The original lineup, consisting of Šarčević (vocals & bass), Ohlsson (guitar), and Färm (drums), released their first demo tape, Goofy, in early 1993. Soon afterwards, Larzon joined the band to play drums, allowing Färm to perform as the second guitarist. In the summer of 1993, they recorded a second demo tape, Melack. The band sent the tape to Burning Heart Records, a new record label formed earlier that year. They signed Millencolin to do a CD single, which culminated in the release of Use Your Nose in November 1993. Success of the single prompted Burning Heart to sign the band to release a full album. In July 1994, the band released Skauch, initially planned to be a single for their new album. However, the band decided to record four cover songs as well and released it as an EP instead. They put out their first major release, Tiny Tunes, in 1994. The recording and mixing of the album took two weeks. Legal trouble with Warner Brothers over the title and cover artwork of the album led the band to re-release it in 1996 under the name Same Old Tunes.
Millencolin continued to tour and in 1995 brought out their second full-length album Life on a Plate. This coincided with Millencolin beginning to tour outside of Scandinavia. At the end of 1995, the US record company Epitaph wanted to release Life on a Plate in the US, and the band agreed. They then toured further afield, touring Japan, Australia, Brazil and Canada, and played as part of the 1997 Warped Tour.
Further albums For Monkeys and compilation The Melancholy Collection followed, but the band's popularity increased in 2000 with the release of Pennybridge Pioneers, an album with more of a rock influence than the band's previous skate punk/ska punk sound. The recording took six weeks and they started their first major worldwide tour. Millencolin played in Wellington, New Zealand, followed by an Australian tour. This led to an early release of the album in Australia and New Zealand. Millencolin wrote on tour and release Home from Home in 2002. In 2003, the band received the Best Swedish Rock award from the Swedish Hit Awards.
Kingwood, released in March 2005, marked the band's return to a faster and more traditional punk rock sound, collaborating it with their recently founded rock sound, and completed a world tour in follow up of the album. The album debuted at No. 2 in the Swedish chart.
On October 22, 2007 the band entered the studio to start writing and recording songs for their seventh album Machine 15.
The band has hosted a skateboard contest at their own skatepark in Örebro, Sweden named the Millencolin Open. They say they started this annual contest because skateboarding is what brought them together and now they have the chance to make something good of their town and of skateboarding.
Šarčević released his second solo album entitled Roll Roll and Flee, whilst Färm promoted his side-project Franky Lee.
They wrote and released a single dedicated to their hometown football club Örebro SK titled Örebro in 2009. It was played in the stadium for the first time on May 11, 2009 in the home game vs Hammarby Fotboll.
In 2010, they toured in Canada and South America, where they played Pennybridge Pioneers in its entirety. They also played the 2011 Soundwave Festival in Australia.
In 2012 Millencolin celebrated 20 years as a band, they simply put up their own festival. "Millencolin 20 Year Festival" was a 2-day Open Air Festival at Brunnsparken, Örebro, Sweden on the 8th & 9th of June 2012. Millencolin closed both nights by doing two exclusive sets from the band’s entire 20-year long career with different songs each night. In addition to Millencolin, a bunch of international and national bands has played on stage. A temporary festival site was built, including a huge catering tent with food and drinks. Besides this, WESC presented a skate contest with invited pro skaters. There were also a camp just 5 min from the festival and with their own waterpark.
The band announced on facebook a limited "yellow bird" toy would be available in the festival but due on delay in the production the sale was only possible in future tours. Carry You single from the compilation album The Melancholy Connection was released on vinyl limited to 500 copies in this festival.
On April No Fun At All canceled their appear at 20 Years Festival due their disbandment [10]. So then the canadian trio Danko Jones was invited to join it the festival.
A Day To Remember's Jeremy McKinnon has stated that Millencolin has been a big influence on A Day to Remember.
On May 29, 2012, Millencolin released The Melancholy Connection, a follow-up compilation to The Melancholy Collection featuring b-sides from Pennybridge Pioneers onward. The album also features a DVD of a behind-the-scenes look at the previous decade of the band.
In February 2015, Millencolin announced their latest album True Brew would be released in April. The first track "Sense & Sensibility" premiered on YouTube, with a three-part mini documentary about the making of the album being posted leading up to the release. The album was released at different times in different regions; on April 22 in Sweden; April 24 in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and the Netherlands; April 27 in the rest of Europe and on April 28 in the US.
Kemp
Millencolin Lyrics
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Will civilized lifestyle put an end to this we'll see,
We got the dated book, we got the go
You got the hated looks but I say so,
We got the dated book but I say no.
Hit and attack the new deals running dry,
Who will believe you when you cannot say why?
But can I say no?
This is a process to grow you know it could be a dream,
Yeah, the happy consumption, super crappy, over-slappy they mean,
We got the cargo-ships, we got the go
You got the jargo-trips but I say so,
We got the cargo-ships but I say no.
What can I say?
The lyrics to Millencolin's song "Kemp" discuss the potential consequences of modern civilization and consumerism. The first verse speaks of a "dated book" and "hated looks," possibly referring to outdated societal norms and the judgment that comes with challenging them. The second verse mentions "new deals running dry" and the difficulty of explaining the reasons behind the decline, leading to an questioning of whether the problems are on a global scale or not. The chorus repeats the phrase "we got the [something], but I say no," indicating the unwillingness to participate in the destructive aspects of modern life.
The third verse brings up the concept of growth, but questions if it's worth it if it means succumbing to the negative aspects of consumerism. The usage of the phrase "super crappy, over-slappy" suggests that the supposed happiness and fulfillment found in consumption is inauthentic and unsustainable. More phrases are repeated in the chorus, hinting at the frustration and powerlessness felt in the face of societal norms and expectations.
One of the interesting aspects of this song is the use of vague or ambiguous language, allowing for multiple interpretations of the lyrics. The phrase "dated book" could refer to religious texts or old-fashioned societal norms. "Cargo-ships" and "jargo-trips" could be interpreted in various ways, possibly referring to the transportation of goods or the pursuit of superficial experiences. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the importance of the phrases, suggesting a deep-seated dissatisfaction with societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
We are reminded every day of the way it will be,
Each day we are reminded of what’s in store for us in the future.
Will civilized lifestyle put an end to this we'll see,
We will discover if modern, civilized lifestyle will improve our situation.
We got the dated book, we got the go
We possess a book of old ideas and the means to carry on.
You got the hated looks but I say so,
Others may give you disdainful looks, but I support you nonetheless.
We got the dated book but I say no.
Despite having the old book, I choose to reject outdated notions.
Hit and attack the new deals running dry,
We must criticize and scrutinize the new agreements that have yet to prove their worth.
Who will believe you when you cannot say why?
If you cannot provide a reason for your actions, why should anyone trust you?
All on a world-scale, is it really so?
It's a global issue, but is it truly significant?
But can I say no?
But can I really object to it?
This is a process to grow you know it could be a dream,
This could be a progressive journey towards a better future, or simply a fantasy.
Yeah, the happy consumption, super crappy, over-slappy they mean,
The mindless consumption of material goods is superficial, low-quality, and excessive.
We got the cargo-ships, we got the go
We have the transportation and the means of moving goods around the world.
You got the jargo-trips but I say so,
Others may mock you for using jargon, but I stand with you.
We got the cargo-ships but I say no.
Despite having the means to move cargo, I refuse to participate in this wasteful process.
What can I say?
What more can I do or contribute?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: ERIK OHLSSON, FREDRIK LARZON, MATHIAS FARM, NIKOLA SARCEVIC
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D.P plaster master
Still a freaking killer album been jamming this since it came out when I was in highschool
Ben Fuller
Nothing like seeing your 12yo daughter rocking out to this 😍
P-LEGO
2:15 massive shiver in the back everytime i hear this part. Legendary track
Nelson3300
This album was very well produced! Great work all around.
Inquisitor Ilyaal
Miss the 80s and 90s and my skateboard ;) this record must be from early 2000 I think. Awesome old school group...
Afterburner
They were on fucking fire when they did this album
Simon-Pierre Drolet
Classic🤘💯🔥
Gumy Duyis
esto si es musica no como otras mamadas
James Cunnings
Still kinda hard as of 2021
luis padilla
Que recuerdo.....