History
The group appeared on several German compilations and, in 1996, released their debut album Thanks for Nothing. Following the release of two limited edition EPs (Words of Power and Take Care), Funker Vogt signed with the American record label Metropolis Records. Metropolis re-released Thanks for Nothing, followed by the We Came to Kill in late 1997.[1] Kästel and Thomas have participated, as remixers, on Leæther Strip album Yes, I'm Limited, Vol. 2. In 2000, Funker Vogt released Maschine Zeit, followed by the remix EP T in early 2001.[1] Additionally to the core members of the band, concert members also include Björn Böttcher (keyboard) and Frank Schweigert (guitar, he replaced Thomas Kroll in 2004). Kai Schmidt writes most of the lyrics and manages the band through his own management company.[2] They all hail from the town of Hamelin in Germany. The majority of their lyrics revolve around the concepts of war.
A distinctive theme is present in the band's work and stage presence; both their musicianship and their costuming are strongly reminiscent of military music and dress.[3] This military aesthetic is also popular with the band's fanbase. However, the political stance of Funker Vogt is decidedly anti-war; the band cites "war and social injustice" as their primary topics of discussion, noting that the goal of the album Execution Tracks, along with the accompanying video, was to "present the grotesque cruelties and the tragedy of war."
According to the band's website, as of 2011 both Björn Böttcher and Kai Schmidt are no longer collaborating with the band. As a result, Funker Vogt will no longer be managed by REPOMANagement.[4] In 2013, longtime frontman Jens Kästel left the band after his last show on 30 November in Berlin.[5] Four years later in 2017 Funker Vogt reform with a new singer, Chris L. (Agonoize/The Sexorcist).
Members
Gerrit Thomas - programming
René Dornbusch - keyboards, drums
Chris L. - vocals
Thomas is also in Ravenous, Fusspils 11 and Fictional, and was in 2006 project Gecko Sector.
Discography
Studio albums
Funker Vogt (1995)
Thanks for Nothing (1996)
We Came to Kill (1997)
Killing Time Again (1998) (part new material, part remixes)
Execution Tracks (1998)
T (2000) (contains 4 new tracks and 10 remixes)
Maschine Zeit (2000)
Survivor (2002)
Revivor (2003) (remix album)
Navigator (2005)
Aviator (2007)
Blutzoll (2010)
Companion in Crime (2013)
Code of Conduct (2017)
Wastelands (2018)
Element 115 (2021)
Live albums
Warzone K17 (2009) (22 hits from the past 12 years)
DVD
Warzone K17 (2009)
Live Execution '99 (2010) (also features the album T in DVD Audio)
Singles and EPs
"Take Care" (1997)
"Words of Power" (1997)
"Killing Time Again"
"Tragic Hero" (1998)
"Gunman" (2000)
"Subspace" (2001)
"Date of Expiration" (2002)
"Red Queen" (2003)
"Fallen Hero" (2005)
"Killing Ground (promo)" (2006)
"Club-Pilot" (2007)
"White Trash" (2008)
"Arising Hero" (2010)
"Hard Way" (2012)
"Sick Man" (2014)
"Der Letzte Tanz" (2017)
"Feel the Pain" (2018)
"Ikarus" (2018)
"Conspiracy" (2020)
Maxi-singles
"Velvet Acid Christ Vs Funker Vogt: The Remix Wars – Strike 4" (1999)
"Code 7477" (2001)
Compilations
Always and Forever Volume 1 (2005)
Always and Forever Volume 2 (2006)
Music videos
"Gunman"
"Subspace"
"Fallen Hero"
"The Firm"
"Hard Way"
"Sick Man"
"Ikarus"
"Feel the Pain"
Remixes by Funker Vogt
Leæther Strip – How Do I Know (Funker Vogt Remix) (1997)
Front 242 – Headhunter 2000 (Funker Vogt Mix) (1998)
Leæther Strip – Hate Me! (Funker Vogt Remix) (1998)
Assemblage 23 – Disappoint (Funker Vogt RMX) (2001)
Cruciform Injection – Lacrimal Involucre (Funker Vogt Remix) (2002)
Beborn Beton – Dr. Channard (Funker Vogt Remix) (2004)
Icon of Coil – Simulated (Funker Vogt Remix) (2004)
Informatik – Flesh Menagerie (Funker Vogt Rmx) (2004)
Dope Stars Inc. – 10.000 Watts (Funker Vogt Remix) (2005)
Mindless Self Indulgence – Straight To Video (Funker Vogt Mix) (2006)
Vigilante (band) – The Other Side (Funker Vogt Remix) (2006)
Theatre of Tragedy – Motion (Funker Vogt Remix) (2009)
Suicide Commando – Attention Whore (Posing Overdose Remix By Funker Vogt) (2012)
Bruderschaft – Return (Funker Vogt Remix) (2013)
Official website: www.funker-vogt.com
My Fortune
Funker Vogt Lyrics
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So many faces I have seen
So I travelled for my life
Never settled, had a wife
So many friends I have met
So many friends I have led
A fortune-teller I once was
And again I will stand up
I will empty this cup
To follow this road I will dare
A road to god knows where
I am standing naked in the rain
Crying out I called for god
A million questions in my head
But the answers god has not
I am standing naked in the rain
A white dove in my hand
I have lost my direction
Tell me, where is my promised land?
The lyrics of Funker Vogt's song My Fortune tells the story of a person who has wandered around the world, met so many people, and lived a life without settling down. He speaks about his fortune-telling abilities, but also acknowledges that his fortune will not last. The song expresses a sense of restlessness and uncertainty about the future. The singer has an urgency to follow a road that he does not know where it leads, to dare to take a risk towards something unknown. The chorus reveals the singer's vulnerability, as he cries out to God for direction, seeking answers to the million questions in his head.
The song captures the universal feeling of fear and uncertainty in life. The lyrics narrate a journey towards something unknown, perhaps discovering one's true self or finding a sense of purpose in life. The image of standing naked in the rain and calling out to God highlights the raw emotion and desperation of the singer. The song acknowledges the difficulty of life's journey and how it can often feel like wandering through a maze without direction or guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
So many places I have been
I've traveled far and wide
So many faces I have seen
I've met countless people
So I travelled for my life
Traveling became my way of life
Never settled, had a wife
I never stayed in one place or had a permanent relationship
So many friends I have met
I've made numerous friends
So many friends I have led
I've influenced many of my friends
A fortune-teller I once was
I used to predict people's futures
But my fortune will not last
But my own fortune won't always be good
And again I will stand up
But I won't give up
I will empty this cup
I will overcome my struggles
To follow this road I will dare
I will take on this challenging path
A road to god knows where
A path that leads to an unknown destination
I am standing naked in the rain
I feel vulnerable and exposed
Crying out I called for god
I'm seeking help from a higher power
A million questions in my head
I have many unanswered questions
But the answers god has not
But I haven't received any answers yet
A white dove in my hand
I hold onto hope
I have lost my direction
I feel lost and uncertain
Tell me, where is my promised land?
I'm searching for my ideal future
Contributed by Adeline L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Michael Dawes
I love this song funker vogt all the way and still growing strong
Michael Dawes
This is my fav song by them by far
mattiya14
Браво за песму!!!
Isaac Oliveira
Espetacular !
Tong Shan Hui
I can kinda say this song is a damned good theme tune to my life...
elementindustrial
One of my Fav's from Funker Vogt.
stev579
Thanks for upload! Awesome song :)
H3aRtFuLL0fBLaCk
"I have lost my direction, tell me where's my promised land."
linda heil
geweldige muziek zeg!
Torsten Kinzel
hell yeah, fav and love it!😁😈 ^^ 😎🔊🔊🔊🎶🎹🖤🔥👻🧟♀️☣