INTERZONA was formed in New York in 1999. The band released two albums (at NYC Proforma Records and NMC – the official licensee of Sony Music in Israel), participated in several compilations (Israeli NMC, German ZYX, Russian Manchester Files) and a soundtrack for a movie (“Spy Games: A Personal Visit” – NTV Networks Worldwide) and played numerous concerts in NYC area (Hammerstein Ballroom, China Club, CBGB, Webster Hall, Roxy, Don Hills, The Hook, Galapagos, Village Underground, South Paw…) and beyond (Boston, Seattle, Portland, Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kiev).
In 2010, INTERZONA released "Interzona E.P. 2010" (Interscope Digital Distribution) and participated in the compilation "Soderzhanie (Substance) Mix" (Stereo&Video, Moscow).
The new LP "Secret Sessions" is scheduled to be released in Berlin in January 2011. Compilation "Soderzhanie-2" featuring the new song recorded especially for this project will come out in Moscow some time in the near future. Details TBA.
Crowd Control
Interzona Lyrics
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Look at him
Up on the stage
Now he's calm
cnd then full of rage
Now he's all passion
cnd then so cold -
He knows what you want
He's talking to you
He's moving with you
He's there for you
It's crowd control
Crowd control
Crowd control
It's crowd control
Crowd control
Crowd control
Is your soul for sale?
Is your soul for sale?
Look at them
Standing on guard
clways alert
They know their part
There are many of them
More than you see
Breaking the waves
In the human sea
They'll calm you down
They'll hold you down
Won't let you down
It's crowd control
Crowd control
Crowd control
It's crowd control
Crowd control
Crowd control
Is your soul for sale?
Is your soul for sale?
Look at them
Running the show
Somewhere near
But where - you don't know
Strictly VIP -
They're beyond your reach
They provide you the high
You are making them rich
They know this all
They own this all
They sell this all
It's crowd control
Crowd control
Crowd control
It's a crowd control
Crowd control
Crowd control
Is your soul for sale?
Is your soul for sale?
The lyrics of Interzona's song "Crowd Control" explore themes of manipulation, power dynamics, and the commodification of one's identity. The singer on stage is depicted as a master of emotions, capable of shifting from calm to rage, passion to coldness, all for the sake of satisfying the desires of the audience. He is described as knowing what the crowd wants and adept at controlling and manipulating their emotions to his advantage. The repeated refrain of "He's talking to you, He's moving with you, He's there for you" underscores the performer's ability to connect with and influence the crowd.
The concept of crowd control is further emphasized in the depiction of a group of individuals who stand guard and maintain order within the crowd. These figures are vigilant, always alert, and adept at calming and controlling the audience. Their presence serves to ensure that the crowd remains in check and does not disrupt the established order. The repetition of "They'll calm you down, They'll hold you down, Won't let you down" highlights their role in maintaining control over the crowd.
The lyrics also touch upon the notion of a select group of individuals who hold power and influence, operating from a position of exclusivity and superiority. These VIP figures are depicted as running the show from a hidden location, controlling and manipulating the audience from behind the scenes. They are portrayed as being beyond the reach of the common people and are focused on profiting from the crowd's desires. The lines "They know this all, They own this all, They sell this all" suggest a sense of ownership and exploitation of the collective emotions and experiences of the crowd.
Overall, "Crowd Control" delves into the complexities of societal control, manipulation, and the commercialization of emotions and identity. The song challenges listeners to reflect on the extent to which they are influenced and controlled by external forces, whether through entertainment, authority figures, or societal structures. The repeated question "Is your soul for sale?" prompts a deeper exploration of individual agency, authenticity, and the impact of external influences on one's sense of self and autonomy.
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