“The Pleasure Kill” (2002) became an early high in the band’s career, cementing the band’s status and preparing the scenario for things to come. Sleazy rockers like "Back In The Days", "Inhale" or the unique "Apocalypso" have grown to become true classics of the punk rock scene. After further touring and appearances at major festivals like Wacken (2003 and 2008),Summer Breeze (2003, 2004, 2006 and 2009)and WFF (2008), PSYCHOPUNCH entered the legendary Sunlight studios again to lay down their highly acclaimed fifth album “Smashed On Arrival”(2004) on Silverdust Records. With songs like “Dying in your dream”, ”All over now” and “Fingerlickin’ good” the band once again proved that they are here to stay.
With their album “Kamikaze Love Reducer”(2006), PSYCHOPUNCH once again showed what this music is about, firing 10 shots of punk rock’n’roll straight into the brain – addiction is guaranteed, courtesy of those exceptional melodies and catchy choruses that are the band’s trademark. It seems to be unbelievably easy for PSYCHOPUNCH to deliver hit after hit, quickly captivating the unsuspecting listener. Songs like Overrated,Poison alley groove,On the stereo,The black river song,When this world is dying and Everlasting has become almost permanent songs in the liveset!
The boys celebrated their 10th anniversary impressively by releasing their 7th album "Moonlight City".The “Moonlight city”(2008) album once again combined PSYCHOPUNCH's trademarks:riffs with class, attitude and melodies you can't escape. The band developed consequently and ended up in a varied record full of diverse moods and emotions. In your face still, but the sophisticated way. The result surely deserves to be heard, with hit after hit pouring down on the listener.
On their eighth album na med „Death By Misadventure“, the boys redefine themselves. No, they haven´t left the familiar terrain of snotty rock hymns. But they allow more to happen this time, they’ve grown and you can really hear it in the songs.
The forerunner records “Moonlight City” and “Kamikaze Love Reducer” already gave an idea of this development. Two line up changes certainly did conduce to this as well. Increased record sales and the crowd’s reaction at the live shows prove that the fans are willing to follow that road.
Eight long play albums, just as many 7-inches and two 10-inch EPs, is what they can look back upon and their first musical home, legendary White Jazz Records, they really helped to be successful.
Their fourth record for SiLVERDUST records is once again made with quality. Driving guitars and melodies keep munching their way into your brain, all being held together by JM’s unique voice which is a perfect frame. 18 songs of which each and every one has got what it takes to be a good rock song. All that comes along on a double CD which will be released with a limited first edition and as a double vinyl incl. a bonus track. Band mate and regular producer Pelle Saether has once again done a brilliant job in the studio Underground in Vasteras/Sweden. The characteristic style of the cover artworks has been kept and created by the excellent Timo Wuerz.
Punk Rock, Punk’n’Roll, snotty rock, no matter what you want to call it, it remains PSYCHOPUNCH. And “Death By Misadventure” once more show their paces and prove they never run out of good ideas. One less anxiety about the future!
This is Scandinavian rock at its best!
Psychopunch are:
JM: Lead vocals and guitar
Joey: Lead guitar and Backing vocals
Jocke: Drums
Lindell: Bass and backing vocals
Discographie
White Jazz Records)
W.A.J.A.W.A.H.W.I.S.D. (1999)
Bursting Out Of Chucky's Town (2000)
Original Scandinavian Superdudes (2001)
The Pleasure Kill (2002)
(Silverdust Records)
Smashed On Arrival (2004)
Kamikaze Love Reducer (2006)
W.A.J.A.W.A.H.W.I.S.D (Re-release 2007)
Moonlight City (2008)
Bursting out of Chucky´s town (Re-release 2008)
Original Scandinavian Superdudes (Re-release 2008)
The Pleasure Kill (Re-release 2008)
Death by Misadventure (2009)
www.psychopunch.com
www.myspace.com/psychopunchvst
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Back in the Days
Psychopunch Lyrics
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Are you coming with me I wanna know
I suffer hard but that's ok
Tomorrow brings a brand new day
I check the time & man I know I'm late
The future is a pile of shit I hate
So wake me up before it's to late
Riding high - flying low
Come on sister take me home
Bullseye honey let me in
I'm dying hard for the perfect sin ohyeah
I'm just another loser that's alright
But the face in the mirror looks so bright
And it makes me feel that I just might
Reach for the sky - I wonder why
I feel this way - I heard someone say
Reach for the sky - don't let it die
Fun things - don't let it go
Back in the days - back in the days
I left it all in a haze - back in the days
The sun wont shine on me no more
I'm lying screaming on the floor
For all the things I never had
And all the things that makes me mad
The song Back in the Days by Psychopunch talks about living in the moment, enjoying the present, and being content with oneself. The lyrics suggest that the future may seem bleak and uncertain, but the singer is okay with that. He has a six-pack, feels good, and is ready to enjoy life. The chorus provides a nostalgic tone, reflecting on past times when everything was simpler and more carefree. The last verse paints a darker image of the present, perhaps suggesting that the singer is struggling with regret for things he never had or missed opportunities.
Beyond the surface-level meaning of the lyrics, there is a deeper exploration of themes such as nostalgia, self-acceptance, and the role of fun in life. The notion of "perfect sin" suggests that sometimes it's okay to indulge in vices as long as it brings enjoyment to our lives. The idea of "reaching for the sky" could be interpreted as striving for something more, but ultimately the message is to not lose sight of the small joys in life that bring us happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a sixpack baby & I'm ready to go
I have beer and I am ready for a good time
Are you coming with me I wanna know
Do you want to come with me?
I suffer hard but that's ok
I experience difficulties but I'm alright with it
Tomorrow brings a brand new day
Tomorrow will bring fresh opportunities
I check the time & man I know I'm late
I check the time and realize I am behind schedule
The future is a pile of shit I hate
I despise the future because it looks grim
So wake me up before it's too late
Please wake me up before it's too late
Riding high - flying low
Having good and bad moments
Come on sister take me home
Let's go home together
Bullseye honey let me in
Come on, let me in
I'm dying hard for the perfect sin ohyeah
I am craving for a memorable sin
I'm just another loser that's alright
I'm fine with being an ordinary loser
But the face in the mirror looks so bright
My reflection looks promising
And it makes me feel that I just might
This thought gives me a chance to succeed
Reach for the sky - I wonder why
Dream big - but why do we do it?
I feel this way - I heard someone say
I have this thought because someone said it before
Reach for the sky - don't let it die
Aim high, don't give up
Fun things - don't let it go
Enjoyable stuff - hold on to them
Back in the days - back in the days
Thinking about the past - back in the days
I left it all in a haze - back in the days
I let everything fade away in the past
The sun won't shine on me no more
I won't get lucky anymore
I'm lying screaming on the floor
I'm writhing on the floor while shouting loud
For all the things I never had
For all the stuff I never achieved
And all the things that makes me mad
And all the stuff that angers me
Contributed by Sophia K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.