On february 13th, 2008, the CD Overworld was released worldwide. It was the second CD released through Spinefarm and consists of 12 tracks, including one cover (''Gimme More'' by Britney Spears). Compared to Deus Ex Machinae (MbD Records, a now defunct label) and Redeemer (Spinefarm), Overworld is a blend between the energetic SID as heard on DXM and the raw sound of Redeemer. Later in 2008 the song ''Overworld'' was featured in a hockey-commercial on the Swedish television. Two songs, ''Bionic Commando Main Theme'' and ''Area 88'' were recorded and released on the band's MySpace as well as on the official Bionic Commando (2009 video game). The ''Bionic Commando Main Theme'' was also featured in a promotional video.
Bionic Commando isn't the first game Machinae Supremacy got involved with. In 2004 they released the well-received and praised 28 track Jets'n'Guns Official Soundtrack, leveling up this side scrolling shooter. The album can be downloaded from their website.
The band released their fourth studio album, A View from the End of the World, on 3 November 2010. The video for the song "Force Feedback" was later released in 2011.
The fifth studio album, Rise of a Digital Nation, was released on 19 October 2012. It was featured on the controversial Swedish file-sharing website The Pirate Bay, leading to a significant increase in the band's online profile.
On 14 March 2014, vocalist Robert Stjärnström announced in the Machinae Supremacy fan Facebook group "MachinaeTribe" that "release [of the new album] won't be until August." The new album, titled Phantom Shadow, was released on 22 August 2014.
Machinae Supremacy has already made their place in history by being one of the first bands to embrace and utilize the Internet and file sharing to gain a huge fanbase without ever having signed a record contract, received airplay or any sponsored promotion. They've reached out to all corners of the world and today their site receives roughly 100,000 song downloads every month.
Machinae Supremacy was formed in summer 2000 by Robert Stjärnström, Kahl Hellmer and Jonas Rörling. The name of the band had existed even before this, but it was only a few months later the band really found the path they wanted to go. Andreas Gerdin, a long time friend of Jonas, joined on keyboards and Tobbe joined on drums. When the band parted with Tobbe in early 2002, Tomas Nilsén, old band-pal with Robert, took his place. When Kahl left for Uppsala in 2005, Johan Palovaara replaced him on bass. Palovaara was replaced by Johan Hedlund in 2007. After signing the Spinefarm deal, Andreas left the keyboards and started playing second guitar. Currently all live synthesizers come from a backing track. The latest change in line-up came about by Tomas leaving the band after 7 years of "pure win and awesome".
Official homepage: http://www.machinaesupremacy.com
Versus
Machinae Supremacy Lyrics
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I see you
As if for the first time ever
I will still stand with you in this fight
But you and I are through
I know now that I am better than you
You know it's true
The world around us cast in flames
Gods will rise and then fall again
In a light that fades and dies away
Do you feel?
We arrive at the final seal
The last of us and the God Machine
In a light that fades and dies away
If only you knew what it meant to me
To see you now
Your own wings extended and proud
I wanted you to find your own truth
Your own why and how
And now I can free you
From what you’ve been through
You know it’s true
I release you, so go now, my child
The world around us cast in flames
Gods will rise and then fall again
In a light that fades and dies away
Do you feel?
We arrive at the final seal
The last of us and the God Machine
In a light that fades and dies away
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The world around us cast in flames
Gods will rise and then fall again
In a light that fades and dies away
Do you feel?
We arrive at the final seal
The last of us and the God Machine
In a light that fades and dies away
The world around us cast in flames
Gods will rise and then fall again
In a light that fades and dies away
Do you feel?
We arrive at the final seal
The last of us and the God Machine
In a light that fades and dies away
The song "Versus" by Machinae Supremacy is an emotional reflection on breaking free from toxic relationships and finding one's own path. The first verse speaks to the realization that the singer is no longer willing to stand by someone who has become emotionally draining and holds them back. The line "I know now that I am better than you" suggests a sense of newfound strength and self-worth. The chorus, punctuated with the repeated question "Do you feel?" adds a sense of urgency to the message, as if the singer is challenging the subject to truly consider the impact of their actions. The second verse describes a desire to see the other person find their own way, but ultimately admitting that the only way to do so is to let them go.
The final repetition of the chorus adds a layer of apocalyptic imagery, invoking the idea of gods rising and falling and a final seal being arrived at. This suggests a larger context of personal growth within a larger societal struggle. The line "In a light that fades and dies away" speaks to the impermanence of both personal battles and worldly ones. Overall, "Versus" is a powerful anthem of empowerment and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
You look so different in this light
I notice a new aspect of you in this situation
I see you
I am aware of your presence
As if for the first time ever
As if I have never met you before
I will still stand with you in this fight
I will support you despite our differences
But you and I are through
Our relationship has reached its end
I know now that I am better than you
I have gained the strength to move on without you
You know it's true
You are aware of the reality of the situation
Now get the fuck out of my way, old man
Leave my path and do not interfere
The world around us cast in flames
The world is embroiled in chaos
Gods will rise and then fall again
Those in positions of power will eventually lose it
In a light that fades and dies away
The hope fades and all seems lost
Do you feel?
Can you sense the gravity of the situation?
We arrive at the final seal
The last turning point has been reached
The last of us and the God Machine
The ultimate battle between humans and technology
If only you knew what it meant to me
I wish you understood the depth of my emotions
To see you now
To witness your current state
Your own wings extended and proud
You have found your own strength and confidence
I wanted you to find your own truth
I hoped you would discover your own authentic self
Your own why and how
Your own purpose and method of living
And now I can free you
I am able to release you from my influence
From what you’ve been through
From the struggles and hardships you have faced
I release you, so go now, my child
I relinquish my hold on you, go forth and be yourself
The world around us cast in flames
The world is embroiled in chaos
Gods will rise and then fall again
Those in positions of power will eventually lose it
In a light that fades and dies away
The hope fades and all seems lost
Do you feel?
Can you sense the gravity of the situation?
We arrive at the final seal
The last turning point has been reached
The last of us and the God Machine
The ultimate battle between humans and technology
The world around us cast in flames
The world is embroiled in chaos
Gods will rise and then fall again
Those in positions of power will eventually lose it
In a light that fades and dies away
The hope fades and all seems lost
Do you feel?
Can you sense the gravity of the situation?
We arrive at the final seal
The last turning point has been reached
The last of us and the God Machine
The ultimate battle between humans and technology
Contributed by Gabriella D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Isakaldaz Wulfazizsunus
This album is an instant classic.
KSims
this album is so refreshingly good
Kasia Mleczarska
I know MaSu don't mind if people upload their music on YT or download their music from torrents, so that's really nice you still advertise them in the description. :)
Nekoroms Random
but still youtube puts a copyright strike on it :D