In the beginning Madder Mortem was formed in 1993 as Mystery Tribe, and recorded the demo "Days in Sorrow". The name was changed to Madder Mortem, and in January 1997, the MCD "Misty Sleep" was recorded. The result was mailed around, Misanthropy Records reacted and the debut "Mercury" (X-ray Studios) was released in February 1999. "Mercury" was well received, but sadly, Misanthropy decided to close down, which left the Madders with neither company nor contract.
In 1999 Christian Ruud (guitars), Boye Nyberg (bass) and Sigurd Nielsen (drums) left the band to pursue educations and other pastimes.
This was naturally a setback, but after some time Agnete and BP found new musicians. Eirik Ulvo Langnes (guitars), Pål Mozart Bjørke (bass) and Mads Solås (drums) joined the band. All former acquaintances, the new members fitted in perfectly.
In December 1999 Century Media got in touch. The Madders promptly got to work, and in January 2000 a new demo was recorded (Space Valley Studios). This demo, containing three of the "AFIG" songs, saw the Madders turn in a new and heavier direction. Century Media received this demo exclusively and Madder Mortem became a CMR band. Madder Mortem's second album, "All flesh is grass" (Studio Underground, Sweden) was released in February 2001, with cover art from former guitar player Christian Ruud. Reviews were very good, and the aggressive and driven music lent another face to Madder Mortem.
September/October 2001, Madder Mortem supported Tristania, Rotting Christ and Vintersorg on a 23-date European tour. Returning back home, the Madders started writing again. Studio Underground was re-invaded in May 2002, and after a hard-as-hell period of three weeks, "Deadlands" was born. It is darker and groovier than its' predecessor, but also shows even more sides to the Madder face. Music, lyrics and cover art (by Christian) was developed together, and the conceptual whole is a bleak but organic monster not fit for the faint of heart.
"Deadlands" was released 21st October 2002. The End Records licensed it for the US, and on 11th February 2003 we had our first album release in the US.
In February and March 2003 Madder Mortem supported Opeth on the European leg of their "Deliverance" tour. A chance like that doesn't come often, and the reason for it was Mr Åkerfeldt's personal interest in the Madder music. We had 6 fantastic weeks on the road with a band that have mastered both musical and social skills, and we're very grateful to the Opeth guys for giving us this opportunity. In addition to taking us all over Western Europe, the Opeth tour also saw us entering the UK shores for the first time.
2006 saw the release of Madder Mortem's 4th full length studio album, Desiderata. The album is more polished than deadlands and sees a shift back away from any "nu-metal" stylings that had crept into the deadlands album.
Eight Ways is the all new album from Madder Mortem, released in June 2009.
Omnivore
Madder Mortem Lyrics
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Your backbreaking labor is earning you nothing but hopes undone
Here nothing is sacred; what pride there is left will not hold
The price of your failure is shown in the trinkets that weigh you down
I'm swimming in obscenity that gives me not one second's peace
Mirror all my faults and flaws, crack jokes at all that I'm made of
Weeping in our restless sleep, we're dreaming of lucidity and peace
All good withers and dies
We seized it all, only to let go
The empty winners drowning in the flow
We are all forlorn
Riddle is solving itself as I kneel and devour
The strength of the terror will never relieve you of crawling on
Small voices are prying at secrets I don't want to share
Pathetic and sweet, all remorse is cut off with the leech that bleeds me
All good withers and dies in our hands
We seized it all, only to let go
The empty sinners drowning in the flow
I'm swimming in obscenity that gives me not one second's peace
Mirror all my faults and flaws, crack jokes at all that I'm made of
The silent heartstone at my feet: We're gagged and bound and incomplete
Nothing holds in what we are. Our filth and greed has come too far
The great deceit, the greater made by truth well hid in words and shades
Ten letters on my stony bed to witness every mouthful fed
'Cause I am the one who will rip you apart
So die
The lyrics of Madder Mortem's song "Omnivore" seems to be a commentary on the negative aspects of human nature, specifically our tendency towards greed and self-destruction. The first verse addresses the plight of the working class, describing their efforts as "backbreaking labor" that ultimately brings them nothing but disappointment. The second verse speaks of the singer's own struggle with their inner demons, with lines like "mirror all my faults and flaws" and "crack jokes at all that I'm made of." The chorus repeats the idea that "all good withers and dies," indicating a sense of futility in our efforts to succeed and find happiness.
The third verse refers to the idea of the "great deceit," an unseen force that clouds our judgement and blinds us to the truth. The last few lines of the song take on a more aggressive tone, with the singer proclaiming themselves as the one who will "rip you apart." This could be interpreted as a call to action, a demand for change or a warning of the consequences of our actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, little figures that toil under weather and sun
Addressing those who work tirelessly under harsh conditions
Your backbreaking labor is earning you nothing but hopes undone
Their hard work is leading to unsuccessful outcomes
Here nothing is sacred; what pride there is left will not hold
Even things considered valuable lose their worth here
The price of your failure is shown in the trinkets that weigh you down
They carry the results of their failures with them in meaningless objects
I'm swimming in obscenity that gives me not one second's peace
The artist is submerged in something grotesque that doesn't allow them any mental rest
Mirror all my faults and flaws, crack jokes at all that I'm made of
Reflecting on their shortcomings and inadequacies, and finding them humorous
Weeping in our restless sleep, we're dreaming of lucidity and peace
The only time they find solace is in their dreams
All good withers and dies
Anything good will eventually come to an end
We seized it all, only to let go
They held onto things tightly but eventually had to relinquish them
The empty winners drowning in the flow
Those who 'won' have gained nothing and are overwhelmed
We are all forlorn
Everyone is abandoned, despairing and sad
Riddle is solving itself as I kneel and devour
A mystery is clarifying as the artist uncovers its secrets
The strength of the terror will never relieve you of crawling on
Being terrified will not stop them from moving forward, even if it's painful and slow
Small voices are prying at secrets I don't want to share
There are people who are trying to uncover things the singer would rather keep hidden
Pathetic and sweet, all remorse is cut off with the leech that bleeds me
A leech has taken away their regret and sorrow in a cruel, yet oddly comforting way
The silent heartstone at my feet: We're gagged and bound and incomplete
They feel trapped, unable to express themselves, and unsatisfied
Nothing holds in what we are. Our filth and greed has come too far
They cannot contain their destructive nature any longer
The great deceit, the greater made by truth well hid in words and shades
Lies are becoming more believable and powerful with the careful use of language and deception
Ten letters on my stony bed to witness every mouthful fed
Something ominous and unexplainable is watching the singer's every move
'Cause I am the one who will rip you apart
The artist is promising violence and destruction towards someone or something
So die
A command to whoever or whatever they are directing their anger towards
Lyrics © OBO APRA/AMCOS
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@hedlik
great song ! love em ! thx for uploading !
@Macska56
this is nonsense...292 views?? such a great band! among top three of my the most favorite.