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"
Syndrome
Deathstars Lyrics
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It eats and it burns and it rapes and it turns
Such an infested thing laying eggs within
They hatch in your lungs with dirty tongues
I'm gonna touch you inside
I'm gonna be your little child
Right where your blood runs wild
Such a violent syndrome taped to your spine
It's a virus storm and it's about to be born
Such a violent word that wants to be heard
You got me deep within and under your skin
I'm gonna touch you inside
I'm gonna be your little child
Right where your blood runs wild
Inside, that's where I'll hide
The lyrics to Deathstars's "Syndrome" are dark and gritty, creating an ominous atmosphere that matches the song's heavy industrial sound. The song speaks about a disease that is not only physical, but also psychological in nature. The disease is described as "dirty" and "infested," with the ability to lay eggs and hatch within the lungs of its victim. The violence of the disease is further highlighted in the lyrics, with phrases such as "it eats and it burns and it rapes and it turns" and "such a violent syndrome taped to your spine."
The singer in the song appears to be a manifestation of the disease itself, stating that they will "be your little child" and "hide inside." The sickness is personified as a force that wants to be heard and recognized, and the singer seems to be taunting their victim with their power and inevitable control.
Overall, "Syndrome" is a haunting portrayal of the destructive power of disease and the sinister nature of illness.
Line by Line Meaning
Such a dirty disease fights under your skin
A disease has taken hold of your body and is causing damage to your physical and emotional well-being.
It eats and it burns and it rapes and it turns
The disease is causing extreme discomfort, both physically and emotionally, and is taking control of your thoughts and actions.
Such an infested thing laying eggs within
The disease is multiplying and spreading within the body, causing further damage and disruption.
They hatch in your lungs with dirty tongues
The eggs that have been laid inside the body have now hatched, resulting in respiratory problems and difficulty breathing.
I'm gonna touch you inside
The artist desires to gain control over the listener and their emotions/life situation.
I'm gonna be your little child
The singer intends to take a subservient role in the relationship, but will still have control over the listener's life.
Right where your blood runs wild
The singer will have control over the deepest parts of the listener's being, manipulating their emotions and thoughts.
Inside, that's where I'll hide
The artist will take up residence within the listener, gaining control over them without them knowing.
Such a violent syndrome taped to your spine
The disease is now so entrenched in the listener's body that it has become part of their physical structure, causing constant pain and disruption.
It's a virus storm and it's about to be born
The disease is becoming more and more powerful, and is about to cause even more damage and disruption.
Such a violent word that wants to be heard
The disease is a metaphor for the singer's desire for control over the listener, and the violence that comes with that desire.
You got me deep within and under your skin
The artist has already gained a significant amount of control over the listener, and is now embedded within them, able to manipulate them at will.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREAS BERGH, EMIL NODTVEIDT, ERIK HALVORSEN, OLE OHMAN
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@HARDROCKRAMMSTEINFAN
rammstein+marilyn manson= deathstars. I love this formula
@CellStudios55
Nothing similar between those three bands/artists.
@mohbou9187
Rammstein number 1
Marilyn manson number 2
Deathstars number 3
@Transilvanian90
@@CellStudios55 There are lots of similarities. It's industrial metal, a sound reminiscent of Rammstein with a lot of Manson-like imagery.
@ondrejhronec9220
@SINGLE PLAYER marry Me !
@ruger51995
Exceot manson has 1 good song . Deep six is kickass but thats it
@SweatyHaggis
Deathstars were a lot darker sounding during synthetic generation, I hope they return to that.
@lokeforce8905
They will not make any more albums. But synthetic generation is the best album.
@xelou40
LokeForce their new album will be released early 2020 ... just so you know.
@Rafael-kr6zv
SG was the best for sure