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.
No Harder
Showtek Lyrics
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Showtek will be fucking up your mind
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style And there ain't no harder, harder kind
Showtek will be fucking up your mind
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style And there ain't no harder, harder kind
Showtek will be fucking up your mind
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder
Ain't no, ain't no, hard 'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style
Ain't no, ain't no, hard
The lyrics to Showtek's song No Harder express the idea that there is no style or kind of music that is harder than their own. They repeatedly state "there ain't no harder, harder style" and "there ain't no harder, harder kind," emphasizing their confidence and boldness in their music. The line "Showtek will be fucking up your mind" speaks to their ability to challenge and push boundaries with their music, ultimately leaving a lasting impression on their listeners.
The repetition in the lyrics serves to reinforce the idea that Showtek's style is the hardest and most unique, creating a vibe that is both intense and electrifying. The use of profanity also adds to the overall aggressive tone of the song, further emphasizing the confidence and attitude portrayed in the lyrics.
Overall, the lyrics to No Harder convey a sense of confidence and musical prowess that is unique to Showtek's style, setting them apart from other artists in the electronic music genre.
Line by Line Meaning
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style And there ain't no harder, harder kind
The song proclaims that there is no music style or genre harder than Showtek's.
Showtek will be fucking up your mind
The song promises that Showtek's music will leave a lasting impression and impact on the listener's mind.
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style
The song reiterates that Showtek's music style is unmatched in its hardness and intensity.
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder kind
The song emphasizes that Showtek's music genre is also unmatched in its hardness and intensity.
'Cause there ain't no harder, harder
The song is stating unequivocally that Showtek's music is the hardest of them all.
Ain't no, ain't no, hard 'Cause there ain't no harder, harder style
The song repeats its message that there is no music style harder than Showtek's.
Ain't no, ain't no, hard
The song reiterates that there is no music harder than Showtek's.
Writer(s): Sjoerd Janssen, Wouter Janssen Copyright: Kaika Publishing
Contributed by London J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.