The first line-up of Mindless Sinner were Christer Göransson (vocals), Magnus Danneblad (guitar), Anders Karlsson (guitar), Magnus van Wassenaar (bass) and Tommy Johansson (drums). At this time though, the band was known as Purple Haze. After a while they changed the name to Genocide, which is a song by Judas Priest (whom they were heavily influenced by).
Later in 1981, the band made their first live performance as warm-up to another Swedish band called Axewitch. The band played on and became more and more well known in their hometown.
But in 1982, Magnus van Wassenaar decided to quit the band. Instead of taking in a new bassplayer, Anders Karlsson went from his six-string to a four-string. At this point they changed the bands name to Mindless Sinner.
In 1983, the band decided to become a five-piece band again, so guitarist Jerker Edman joined the band in May 1983. At June 1983, they won a music contest, and the money that they got from it was enough to make the record that they've wanted to do for so long.
And so, at the end of the year, they recorded their debut-EP called "Master Of Evil". It was released in January 1984 and it contains four songs.
They kept on touring and they had plans to record another album in October 1984. But only two weeks before the session would start, Anders Karlsson had an accident and cut up his hand very bad. The injury was so bad, that he wouldn't be able to play for a very long time. After that, he never returned to the band.
Instead of bringing in another bassplayer, Christer Göransson played the bass on all of the tracks on the new album called "Turn On The Power" (released in early 1986 due to fuss with the record company). When they started to mix the album, they found their new bassplayer: Christer Carlson. On the back sleeve of the album it reads that he plays the bass on the album, but the only thing he contributed with was "the horror voice" on the song "Voice Of The Doomed".
In 1987, the band name was shortened to just Mindless, and the recording of new songs began. The band members also took on artist names. Christer Göransson became Chris G:son, Magnus Danneblad became Dan Blade, Jerker Edman became Jee Eden, Chister Carlson became Chris Carlson and Tommy Johansson became Tommy McJo.
In 1989 the last album so far was released: "Missin' Pieces".
But in 1990, Tommy Johansson didn't want to continue and the rest of the members didn't want to go on without him under this name, so the band played their farewell show in Stockholm, December 1990.
The rest of the members hooked up with the old drummer of Axewitch and formed the band Skinny Horse. They only made one record called "No Pain No Gain" in 1993. After that, Christer Göransson and Magnus Danneblad formed the band Fluff in 1996, together with old Mindless Sinner drummer Tommy Johansson and a friend of theirs called Hård-Per. They also only released one album, called "Volume One", in 1996.
On the third of November 2001, they made a comeback under their old name Mindless Sinner. The line-up was the same as it had been before Tommy quit the band. The gigs continued and in February 2002, Mindless Sinner played at the Motala Metal Festival, together with Iced Earth and some other bands.
Mindless Sinner broke up again during 2004.
Follow Your Path
Mindless Sinner Lyrics
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We made some songs and we made them fly
Trying so hard to reach that top
All of a sudden inspiration stopped
And then we strayed away from our path
But now we have re-joined forces back
You've gotta follow your path
Look straight ahead
And never look back
You've gotta follow your path
But then again we heard the call
We felt the fever and we wanted more
Starting up the engine again
Turn on the power and it's all the same
And now we're heading on the right track
Now we have re-joined forces back
Look straight ahead
You've gotta follow your path
Look straight ahead
And never look back
You've gotta follow your path
The lyrics to "Follow Your Path" by Mindless Sinner tell the story of a band that started out strong with a gang of five members, creating songs that gained popularity and success. They were determined to reach the top of their musical career. However, at some point, their inspiration faded, and they started to stray away from their original path. They may have faced challenges or encountered distractions that caused them to lose sight of their goals.
But eventually, something changed. They heard a call, felt a fever, and that spark of passion reignited within them. They decided to come together once again, rejoining forces and recommitting themselves to their music. This time, they are focused and determined to make a comeback and follow their path to success.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of staying focused and looking straight ahead. It encourages the listener to never look back and always stay true to themselves and their dreams. The repetition of the phrase "You've gotta follow your path" reaffirms the band's determination and serves as a reminder to the audience to do the same in their own lives.
Overall, "Follow Your Path" is a song about rediscovering one's passion, staying true to oneself, and finding the strength and motivation to continue pursuing their dreams, no matter the obstacles that may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
Started out as a gang of five
We began our journey as a group of five individuals
We made some songs and we made them fly
We created and produced songs that gained popularity
Trying so hard to reach that top
We exerted immense effort to achieve success and recognition
All of a sudden inspiration stopped
Unexpectedly, our creativity and motivation dwindled
And then we strayed away from our path
We deviated from our original purpose and direction
But now we have re-joined forces back
However, we have reunited and come together again
Look straight ahead
Focus your attention solely on your future
You've gotta follow your path
You must adhere to your own chosen course of action
And never look back
Avoid dwelling on the past or regretting choices made
But then again we heard the call
Nevertheless, we again heard the irresistible beckoning
We felt the fever and we wanted more
We were consumed by enthusiasm and pursued greater success
Starting up the engine again
We initiated our creative process once more
Turn on the power and it's all the same
Igniting our passion had a familiar and unchanged effect
And now we're heading on the right track
Currently, we are progressing in the correct direction
Now we have re-joined forces back
Presently, we have reunited and united our efforts
Look straight ahead
Maintain your focus on the future ahead
You've gotta follow your path
You must steadfastly pursue your chosen journey
And never look back
Avoid reflecting on previous decisions or circumstances
You've gotta follow your path
It is essential to remain dedicated to your individual course
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Tommy Viktorsson, Christer Carlson, Jerker Edman, Magnus Danneblad, Christer Göransson
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