Entombed's debut album was Left Hand Path, a cult favorite that established the band as a popular death metal band. The follow-up, Clandestine, was just as popular. These first two albums were unique in that they featured what was sometimes referred to as a "chainsaw" guitar sound which became a staple of Swedish death metal worldwide. It was created using the Boss Heavy Metal distortion pedal and a Peavey amplifier. This iconic guitar tone spawned the niche sub-genre referred to as 'entombedcore' which consists of just hardcore bands using the infamous chainsaw tone as part of their sound.
After the Gods of Grind tour, Entombed began changing their sound into a mix of groove metal, hard rock and death metal frequently called death n roll. Although this may have turned off many fans, it established their mainstream and critical reputation. Wolverine Blues and Hollowman are widely considered classics of early 1990s death metal, but were followed by problems with various record companies.
In 1999, Entombed released Uprising, which was an anti-commercial return to the band's roots. The follow-up, Morning Star returned to Hollowman and Wolverine Blues style metal. They have since released 2003's album Inferno, a continuation of the 'death n roll' style that has become their trademark sound.
2006 saw the release of new music from Entombed, with the When in Sodom EP on June 6 (or 06/06/06), and the full length album Serpent Saints - The Ten Amendments was released on July 9th, 2007. This album is the group's first release with drummer Olle Dahlstedt (of Alpha Safari and ex-Misery Loves Co.), who replaced long-time drummer Peter Stjärnvind in 2006.
they reunite in 2016 after winning the case of entombed name.
Current band members:
* Robert Andersson (vocals)
* Edvin Aftonfalk (bass)
* Alex Hellid - guitar
* Uffe Cederlund - guitar
* Nicke Andersson - drums
Former members:
* Jörgen Sandström - bass
* Zoran - bass
* Lars Rosenberg - bass
* Peter Stjärnvind - drums
* Johnny Dordevic - vocals
* David Blomqvist - guitars
* Uffe Cederlund - guitar, bass
* L.G Petrov - vocal
Session and guest members:
* Fred Estby - vocals
* Matti Kärki - vocals
* Orvar Säfström - vocals
* Peder Carlsson - harmonica
* Anders Lindström - guitar
* Daniel Rey - vocals
* Östen Warnebring - vocals
Contempt
Entombed Lyrics
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Nothing but lies
I cannot believe the scenes
Taking place beneath our skies
It makes me want to do my time
In a song or on the silver-screen
Humanity is the biggest cancer
Before my eyes, lies
Civiliesation
Ancient and wicked
Destruction in creation
No matter how low you are
There's always someone to look down upon
And it goes "FUCKIN'"
On and on
Emotionless, obscene
But a human life don't mean
Anything to me
It's merely a seed of insanity
Emotionless, obscene
But a human life don't mean
Anything to me
It's merely a seed of insanity
The lyrics to Entombed's song Contempt convey a deep sense of despair towards humanity and its actions. The opening lines of "Before my eyes, lies, nothing but lies" suggest that the singer is witnessing something that they find difficult to believe. The subsequent lines reinforce this disbelief as the singer observes the destruction and decay of civilization. They see the horrors of humanity and describe it as if it were a cancer, the worst ever seen. The irony is that civilization supposes to have brought about development, and yet it has brought about devastation.
The second stanza continues with a sense of hopelessness as the lyrics describe how humanity is not only destroying the world but also itself. The line "No matter how low you are, there's always someone to look down upon" speaks to the human condition of power and dominance, where even in the depths of depravity, there is always someone to be subjugated. The repeated use of the word "FUCKIN'" conveys a sense of anger and frustration, reinforcing the idea that there is seemingly no escape from the destruction of civilization and humanity.
The final stanza uses the phrase "emotionless, obscene" to describe how disconnected the singer is from the human experience. The phrase "a human life don't mean anything to me, it's merely a seed of insanity" reiterates the idea that the singer has lost faith in humanity and its potential for good. The contempt the singer feels towards humanity is palpable, and the lyrics illustrate a deep-seated frustration in the face of so much destruction and negativity.
Line by Line Meaning
Before my eyes, lies
I am witnessing something that is not true
Nothing but lies
There is a pervasive air of dishonesty
I cannot believe the scenes
What I am seeing is beyond belief
Taking place beneath our skies
These events are happening all around us
It makes me want to do my time
I feel compelled to express myself artistically
In a song or on the silver-screen
I feel that art is the only true means of expression
Humanity is the biggest cancer
We as a species are a destructive force
Ever to be seen
We are unparalleled in our destructiveness
Before my eyes, lies
I am still witnessing something that is not true
Civiliesation
Our society is built on a foundation of false ideals
Ancient and wicked
These false ideals have been with us for ages
Destruction in creation
Our society is built on self-destruction
No matter how low you are
Regardless of status, there is always someone below you
There's always someone to look down upon
We as a society are always looking for someone to blame
And it goes 'FUCKIN''
This blame game is a never-ending cycle of anger and hatred
Emotionless, obscene
We have become desensitized to the suffering of others
But a human life don't mean
To many, a human life has little value
Anything to me
Others' lives don't seem to have an impact on me
It's merely a seed of insanity
This disregard for others' lives is the beginning of our society's downfall
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ALEXANDER L T K HELLID
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@juhaulkoniemi5728
what an insanely catchy song, packed with irresistible grooves. along with the namesake tune this really embodies the spirit of the whole album.
@chrisolivo6892
yeah. The best song of the whole album
@cecilmcleod
One of the most KILLER albums ever!
@GustavoDeath94
a melhor do album
@SantiagoGonzalez-dz2fn
Completamente de acuerdo!
@AdMin-zn2yf
One of the most underrated bands of all time. There is so much musical mastery pouring out of these guys, it obviously is just to intimating for most folks.
@punkisinthedetails1470
Ad Min yup
@hadeseye2297
Intimating?
@user-qr5uc2di1d
Such a pity that there are no tabs for this song. I really like the melodies and the first solo
@trashcanman7158
try and learn by ear :)