1. indie rock band established in… Read Full Bio ↴There are five artists with this name:
1. indie rock band established in 1996, based in Stuttgart, Germany and Basel, Switzerland.
2. electronic trio from Romania
3. alias of Charles Noel
4. rock band from the Philippines
5. alternative rock band from Singapore
1) There was a time when the band we know today as Monochrome went under the name of Dawnbreed. They were a hardcore band that began to work different musical elements into their sound. Pop, indie, noise... you can hear it all in the six singles and two LPs that they released between the years of 1994 and 2000. With added female vocalists and a saxophone player it developed into the Dawnbreed/Monochrome Collective, opening doors for them musically without forfeiting an ounce of their live qualities. Energetic, almost brutal guitar-pop that couldn’t be topped in intensity, combined with the best that punk and hardcore had to offer: that was the mixture that nobody could resist.
The band continued to release their music under both band names and in 1999 the first Monochrome Longplayer, “Laser”, saw the light of day. In 2000, mainly due to their drummer quitting because of health reasons, they decided to permanently end the chapter known as Dawnbreed and continue solely under the Monochrome moniker.
Then came a period of personnel changes which led to the series of shorter format releases following “Laser”. Top priority was to teach the new members the existing songs instead of just writing new material. But this also meant that each of these releases can be seen as representing the status quo of the band at the time of recording, or as individual chapters in the band’s progression. It was also important to the band to always have a new release when they went on tour. During this time they toured four times extensively across Europe as well as twice on the US east coast, where they were able to play in such legendary clubs as the ABC No Rio in New York and the Black Cat Club in Washington DC.
The revolving door of Monochrome members has since stopped, leaving the band with a steady line-up. The members are, however, spread across hundreds of kilometers in central Europe. Four live and work in Stuttgart in southern Germany, while the other two are based in Basel, Switzerland. But with good organization and strict planning this has proved to not be a disadvantage to the band’s creativity in any way.
It’s difficult to try to pigeonhole Monochrome. You can try calling their music indieguitarrockhardcorepop....or you can just listen to their new album. “Èclat” is the band’s first longplayer since “Laser” and was released at the end of January 2006 on Sticksister Records. It was followed by a tour through France, Spain, Belgium and Germany in February/March as well as several european summer festivals and more shows can be expected in the coming months.
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2) Monochrome (Livio & Roby feat. George G) from Bucharest, Romania, won the Heineken Thirst Studio Global competition which searched the globe for up and coming producer talent. As part of their prize they worked with Gabriel & Dresden on their track Pearl in the legendary Palm Studios in Las Vegas.
Before getting to play in Europe and America alongside Steve Lawler, Sasha, John Digweed, Danny Howells, Groove Armada, Gabriel & Dresden, Erick Morillo, Sander Kleinenberg, Booka Shade, Luciano, Desyn Masiello, Lee Burridge, Carl Cox, 2manydjs, Audiofly, Scarlett Etienne, Tiësto, to name just a few, the Romanian DJs and producers called Monochrome dedicated all their passion and time into music.
Livio is a highly regarded DJ and producer on the Romanian electronic scene and increasingly the international circuit with over 10 years experience under his belt.
Robert Precup aka Roby got into DJing after 10 years of production in alternative and electronic projects. He played both piano and guitar, wrote music for various films and documentaries, TV / radio commercials and found his production match when he met Livio, in 2004.
Together they started to DJ and produce under the Livio & Roby alias. Since then, they have been produced tracks that are increasingly included on the international DJ chart.
In 2005, three of their productions, Bitter Sweet (Terrace Mix), Headz On and Out Of Bass were included on Steve Lawler's compilation - Lights Out 3 (Global Underground).
The tracks were released on labels like Stereo and Global Underground (Lights Out 3 - Disc Sampler part 1). More recently, tracks appeared on compilations like
Steve Lawler’s Viva [Ministry of Sound] and Hernan Cattaneo’s Sequential Vol.2 [Renaissance], resulting in Livio & Roby becoming Viva Music artists and being heavily supported by Steve Lawler.
Along with George G., working under the name of Monochrome, they have a series of already and yet to be released tracks. Productions like Mondovista, Cascade, Break, Cristal, Supercar, Monochrome are still hitting the dance floors worldwide, and been released on labels like Viva Music, Solace Digital Trax, Only Records…etc.
As a live act, Monochrome raises the energy on the dance floor. In the summer of 2007 Monochrome were the ones that opened up the first edition of the Romanian edition of B’ESTIVAL for artists like Morcheeba, Hooverphonic and Faithless. Monochrome also played in Las Vegas, Seattle, New York, Croatia, Amsterdam – at both worldwide known festival - Dance Valley - and music exhibition - Amsterdam Dance Event - where they represented the Eastern Europe music industry at seminaries and played during the amazing events that take place there every year.
By the end of 2007 they saw themselfs "traped" in the studio producing tracks for their first album called Monochrome - "Children of House FWD 01" [Ido Music].
If you think you seen it all, stay tuned because this was just the beginning.
"Winning Thirst Studio was a deserved victory for them, their track 'Pearl' is a simmering minimal house track that could easily warp dancefloors out of recognition. Already having contributed to Steve Lawler mix compilations, it's clear that 'Pearl' is another step in the journey towards stardom." DJ MAG JULY 07
3) Monochrome is the alias of Charles Noel who also records under the alias Archetype. Monochrome is credited with releasing the first U.S. Drum & Bass record entitled the "Reconnaissance EP."
4) Monochrome is Donna Grimaldo (bass 🎸), DM Abanes (🎸), Paolo Valenzuela (🎸), Sonia Mendiola (🎸), Wesley Valenzuela (🎸), Domeng Grimaldo (🥁)
Monochrome
Monochrome Lyrics
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from now on we will see monochrome
take the road that goes to paradise
be careful don't you break the ice
no need regrets don't be afraid
all is done and all is said,
when the night comes down, you better run
and don't stop until you see the sun
a minute for the storm
they might wear a uniform
everyone starts to conform
I can see the abstract form
need no ticket to take this ride
there's nobody by my side
when it's cold try to warm yourself
a new world has been born itself
that's what we got don't even try to escape
that's our new devastated landscape
communications are now obsolete
no cell phone will do the trick
don't hide from the unknown
I can keep myself alone
there is nothing to postpone
blown, and blown and blown
and everything is gone
I don't feel like this is real
I don't know where I should go
I can breathe but I don't feel relief
I'm not real but I'm still
i feel shame but i don't blame
and I do not belong where I was born, my heart is torn
there's no future there's no beyond
i just need to keep myself alone
can't see beauty can't see a ray of hope
I don't feel safe walking this tightrope
there is no meaning from now on
everything is loosing form
who knows , what is going on
blown, and blown and blown
and everything is gone
I don't feel like this is real
I don't know where I should go
I can breathe but I don't feel relief
I'm not real but I'm still
I feel shame but i don't blame
and I do not belong where I was born, my heart is torn
The song "Monochrome" by The Monochrome Set is a playful commentary on the dynamic between two people. The lyrics describe the singer's self-importance, claiming to be "heaven sent" and "charming," while belittling their partner as "dreary," "base," and "crazy." Despite this harsh language, the singer sees themselves as offering entertainment and excitement to their partner, who they refer to as "always money to me."
The chorus of the song, which repeats the phrase "The Monochrome Set," seems to refer to the band itself, suggesting that the singer is speaking on behalf of the group. The repeated phrase might also reflect back on the themes of the song, as if to say that the band is perpetuating a monochromatic view of relationships and human interaction.
Overall, the song can be seen as a satirical take on the way people manipulate and control others, with a mix of irony and self-awareness. The upbeat, almost bouncy melody and jangly guitar riffs create a cheerful atmosphere that contrasts with the biting lyrics, making for an enjoyable, tongue-in-cheek listen.
Line by Line Meaning
I fascinate, infatuate
I am intriguing and captivating, causing you to be intensely drawn to me.
Emphatically
I am doing this with great emphasis and intensity.
You're dreary, you're base, deary
You are dull and unimpressive, my dear.
Your face is weary for me
Seeing your face becomes tiresome and unexciting for me.
I'm heaven sent, so eloquent
I have a divine quality to me, and I express myself in a beautiful and fluent manner.
And curiously
Furthermore, I am intriguing and interesting to you.
I entertain your tiny brain
I am able to amuse and occupy your small and limited mind.
So spuriously
However, this is done in a deceitful and insincere way.
The Monochrome Set, Monochrome Set, Monochrome Set
Repeated mention of the name of the band the song is by.
I'm charming, dear, disarming, dear
I have a delightful and likable personality, my dear.
Alarming to see
However, it is somewhat concerning to witness.
You're lazy, you're limp, baby
You are lazy and lacking energy, my dear.
Your mind is crazy for me
Yet, you are still deeply interested and taken by me.
My rhetoric, so magnetic
I have a way of speaking and presenting myself that is very alluring and persuasive.
Aesthetically
In terms of appearance and style.
I'll nominate you to abominate
I will propose that you condemn or loathe something, as this is my true intention.
Anticipate me
Be prepared for my influence and impact on your thoughts and feelings.
I captivate, enraptivate
I am completely captivating and engrossing to you.
You're funny, you're dead, honey
You are amusing and entertaining to me, but ultimately unimportant.
But you're always money to me
However, I still find value in our interactions and relationship.
I'm adorable, you're deplorable
I am charming and lovable, while you are unpleasant and disliked by others.
It's not a lot of fun
This relationship is not very enjoyable or fulfilling.
It's gruesome, but we're a twosome
Despite this, we are still together as a pair.
So, hey, hey, hey, here we come
So, let's see what the future holds for us as a duo.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Raimon Castells Juli
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@BABYMETAL
Lyrics : MK-METAL
Music & Arrangement : YUPPEMETAL
【歌詞】
空を彩る ナナイロの夢
ずっとこのまま 見ていたかった
昨日まで 輝いていた
キラボシでさえも
I don't know what to say.
I don't know what to say.
色褪せてくから
あのモノクロームの
花火なら 僕らは
何色で描こう 夜空を
雨に降られて 凍える夜は
少しだけでも 側にいたかった
明日まで 感じていたい
温もりでさえも
You don’t have to say it.
You don’t have to say it.
冷めてしまうから
あのモノクロームの
花火なら 僕らは
虹色で描こう 夜空を
ラグナロクの黄昏に
僕らは何を見てる
長い長い夜だって
やがて朝は来るから
モノクロームの
花火なら 僕らは
虹色で包もう 世界を
笑って
【Lyrics】
The sky decorated in a spectrum of dreams
I wanted to look at it forever
Even the bright star that
was shining yesterday
I don't know what to say.
I don't know what to say.
is fading away
That monochrome
firework
what color can we imagine the night sky?
Being drenched by the rain and freezing in the night
I wanted to be by your side even just for a little while
The warmth I want to feel
until tomorrow
You don’t have to say it.
You don’t have to say it.
will vanish eventually
That monochrome
firework we will
imagine the night sky in rainbow colors
During the dusk of Ragnarok,
what are we to see
No matter how long the night
the morning will arrive
That monochrome
firework we will
illuminate the world in rainbow colors
Just smile
@sennzoukurata4620
詩では「僕らは」と歌われているのですが、長い躁うつ病を患って
いる私はうつ期が長く心が真っ暗闇で過ごす日が多いので、曲全体を
自分だけに当てはめて聴いてみました。
すると、泪が溢れました。すうちゃんの声が、曲全体が私自身に
沁み込み渡りました。
絶望している私ですが、この曲を聴き、すうちゃんが「長い長い
夜だって やがて朝は来るから」、最後に「笑って」と歌っています。
その美しく心に響く声と詩が私のこころに突き刺さり、長い夜だって
朝は来るから、笑って、と私の生が肯定されたように強く感じました。
まだ生きてゆけそうです。
ありがとうございます・・・
@namewithheld8115
I saw them live last night (Sydney), and it was awesome.
I had been looking forward to seeing them live for over a decade, and they were even better than I have hoped. I love their recorded music, but I was honestly amazed by how much better it was live.
Su's singing was perfect, the dancing was great, and the band blew my mind. The Kami Band has deserved that name since they formed, but the difference between listening to a recording and listening to them perform so loud that you can feel the reverberation throughout your body is indescribable. Having the whole crowd singing "Oh oh oh" for Monochrome or Road Of Resistance is something you can't experience from a recording, and it was magic given to us by the Fox God.
I would love to have heard one of Su's solo songs (Akatsuki and No Rain, No Rainbow are so beautiful), and I would have loved to be in an even bigger venue. I think the only solution is planning a trip Japan so I can see them live there.
If you have the chance to see them live, do it.
@BABYMETAL
Lyrics : MK-METAL
Music & Arrangement : YUPPEMETAL
【歌詞】
空を彩る ナナイロの夢
ずっとこのまま 見ていたかった
昨日まで 輝いていた
キラボシでさえも
I don't know what to say.
I don't know what to say.
色褪せてくから
あのモノクロームの
花火なら 僕らは
何色で描こう 夜空を
雨に降られて 凍える夜は
少しだけでも 側にいたかった
明日まで 感じていたい
温もりでさえも
You don’t have to say it.
You don’t have to say it.
冷めてしまうから
あのモノクロームの
花火なら 僕らは
虹色で描こう 夜空を
ラグナロクの黄昏に
僕らは何を見てる
長い長い夜だって
やがて朝は来るから
モノクロームの
花火なら 僕らは
虹色で包もう 世界を
笑って
【Lyrics】
The sky decorated in a spectrum of dreams
I wanted to look at it forever
Even the bright star that
was shining yesterday
I don't know what to say.
I don't know what to say.
is fading away
That monochrome
firework
what color can we imagine the night sky?
Being drenched by the rain and freezing in the night
I wanted to be by your side even just for a little while
The warmth I want to feel
until tomorrow
You don’t have to say it.
You don’t have to say it.
will vanish eventually
That monochrome
firework we will
imagine the night sky in rainbow colors
During the dusk of Ragnarok,
what are we to see
No matter how long the night
the morning will arrive
That monochrome
firework we will
illuminate the world in rainbow colors
Just smile
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@jakemuller8626
Yuyoyuppe you're da man!
I'll make sure to spread this official lyrics of this beautiful song.🦊🤘❤️
@JinSeiryuu
They actually blessed their fans with lyrics to a song...... THANK YOU SO MUCH!! 🤘🦊🤘
@tripfrequency3023
ここへきてベビメタ史上一番好きかも。
やっぱコメ欄も国際色豊かだなあ。翻訳して読むの楽しい。
海外の人には「ぼくらは」の微妙なニュアンスは伝わるんだろうか。私達ではない「ぼくらは」の感じ。
「monochromeがハートに響かなかったら脈を確認したほうがいい」って海外コメがあって笑ったけど同意です😅
@user-gw9ll2gj7i
SU-METALの「この暗い世の中をみんなで照らして欲しい」泣いた。
@sato7674
ワイも泣いた
@s.t.a.y7717
ファーストテイクから来たんですけど
最後カラーになるの歌詞とリンクしていて良いですね
どっちのver.も好きです