1) A powerviolence project… Read Full Bio ↴There are 4 artists by the name Mindless
1) A powerviolence project including ex-vocalist of Hatred Surge, Faiza.
2) A Dutch nu-metal act. Mindless was formed in the beginning of 1998 inNijmegen, The Netherlands. Mindless started of under the name Mindless + Support Act, but this was soon after changed to just Mindless to prevent misunderstandings. Their music is a blend of Metal, Nu-Metal, Rock topped of with Dutch lyrics.
After some early line-up changes, the current line-up is Tim Engelaar (vocals, guitar), Martijn Ophoff (bass), Sjoerd Zaalberg van Zelst (keys, raps), Tjeerd Alwicher (guitar) and Armand Knibbeler (drums).
Mindless has released several recordings:
Demo: Lekker hΓ©! (2001)
EP: Kijk uit! (2002)
Album: Wat doe jij?!? (2005)
DVD: Wat doen wij? (2005)
Album: Hou je vast! (2007)
DVD: Maak me los! (2007)
Mindless was also featured on a recording released by Dutch television network NCRV, with a song recorded with the metropole orchestra
More information and audiosamples can be found at their official website, www.mindless.nl.
Mindless disbanded in 2010
3) a Perth hardcore band formed in 2011
4) An artist on the Cool World soundtrack.
5) Swedish heavy metal band from LinkΓΆping formed in 1981 as Purple Haze, then known as Genocide , then known as Mindless (1982-1987). They changed to Skinny Horse in 1993 and then to Mindless Sinner to present day.
Mindless
Mindless Lyrics
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Hello James, hi this is Octavio, I was calling to see about, um
Possibly booking, um, I guess was it mindless sen, uh mindless
Mindless in, uh, mindless indulgence, whatever they're called, uh
Senseless, mindless, mindless senseless indul, I don't know
The lyrics to "Mindless Self Indulgence" by Mindless Self Indulgence are a meta-referential commentary on the band's own name and reputation for mindlessly indulging in their own anarchic tendencies. The voicemail recording that opens the song features a potential booker stumbling over the band's name, suggesting that even those unfamiliar with the band's work might find their moniker confusing and difficult to remember. This lack of clarity and coherence is reinforced by the band's frantic instrumentation and frenzied vocals.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the band is doubling down on their reputation for mindless self-indulgence, gleefully embracing their own lack of discipline or restraint. The lyrics contain numerous references to drug use, sexual excess, and other taboo topics, all delivered with a healthy dose of irreverence and humor. It's a song that simultaneously celebrates and critiques the very essence of the band's identity, capturing the spirit of punk rock while also poking fun at its more self-serious adherents.
Overall, "Mindless Self Indulgence" is a fitting anthem for a band who has built their reputation on being deliberately provocative and politically incorrect. It's a song that invites listeners to let go of their inhibitions and revel in the sheer chaos and anarchy of the moment, while also acknowledging the contradictions and challenges inherent in such a lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
Date, Tuesday June 30th at 9:34 PM
Providing context for the voicemail message being received by James.
Hello James, hi this is Octavio
Identifying the caller as Octavio and establishing communication with James.
I was calling to see about, um Possibly booking
Octavio is interested in booking a service from James.
um, I guess was it mindless sen, uh mindless Mindless in, uh, mindless indulgence, whatever they're called, uh Senseless, mindless, mindless senseless indul, I don't know
Octavio is unsure of the exact name but is interested in booking a performance by a group commonly known as Mindless Self Indulgence or Mindless Indulgence, and is struggling to recall the correct name.
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Zach Brown
all the tracking is amazing, but specifically as a drummer, the drum tracking for this entire album is a god damn masterpiece. it's so clean with the illest patterns without being incomprehensively technical...i loved this band in this era so much
xd
the albums a masterpiece, I see you in the comments for the entire album too. glad to see people still listen to this
Orlando Lee
Had this song for my girlfriend's ringtone as long as I can remember and still have it. Every time I hear this song it brings me back to 2009.. man were we young. Every time we would listen to Oceana we'd argue about which album was better. I was for Tide and she was for Birth Eater haha
RadassRobin
You were right, if it helps
WilsonxDoom
It's 2019 and I'm going to see oceana tonight!! I can't believe they're back!
Joji The Human
How did that go? lol a year ago seems so distant
Le_Poney_Posey
@Joji The Human Keith and his friends performed a show in 2019. One night only If I'm right
Owen GB
Love this song. Wish there was more like it.
Travis
I'm staring at the cracks and all the lines you wrote to get me home.
FatedCircle
@easyjro They don't suck now they just changed their sound. If anything they are extremely talented.