History
Originating in Orlando, Florida, the band was founded by lead singer Gen while attending pre-med. Originally called The Festering Genitorturers, the band consisted of Marisa (vocals), Yvonne (guitar), Gen (bass), Larry (guitar) and Mike (drums). Their first performance was at the Ocean Club in Cocoa Beach, Florida, in late 1986. Also on the bill was Declared Ungovernable, Belching Penguins, and The Rhythm Pigs. Shortening their name to The Genitorturers, the band underwent various personnel changes and progressed in the 1990s Florida "hardcore" music scene, with contemporary bands such as Marilyn Manson and the Spooky Kids, who would also become a success in later years. According to the band's official biography, "What emerged would be a band that would go beyond shaking up the house that 'Mickey' built and extend to paving the way and breaking ground for performance based music artists thereafter worldwide".
In 1993, IRS Records owner Miles Copeland III sent his assistant Nick Turner (former drummer for The Lords of the New Church) to see the band perform. The quality of the performance, as well as their musical style containing fused elements of hardcore punk, metal and industrial electronics, led them to a record contract. Soon after that, they would record 120 Days of Genitorture. After recording this album, Morbid Angel bassist/vocalist David Vincent (Gen's husband) joined the Genitorturers on bass. He left Morbid Angel in 1995, after the album Domination, to join his wife's band.
The band has extensively toured the United States, Japan, and Europe, and is internationally renowned for its exploits, pornographic show content.
By the time of their second album Sin City in 1998, Genitorturers had gained a notable reputation with their flamboyant BDSM-themed shows resulting in the band appearing in various television features in the USA; including VH1, Fox News, Hard Copy, HBO's Real Sex and Playboy TV's Sexcetera.
The Flesh is the Law EP includes the track "Lecher Bitch", which was also included in the November 2004 video game Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines. Earlier releases included Machine Love, which contains a cover of Divinyls' hit "I Touch Myself", which was produced by Dave Ogilvie and Rob Zombie producer Scott Humphrey.
In 2004, Genitorturers featured in a 12 page spread in the monthly pornographic publication Hustler, the magazine's only multi-page spread with a rock band. Hustler described Genitorturers as "the world's sexiest band".
In 2006, they toured Australia with Dead Inside the Chrysalis. In the autumn of 2007, they released their live DVD Live in Sin, also selling autographed copies on eBay.
The band's last album, Blackheart Revolution, was released in 2009. In 2014, Genitorturers celebrated over 20 years since the release of their debut album by going on tour, '20 Years of Depravity'.
Members
Gen - vocals
Eric Griffin - guitar
Filip "Abbey Nex" - bass
Kriz DK - drums
Ryan Seelbach - guitar
Performer and Dancer
Nadia Z Romi
Former members
Sean Davidson - drums (2009–2011)
Nate Manor - bass
Chuck Lenihan - guitar (1995–2003)
Racci Shay - drums (1997–2001)
Angel Bartolotta (Dope, Team Cybergeist) - drums (2001–2009)
Bizz - guitar (2003–2009)
Joe Letz - drums (2005–2006)
Vinnie Saletto - keyboards (1995–1998)
Sean Colpoys (Sentdown) - bass (1992–1994)
Jerry Ôutlaw (Bogus Pomp, Neo Trio) - guitar (1991–1994)
AW Reckart - drums (1991–1993)
Scott Beckey - guitarist (1989–1991)
David Vincent - bass
H-Bomb (Evans Blue) - drums (1993–1997)
Discography
Studio albums
120 Days of Genitorture (1993)
Sin City (1998)
Blackheart Revolution (2009)
Extended plays
Flesh is the Law (2002)
Remix albums
Machine Love (2000)
Videos
Society of Genitorture (VHS) (1997)
The Society of Genitorture (DVD) (2001)
Live in Sin (DVD) (2007)
Movie soundtrack appearances
The Society of Genitorture (1997)
Raging Hormones (1999)
Bike Week Exposed (2003)
Vampire Clan (2002)
Video game soundtrack appearances
True Crime: Streets of LA (2004)
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines (2004)
Devil in a Bottle
Genitorturers Lyrics
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Come on
Oh, yeah
Well, I said I was a sinner, baby
Said I was alone
I saw the walls come-a crashing down
While the demons moan
Hell is gonna take me
Hell is gonna take me, make me strong
Hell is gonna do me
I'm goin' to Hell, I can't see nothin' wrong
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me
Well, suckin' in the juice will make you feel better
Wanna walk in the gutter tonight
Skin on skin, my mind is gettin' crazy
Wanna leave this world behind!
Hell is gonna take me
Hell is gonna take me, make me strong
Hell is gonna do me fuckin' right
Yeah, we'll do you fuckin' wrong
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me
Yeah, yeah
Yeah
Yeah
Ow
Do it to me
Here comes sanctuary, yeah
Put it in you, till you can't see straight
And now you're suckin' it down
And now you're wonderin' why you feel no pain
You're goin' out
You're goin' out
You're goin' out
You're goin' out
Yeah!
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah, ooh yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me, yeah, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me
Yeah, yeah
He gets the best of me
Ow
Do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it, to me
The song "Devil in a Bottle" by Genitorturers is about giving in to temptation and succumbing to the darker side of life. The lyrics suggest that the singer is a sinner who has given up fighting against the temptation to indulge in harmful activities. The line, "I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle," implies that the singer has turned to alcohol as a means of escape.
The chorus, "Devil gets the best of me," suggests that the singer is aware that they are being controlled by their vices but is powerless to stop themselves. The song also references the idea of making a deal with the devil, as the singer seems to be willing to pay the price of their soul for the momentary relief provided by their addiction.
Overall, "Devil in a Bottle" is a commentary on the dark side of human nature and the allure of temptation. It suggests that we are all capable of being controlled by our desires and that it can be challenging to overcome them.
Line by Line Meaning
Do it to me
The singer is asking for someone to engage in sexual acts with them.
Come on
The singer is encouraging their partner to engage in the aforementioned sexual acts.
Oh, yeah
The singer is expressing excitement about the upcoming sexual encounter.
Well, I said I was a sinner, baby
Said I was alone
I saw the walls come-a crashing down
While the demons moan
The artist is acknowledging their immoral tendencies and their isolation, and suggests that such faults may have supernatural backing.
Hell is gonna take me
Hell is gonna take me, make me strong
Hell is gonna do me
I'm goin' to Hell, I can't see nothin' wrong
The artist embraces their sinfulness and believes that it will ultimately benefit them.
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me
The singer suggests that they are engaging in self-destructive behavior, particularly through alcohol consumption, and that their actions are being influenced by negative forces (represented by the devil imagery).
Well, suckin' in the juice will make you feel better
Wanna walk in the gutter tonight
Skin on skin, my mind is gettin' crazy
Wanna leave this world behind!
The singer suggests that alcohol consumption provides temporary relief from emotional pain and that they want to engage in risky behavior, possibly with a stranger (indicated by the 'skin on skin' reference). They also express a desire to escape reality.
Yeah, we'll do you fuckin' wrong
The artist believes that negative forces will ultimately harm them and cause them pain.
Here comes sanctuary, yeah
Put it in you, till you can't see straight
And now you're suckin' it down
And now you're wonderin' why you feel no pain
The artist suggests that consuming alcohol is akin to seeking refuge, and that one can become so intoxicated that they are unable to see clearly. They also suggest that the lack of pain while drunk may be problematic.
You're goin' out
You're goin' out
You're goin' out
You're goin' out
The repetition of this line suggests that the artist is emphasizing the danger of the situation and how close they are to losing control or potentially dying.
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah, ooh yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me, yeah, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil in a bottle, yeah
I'm goin' out with a devil in a bottle
Devil gets the best of me
Yeah, yeah
He gets the best of me
The singer repeats the chorus, suggesting that they are struggling with temptation (represented by the devil imagery) and cannot resist the negative forces they feel are pulling them down.
Ow
Do it, do it
Do it, do it, do it, to me
The artist returns to the sexual imagery from earlier in the song, suggesting that they are seeking pleasure as a way to cope with their problems.
Contributed by Caroline C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@vampiries01
Best female vocalist I've ever seen, this is my first time listening to them; 4th song in a row now. This song is the best so far and probably all together!
@maikeru669
This band is the shit live, gotta see them before you die lol this is bucket list worthy!
@juniper2746
GodZ I've seen them live so many times, always an amazing show!!
@halloween35242
I love Gen!! She's awesome :)
@bladebitten2766
Gen, Wendy O Williams, Lzzy Hale and Maria Brink. Female singers with that grit in their voice that just demands your attention.
@SleepwaIker
I realy want some new music from this band. They are so awesome, but they albums so rare.
@c.willharden9589
FYI they just released a new song called
scars and stripes
@ericyantz
Love Gen's singing! She fuckin rocks!
@IanIsrael
One of the baddest motherfucking bands and live shows EVER!!!!...Go see the Genitorturers live if you can,'cause i guaran-fucking-tee you'll never forget it.
Gen is hot AF,too.
@Latexmusik
Great video !!! Love Genitorturers!!!