Their characteristic productions, world acclaimed albums, award winnings and mind blowing performances have gained them recognition as ambassadors for the global EDM scene. In 2012 numbers came out that Showtek was ranked #17 in the Top 20 of music export products of The Netherlands. In Billboard Magazine they were rated as one of the top 10 highlights for Electric Daisy Carnival 2011 (world's biggest EDM event). Being elected by one of the most powerful music magazines, while performing with names like; David Guetta, Steve Angello, Tiësto and Steve Aoki is definitely an achievement which shows that the Dutch brothers have reached the top of the EDM scene.
Music
Since the launch of their first artist album 'Today is Tomorrow' in 2007, Showtek has been unstoppable; Year after year they have received awards on their music and performances and they even were the first act, within their style, to deliver the world famous "Essential Mix" for BBC Radio 1, with millions of listeners. In the same year Showtek's music got featured on the soundtrack of the international Hollywood blockbuster movie called, 'Bruno', by Sacha Baron Cohen.
The second multi award winning album: 'Analogue Players in a Digital World' was unveiled in 2009 at the prestigious 'Amsterdam Dance Event' (ADE) and crossed genres in a way the scene had never experienced before. In 2011 they start co-producing music with an icon in EDM, that doesn't come any bigger then fellow Dutch man, Tiësto. It shouldn't be a surprise that their first official collaboration release was together with their new powerful buddy and was released as Tiësto & Showtek - "Hell Yeah!", which resulted in a worldwide top 10 hit.
A totally new concept called "Crazy Collabs" was born out of this and raised new opportunities for the boys to collaborate with DJ’s / Producers from all musical corners. The second 'Crazy Collab' is Hardwell & Showtek - "How We Do", which hit #1 on Beatport within a week after release. The accompanied video clip got rated as “most viewed music video” on MTV USA in the same week.
As a result of this tremendously successful story, the phone at the 2-Dutch headquarters doesn’t stop ringing anymore. And some of the major Dance labels have started throwing in offers to release Showtek’s music.
Performances
Showtek sold out solo events for thousands of diehard fans and curious spectators in every corner of the globe, from Asia and Australia to Europe and all the way to their new home The United States of America. They hosted stages on world famous festivals such as, Dance Valley (UDC) and ID&T/Q-Dance. In summer 2012 world's biggest concert organization 'Live Nation' snapped up Showtek for a 6 week 'Rock & Roll' bus tour, which brought Showtek to each corner in the states delivering show after show for tens of thousands excited clubbers.
Watching and hearing Showtek is a joy to behold. Showtek's stunning live-shows, devastating DJ sets, and massive productions, have led to much deserved world domination. And they only have just begun.
Brain Crackin'
Showtek Lyrics
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Of your head in the ground
And you′re afraid to say
And it won't go away
That′s the sound of your brain cracking
That's the sound of your brain cracking
That's the sound of your brain cracking
That′s the sound of your brain cracking
Of your head on the ground
And you′re afraid to say
And it won't go away
That′s the sound of your brain cracking
That's the sound of your brain cracking
That′s the sound of your brain cracking
That's the sound of your brain cracking
The lyrics to Showtek's "Brain Crackin'" describe the feeling of one's mind being so overwhelmed with thoughts and emotions that it becomes almost too much to handle. The repetition of the phrase "that's the sound of your brain cracking" emphasizes the severity of the situation, suggesting that the person's mental state may be on the verge of breaking down. The reference to the sound of one's head on the ground could also symbolize a loss of control and a feeling of being grounded or brought back to reality.
The lyrics may also be interpreted as a commentary on the pressures and stresses of modern society. The constant bombardment of information and expectations can lead to a feeling of mental overload, which can have serious consequences for one's mental health. The repetition of the phrase "it won't go away" suggests that these issues cannot always be easily resolved or brushed aside.
Ultimately, the lyrics to "Brain Crackin'" serve as a warning about the importance of maintaining one's mental health and seeking help when needed. It emphasizes the need to pay attention to the warning signs that our own minds may give us, and to take action before it's too late.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you ever heard the sound
Did you ever experience the sensation
Of your head in the ground
Of feeling overwhelmed or confused
And you′re afraid to say
And are hesitant to speak up
And it won't go away
And the problem persists
That′s the sound of your brain cracking
That's the signal of a mental breakdown
That's the sound of your brain cracking
That's the signal of a mental breakdown
That′s the sound of your brain cracking
That's the signal of a mental breakdown
That's the sound of your brain cracking
That's the signal of a mental breakdown
Have you ever heard the sound
Did you ever experience the sensation
Of your head on the ground
Of feeling overwhelmed or confused
And you′re afraid to say
And are hesitant to speak up
And it won't go away
And the problem persists
That′s the sound of your brain cracking
That's the signal of a mental breakdown
That's the sound of your brain cracking
That's the signal of a mental breakdown
That's the sound of your brain cracking
That's the signal of a mental breakdown
Writer(s): Greten Danny, Streunding Jeroen
Contributed by Aria K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nichellelopez2698
2023 almost 2024 I had to come back!! What a time to be rolling back in the day! What a time! ✨
@blinkzh
The bass is something else
@Searstowerr
Brain cracking place wrecking all the way to bitch smacking brain cracking place wrecking feel this shit for just a secondddd 🎶🎶🎶🎶
@mazter66
2018 still going strong!
@blinkzh
me too! I used to play this song while playing Wolfenstein ET multiplayer... aaah the good old days :)
@zanekrol3886
2019!
@deancurtis995
2021 still 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@corkoran
I remember this sound but it's not the same !!
@SuckdizBallzZ69
2022 still listening to this banger
@justgottachanceit7534
2022 still going hard and strong