J.M.K.E. started back in the 80's as… Read Full Bio ↴J.M.K.E. formed in Estonia in 1986.
J.M.K.E. started back in the 80's as kind of dissidents in Estonia, the former republic of Soviet Union.
They were engaged by Finnish record label Stupido Twins, where they record their debut album Külmale Maale - To The Cold Country (i.e. Siberia) in 1989. This unique mix of innovative hardcore music with untypically strong melodies and meaningful political lyrics even got them into the charts in Finland and Estonia. Maximum Rock'n Roll called them simply "Absolutely excellent".
Their second album Gringode Kultuur and the third project, a CD called Sputniks in Pectopah, which featured punked-up versions of old Russian revolutionary songs, were also released in Central Europe by the German label Cuacha.
Meanwhile, the political situation had changed: the former enemy (Soviet Union) was gone and Estonia was independent again, but J.M.K.E. had not softened. The capitalist society did not prove to be a paradise for the thinking man's punk rocker...
So J.M.K.E. stayed true to its punky roots which are very well present on their fourth album Jäneste Invasioon. Many claimed it to be their best offering since their acclaimed debut. Jäneste Invasioon, full of fierce energy and even spiced with ska-rhythms, also celebrated J.M.K.E`s 10th birthday.
It was followed by the first real J.M.K.E. -collection Totally Estoned, out through our funny friends in Germany, Tug Records...
J.M.K.E got their 5th studio-album, Öhtumaa Viimased Tunnid , The Last Days of Occidentia out in the spring of 2000. The fierce hardcore on the album proved that a punk-band can go on for nearly 15 years without losing it's teeth on the way...
The 6th album Ainult planeet was issued in 2002 and it can hardly be said that they loose any of their energy.
The latest issue up today is the Mälestusi Eesi NSV-st CD which came out in 2006. This album contains re-recorded songs from their early work which were already issued on the "Rumal nali" tape in the 80s. The new CD contains the material in a much more modern style.
The original lineup consisted of
Mati Pors - vocal,
Villu Tamme - guitarr,
Tarvo Hanno Varres - bass,
Venno Vanamölder - drumms
(find more: http://www.stupido.fi/twins/eng/jmke.shtml)
Preface
J.M.K.E. Lyrics
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so I'm calling out your name
I've got a confession
same one again
life is not a game
but I'm stuck on the stage
trying to keep the fame
from getting to my head
The lyrics to J.M.K.E.'s song Preface describe the overwhelming pressure and struggle that comes with fame. The singer admits that the constant attention and spotlight is taking a toll on them, and they feel like they are losing sight of themselves. They reach out to someone (presumably a friend or loved one) for help, calling out their name for support. The repetition of "same one again" emphasizes the feeling of being stuck in a cycle, unable to break free from the demands of the public eye.
The line "life is not a game" is a reminder that despite the glitz and glamour of fame, it is still real life with real consequences. The singer feels trapped on the stage, trying to maintain their image and popularity while also staying true to themselves. It's a vulnerable and honest portrayal of the difficulties that come with success.
Overall, the lyrics of Preface convey a sense of exhaustion and frustration with the pressures of fame. The singer is struggling to reconcile their public persona with their personal identity, and is reaching out for help in the midst of the chaos.
Line by Line Meaning
The fire's getting to me
I'm feeling overwhelmed and consumed by the intensity and pressure of my situation.
so I'm calling out your name
I'm yearning for a sense of comfort and stability, and seeking to connect with someone I trust and rely on.
I've got a confession
I need to be honest and open about something important that's been weighing on me, and share my true thoughts and feelings.
same one again
It's a recurring issue or challenge that I haven't been able to overcome, and I'm feeling stuck in this cycle of repeating mistakes or struggles.
life is not a game
I recognize the seriousness and complexity of the world around me, and understand that my actions and choices have real consequences for myself and others.
but I'm stuck on the stage
Despite this awareness, I feel trapped and unable to escape the public scrutiny and pressure that comes with being in the spotlight or having a high-stakes role.
trying to keep the fame
I'm struggling to maintain a positive public image and reputation, and resist the temptation to prioritize popularity or attention over my true values and priorities.
from getting to my head
I'm striving to remain grounded and authentic, and not let success or external validation inflate my ego or distort my sense of self.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Joel Prince
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