They had to change their name to Dezerter because of the reaction of the Communist authorities (SS-20 was a clear reference to a type of Soviet ICBM).
Dezerter is regarded as one of the most influential bands in Polish rock. With fast guitar riffs and intelligent lyrics written by Grabowski, its concerts have drawn thousands of fans. Its LPs were very popular, especially in the late 80s and early 90s.
The most famous Dezerter concert took place during the 1984 Jarocin Festival in Jarocin, Poland and it was attended by some 20,000 people. The concert was recorded and later parts of it were released on the "Underground out of Poland" LP. Dezerter still remains the only Polish hardcore/punk band that toured Japan.
In March 2006 a 2-CD tribute album was released containing Dezerter covers played by various Polish bands. The first CD contains HC/Punk bands like Apatia, Schizma, Wlochaty, WC, Analogs etc. while the second has bands playing different syles of music (new wave, reggae, electro-punk, hiphop, folk, rockabilly etc.) giving their own character to the old Polish Punk classics. The album is called "Nie Ma Zagrozenia - Jest Dezerter".
Dezerter's official website: http://www.dezerter.most.org.pl
Discography:
KU PRZYSZLOSCI 7" (Tonpress, 1983)
JESZCZE ZYWY CZLOWIEK tape (1984)
IZOLACJA split tape w/ unknown bands from U.S.S.R. (1985)
UNDERGROUND OUT OF POLAND LP (MRR, 1987)
KOLABORACJA LP (Razem, 1987)
KOLABORACJA II LP (Poljazz, 1988)
WSZYSCY PREZECIWKO WSZYSTKIM LP (Arston, 1990)
LIVE IN JAPAN 7" (?)
BLASFEMIA LP (Izabelin, 1992)
DEZERTER 7" (NNNW, 1993)
HISTORIA CD/tape (Silverton, 1993 - compiles material from 1981-1992, including some unreleased songs)
ILE PROCENT DUSZY? CD/tape (Polton, 1994)
DEUTER CD/tape (Polton, 1995)
MAM KLY MAM PAZURY CD/tape (Polton/Warner, 1996)
ZIEMIA JEST PLASKA LP/CD/tape (NNNW, 1998)
DECYDUJACE STARCIE (2001)
NIELEGALNY ZABOJCA CZASU (Metal Mind, 2004)
XXI wiek
Dezerter Lyrics
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XXI wiek degeneracja
XXI wiek wiek bezprawia i głodu
XXI wiek zagłada narodów
XXI wiek
XXI wiek
XXI wiek kominy krematoryjne
XXI wiek politycy i szydercy
XXI wiek praworządni mordercy
XXI wiek
XXI wiek
The lyrics of Dezerter's song "XXI wiek" reflect a deeply critical perspective on the 21st century, which the band sees as characterized by hidden occupation, degeneration, hunger, lawlessness, and the destruction of nations. The song begins by stating that a new form of occupation exists in the 21st century, one that is hidden and insidious. It then goes on to describe the degeneration of society and politics, reflected in hunger, the destruction of nations, and a breakdown of order. The chorus - simply "XXI wiek" repeated twice - underscores just how pervasive and systemic these problems are.
The second verse is even more hard-hitting, describing concentration camps and crematoria, as well as "lawful murderers." This verse echoes the horrors of World War II and the Holocaust while also pointing to the continuing presence of genocide, repression, and political violence in the world. The message of the song is clear: the 21st century has not escaped the dark legacies of the past.
Overall, the lyrics of "XXI wiek" reflect Dezerter's punk roots and their focus on social and political critique. The song presents a bleak picture of the contemporary world and its problems, yet it also suggests that resistance and activism are still possible. By naming the dark realities of our times and drawing attention to them in this way, the band urges listeners to take action and work for change.
Line by Line Meaning
XXI wiek skryta okupacja
The 21st century is marked by a hidden occupation
XXI wiek degeneracja
The 21st century is a period of degeneration
XXI wiek wiek bezprawia i głodu
The 21st century is characterized by lawlessness and famine
XXI wiek zagłada narodów
The 21st century is the destruction of nations
XXI wiek
The 21st century
XXI wiek obozy koncentracyjne
The 21st century has concentration camps
XXI wiek kominy krematoryjne
The 21st century has crematorium chimneys
XXI wiek politycy i szydercy
The 21st century has politicians and scoffers
XXI wiek praworządni mordercy
The 21st century has murderers enforcing the law
XXI wiek
The 21st century
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@poipoipoi090909
sztos totalny. jakze aktualne. jak caly dezerter
@peatbull3426
Ale oni to przewidzieli!!
@gwidonpuk4047
Postęp techniczny wszędzie się wydziera...
@h35biznez
1987 rok wydania 🙀 sztos
@bartbunt2441
OGIEŃ I MOC drzemie w DEZERTER-rze !!!!!!!!!!!!
@martinstef200
Kocham was
@zenkaimiski2489
Nie przewidzieli skretynienia społeczeństwa.
@TheMadmat76
Przewidzieli - złota polska mło....
@kasiakowalska500
Przewidzieli to bardzo dokładnie - Np, POSTĘP, POLSKA ZŁOTA MŁODZIEŻ itd
@joannab6531
Zaskakująco aktualne niestety