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 metal or hard rock 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."
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".
The Curse
Disturbed Lyrics
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Just a time bomb ticking inside
No hope for the hopeless,
I can see the pieces all laid out in front of me
No point even asking why
Couldn't help even if you tried
Step aside or you might just be the next contestant
Devastation, Obliteration
Are all to the point of Exacerbation
There's no explaining my situation now,
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
Too dark for forgiveness, I
Can't seem to do anything right
When I try to rebuild I see my humble shelter
Just fall to the ground again
Object to the evil eye
No point to let anyone try
Take heed my friend lest you be torn asunder
Like all that's become of me
Decimation, Disintegration
Now beyond the point of imagination,
There's no explaining my situation now
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now, (Will my inner strength)
Will my inner strength get me through it some how (Defying the curse)
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
The lyrics to "The Curse" depict a person who is on the brink of self-destruction. They feel marked for demolition and like a time bomb ticking inside. They see no hope for themselves and can see the pieces of their life laid out in front of them. They have been cursed, and this has led to their devastation and obliteration, to the point where there's no explaining their situation. Despite this, they refuse to let go and are determined never to be overcome.
The theme of the song is undoubtedly one of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The singer is facing an almost insurmountable challenge, but they are determined not to give up or let the curse defeat them. The lyrics advise added a warning to those who might question why this is happening to the singer. It suggests that some things cannot be explained, and sometimes it's better to accept something rather than try to understand it.
Interesting facts about "The Curse" include that it is the fourth single from Disturbed's fourth studio album "Asylum." The song is also the shortest track on the album, with a runtime of just over four minutes. The song's genesis came from lead vocalist David Draiman, who was going through a difficult time in his life when writing the album. The music video for the song features footage of live performances of the song, giving it a raw feel that complements the song's power. The album debuted at number-one on the Billboard 200 chart, and the band toured the world supporting the album, including playing at the 2011 Download Festival in the UK.
Chords:
Verse: B5 - C#5 - D#5
Chorus: B5 - D#5 - C#5 - D#5
Line by Line Meaning
Marked for demolition, I'm
I am destined for destruction and ruin.
Just a time bomb ticking inside
I am full of internal turmoil and anxiety that will eventually explode.
No hope for the hopeless,
I am in a hopeless state with no recourse for improvement.
I can see the pieces all laid out in front of me
I am fully aware of the impending disaster that awaits me.
No point even asking why
There is no use in trying to understand or reason with my current situation.
Couldn't help even if you tried
No one can help me escape from this fate, no matter how much they try.
Step aside or you might just be the next contestant
If you get too close to me, you may become a victim of the destruction that follows me.
To feel the Brutality!
You will experience the full force of the destruction that follows me.
Devastation, Obliteration
Complete destruction and annihilation.
Are all to the point of Exacerbation
My situation has reached the point of extreme aggravation.
There's no explaining my situation now,
My situation is inexplicable and beyond comprehension.
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I am frustrated and cannot understand why I am plagued with such misfortune.
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
I have fought for too long to give up now.
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
I am relying on my own inner strength to pull through this difficult time.
Defying the curse that has taken hold
I am rebelling against the fate that has been imposed upon me.
Never surrender,
I will never give up or accept defeat.
I'll never be overcome!
I will emerge victorious and not be defeated by my situation.
Too dark for forgiveness, I
My actions have taken me to a point where forgiveness is impossible.
Can't seem to do anything right
I cannot seem to make any progress or achieve any successes.
When I try to rebuild I see my humble shelter
Every attempt I make to rebuild is shattered by further disaster.
Just fall to the ground again
My efforts are always in vain and result in failure.
Object to the evil eye
I am rebelling against the curse and any ill-will directed towards me.
No point to let anyone try
I do not want anyone to try and save me because it is a lost cause.
Take heed my friend lest you be torn asunder
Beware, my fate may also befall you if you get too close to me.
Like all that's become of me
I have become a victim of the curse and am now in a state of destruction.
Decimation, Disintegration
Complete ruin and disintegration.
Now beyond the point of imagination,
My situation has surpassed the point of what people can comprehend or imagine.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAN DONEGAN, DAVID DRAIMAN, MICHAEL WENGREN, MIKE WENGREN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@paidian40
Marked for demolition, I'm
Just a time bomb ticking inside
No hope for the hopeless,
I can see the pieces all laid out in front of me
No point even asking why
Couldn't help even if you tried
Step aside or you might just be the next contestant
To feel the Brutality!
Devastation, Obliteration
Are all to the point of Exacerbation
There's no explaining my situation now,
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
Too dark for forgiveness, I
Can't seem to do anything right
When I try to rebuild I see my humble shelter
Just fall to the ground again
Object to the evil eye
No point to let anyone try
Take heed my friend lest you be torn asunder
Like all that's become of me
Decimation, Disintegration
Now beyond the point of imagination,
There's no explaining my situation now
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now, (Will my inner strength)
Will my inner strength get me through it some how (Defying the curse)
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
@alternativerockemo6783
imagine not experiencing "Decadence", "Dehumanized" and "Pain Redifined" as a kid from Need For Speed Underground game series in the early 2000's
imagine not discovering "Stricken" and "Sons of Plunder" as a heavy as fuck Nu-Metal banger for the first time when the Nu-Metal scene was still hyped around 2000's
Imagine not discovering "Voices" and "Deify" music videos on Youtube in 2009 when Youtube was still very new and interesting on the internet
imagine not looking actively for more Disturbed songs after getting excited, discovering and enjoying "Prayer", "Liberate", "Believe", "Rise", "Breathe", "Bound", "Devour", "Mistress", "Darkness" of the Album Believe.
imagine not disovering "Land of Confusion" and "Guarded" from the album Ten Thousand Fists when it just came out in 2005
Imagine not discovering the song "Indestructible" when it came out in 2008 and binge playing it over and over
Welp everyone has their own different experience how they got introduced to Disturbed but in the end we all came to enjoy this band
@masonthompsen9209
Favorite workout song. Been battling obesity for nearly 3 years now.
@sirroderic4794
Best of luck brother
@masonthompsen9209
Quick update: I've lost 20 pounds since this posting. Feeling a lot better and finally found cardio that works for me. For some reason the elliptical will raise my heart rate to the proper numbers without making me feel like I can't breath, so that's been working for me!
@sirroderic4794
@@masonthompsen9209 great to hear, I've also been losing some weight the past few months, mostly form barely eating anything
@ryanshelton4636
I think everybody was obese till Disturbed came out with the flames😎
@markbroderickmatthew
Damn thought this was only my workout song😂
@emanuelaracic2608
Damn. Every track off Indestructible is straight up banger.
@kfire2567
Except Enough, Torn, Haunted, and Deceiver to a lesser extent. Everything else is great.
@BeastMode-4422
@Sue Hnin same
@NATEDOG
@@kfire2567 haunted is the only song of theirs i REALLY don’t like