In 1995, Christoph "Christ" von Freydorf (vocals) and Stefan "Fini" Finauer (drums), pupils of a convent school, founded the band together with Christoph's church choir friend Jamie "Citnoh" Richardson (bass guitar). They were joined by Stephan Karl "Moik" and Franz Wickenhäuser (both guitar). The band was founded in Hohenschäftlarn near Munich. The name Emil Bulls is derived from a children's movie.
In 1996, they recorded their first CD Red Dick’s Potatoe Garden themselves. The CD is in great demand today because of its small circulation. In 1997, they attended the Emergenza festival and finished third in the European competition. For this competition they hired DJ Paul Rzyttka (known as DJ Zamzoe) who afterwards became a permanent member of the band.
After a long tour, their album Monogamy was released by the indie record label Oh My Sweet Records. The record could only be purchased through the internet or during live shows. Monogamy was noticed by Island Records, which offered the band a recording deal. Some of the songs on Monogamy and a few new songs were recorded. The result was Angel Delivery Service, released in 2001. The album was already out of stock a few months later. A new edition was released including a cover version of A-Ha's "Take on Me". The songs "Smells Like Rock'n'Roll", "Leaving You with This" and "Take on Me" were released as singles.
In May 2002, Porcelain was released through Motor Music. "The Coolness of Being Wretched" and "This Day" were released as singles. Between June 2001 and August 2002, the band played 129 live shows including Rock am Ring. In August 2003, drummer Stefan Finauer left the band to go to university. He was replaced by Fabian Fab Füß. In 2003, the band played some shows in Canada and the United States.
On June 20, 2005, The Southern Comfort was released on Pirate Records. It was the last record with DJ Zamzoe.
In February 2007, the live and acoustic album The Life Acoustic was released. The album, which was recorded in Pullach in 2006, was followed by an acoustic tour.
The following album The Black Path was released on April 4, 2008, on Drakkar records. It is the hardest record of the band so far and was recorded in Hannover by Benny Richer (Caliban, Krypteria). The single "The Most Evil Spell" was offered as a free download.
In 2009, Chrissy Schneider left the band and was replaced by Andy Bock, who was the guitar player of From Constant Visions. On September 25, 2009, Phoenix was released. "Here Comes The Fire" was offered as a free download on their website. In September 2009, a music video of "When God Was Sleeping" was released.
The band's latest studio offering, Oceanic, was to be released on September 30, 2011.
This Day
Emil Bulls Lyrics
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His life's a misty lane
IÂ'm waiting for the night -to come
IÂ'm waiting for the spots -to shine
I invite all my friends to be part of this dream
Tonight something extraordinary is possible
There's no right or wrong to our way
Take a deep breath - it'll blow your mind
Sample the moment - loop it again
Tape this day and rewind it
I know you never get enough ... ha... are you ready ... let's go
Come feel the blood rush into your head
The sound it creates in your ears
We're gonna dance tonight - for sure
We'll get our curtain call - once more
Yes tonight we're the boys with the most cake and toys
The opening line of the Emil Bulls song "This Day" is a play on the old proverb "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy," asserting that too much religious piety can have a similar dulling effect. The song is about embracing life and living in the moment, rather than worrying about the past or future. The lyrics convey a sense of anticipation as the singer waits for nightfall and the opportunity for something extraordinary to happen. The chorus emphasizes the importance of taking a deep breath and fully experiencing the present moment, without worrying about right or wrong.
The song "This Day" was released as a single in 2004, and appears on the album "Phoenix" (2006). The Emil Bulls are a German rock band who formed in 1995, blending elements of alternative, nu-metal, and hardcore punk. The band is known for their high-energy live performances, and have toured with acts such as Papa Roach, Donots, and HIM.
Line by Line Meaning
All play and no work makes christ a dull boy
If one only focuses on leisure and avoids work, they can become boring.
His life's a misty lane
Their life is unclear or uncertain.
I'm waiting for the night -to come
The singer is looking forward to the night's events.
I'm waiting for the spots -to shine
The artist is waiting for their moment to shine or be in the spotlight.
I invite all my friends to be part of this dream
The artist wants their friends to share in their vision or dream.
Tonight something extraordinary is possible
The singer believes that something amazing can happen.
There's no right or wrong to our way
Their way of doing something is not constrained by conventional thinking or rules.
This day is mine this day is yours
The day belongs to everyone, not just the artist.
Take a deep breath - it'll blow your mind
The experience will be intense or mind-blowing.
Sample the moment - loop it again
Enjoy the moment and relive it if possible.
Tape this day and rewind it
Record and revisit the memories of this day.
I know you never get enough ... ha... are you ready ... let's go
The artist is motivating someone to prepare for an unforgettable experience.
Come feel the blood rush into your head
Experience a rush of excitement.
The sound it creates in your ears
The music being played stimulates the listener's senses.
We're gonna dance tonight - for sure
The singer is confident they will dance tonight.
We'll get our curtain call - once more
The artist will have another opportunity to showcase their talents.
Yes tonight we're the boys with the most cake and toys
Tonight, the artist and their friends are the most accomplished or impressive.
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