). Deathstars was fronted by Andreas Bergh ("Whiplasher Bernadotte") and saw Erik Halvorsen ("Beast X Electric") on guitar. The band took on both a radical image and change in musical direction for the album Synthetic Generation.
Synthetic Generation first surfaced in Sweden during March 2002 on LED Recordings, but would be picked up for European release by the German Nuclear Blast label the following year.
Originally only a live bass player for Deathstars, Jonas Kangur ("Skinny Disco") became an official member on October 1, 2003.
Termination Bliss, new line-up (2004-2006)
Plans to commence recording of a second album in June 2004 were delayed as, returning home from an appearance at the Wave Gotik Treffen festival in Leipzig, Germany, Deathstars had over $15,000 worth of gear stolen from their tour bus. The band later landed the support to the resurrected Dissection at their Stockholm Lilla Arenan gig in late October.
Deathstars undertook album recordings in early 2005 at the band's own Black Syndicate Studios for the Termination Bliss album.
In outside activity, both Emil Nodtveidt and bassist Skinny scored production credits on the Dissection album Reinkaos. Deathstars also remixed the track "Vyperpunk" on Dope Stars Inc's Neuromance album.
The band parted ways with guitarist Erik Halvorsen in August, citing "lack of enthusiasm."
Termination Bliss saw release in January 2006. Limited edition variants added a "Driven On" remix of the track "Blitzkrieg" by Mortiis.
The band supported Cradle of Filth on their 2006 tour through Europe.
In September 2006 Deathstars' website announced that Eric Bäckman ("Cat Casino") was now a full time guitarist for Deathstars.
Deathglam and current events (2007-Present)
In September 2007 Deathstars' website announced that they would open shows for Korn on their European tour throughout January and February 2008. Deathstars headlined a few shows on their own between the dates they perform with Korn. Later, it was announced that "Bone W Machine" would not partake in the upcoming European tour with Korn due to personal reasons. Bergh attributed this to the fact that the drummer "had to take care of his family back home".
On 29 October 2007 Deathstars entered Metrosonic Recording Studios in NYC to begin the recording of their third studio album. The mixing was set for January 2008 with the album scheduled for release during Spring 2008. In a January 2008 interview, Bergh revealed that Deathstars' third studio album would be titled Deathglam.
Also, in May 2008 Nuclear Blast released an ultimate edition of the bands second album 'Termination Bliss' called 'Termination Bliss Extended' containing a CD and DVD. This contains 1 bonus track, "Termination Bliss (Piano Version)", but does not include "Blitzkrieg (Driven On Version)". The special-DVD includes all the music videos and special "making of" of them. They have also released a single DVD entitled 'Termination Bliss EXTENTION"
Babylon
Deathstars Lyrics
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And I will do it for you
Say who you want me to do
And I will do her too
And in the backstreets
All the demons (laugh as hell)
The wand some more
And you wait to score
They come in lines
To welcome you
They're shining through?
? From Babylon
And the sights
Will pierce your eyes
Babylon
With nightmares
On both sides
Babylon
Watch how I strangle this
It is the infamous kiss
Watch when I lick your fists
I'll give 'em endless bliss
And the baby avatars
Invites me
With their nymphlike lips
Blackish uniformed shapes
On stolen tapes.
Private hardcore flicks
They come in lines
To welcome you
They're shining through?
? From Babylon
And the sights
Will pierce your eyes
Babylon
With nightmares
On both sides
Babylon
Hold these hounds now
I want you to see
The thousand ways
That lead to terror
Hold these hounds now
I want you to feel
The endless grounds
That are from horror
They come in lines
To welcome you
They're shining through?
The human nakedness rides
On the back of hell
The virgins sex up their lives
And I wish them well
The lyrics of "Babylon" by Deathstars explore themes of sexuality, power, and hedonism. The singer of the song is presented as someone who is willing to do anything to please their partner, including engaging in sexual acts with other people. The song seems to be a commentary on the seedy underbelly of society, the dark side of human nature, and the allure of taboo behaviors.
The first two lines suggest a willingness to participate in any sexual act requested, no matter how taboo or objectionable. The subsequent lines describe the setting of the song, a seedy back alley where demons, dobermans, and other nefarious characters engage in hedonistic pursuits. The singer describes being invited into this world of debauchery, represented by "baby avatars" (perhaps a reference to internet culture), and being shown "private hardcore flicks."
The chorus ("They come in lines...") underscores the sense of overwhelming temptation offered by this world. The final lines ("The human nakedness rides...") suggest that the singer is content to observe and revel in the excesses of others, even if they do not indulge themselves. Ultimately, the lyrics of "Babylon" seem to offer a critique of society's willingness to indulge in taboo behaviors, and the dangers of allowing oneself to be consumed by desire.
Line by Line Meaning
Say what you want me to do
I will follow your command.
And I will do it for you
I will act according to your will.
Say who you want me to do
I will fulfill your desire for someone.
And I will do her too
I will have sex with the person of your choice.
And in the backstreets
In the hidden places, away from the public eye.
All the demons (laugh as hell)
The evil spirits are amused and entertained.
The wand some more
They continue their wicked activities.
Dobermans rasing Cain (in this loveless game)
Fierce dogs are causing chaos in this hopeless situation.
And you wait to score
You are eagerly waiting to win.
They come in lines
People gather in a queue.
To welcome you
To receive you warmly.
They're shining through?
Are they radiating brightness?
? From Babylon
Originating from a place of sin and corruption.
And the sights
What is being observed.
Will pierce your eyes
Will deeply affect you emotionally and visually.
Babylon
A place of decadence and moral decline.
With nightmares
Filled with horrifying experiences.
On both sides
From all directions.
Watch how I strangle this
Observe how I execute this.
It is the infamous kiss
A destructive and infamous embrace.
Watch when I lick your fists
Notice how I pleasure you in a submissive manner.
I'll give 'em endless bliss
I'll provide them with everlasting happiness.
And the baby avatars
Juvenile and naive incarnations.
Invites me
Entice me to come closer.
With their nymphlike lips
With alluring and tempting young mouths.
Blackish uniformed shapes
Dark and shapeless figures.
On stolen tapes.
Recorded without permission.
Private hardcore flicks
Videos containing explicit content.
Hold these hounds now
Take control of these wild dogs.
I want you to see
I want you to witness and understand.
The thousand ways
The countless methods.
That lead to terror
That cause overwhelming fear and panic.
Hold these hounds now
Control these unruly creatures.
I want you to feel
I want you to experience and comprehend.
The endless grounds
The infinite spaces.
That are from horror
That originate from a source of fright and distress.
The human nakedness rides
The vulnerability of humankind is exposed.
On the back of hell
As a result of being consumed by evil and wrongdoing.
The virgins sex up their lives
Inexperienced young adults engage in a hedonistic lifestyle.
And I wish them well
And I hope they find what they are looking for.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREAS BERGH, EMIL NODTVEIDT, RIKARD PER LOFGREN
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