(A. A Czech contemporary b… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
(A. A Czech contemporary band
(B. A Brazillian female-fronted metal band
(C. A Chilean funk/acid jazz/disco band http://www.facebook.com/mataharisoul
(D. A Boston / Merrimack Valley Hardcore band www.myspace.com/mataharima
(E. A Reggae Band from Indonesia. Catch 'em here http://www.facebook.com/pages/Matahari-Reggae-Band/77540950927
Matahari is a Czech band originated betweeen April and May 2001, its contemporary music style and members crystallized out through the years. From the hard beginning of this band is Žántí the main singer.
Along its producing the band signed contract with MEDIATACK, whereas this cooperation was very short - no beginning, no end. This band cut some music videos which are possible to watch on TV Óčko or on ČT2 in the programme Velká noční hudba. Matahari has won several awards like the first places in Broumovská kytara 2005 (from fans and the jury), then they were in semi-finale in Nová krev 2006 or in Múza 2006.
In the year 2003 they have taken part in Represent Tour of the band Lety mimo, in the year 2007 supported before the concert of the band Krucipüsk throught the April "Ahoj tour", then american Dog Eat Dog, german H-Blockxs, Jana Kratochvílová or the band Harmful, whose member is Billy Gould from the band Faith No More.
In November 2007 Matahari cut a record in SONO studio under production of Milan Cimfe (Kabát, Čechomor, Krucipüsk...) The debuted album "Jistota se houpá", which called after the phrase in the song 13. komnata, included 13 compositions.
This debut is coming in January 2008 as a insertion in the music magazine REPORT.
December 2010 released 2nd official album "Šapito iluzí" and new video "Praha je láska i svině" (Prague is Love and Swine).
Official website www.matahari.cz
(B. Bristly, coarse and unflinching, serving of edgy female poprock takes the poppy and punky influences of Garbage, No Doubt and Blondie and mutates them into a personal, memorable breed of accessibility with brutally honest, "badass" chick rock. Keeping it interesting by playing with beat and rhyhtm, structure and the moments of musical pay-off, Matahari is an alternative rock group fronted by female vocalist Ivona Coufalova, their sound is a blend of contemporary pop, punk, rock and techno. Matahari's lyrics are intriguing set to dark driving rhythms and upbeat grooves. Ivona is a passionate vocalist and the band is hard driving utilizing rock rifts with an electronic edge. The CD opens with 'Scream Out Love' that combines stimulating techno tones with a heavy beat leading to the powerful hook belted out by Coufalova. It is followed by another rocker 'Sugar', which is clever lyrically and edgy in execution. 'Over Now' melds varied tempos with dramatic pauses. The song is dark and driving. Matahari, named after a World War I female spy, is aptly named as they combine modern mystery with musical magic! author: Laura T Lynch of Kweevak.com, Tamara Turner, CD Baby.com
self defense
Matahari Lyrics
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Illuminate the clouded mirror
Renavigate your river
Stick to your case to make it clear and
Elevate yourself above it all
In self defense just refuse to join the dance
Don't even glance when you think you missed the chance
Don't let it plague your mind and crush your confidence
Protest the lines they feed you
Ignore the signs they will mislead you
Invest the time to make you
I know you'll last don't let them break you
Elevate yourself above it all...
Falling through lavish arrogance
Without the scars with no defense
Perfection wears away your edge
It keeps you bound, glued to the ground, you lose your sound
In self defense...
The lyrics of "Self Defense" by Matahari seem to be centered on the idea of individuality and taking a stand against conformity. The first verse encourages one to break free from external constraints and focus on self-discovery and exploration. The line "stick to your case to make it clear" implies that one's identity is unique and should not be compromised to fit societal norms. The second verse advocates for self-preservation and resistance against the pressure to conform. Taking the stance of self-defense, the lyrics assert that there is no need to follow in others' footsteps or submit to their expectations. The line "protest the lines they feed you" speaks to the resistance against propaganda and manipulation, while "invest the time to make you" is a call to self-improvement and growth.
The chorus of the song reinforces the idea of individuality and encourages standing firm in one's beliefs. "In self defense just refuse to join the dance" implies that one should not be swayed by the crowd or conform to external pressures. "Don't even glance when you think you missed the chance" is a reminder to focus on one's own path and not worry about missing out on opportunities that do not align with their values. The last line of the chorus, "don't let it plague your mind and crush your confidence," is a final reminder to stay strong and maintain one's individuality, no matter the circumstance.
Overall, "Self Defense" by Matahari is a powerful encouragement to embrace one's individuality and not succumb to the pressure of conformity. The lyrics touch on themes of self-discovery, self-preservation, and resistance to manipulation, all of which are important messages in today's world.
Line by Line Meaning
Open the cage, forever
Free yourself from any constraints that might hold you back forever.
Illuminate the clouded mirror
Clarify and gain insight into the things that might be unclear or confusing.
Renavigate your river
Redirect your path and find new ways to navigate through life.
Stick to your case to make it clear and
Stand firm in your beliefs and opinions to make them clear and understandable to yourself and others.
Elevate yourself above it all
Rise above any negative influences or pressure and focus on your own wellbeing.
In self defense just refuse to join the dance
To protect yourself, avoid falling into negative patterns or behaviors of others.
No need to deal with consequence
By avoiding negative behaviors, you can avoid negative consequences.
Don't even glance when you think you missed the chance
Do not dwell on missed opportunities or allow them to impact your focus moving forward.
Don't let it plague your mind and crush your confidence
Do not allow negative thoughts to consume you and destroy your self-confidence.
Protest the lines they feed you
Challenge the commonly accepted beliefs or opinions that might hold you back.
Ignore the signs they will mislead you
Be cautious and pay attention to your instincts instead of blindly following what others tell you.
Invest the time to make you
Put in the effort and time necessary to become your best self.
I know you'll last don't let them break you
Believe in yourself and your ability to persevere, despite any obstacles.
Falling through lavish arrogance
Arrogance can cause you to lose sight of what is important and lead to downfall.
Without the scars with no defense
Without the lessons learned from past experiences, you will be ill-equipped to handle future challenges.
Perfection wears away your edge
The constant pursuit of perfection can actually hold you back and lessen your effectiveness.
It keeps you bound, glued to the ground, you lose your sound
The fear of failure can keep you stuck and prevent you from realizing your full potential.
In self defense...
All of the foregoing instruction constitute the Matahari's self-defense statement.
Contributed by Zoe P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.