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1) Disturbed is an American alternative metal/hard rock band from Chicago, Illinois, formed in 1994. The band includes vocalist David Draiman, bassist John Moyer, guitarist/keyboardist Dan Donegan, and drummer Mike Wengren. Former band members are vocalist Erich Awalt and bassist Steve Kmak.
The band has released six studio albums, five of which have consecutively debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. Disturbed went into hiatus in October 2011, during which the band's members focused on various side projects, and returned in June 2015, releasing their first album in four years, Immortalized, on August 21, 2015. They also recorded and released one live album, Disturbed: Live at Red Rocks on November 18, 2016, which was recorded on August 18, 2016 at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado, located about 10 miles west of Denver, Colorado. Their seventh studio album, Evolution, was released on October 19, 2018.
Before David Draiman joined Disturbed, guitarist Dan Donegan, drummer Mike Wengren, and bassist Steve "Fuzz" Kmak were in a band called Brawl with vocalist Erich Awalt. Before changing their name to "Brawl", however, Donegan mentioned in the band's DVD, Decade of Disturbed, that the name was originally going to be "Crawl"; they switched it to "Brawl", due to the name already being used by another band. Awalt left the band shortly after the recording of a demo tape; the other three members advertised for a singer. They posted an advertisement in the local music publication in Chicago, Illinois, called the "Illinois Entertainer". Draiman answered the advertisement after going to twenty other auditions that month. Guitarist Dan Donegan commented on Draiman: "You know, out of all the singers that we had talked to or auditioned, he [Draiman] was the only singer who was ready to go with originals. And that impressed me, just to attempt that".
With regard to Draiman being the singer for the band, Donegan said, "After a minute or two, he just starts banging out these melodies that were huge...I'm playing my guitar and I'm grinning from ear to ear, trying not to give it away that I like this guy, you know, because I don't want to, you know...[say] 'Yeah, we'll give you a call back. We'll, you know, discuss it.' But I was so psyched. Chill up my spine. I'm like, 'There is something here.'" As drummer Mike Wengren commented, "We clicked right off the bat." Draiman then joined the band in 1996 and the band was renamed Disturbed. When asked in an interview why he suggested to name the band "Disturbed," Draiman said, "It had been a name I have been contemplating for a band for years. It just seems to symbolize everything we were feeling at the time. The level of conformity that people are forced into was disturbing to us and we were just trying to push the envelope and the name just sorta made sense.
Disturbed headlined the 2018 Rock Fest, along with Godsmack and Incubus. The band announced via social media in early January of 2018 that they had entered the studio to begin recording their next studio album. In June 2018 lead guitarist Dan Donegan and bassist John Moyer confirmed with sources that the new album is complete, with 100% of the songs finished it is on to just mixing and mastering. Band members also posted a picture via Instagram together at a dinner party in celebration of completion of the recording process. The band's first album in over 3 years and the band’s first album in over 8 years to have bassist John Moyer being involved in.
The album, Evolution was released on October 19, 2018. On August 16, 2018, the lead single, titled "Are You Ready" was released. On September 21, 2018, the album's second single, titled "A Reason to Fight" was released.
Disturbed's mascot, named "The Guy", was originally just a drawing of a face with a large grin, as seen on the back of the album The Sickness. The original drawing of The Guy was then edited using a digital distorting program. After the original image had been distorted three times The Guy became the official mascot for the band. Later, he would be drawn as a full figure by artist David Finch.
Classified as a heavy meta or hard roc band, Disturbed is also regarded by some critics as nu metal and alternative metal. When asked about die-hard heavy metal fans not finding Disturbed heavy enough, Draiman at one time stated:
"We probably have too much melody going on or we're not quite as turbulent or caustic. While I really love that type of music, it's not what we try to do. If we have to place things in context, we're more hard rock than heavy metal these days. The secret is that we were never really part of any particular trend, although we definitely benefited from the popularity of what was called nu metal at the time ... We never had the stereotypical attributes that those bands had. We don’t rap; there’s no turntable involved; no fusion in that respect. We play, in my opinion, classic metal. Sabbath, Maiden, Priest, Metallica, Pantera: these are the bands that made us want to play."
Allmusic reviewer Bradley Torreano described the album Believe as "taking the sort of jump that their heroes in Soundgarden and Pantera made after their respective breakthrough records". He also described the title track as moving "from a brutal chug to a sweeping chorus that suddenly stops in its tracks and turns into a winding riff that recalls the work of vintage James Hetfield". Believe is also considered by several critics to be a step away from the nu metal sound featured on The Sickness, moving towards a more hard rock and heavy metal sound that was continued in their following albums.
According to frontman David Draiman on the band home documentary M.O.L., the lyrics that he writes are inspired by actual experiences of his own, and he stated that he likes to present his ideas with cryptic lyrics. These lyrical themes range from the Judeo-Christian concept of Heaven and Hell, domestic abuse, suicide, insanity, relationships, war, to more fantasy-like themes, such as vampirism, werewolves and demons.
They have often cited their influences as Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Metallica, Pantera, Iron Maiden, Led Zeppelin, Queensryche, Nirvana, Alice in Chains and Soundgarden.
Guitarist Dan Donegan uses guitar tunings Drop C, Drop C# and Drop B (also occasionally Eb), which are lower tunings than regular E standard. These lower tunings allow for a heavier sound and quicker chord changes in Donegan's riffs. Donegan also uses subtle electronic effects, which the rest of the band refers to as "The Danny Donegan Orchestra".
2) Late 80's Thrash band who released the album Disturbing the Peace in 1988.
"Cool crossover/thrash metal. The music takes off quite a few times, especially when it comes up with contrasting mixtures, like "Comatose", which blends heavy doomy riffage with brutal death-tinged outbursts; there are also some undeveloped, but intriguing attempts at more technical thrash (the instrumental "Brain Deth", the sophisticated technical "Productive Intercourse Serial Killer"), spiced with some jolly, rock'n roll hooks. The shorter numbers are pure unbridled hardcore ("Kill 'Em"), but here come the laid-back, soft moments ("Bought & Sold", "Die Die Die"), and things are well balanced. "Evil Sensations" is a pleasant surprise near the end, being energetic thrash/crossover, with a nice technical twist, followed by the melodic, but interesting instrumental "Astronomically", leaving very good impression, partially ruined by the aggressive hardcore closer "What The Fuck". The band disliked the popularity that a novelty song like WTF produced, and it WAS a fan favorite but largely dropped from their live set in the 1990s. Due in part to the lyrics and how the band felt about the song. The band was formed in Minneapolis, MN but toured extensively all over, including the stomping grounds of the later Disturbed; Chicago! They played Jack Koshick's Milwaukee MetalFest in it's earliest days and supported Sepultura and Pestilence on tour, as well as Death and Sadus, and local legends IMPALER. Earl passed away in 2008, he is missed by all who knew him, and his MySpace page remains testament.
3) A 70s UK punk band.
4) OC ReMixer Mark Dillon.
Mine
Disturbed Lyrics
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Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Been watching for a long time, seeing the world join forces to the edge of calamity
Too many of our children have died in the never ending fight for territory
Are we born to violence?
Can we stop in time?
They say you will want to remain on your side
You'll be starting a war now if you cross that line
Turn around or face my reprisal for I have determined that this is mine
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Hey!
Been hurting for a long time feeling my heart torn open from the lack of humanity
Insanity on both sides reaping the path that guarantees our own extinction
Hate added to the stockpile filling the world with enemies, a constant battle
In the face of violence, they omit their pride
They say you will want to remain on your side
You'll be starting a war now if you cross that line
Turn around or face my reprisal for I have determined that this is mine
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You will want to remain on your side
You'll be starting a war now if you cross that line
Turn around and face my reprisal for I have determined that this is mine
We will not be broken this time
We will force the whole world to testify
Stand your ground or face our reprisal for we have determined that this is
The song "Mine" by Disturbed addresses the issue of conflict and war caused by religious differences throughout history. The opening lines suggest that the world has been joining forces towards calamity, referring to the numerous wars and conflicts caused by religious differences. The first verse questions the nature of humans, whether we are born to violence, and whether we can stop in time. It then mentions the loss of children in wars fought over territory, calling into question the justification of these conflicts.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of staying on one's own side and not crossing the line to start a war, as it will lead to reprisal. The second verse speaks of the heartache caused by a lack of humanity and how both sides are contributing to their own demise. Hate is depicted as the stockpiling of enemies, leading to an endless battle. The bridge repeats the importance of not crossing the line and facing the consequences because it has been determined that this is "mine."
The lyrics of "Mine" reflect the criticism of religious conflicts throughout history, questioning the justification behind such wars, and emphasizing the importance of staying on one's own side to prevent further conflict. The song highlights the destructive nature of hate and violence while advocating for unity and peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Been watching for a long time, seeing the world join forces to the edge of calamity
Observing how the world has come together but is still on the brink of disaster due to the conflicts created by religion.
How many of the wars have started over mankind's area we call religion?
Questioning how many wars have been initiated due to the religious beliefs of humans.
Too many of our children have died in the never ending fight for territory
Expressing sorrow at the loss of innocent lives in the endless struggle for land and power.
Are we born to violence?
Asking if humans are naturally inclined towards aggression and combat.
Can we stop in time?
Contemplating if humankind can put a halt to their violent ways before it is too late.
They say you will want to remain on your side
According to some, it is better to side with your own beliefs rather than risking a war.
You'll be starting a war now if you cross that line
Warns that a simple act of crossing a psychological boundary could lead to a full-blown conflict.
Turn around or face my reprisal for I have determined that this is mine
Deciding to defend one's beliefs and property against any possible disputes.
Been hurting for a long time feeling my heart torn open from the lack of humanity
Experiencing emotional pain due to the lack of compassion and empathy in the world.
Insanity on both sides reaping the path that guarantees our own extinction
Pointing out the senseless actions of both sides that may lead to their own destruction.
Hate added to the stockpile filling the world with enemies, a constant battle
Stating that the accumulation of hatred is fueling the everlasting cycle of conflict and hostility.
In the face of violence, they omit their pride
When confronted with aggression, some people let go of their ego and put their safety first.
Turn around or face my reprisal for I have determined that this is mine
Choosing to defend oneself against any possible threats to their beliefs or property.
We will not be broken this time
Expressing a strong resolve to resist and win against any challenges.
We will force the whole world to testify
Striving to make the world acknowledge and recognize their cause and actions.
Stand your ground or face our reprisal for we have determined that this is
Threatening to retaliate if anyone interferes with or opposes their stance.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAN DONEGAN, DAVID DRAIMAN, MICHAEL WENGREN, MIKE WENGREN
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on Land of Confusion
It's a cover of a Genesis song!