Dublin Death Patrol is the collaboration of Testament vocalist Chuck Billy … Read Full Bio ↴Dublin Death Patrol is the collaboration of Testament vocalist Chuck Billy teaming up with fellow Dublin California ragers Willy Lange (Rampage, Laaz Rockit), Steve 'Zetro' Souza (Former Testament/Exodus vocalist), his two brothers Andy and Eddy as well as some other local Dublin boys.
The seeds were planted in or about 1980 with a bay area thrash band called Rampage featuring neighborhood kids from Dublin California, Chuck Billy with his brother Andy Billy, Greg Bustamante, Ernie Boehm and Willie Lange. The guys were about 18 years old and had all known each other since they were about 5. The guys grew up listening to a variety of bands from Led Zeppelin, Kiss, Aerosmith to the Dead Kennedys and the Sex Pistols; and were influenced by the sounds of the late 70’s and early 80’s.
In the summer of 2005 Lääz Rockit got the offer to play a reunion gig in Holland at the Dynamo Open Air, a festival where most of them had played before. When Lange heard Testament were on the bill it was a no brainier so Lääz Rockit dusted off the old gear and headed over the pond. Lange was blown away how many young kids were clamoring for “Old school Metal” Lange states, “I was talking with Chuck over there about the possibility of getting our old crew together and play some killer tunes we had wrote but never recorded some 20 years ago.” The new version of the Dublin Death Patrol was born then and there.
They got together and started by playing some cover songs and a few old originals. The songs sounded so good, they decided to write some new songs. The songs came together pretty quick and sounded even better than they thought. At that point they made the decision to record and release the record, called "DDP 4 Life".

Dublin Death Patrol is:

Chuck Billy - Lead Vocals
Steve Souza - Lead Vocals
John Hartsinck - Lead Guitar
Steve Robello - Lead/ Rhythm Guitar
Andy Billy - Rhythm/lead guitar
Greg Bustamante - Rhythm Guitar
Willy Lange - Bass
John Souza - Bass
Eddie Billy - Bass
Danny Cunningham - Drums
Troy Luccketta - Drums

Cold Sweat
Dublin Death Patrol Lyrics

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I put my money in the suitcase
And headed for the big race
I felt a chill on my backbone
As I hung up the telephone

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
Running down the back of my neck
To lose means trouble, to win pays double

And I got me a heavy bet

Cold, cold sweat

They say chances on the outside
Are looking very slim
I've been so lucky on the inside
I feel I'm going to win

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
Running down the back of my neck
Take a little money, there's nothing left to lose
And I got me a heavy bet

Cold, cold sweat

I've got me a whole month's wages
I haven't seen that much in ages
I might spend it in stages
And move out to Las Vegas

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
Running down the back of my neck
To lose means trouble, to win means double
And I got me a heavy bet

Cold, cold sweat

I put my money in the suitcase
They say chances on the outside
I got a whole months wages

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat

Stone cold crazy
Place another bet

Overall Meaning

"Cold Sweat" by Dublin Death Patrol is a song about a man who puts all of his money into a suitcase and heads to a big race. He is feeling nervous about the risk he is taking and is experiencing cold sweat running down his back. However, he believes that he may win this race and has a heavy bet on the line. He is willing to take the chance, despite knowing that losing could lead to trouble. The lyrics suggest that the man has been lucky in the past and hopes to continue this streak by winning this race. Despite the risk and anxiety, the man is determined to go all in and place his bet.

The song seems to be about risks, chances, and the thrill of the gamble. The man in the song is willing to put everything he has on the line, knowing that he may lose it all. The lyrics show his conflict between the fear of losing and the possibility of winning. The song also highlights the thrill of taking risks and the adrenaline rush that accompanies it. The line "To lose means trouble, to win pays double" suggests that the man understands the potential consequences of his actions, but the reward is worth it.

Line by Line Meaning

I put my money in the suitcase
I invested my hard-earned cash in a suitcase and headed off to the races

And headed for the big race
I was on my way to a high-stakes gambling event

I felt a chill on my backbone
I was filled with unease and dread

As I hung up the telephone
After I finished the call, I felt even more anxious

Stone cold sober and stone cold sweat
I was completely sober and yet sweating profusely due to the tension

Running down the back of my neck
My sweat was causing a cold sensation on my neck

To lose means trouble, to win pays double
Losing would be a huge problem, and winning would be twice as good as the original bet

And I got me a heavy bet
I had made a big wager and put a lot of money on the line

They say chances on the outside
People say that the likelihood of winning is slim

Are looking very slim
The situation seems bleak

I've been so lucky on the inside
In my past experiences, I have had good fortune

I feel I'm going to win
I have a strong intuition that I will emerge victorious

Take a little money, there's nothing left to lose
I am willing to risk a small amount because I have nothing more to lose

I've got me a whole month's wages
I have saved a large sum of money, which I plan to gamble

I haven't seen that much in ages
I haven't possessed that much wealth in a long time

I might spend it in stages
I plan to gamble or spend the money in small increments rather than all at once

And move out to Las Vegas
If I win big, I might consider relocating to Las Vegas

Stone cold crazy
I am feeling irrational and desperate as I make this decision

Place another bet
I am about to make yet another financial gamble

Writer(s): John James Sykes, Philip Parris Lynott Copyright: Pippin The Friendly Ranger Mus. Co. Ltd., Carlin Music Corp.

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