(guitar, backing vocals) decided to meet up in a rehearsal room in their hometown Södertälje, outside of Stockholm,Sweden. They were all tired of playing music with people lacking the same level of ambition and wanted to create something new and fresh. Something beyond musical boundaries and invisible frames.
-- We were seeking the freedom to do exactly what we wanted to, explains Andreas Hollstrand.
A few hours later the trio started recording their very first song, the galvanic "Sun dé Man". The first chapter in the history of Port Noir was written.
Before the song was even mixed the trio made a music video and posted it on the Internet. A week later Anders Fridén, singer of Sweden's biggest metal export In Flames and main man behind the label Razzia Notes, heard the song and instantly sent a mail to the band. He stated that "Sun dé Man" was the best song he had heard in a very long time and wondered if the band was contracted to a label. Six months later Port Noir did their first show ever -- as an opening act for In Flames in Stockholm.
-- I did not even have the lyrics ready and improvised the entire show. But this was something we could not turn down, Love Andersson says with a smile on his lips revealing that the gig went really, really well.
A few months later the band began recording their debut album "Puls" at Dugout Studios in Uppsala together with Daniel Bergstrand (Meshuggah, Dimmu Borgir, Soilwork).
-- Daniel's commitment meant a lot for the record. While the rest of us fell asleep in the studio he kept on going until 4am. We still have a close contact and have become really good friends, says Andreas Wiberg.
The unexpected title, the Swedish word for "pulse", comes from the album's lyrical theme. It is about not being stuck in your safety zone but finding new ways of doing things. To follow the pulse that pushes us forward.
The members come from very diverse backgrounds (black metal, jazz, alternative rock, death metal, hardcore, progressive rock....), yet "Puls" proves that the band knows exactly where it is at and where it is heading. They are moving forward and upward -- at a very fast pace.
Now, with "Puls", the improbable and fantastic history has a soundtrack that is just as breathtaking. An amazingly strong debut.
"Tide" is released 31/5 and the debut album "Puls" 25/9.
Old Fashioned
Port Noir Lyrics
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Tripping around blurred lines, down in the dirt nothing will change
Hold it down, hold it down, keep standing on your knees
Hold it down, hold it down, just keep standing on your knees
You wanna go out screaming until you're bleeding
Ain′t no class in this ditch and it's all repeating
We made a bold ass claim but you didn't even breathe on it
Talk so why bother to listen through?
We can′t stand to be old fashioned
We can't dance when the rhythm can′t hold us, beauty ain't for us
And they all lack passion, the new beat ain′t grand enough for us
Their shackles can't hold us, they′re riding on all that
We're gonna go out bleeding, distorting what's ever static
You′ve come around blank still,
Your crystal ball ain′t so crystal clear
Hold it down, hold it down, should I be standing on my knees?
If we spill these words we'll be drowning in the cesspool
We can′t stand to be old fashioned
We can't dance when the rhythm can′t hold us, beauty ain't for us
And they all lack passion,
Slacking down because they′re premium class hoarders
Their shackles can't hold us and they're riding on all that
They′ll all bow when their cages can′t hold us
We keep holding it down still,
We don't care for things you′re praising
We keep holding it down still, I can't keep holding it down still
We can′t stand to be old fashioned
We can't dance when the rhythm can′t hold us, beauty ain't for us
And they all lack passion, the new beat ain't grand enough for us
Their shackles can′t hold us, because I′m so fashion
They lack all moves to dance for us, it ain't grand enough for us
And they′re riding on all that
They'll all bow when their cages can′t hold us
The lyrics to Port Noir's "Old Fashioned" speak to a rejection of societal norms and a desire to break free from the constraints of conformity. The opening lines speak to an unconventional approach to life, with the singer describing themselves as a weapon, "like a blunt mace coming down black lace." They acknowledge that they may stumble along the way ("tripping around blurred lines"), but they refuse to change who they are. The repeated lines "hold it down, hold it down, keep standing on your knees" suggest a sense of defiance, almost as if the singer is daring someone to try to knock them down.
The second verse speaks to a frustration with the status quo, with the singer criticizing those who simply repeat the same cycles of behavior without attempting to change or grow. They mock those who make big claims but fail to back them up and suggest that there's no point in trying to reason with such people ("talk so why bother to listen through?").
The chorus is perhaps the most straightforward part of the song, with the title phrase "Old Fashioned" repeated several times. The singer and their cohorts refuse to be held down by the traditions and expectations of the past, rejecting even the idea of dancing to a rhythm that doesn't resonate with them. They call out those who lack passion and creativity and suggest that they're only interested in preserving their own positions of power ("premium class hoarders").
Overall, "Old Fashioned" is a powerful anthem of rebellion and individuality, encouraging listeners to reject societal norms and expectations and embrace their own unique identities.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a walk these high heels, like a blunt mace coming down black lace
I will stomp my way around in my high heels, making a strong impact like a blunt weapon, while wearing black lace.
Tripping around blurred lines, down in the dirt nothing will change
I am wandering aimlessly through ambiguous situations, not making any progress and remaining stuck in a bad situation.
Hold it down, hold it down, keep standing on your knees
Stay strong and persist even if it requires a bit of humility and subservience.
You wanna go out screaming until you're bleeding
You have an intense desire to express your feelings and emotions at all costs.
Ain't no class in this ditch and it's all repeating
This place is a mess and lacks structure, and it keeps repeating the same patterns.
We made a bold ass claim but you didn't even breathe on it
We put forth a bold and daring statement, but you didn't even acknowledge it.
Oh please, it's all wheeze when you talk so why bother to listen through?
You struggle to speak clearly, so why should I pay attention to what you're saying?
We can't stand to be old fashioned
We refuse to be stuck in outdated ways.
We can't dance when the rhythm can't hold us, beauty ain't for us
We can't dance to uninspiring music, and traditional beauty standards do not appeal to us.
And they all lack passion, the new beat ain't grand enough for us
Others lack intensity and enthusiasm, and new music trends do not meet our standards.
Their shackles can't hold us, they're riding on all that
We are not restrained by limitations, while others continue to cling to outdated traditions and trends.
We're gonna go out bleeding, distorting what's ever static
We will push boundaries and create something new, even if it involves pain and distortion.
You've come around blank still, your crystal ball ain't so crystal clear
You are still uncertain about the future, despite claiming to have clear foresight.
Should I be standing on my knees? If we spill these words we'll be drowning in the cesspool
Do I need to humble myself to be heard? If we say what we truly feel, we may face backlash and negativity.
Slacking down because they're premium class hoarders
Others are becoming complacent and arrogant due to their status and wealth.
They'll all bow when their cages can't hold us
Others will eventually recognize our power and success, as they fail to contain us.
We don't care for things you're praising
We do not value what others consider important or praiseworthy.
I can't keep holding it down still
I am tired of suppressing my feelings and opinions.
Because I'm so fashion, they lack all moves to dance for us, it ain't grand enough for us
As trendsetters, others are unable to keep up with our innovative moves and style.
Writer(s): Andersson Love Johan Lage, Hollstrand Andreas Per Olof
Contributed by Alex F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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I'm a walk these high heels, like a blunt mace coming down black lace
Tripping around blurred lines, down in the dirt nothing will change
Hold it down, hold it down, keep standing on your knees
Hold it down, hold it down, just keep standing on your knees.
You wanna go out screaming until you're bleeding
Ain't no class in this ditch and it's all repeating
We made a bold ass claim but you didn't even breathe on it
Oh please, it's all wheeze when you talk so why bother to listen through?
We can't stand to be old fashioned
We can't dance when the rhythm can't hold us, beauty ain't for us
And they all lack passion, the new beat ain't grand enough for us
Their shackles can't hold us, they're riding on all that.
We're gonna go out bleeding, distorting what's ever static
You've come around blank still, your crystal ball ain't so crystal clear
Hold it down, hold it down, should I be standing on my knees?
If we spill these words we'll be drowning in the cesspool.
We can't stand to be old fashioned
We can't dance when the rhythm can't hold us, beauty ain't for us
And they all lack passion, slacking down because they're premium class hoarders
Their shackles can't hold us and they're riding on all that
They'll all bow when their cages can't hold us.
We keep holding it down still, we don't care for things you're praising
We keep holding it down still, I can't keep holding it down still
We can't stand to be old fashioned
We can't dance when the rhythm can't hold us, beauty ain't for us
And they all lack passion, the new beat ain't grand enough for us
Their shackles can't hold us, because I'm so fashion
They lack all moves to dance for us, it ain't grand enough for us
And they're riding on all that
They'll all bow when their cages can't hold us.
Adán Sánchez
The level of underratedness of their music is overwhelming,this band is better than leprous or Riverside easily
Valeri
This band deserves so much more views and likes.
Andy Howl
Well i just found this band tonight and this is my second ever port noir song so don't doubt that I'm gunna contribute to such an endeavour!!! :-D
Belzebub.at
Woody Harrelson is killing it on the guitar!
Maxim Podvalny
Not only me have seen him?)
RipleyE2092
Only with more hair on top.😂
James Habiger
Yey… I'm not the only one! Lol
Puncea
i was thinking about this as well :)))))
Dawn Of Mayhem
Gets brought up in everyone of their clips. Its uncanny.
therainman
This should be on rock radios. Rock radio shouldn't be dead if you have new bands like Port Noir doing it well.