They saw a poster featuring a German World War II tank, named Jagdpanzer literally "hunting tank" in German, but actually referring to what in English would be called a tank destroyer, which they decided to name their band after. They were, however, unable to pronounce the name correctly and as a result, dropped the letter "D" from the name and simply called it Jag Panzer. The band, who were all in their late teens at the time, played at local venues in the Denver club circuit, and recorded an EP in 1983, later known as Tyrants. In early 1984, the band recruited Joey Tafolla, a native of California, and promptly recorded their first album, Ample Destruction. The album was released in August of that year by the independent record label Azra Records. The album was an underground hit in the United States, and in Europe and Japan it was available on import only.
After the release of the album, the band relocated to Southern California. Tafolla quit the band in 1986, releasing a solo album, Out of the Sun, in 1987, while Conklin played with Riot for a brief period in the late 1980s, before forming his own band, Titan Force. Without the two key members of the Ample Destruction line-up, Jag Panzer, or more accurately Briody and Tetley, as Hilyard had also been replaced by Reynold 'Butch' Carlson (who also left in 1986 along with Tafolla), revamped the band by recruiting vocalist Bob Parduba, and guitarist Christian Lasegue.
The Swedish born drummer, Rikard Stjernquist, was added to the line-up and the band proceeded to record the follow-up to their debut LP. The album was recorded in late 1987, but never got an official release.
By 1994, the band had reunited, this time with vocalist Daniel J. Conca, with Tetley and Briody on bass and guitar. Guitarist Chris Hostka and drummer Rikard Stjernquist were employed on their first official album in almost 10 years, Dissident Alliance. It was released by the German indie label Rising Sun.
The next album was on Century Media, The Fourth Judgement, which came out in late 1997, followed by Age of Mastery (1998). Jag Panzer sought to tackle more ambitious territory for their next album, with Thane to the Throne, a concept album about William Shakespeare's Macbeth.
Mechanized Warfare was released in 2001, then the band released a double album in 2003 that featured previously unreleased tracks as well as songs from their first LP. Decade of the Nail Spiked Bat came out in 2003, and featured re-recorded and remixed old material. In 2004, the band released Casting the Stones. The previously unreleased Chain of Command album was remixed and was issued in 2004 as a limited edition.
In 2008, Chris Broderick left the band to join Megadeth, and was replaced by Christian Lasegue, who handled lead guitar duties on Chain of Command.
On December 23, 2008, Briody made a post on the band's official forum stating that the title of their next album would be The Scourge of the Light. On the official site, the band announced that SPV/Sony planned to release the album in February 2011. The album was released March 8, 2011.
Two weeks after its release, The Scourge of the Light placed at No. 117 on the Billboard New Artist Chart, making the album Jag Panzer's most successful to date.
On July 25, 2011, the band announced that they are to disband due to the rising costs of touring. Jag Panzer played a special early days show tour with Joey Tafolla for the first time in Europe. They played two shows in Greece, one in Austria and they headlined the Keep It True Festival XVII on April 25, 2014, in Germany.
High Roller Records released a 4-LP vinyl box set entitled Historical Battles – The Early Years, on April 19, 2013, limited to 500 copies.
By 2014, Jag Panzer had commenced working on their tenth album for a near future release, also featuring lead guitarist Joey Tafolla for the first time since 1997's The Fourth Judgement. Jag Panzer announced in August 2014 that it was looking for a new vocalist. However, it now appears that Harry Conklin has rejoined the group as of March 2015. In October 2015 the band announced their new album title would be The Deviant Chord and would be released sometime in 2017. The album, which was released by SPV/Steamhammer on September 29, 2017, included a cover version of the Irish folk song "Foggy Dew".
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jag_Panzer
Discography
Ample Destruction (1984)
Dissident Alliance (1994)
The Fourth Judgement (1997)
The Age of Mastery (1998)
Thane to the Throne (2000)
Mechanized Warfare (2001)
Chain of Command (2004, inedits in 1987)
Casting the Stones (2004)
The Scourge of the Light (2011)
The Deviant Chord (2017)
The Hallowed (2023)
cycles
Jag Panzer Lyrics
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Shake me down to the core
make me chomp at the bit
Watch me crawl and plead and fit
All the while you're in control
Seeing right into my soul
Like a child I curl and cry
For the flesh I'll taste tonight
Turn the screw hear the cream
Something juicy in between
Dripping, drenching, pouring out
Who is master there's no doubt
With each scar I know my place
Marks of pleasure can't erase
Smell the musk thick in the room
Warning all impending doom
You make me beg
You make me plead
You make me burn
(Make me bleed)
When I am torn, you lick my wounds
Then I return...
Turn the table time to feed
Time for you to beg and plead
With each thrust I spill out life
Draining out from deep inside
Body bursting to errupt
From your cup that I now sup
Ever flowing ecstasy
In your knees it's time to feed
You make me beg
You make me plead
You make me burn
(Make me bleed)
When I am torn, you lick my wounds
Then I return...
The song "Cycles" by Jag Panzer appears to be a tribute to the BDSM culture. The lyrics describe the singer's submissive nature and desire to be dominated by their partner. They long to be taken down to the floor, shaken to the core, and made to feel out of control. The imagery is sensual and provocative, with descriptions of an all-consuming desire for pleasure and a willingness to submit to their partner's every command. The singer begs, pleads, and burns for their partner, who is in complete control of their body and mind. There is a clear power dynamic at play, with the partner taking on a dominant and commanding role, while the singer is willing to submit to their every whim. Despite this, there is also a sense of mutual pleasure and satisfaction, with both partners finding fulfillment in their roles.
Overall, "Cycles" is a deeply erotic and provocative song that explores themes of dominance and submission. It is a testament to the power of passion and desire in all its forms, and it will undoubtedly resonate with anyone who has ever found themselves longing to be taken to the brink of ecstasy by someone they trust.
Line by Line Meaning
Take me down to the floor
Bring me to my knees and submit to your dominance
Shake me down to the core
Invoke a visceral response, make me feel your power completely
make me chomp at the bit
Make me eager and willing to submit and obey
Watch me crawl and plead and fit
Observe as I humiliate and degrade myself for your pleasure
All the while you're in control
You remain the dominant force in this experience
Seeing right into my soul
You understand and exploit my deepest vulnerabilities
Like a child I curl and cry
I submit completely, allowing myself to be vulnerable and powerless
For the flesh I'll taste tonight
I am willing to engage in physical pleasure, regardless of the cost
Turn the screw hear the cream
Increase the intensity and watch as I respond
Something juicy in between
There is a unique and undeniable connection between us
Dripping, drenching, pouring out
The experience is increasingly intense and satisfying for both parties
Who is master there's no doubt
You remain in total control throughout the encounter
With each scar I know my place
Marks of pleasure are reminders of my submission and devotion
Marks of pleasure can't erase
The physical pleasure and ecstasy are unforgettable
Smell the musk thick in the room
The air is thick with raw, intense sexuality
Warning all impending doom
The experience is addictive and potentially dangerous
You make me beg
You compel me to plead for physical pleasure
You make me plead
You demand that I beg and submit to your will
You make me burn
You cause intense emotional and physical sensations
(Make me bleed)
Physical pain is a potential consequence of the experience
When I am torn, you lick my wounds
You demonstrate care and control by tending to my injuries
Then I return...
I am drawn back into the experience again and again
Turn the table time to feed
It is your turn to submit and obey
Time for you to beg and plead
You must demonstrate your willingness to submit and obey
With each thrust I spill out life
The experience is intense and potentially life-changing
Draining out from deep inside
The experience causes deep internal sensations and emotions
Body bursting to errupt
The experience creates an intense physical release
From your cup that I now sup
The pleasure is derived from your control and dominance
Ever flowing ecstasy
The physical pleasure is continuous and unending
In your knees it's time to feed
You must submit and obey, demonstrating your devotion
Contributed by Max T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.