In 1989, the group returned with the album Gashed Senses & Crossfire, which contained the dance-flavored singles "Digital Tension Dementia" and "No Limit." A European tour in support of the record yielded a live album -- titled simply, Live -- that was released and deleted on the same day in a limited edition of 4,000 pressings. After Balch departed Front Line Assembly in 1990, Fulber stepped in as a full partner; the streamlined duo soon released the electro-styled album Caustic Grip, while 1992's Tactical Neural Implant found the group's music moving in a more hard-edged disco direction. By 1994, the sound evolved yet again, with the album Millennium displaying a newfound reliance on guitars; both the title track and "This Faith" scored as club hits. Fulber departed the lineup by 1997, while his replacement Chris Peterson debuted with 1998's Flavour of the Weak. A best-of/remix compilation, Monument, was released the same year, as well as Re-Wind, a re-mix collection of material from Flavour of the Weak. Implode appeared one year later. Sticking with a heavy dose of synth-pop trance and throbbing melodies,Leeb and Peterson issued Epitaph in fall 2001.
Once again re-united as FLA, Bill And Rhys released a killer single 'Maniacal' (2003) as a precursor to the new album 'Civilization' (2004) and the sighs of relief amongst FLA fans were audible across the globe. 'Maniacal' is good old-fashioned FLA bought up to date whilst B-side 'Anti' shows that messers Leeb and Fulber can still produce stark and dark Industrial.
For the first time, Bill Leeb, Rhys Fulber, and Chris Peterson have joined ranks. The trio, with new members Jeremy Inkel and Adrian White, began work on Artificial Soldier in early 2005, and it was time well spent. Just release in June 2006 the newly re-formed line-up managed to create a release that should live up to the expectations of Front Line Assembly fans. Heavy pounding beats, atmospheric strings, percolating melodies, dynamic synths and Bill Leeb's trademark vocals are the norm here. Two guest vocalists also appear on Artificial Soldier. Eskil Simonsson from Covenant (on “The Storm”) and Jean-Luc De Meyer from Front 242 (on “Future Fail”).
Other projects include: Conjure One, Delerium, Pro-Tech, Synaesthesia, Will, Intermix, Noise Unit, Equinox, Cyberaktif and Mutual Mortuary.
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Big Money
Front Line Assembly Lyrics
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"Yet [as] the threat of war is ever more remote"
"What is the moral challenge of our day?"
Big money, big money, Big guns
Corrupted - corrupted politicians
Who'll say anything
On their, on their way to the top
They'll stop - stop at nothing
[Chorus:]
Under the flag
The statue stands
Saluting in the air
Phones are tapped
The wires are out
Spies are everywhere
Facing - to face no morals
Living - living in the past
Fool your minds with power
It's so sensuous
No more - no more words
No no no no more lies
I hide a certain kind of pride
Jagged, jagged, jagged glass
A conspiracy appears on the floor,
The bell starts to ring
Big Money, Big Guns,
Sexy, lovely thing
[Chorus]
Big Money, Big Guns
Big Money, Big Guns
Big Money, Big Guns
"Yet the threat of war is ever more remote"
A conspiracy begins on the floor
The bell it starts to ring
Big Money, Big Guns,
Sexy, lovely thing
Everything you see
[Chorus]
Spies are everywhere
"Yet the threat of war is ever more remote"
The song "Big Money" by Front Line Assembly is a fierce critique of the corruption and immorality surrounding the connection between politics, money, and warfare. The lyrics describe a world where politicians are corrupt and will say anything on their way to the top, willingly sacrificing morals and ethics for power and money. Meanwhile, the threat of war looms ever less imminent, yet it is still used as a tool by those in power to maintain control.
The image of the flag and the statue saluting in the air suggest a false sense of patriotism used to manipulate the masses, while phones are tapped, wires are out, and spies are everywhere, highlighting the surveillance and lack of privacy in society. The chorus emphasizes the loss of morals, the obsession with power, and the romanticization of the sensuousness of it all.
The repeated refrain of "Big Money, Big Guns" drives home the theme of the song and highlights how the two are intertwined in a toxic relationship, where each reinforces the other's power. The phrase "Sexy, lovely thing" at the end of the song suggests how those in power view this corruption as a desirable and alluring thing, despite the harm it causes.
Line by Line Meaning
Big money, Big guns
There is a connection between large sums of money and weapons
"Yet [as] the threat of war is ever more remote"
Despite the decreasing likelihood of war, the connection between big money and big guns remains
"What is the moral challenge of our day?"
A rhetorical question about the ethical difficulties faced in contemporary society
Corrupted - corrupted politicians
Politicians are often dishonest and untrustworthy
Who'll say anything
They will make false promises if it helps their career aspirations
On their, on their way to the top
They will do whatever it takes to climb the political ladder
They'll stop - stop at nothing
Politicians will not allow morals to get in the way of their ambition
[Chorus:]
The chorus features a series of disconnected images which suggest a complex, confusing world
Under the flag
People are loyal to their country and will support its actions
The statue stands
People erect monuments to commemorate and idolize events or people
Saluting in the air
People show their respect and allegiance by performing certain actions
Phones are tapped
People's communication is monitored and intercepted
The wires are out
The infrastructure that connects us is easily disrupted or cut off
Spies are everywhere
People are always watching and listening, often with nefarious intent
Facing - to face no morals
People are willing to lie, cheat, and hurt others in order to get what they want
Living - living in the past
People cling to tradition and are resistant to change
Fool your minds with power
Power can be used to trick and manipulate people
It's so sensuous
Power is seductive and addictive
No more - no more words
There is nothing more to be said or done
No no no no more lies
A desperate plea for honesty in a dishonest world
I hide a certain kind of pride
There is an unspoken, internal sense of satisfaction and self-worth
Jagged, jagged, jagged glass
An image of danger and brokenness
A conspiracy appears on the floor,
A scheme or plot is hatched by unseen players
The bell starts to ring
The signal is given for something to happen
Big Money, Big Guns,
The refrain underscores the song's central themes
Sexy, lovely thing
A twisted, ironic statement about the allure of power and money
Everything you see
The world is full of images and soundbites that serve to distract and entertain
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL BRUCE BALCH, WILHELM ANTON LEEB
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@whitlowjohnonly1_2
The first time I heard 'Big Money' and 'No Limit,' was before seeing RevCo, in Austin, TX 1988. The club was playing Gashed Senses & Crossfire over the PA, in it's entirety. I was so floored by this album that I left the club before the Cocks took the stage. Picked up a copy and made it back to the show as the second song was ending. Even had Al sign the back of the album cover for me after the show. Top fookin' times, indeed!
@billc307
Saw these guys in 1995 at the Metro in Chicago.
@memphis786
this is just the music i'm looking for.
@todessehnsucht
BIG MONEY
BIG GUNS
@pavelefimov4613
Very actual song after February 2022
@NickiTedesco
Fuck Yes!!!
@davidellis295
😎