Currently, RAZED IN BLACK has released five solo records and have appeared as a remixer, producer, or guest artist on more than a hundred albums. Notable high profile albums include providing remixes for Berlin, Information Society, Bowowow, Switchblade Symphony, Gary Numan, and more; as well as contributing to tribute compilations to such artists as Depeche Mode, The Cure, Metallica, Skinny Puppy, and more.
RAZED IN BLACK's most recent offering, ‘DAMAGED,' has created quite an impact since its release. A pristine amalgamation of industrial, Goth, trance, synthpop, and metal, encompassed with the heart-clenching emotions delivered only the way Romell Regulacion could. ‘DAMAGED’ is definitely his best work to date, taking electronic music to the next level.
The music on this 2-CD full length is enhanced with a slew of underground star appearances, all executed through Internet connections – possibly the first effort of it’s kind. With the album written and recorded from Hawaii, Los Angeles, and Florida, having guests from as far as Japan to London would be quite a trek. Guests include Inertia, Gosumi, Spahn Ranch, Soil & Eclipse, Dj MissGuided, and Vicci Neptune. The second disc also includes remixes by Assemblage 23, Haruhiko Ash, Sonic State, and more. It doesn’t stop here. Pop the second disc in your computer to view Razed In Black ‘live in concert’ – a track filmed in Hollywood, and another compiled from video clips from fans! All of this is cuddled within a gorgeous special-fold digipak complete with a full color booklet.
Introducing RAZED IN BLACK to the cutting-edge scene in Japan, Dolphin Entertianment proudly licensed a collective entitled "Unearthed." With the success of its release, RAZED IN BLACK kicked it up a notch with a few shows in Tokyo, thus sparking interest in Romell's techno side-project, TRANSMUTATOR (which resulted in Japan licensing and more concerts in Tokyo). Currently, RAZED IN BLACK is working on increasing its worldwide exposure seeking out licensing with record labels in Europe. With numerous appearances on compilations, remix albums, and press in the region, the endeavor looks very promising.
Romell has even been awarded Best Rock Vocalist in the 1996 and the 1997 Hawaii Music Awards, and an AVN AWARD for 1999 Best Music in an Adult Film (Strange Life:The Breech). Video game mogul SONY PLAYSTATION has even caught its eye including 4 Razed In Black tracks on a game called "VS.". Blockbusters CARRIE 2:THE RAGE and MYSTERY MEN excite the screen with tracks from Romell as well, teasing viewers with a sonic edge only he can deliver.
TRANSMUTATOR arose with Romell's desire to explore more avenues of electronic music. Incorporating elements of trance, breakbeat, and drum&bass, this side-project has had three albums released, two US tours completed, and three music videos produced, one of which made its appearance on MTV. While it's compilation appearances number over 50 albums, guest appearances and collaborations exploded with artists in its home at HYPNOTIC RECORDS and its Japanese affiliate DOLPHIN RECORDS. TRANSMUTATOR has even caught the attention of media producers with music appearing in the NBC TV show "HOMICIDE" and SEGA's SONIC ADVENTURES.
TRANSMUTATOR's latest offering is entitled "The Colony of Sluts," twisting the eroticism of thumping beats and the trance-induced sonics into a sex crazed frenzy. This one definitely pushes techno to the hard edge of sensuality, a record destined to release the lustful beast within onto the dancefloor!
Taking his custom mixes and exclusive plates to the dancefloor, Romell takes on another avenue spinning as Dj RB. Since his debut on the scene as a deejay, he has already headlined and co-headlined events with the likes of Alice Deejay, Carl Cox, Simply Jeff, Neosoul, Daniel Myer, Dj Evil, G-Spot, and more. Dj RB has also been commissioned by record labels to provide continuous mixes of select tracks. Though the variety of genres expand from drum & bass to hardcore (spinning under Dj RB or Dj SkOOBY), the mixes are flawless and showcase the label's tracks very well. Keep your eyes peeled for compilations like This Is NeoGoth, This Is Electroclash, or Gothika, ... or even a guest appearance at your club!
For RAZED IN BLACK's recent US TOUR with SWITCHBLADE SYMPHONY, Ivan Delaforce primary performer for the hit broadway showstopper STOMP, will aid Romell in transcending the heartstopping beats on stage. The creative performance style of Ivan's percussion playing promises concert goers a full show and not the usual hum drum of electronic outfits playing to a tape. The guitars are driven with the sound and fury of grinding machinery due to Mesa/Boogie's support and the incredible wall of sound the two guitarists, Romell and George, deliver on stage. Collectively, Romell with his emotional driven voice and his coherts on stage deliver a show best described through the experience.
Having a few U.S. tours headlining and supporting high profile acts, RAZED IN BLACK puts on quite a show. Concert reviews are always positive. Crowds ofen comment how much more intense and moving it is to experience RAZED IN BLACK live. The live line-up consists of Romell, who programs the music and show for the live performance, plays guitar, and delivers the vocals - often recalling the feelings when the lyrics were written, Romell never fails at exerting them with intense emotional expression, Ivan Delaforce, behind his custom trap of three snares, remote hats, and triggers, only compliment his energetic thrust of beats - for years an integral part of the percussive performing broadway show STOMP, Ivan makes his last name his definition … ‘a powerful force’, and Phil Guerrero, who aggressifies the delivery with guitars and back vocals - also popular for his appearance as a host on YTV, one of Canada's hottest youth shows. Various guest musicians take up residence to fill the fourth slot. Previous Razed In Black shows have featured members of Hate Dept, Soil & Eclipse, Dj Evil, Dj Ronnie E, Chris G, Shirley Dayton, and more. Key to the success of the shows are also Razed In Black's tour manager, Conor - exclusive piercer for the band and runs the best piercing shop in Hawaii, and Razed In Black's gear tech, Danny - who also happens to be Romell's long time bud. They're all from the islands and definitely deliver a show like no other.
Don't miss out! This is the year's freshest new music, with the first taste of what electronic bands will sound like in the next millenium. RAZED IN BLACK/TRANSMUTATOR - "Crawl into my world!"
Part Of Me
Razed In Black Lyrics
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You are a part of me.
I know you better than I know myself.
I know you best,
Better than anyone.
I know you better than I know myself.
You don't judge.
You can't speak.
You can't hurt me.
You're just here for me to use.
I know you best,
Better than one might think.
I know you better than I know myself.
It's time for you
To make a sacrifice.
It's time to die a little.
Give it up.
You are a part of me.
The lyrics to Razed In Black's song Part Of Me describe the singer's relationship with their own darker side or inner demons. They acknowledge that this part of them exists and is a significant part of who they are. The singer claims to understand this shadow self better than they understand the rest of their personality, as it cannot communicate its thoughts and feelings in the same way that they can. The shadow self is always present, always available, and always ready to be used by the singer. The singer seems to suggest that they need this darker part of themselves to function, but they also understand that it needs to be controlled, sacrificed, and suppressed.
The song could be interpreted as a conversation between the singer and their shadow self, with the singer acknowledging the shadow's presence while also trying to distance themselves from it. The lyrics suggest that the singer is aware of the potential danger that their shadow self poses, but they also depend on it to some extent. By telling the shadow self that it's time to make a sacrifice and die a little, the singer seems to be implying that they need to let go of this part of themselves in order to move forward.
Overall, the lyrics to Part Of Me by Razed In Black describe the complex and often contradictory relationship that we all have with our inner selves. The song suggests that it's possible to understand and even embrace our darker sides, but it's also important to keep them in check and not let them control us.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you well.
I am very familiar with you.
You are a part of me.
You are an integral part of my being.
I know you better than I know myself.
I understand you more than I understand myself.
I know you best, Better than anyone.
I know you better than anyone else.
I know you better than I know myself.
I understand you more than I understand myself.
You don't judge.
You are non-judgmental.
You can't speak.
You are unable to communicate verbally.
You can't leave.
You are stuck with me.
You can't hurt me.
You are incapable of causing me harm.
You're just here for me to use.
Your existence is solely to benefit me.
I know you best, Better than one might think.
I understand you better than most people would assume.
I know you better than I know myself.
I understand you more than I understand myself.
It's time for you To make a sacrifice.
You need to give something up for me.
It's time to die a little.
You need to experience some pain or suffering.
Give it up.
Let it go.
You are a part of me.
You are an integral part of my being.
Writer(s): DANIEL CAREY, ADAM JONES, PAUL D'AMOUR, MAYNARD KEENAN
Contributed by Nathan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@andrewcook1428
Interesting cover or remix if part of me by tool
@ThornUvDaath777
CAn you upload some more songs fromt his tribute album, I can't find it anywhere
@makebake4094
is she suppose to be from ergo proxy???
@danfox9243
I LIKE APPLES.
@MightyIG
(With Lyrics)... in the description. "Sucker. Plus one view." --NO LIFE (WITHOUT VIOLENCE)