Over their career, the group has been very influential on American electropop and freestyle artists from both their music and their strident, colorful visuals, being best known for their 1988 self-titled album. The band was formed in Minneapolis in the early 80s, and they performed avant-garde electronic music with flourishes of hip-hop. In 1983, they independently released two albums, 'The InSoc EP' and 'Creatures Of Influence'. Two years later, they released "Running", their first single, which became a hit popular in New York City's Latino nightclubs and "put them on the map". That song, a 7-minute effort that touched on contemporary techno, was written and sung by Murat Konar, who left the band soon after. Their growing success led them from their native Minneapolis to NYC, and the ensuing revenues and contacts, as well as the addition of Amanda Kramer to the lineup, led them to record their proper debut album.
Their first major release album. 1988's 'Information Society', received critical acclaim, giving the group breakout commercial success as the album hiked up to #25 on the Billboard 200. In addition to "What's On Your Mind (Pure Energy)" (which hit #3 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart), the album also had other hits in "Walking Away" (#9 on that chart) and a cover of ABBA's "Lay All Your Love On Me" (#12 on the Hot Dance Music chart). The disc was one of the few to use CD+G, which included digital graphics on the compact disc version in addition to the music. The audio samples from Star Trek were authorized for use on the album partially thanks to the efforts of Adam Nimoy, a fan of the band and son of Star Trek's Leonard Nimoy.
The second release, Hack (1990), wasn't as successful, but had small hits with Think and How Long but still managed to sell quite well in the fall of 1990.
Kurt was also the owner of the heavily-modified The Road Warrior-inspired art car named "Vector" featured on the cover of Hack. The car sported a functioning ranging laser, among other unusual features. Vector was eventually given to a friend at Burning Man in the mid-1990s.
The third release, Peace & Love, Inc. (1992), proved to be more powerful and critically acclaimed, although their label failed to do much to promote them. Their first single Peace & Love, Inc. reached #1 on the 'Billboard Dance Chart'. A music video was produced for the track, but MTV declined to play it. The album is also notable for being perhaps the first album ever produced to contain a track of modem tones, which when played into a telephone connected to a computer resulted in a bonus text message from the band.
The fourth album, Don't Be Afraid (1997), written and performed by Kurt Harland alone and produced by Steven Seibold, was more industrial-driven. Cleopatra Records released the album, but - like Tommy Boy Records - did little to promote it. Harland's love of computer-related materials continued to be evident, as the album included a CD-ROM filled with bonus material, not yet a common occurrence in 1997.
There was also a carefully-orchestrated digital scavenger hunt culminating in the discovery of a bonus track called White Roses. The scavenger hunt began with decoding a modem's signal recorded at the end of the audio CD, resulting in a text message from Kurt which pointed the way to a website where the search began. There is also a cover included of Gary Numan's Are 'Friends' Electric?. Also included is Ozar Midrashim, a track which was later used as the main theme for the videogame Legacy of Kain - Soul Reaver.
During the course of those four albums and about a dozen remix singles from them, Information Society's sound went from more electronic pop music to a darker industrial type, though they will always be remembered for their first hit song and the cardboard guitars they wielded in its music video.
However, in 2006 Paul Robb and James Cassidy announced their intention to re-form Information Society, and began working on a new album. They also performed live at several venues across the US with Christopher Anton as lead vocalist. The Ep "Oscillator" was released in early 2007 followed by the album Synthesizer in late 2007. Christopher Anton provided the vocals on Oscillator, and Synthesizer and was the co-writer on several of the tracks as well.
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Empty 3.0
Information Society Lyrics
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If it feels like something you know
Curl up in a ball
If it feels like home
Sleep as much as you can
If you can't sleep then lay there
Pick at yourself
Something's pulling you to the floor
Like a longtime friend
Someone's banging your head on the wall
As a means to an end
Empty
Filling up with sick
Like water in your lungs
Sucking yellow fog around your head
This must be the end of you
But you know this will never stop
You can't hear anything anymore
Just the hammer in your chest
Walk on through the growing noise
Of your inescapable path
Walk willingly into the dark
Nothing can touch you now
Once you were a child
The world was darker then
Fear was in the hall
But you won't think about that now
Just some warmth and a home
And an end to the task
Your doors are standing wide open
But it's too late for you now
And although it's not quite the time
Although we've just begun to leave
We will tarry not to say we were wrong
To leave behind a silent reproach
And when our eyes are searching out
And our hearts are beating strong
We'll have a reason not to grieve
With holly leaves and scanning skies
And if the colors fade into night
And the storms our heads enclose
And our souls are set against one another
If the seas receive us not
And the skies mock our lowliness
Then we shall still love one another
For we are two, together
For we are two, together
The lyrics of Information Society's song Empty 3.0 can be interpreted as an exploration of a person's inner struggles, their inner demons and their journey towards self-destruction. The lines "crawl across the floor, if it feels like something you know" and "curl up in a ball, if it feels like home" seem to suggest that the person is gradually surrendering to their destructive tendencies and seeking comfort in their misery. The lyrics "sleep as much as you can, if you can't sleep then lay there, pick at yourself until you feel pure" seem to suggest that the person is engaging in self-destructive behavior as a way of coping with their internal demons.
The chorus "empty, filling up with sick, like water in your lungs, sucking yellow fog around your head, this must be the end of you, but you know this will never stop" portrays the person's feeling of despair and hopelessness. They seem to have given up on finding a way out of their destructive behavior and have accepted the inevitability of their self-destruction. However, the final lines "for we are two, together" suggest that the person has not given up entirely and is still holding on to a glimmer of hope.
Overall, the lyrics of the song Empty 3.0 paint a dark and bleak picture of a person's journey towards self-destruction, but also offer a faint glimmer of hope that they may not be completely lost.
Line by Line Meaning
Crawl across the floor
If the situation seems familiar, instinctually take any action necessary to escape it.
If it feels like something you know
When there's something that feels familiar to you, you should trust your instincts and act accordingly.
Curl up in a ball
If you feel threatened or in danger, instinctually try to make yourself small or unnoticeable to avoid it.
If it feels like home
If there's a sense of familiarity or comfort to something, it can be dangerous because it can lure you in and keep you trapped.
Sleep as much as you can
Life can be difficult and exhausting, so try to escape reality and rest when you can.
If you can't sleep then lay there
Sometimes it's impossible to escape reality, so you should just accept it and deal with it as best as you can.
Pick at yourself
When you feel lost and empty, sometimes the only way to feel something is to cause yourself pain or harm.
Until you feel pure
When you feel shameful or dirty, causing yourself pain can make you feel cleansed and forgiven.
Something's pulling you to the floor
When the weight of the world starts to feel too heavy, it can make you feel like you're being dragged down and suffocated.
Like a longtime friend
The feeling of emptiness and despair can feel so familiar that it almost feels comforting, like an old friend.
Someone's banging your head on the wall
Life can be so painful and difficult that it can feel like someone is physically assaulting you.
As a means to an end
Sometimes the only way to escape your problems is by hurting yourself or finding other unhealthy coping mechanisms.
Empty
When you're feeling hollow and without purpose, life can seem pointless and meaningless.
Filling up with sick
The feeling of despair and emptiness can grow until it becomes overwhelming and feels like a sickness inside of you.
Like water in your lungs
The feeling of emptiness and despair can make you feel like you're drowning and suffocating, like you're unable to breathe.
Sucking yellow fog around your head
The feeling of emptiness and depression can make it hard to see clearly or think rationally, like you're trapped in a fog.
This must be the end of you
When life feels overwhelming and too difficult to handle, it can feel like it's the end of the road for you.
But you know this will never stop
The feeling of despair and hopelessness can be all-consuming and feel like it will never go away, even if you know logically that it will.
You can't hear anything anymore
When the weight of the world feels like it's crushing you, it can make you feel numb and unable to experience anything at all.
Just the hammer in your chest
The feeling of despair and anxiety can be overwhelming and feel like a pounding hammer in your chest that you can't escape.
Walk on through the growing noise
Life can be loud and riddled with distractions, but sometimes you just have to keep moving forward and deal with it.
Of your inescapable path
Life can feel like a one-way street, with no way to escape the path you've been set on.
Walk willingly into the dark
Sometimes you have to embrace the unknown and willingly step into the darkness, even if it's terrifying.
Nothing can touch you now
When you've hit rock bottom and there's nowhere to go but up, it can feel like nothing can hurt you anymore.
Once you were a child
When you're feeling hopeless and lost, it can be comforting to think back to a time when life was simpler and less overwhelming.
The world was darker then
When you're feeling hopeless and lost, it can feel like the world has become a darker and more dangerous place.
Fear was in the hall
When you're feeling hopeless and lost, it can feel like everything around you is dangerous and threatening, like you're surrounded by fear.
But you won't think about that now
When life feels overwhelming and you're struggling to get by, it can be easier to push away past traumas and focus on the present.
Just some warmth and a home
When you're feeling lost and empty, all you want is a feeling of safety and security that comes with having a home and a sense of belonging.
And an end to the task
When life feels overwhelming and exhausting, sometimes all you want is for the struggle to be over and for everything to stop.
Your doors are standing wide open
When you're feeling hopeless and lost, it can feel like there's no way out, even if there are opportunities or paths to take.
But it's too late for you now
When you've hit rock bottom and there's nowhere to go but up, it can feel like it's too late for you to turn things around and improve your situation.
And although it's not quite the time
Even though things may not be perfect or ideal, there's still time to make changes and work towards a better future.
Although we've just begun to leave
Even though things may be uncertain or difficult, it's important to keep moving forward and making progress towards your goals.
We will tarry not to say we were wrong
Even though there may be setbacks or obstacles, it's important to keep pushing forward and not succumb to feelings of failure or regret.
to leave behind a silent reproach
Even if you've made mistakes or struggled in the past, it's important to leave behind those feelings of guilt and shame in order to move forward.
And when our eyes are searching out
Even though life may be difficult and uncertain, it's important to keep hope and keep looking for the opportunities and possibilities that lie ahead.
And our hearts are beating strong
Even though life may feel overwhelming and difficult, it's important to keep pushing forward and facing challenges with strength and determination.
We'll have a reason not to grieve
Even though life may be filled with hardships and struggles, it's important to find strength and hope in order to avoid falling into despair and sadness.
With holly leaves and scanning skies
Even though the future may be uncertain or difficult, it's important to keep looking forward and finding beauty and hope wherever you can.
And if the colors fade into night
Even though life may be difficult and uncertain, it's important to keep looking for beauty and hope even in the darkest moments.
And the storms our heads enclose
Even though life may be filled with turmoil and anxiety, it's important to find your inner strength and resist the urge to give up or give in.
And our souls are set against one another
Even though life may be difficult and people may be divided, it's important to find ways to come together and support one another in order to move forward.
If the seas receive us not
Even though life may be uncertain and dangerous, it's important to keep pushing forward and facing challenges head-on.
And the skies mock our lowliness
Even though life may be difficult and we may feel small or insignificant, it's important to find strength and hope in order to surmount challenges and succeed.
Then we shall still love one another
Even though life may be difficult and filled with struggles, it's important to find ways to support and love one another in order to get through tough times together.
For we are two, together
Even though life may be difficult and filled with challenges, it's important to find strength and hope in the people around us and work together to move forward.
For we are two, together
Even though life may be difficult and filled with challenges, it's important to find strength and hope in the people around us and work together to move forward.
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MÁRCIO GOMES
3. 0 vazio
Rastejar pelo chão
Se ele se sente como algo que você sabe
enrolar em uma bola
Se ele se sente em casa
dormir o máximo que puder
Se você não consegue dormir, então estava lá
Escolha a si mesmo
até sentir puro
Algo está puxando-o para o chão
Como um amigo de longa data
Alguém está batendo com a cabeça na parede
Como um meio para um fim
vazio
Enchendo com doentes
Como a água em seus pulmões
Chupando nevoeiro amarelo ao redor de sua cabeça
Este deve ser o fim de você
Mas você sabe que isso nunca vai parar
Você não pode ouvir mais nada
Só o martelo em seu peito
Caminhe através do crescente ruído
Do seu caminho inevitável
Caminhe voluntariamente na escuridão
Nada pode tocar em você agora
Uma vez que você era uma criança
O mundo era mais escura em seguida
O medo estava no corredor
Mas você não vai pensar nisso agora
Apenas um pouco de calor e uma casa
E o fim da tarefa
Suas portas estão parados aberta
Mas é tarde demais para você agora
E embora não seja muito o tempo todo
Embora tenhamos começado a sair
Nós tardará para não dizer que estávamos errados
deixar para trás uma censura silenciosa
E quando nossos olhos estão procurando fora
E nossos corações estão batendo forte
Nós vamos ter uma razão para não chorar
Com folhas do azevinho e céus de digitalização
E se as cores desbotam na noite
E as tempestades de nossas cabeças encerram
E nossas almas são definidos contra o outro
Se o mar não nos receber
E o céu zombar nossa pequenez
Então nós ainda deve amar um ao outro
Porque somos dois, juntos
Porque somos dois, juntos
GABRIEL RESENDE
this is sure the most Dark album from information society
Cuddly Stalker
These songs are so hard to find sometimes.
Cuddly Stalker
Nice, please do.
Spikerguy
yeah i know, thats why i wanted to upload this song. i may end up uploading the rest of the album some time.
Davy Machinegun
You can see Pillars of Nosgoth on the cover.
The Shiny Object
I remember looking forward to this when it came out. So much angst so little time
GmodPlusWoW
Kain: "Raziel... the streets of Night City have been unkind to you."
Raziel: "I was your right hand, Kain. Now, as before, you criticize your own work. ...what have you done with my business, Kain? You have no right-"
Kain: "What I have invested in, I can also divest from, fool."
Raziel: "DAMN YOU, KAIN! You are not GOD! This act of market manipulation is unconscionable!"
Kain: [ERROR: invalid_string]
Raziel: "oh for- damn it all, i don't want to replay this cutscene again! ...fuck it, i'll wait for the bugfix." [plays Bug Fables instead]
-excerpt from Soul Reaver 2077
TmoDDD
Underrated comment.
TmoDDD
V(DMC V) theme should been this dark song.
Aeon
And downloaded. Thanks for sharing this.