It was a chance meeting between Ivan (Ghost) and John Stevens that brought … Read Full Bio ↴It was a chance meeting between Ivan (Ghost) and John Stevens that brought these two musical forces together one fateful day. Ivan’s band, Motograter (Elektra), was set to perform live on-air at XM Radio. Stevens, an XM Radio producer and guitar player (Winter’s Bane/The Clay People), was taken in by Ivan’s vocals and felt he would be a natural fit for material he had been working on since the disbanding of his former project. Stevens presented his material to Ivan and the two instantly began their musical partnership.

After a few late night studio sessions, Ivan and Stevens realized they had something special. They soon began assembling the musical ensemble that would help make their vision become to reality.

The two visionaries did not have to look far to find Chris “Crispy” Binns of Motograter to handle the precision drumming requirements for the project. Being a seasoned veteran, Crispy brings an infectious drive to the material along with an impeccable meter.

Soon after, the band enlisted, Brett “Wingnut” Davis to take on the electronics, programming and keyboards. Wingnut was a natural choice and immediate fit with his prior experience, musical sense and his use of cutting edge technology.

The final addition was Mike “Mikey” McLaughlin on bass and bass synth detail. Along with his unique use of effects on bass, Mikey also brought his years of touring and business sense to help round out the project.

The band recently completed its first self-titled CD, which was engineered and co-produced by Pete Murray (Lo-Pro/Ultraspank).

“This is the most positive musical experience I have ever been a part of,” says Ivan. ”There is so much excitement about what we are creating. I can’t wait for everyone else to hear this…”

While being influenced by sounds of NINE INCH NAILS, THE CURE, PINK FLOYD, ALICE IN CHAINS, TOOL and MINISTRY, Ghost Machine has managed to paint its own portrait of an electronic emotionally rich landscape while still capturing the edge and raw energy that is heavy rock.

D.U.A.
Ghost Machine Lyrics

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lately the winds of change are telling me to go, somewhere beyond where I have been
those tiny victories have saved me from myself....

But I'm not the same
But I'm not the same
They're all the same
I'm not the same
I'm not the same

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ghost Machine's song D.U.A. depict the feeling of being stuck in life and the call for change. The winds of change symbolize the need to move on from the present situation and explore new horizons. Despite the fear of leaving the familiar, the singer acknowledges that the tiny victories in life have given him the confidence to take the leap of faith.

However, amidst the desire for change, the singer also acknowledges the fact that he is not the same person he used to be. The experiences he has gone through have changed him, and he is no longer similar to the people around him. The repetition of the line "I'm not the same" emphasizes this point and serves as a reminder that growth and change are inevitable.

Overall, the lyrics of D.U.A. urge the listener to embrace change and growth as a natural part of life.

Line by Line Meaning

lately the winds of change are telling me to go, somewhere beyond where I have been
I am feeling the push of change and it is urging me to move to new places and experiences that I have never had before.

those tiny victories have saved me from myself....
Small successes may have prevented me from giving up on myself and my potential.

But I'm not the same
There has been a significant change in my character or way of thinking that has set me apart from who I was before.

But I'm not the same
I want to emphasize that the change that has occurred within me is not insignificant or fleeting.

They're all the same
I am noticing that many of the people around me seem to be unchanged in their thoughts, behaviors, or habits.

I'm not the same
I want to reiterate that I have undergone a profound transformation that sets me apart from those who have not.

I'm not the same
It is important to me that others understand that I have evolved and grown in ways that distinguish me from my past self.

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