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Martigan was founded in March 1994 by the keyboarder Oliver Rebhan. He used his contacts in the local music-scene to unite different musicians in a new band.
Rather than aiming at any commercial success the members of the band chose to write and perform music that met their personal preferences.
The work of 2 weeks composing together with Kai Marckwordt, Jürgen Edlinger, Axel Schütze and Alex Bisch can definetly be named as "Progressive Rock". The first track was born - PAINTER.
In the end of 1994 they recorded their first demo CD using two DAT recorders. This recording, produced during only at two weekends, served as master-tape for Martigans first Album.
The album was named after the village where the bands first rehearsals took place: Stolzenbach
Martigan then met cologne music-producer Rudolf Nepix who got interested in their music and encouraged them to start recording a second CD called “Ciel Ouvert”, which was released on the Label FLOH DUR in 1996 .
Additionally, a Maxi-CD „Simplicius“ came out in early 1997
You will find all CD’s on the website www.martigan.com
– Take a look at the Fansit to !: www.martigan-progrock.com........
Several concerts and gigs followed. A highlight in Martigans history up to now was a concert as support act of the Canadian Progressive Rock Band SAGA in Cologne.
Guitar-player Juergen Edlinger left the group in the mid of 1998 because he became father for the second time :-)
To fill in for Juergen, Björn Bisch - Brother of the drummer Alex Bisch joined the band. He grasped the essence of Martigans music very fast and by adding his own „grain of salt“ the music became even more impulsive.
The years 1999 and 2000 were dedicated to the composition of new songs and the work on various draft recordings.
In 2000 Axel Schuetze left the band - he became a father too ;-)
Peter Kindler took over the bass instead and gave Martigans music an absolutely new dimension by deeper modulation ;-) Our new album „Man of the Moment“ was released in 2002.
At the end of 2008 the Bassplayer Peter leaved the band in case of personal circumstances.
Since begin of 2009: Out now – the new album VISION is out !!! Enjoy it !!!!
Martigan has a new guy on bass: Oliver Baumann. Welcome !
initial members
Oliver Rebhan (1994 - present)
Kai Marckwordt (1994 - present)
Alex Bisch (1994 - present)
Jürgen Edlinger (1994 - 1998)
Axel Schütze (1994 - 2002)
current members
Kai Marckwordt - Lead Vocals, 12 String Guitar, Saxophone
Oliver Rebhan - Keyboard, Backing Vocals
Alex Bisch - Drums, Backing Vocals
Björn Bisch - Guitar
Oliver Baumann - Bass
former members
Jürgen Edlinger (1994-1998) Guitar
Axel Schütze (1994–2002) Bass
Peter Kindler (2002–2008) Bass
Discography
Studioalben
Stolzenbach (1994; Eigenvertrieb),
Ciel Ouvert (1996; Floh Dur),
Man of the Moment (2002; Floh Dur),
Vision (2009; Floh Dur),
DVD
Martigan Live DVD (2004; Floh Dur),
Maxi CD
Simplicius Maxi CD (1997; Floh Dur),
Weblinks
Martigan official Website
Martigan official Fansite
Martigan official Myspace Site
Martigan official Facebook Site
Tonight
Martigan Lyrics
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when I can't cope with my own song
all the world around seems strong
and I don'! know where I belong
When another newborn hero
is introduced on MTV
another's free will pushed to zero
We enjoy coloured fireworks
crushing the firmament
We depend on those fireworks
lightin' our face and soul
The property of the betier kind
is a challenge to a simple mind
the kids kids ignore the moralists
and realize their profit-minds
Then ev'ry thing goes wrong
the song machine goes on & on
the gods of business much too strong
the kids do get the message wrong
And another drunken hero
is reproduced on MTV
another's genus gone to zero
no careers for free
We enjoy coloured fireworks
crushing the firmament
We depend on those fireworks
lightin' our face and soul
The property of the better kind
is a challenge to any simple mind
the kids kids ignore the realists
and moralize Iheii profit-minds
Gladiators fighl between
(the) torches of illusion
never a chance to finish it all
as anything else but a loser
Then ev'ry move goes wrong
the crowd beyond is much more strong
and with a twinkle in my eyes
I realize that I'm the one to cry
...to cry tonight
The lyrics of Martigan's song "Tonight" express a sense of disorientation and disillusionment with the world around us. The first verse describes a feeling of being overwhelmed and lost when things don't go as planned. The second verse criticizes the media's glorification of "newborn heroes" and "drunken heroes" and the way it manipulates young people into conforming to a profit-driven culture. The chorus talks about the dependence on color fireworks, which could be seen as a metaphor for the fleeting pleasure and instant gratification that modern society offers.
The bridge of the song is particularly noteworthy as it uses the imagery of gladiators fighting under the illusions of torches, offering no chance to win but to lose. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the struggles faced by individuals in today's society, where they are set up to fail by a system that is designed to benefit those in power.
The last verse brings back the feeling of being lost and overwhelmed, with the realization that sometimes it is okay to cry and release your emotions.
Overall, "Tonight" is a commentary on the current state of society, where we are bombarded with messages that push us towards an unattainable and superficial idea of success, leaving us feeling disoriented and disillusioned.
Line by Line Meaning
When ev'ry thing goes wrong
When everything in life seems to be going wrong
when I can't cope with my own song
When I am struggling with my own personal struggles
all the world around seems strong
Everyone else seems to have it all together
and I don'! know where I belong
I feel lost and unsure of my place in the world
When another newborn hero
When a new celebrity is born
is introduced on MTV
They are being showcased on television
another's free will pushed to zero
Another person's freedom of choice is being taken away
all Ihose kids could see
The youth are witnessing this happening
We enjoy coloured fireworks
We take pleasure in flashy and exciting things
crushing the firmament
Breaking through boundaries and limitations
We depend on those fireworks
We rely on these flashy things for enjoyment
lightin' our face and soul
These flashy things bring light and joy to our lives
The property of the betier kind
The high-quality things in life
is a challenge to a simple mind
They can be difficult to understand for those who are not well-educated
the kids kids ignore the moralists
The youth ignore those who preach morals
and realize their profit-minds
They understand the importance of making money
Then ev'ry thing goes wrong
Then everything falls apart
the song machine goes on & on
The music industry continues to produce songs on repeat
the gods of business much too strong
The corporations and businesses have too much power
the kids do get the message wrong
The youth misinterpret the message being sent to them
And another drunken hero
Another celebrity who drinks and behaves badly
is reproduced on MTV
They are being showcased on television
another's genus gone to zero
Another person's intelligence is being reduced
no careers for free
Careers require hard work and effort
The kids kids ignore the realists
The youth ignore those who live in reality
and moralize Iheii profit-minds
They prioritize making money over anything else
Gladiators fighl between
People compete against each other
(the) torches of illusion
Their goals and ambitions are based on false illusions
never a chance to finish it all
They never have a chance to truly succeed
as anything else but a loser
They see themselves as always coming up short
Then ev'ry move goes wrong
Then every decision made leads to trouble
the crowd beyond is much more strong
The outside pressures and opinions are overwhelming
and with a twinkle in my eyes
Despite everything, I still have hope
I realize that I'm the one to cry
I am the one who is struggling and experiencing pain
...to cry tonight
Tonight, I am feeling emotional and overwhelmed
Contributed by Isabelle H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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