Pedro Zelbohr (Guitar) and Tommy Roitman (Drums) formed Heavy/Power Metal band Split Heaven, in 2003. After recording a demo called "Lightstorm" in May of the same year, they decided to change the line up in order to evolve on the sound of the band.
After two years, now with two new members: Eli Valenzuela (Vocals) & Carlo "Taii" Hernández (Bass), Split Heaven recorded a second demo called R.I.P with two songs and with this recording (with a much better and powerful sound) they had the chance to play all over Mexican Republic and also having the opportunity to be the supporting band in a concert of Paul Di Anno.
In 2007, Asenath Records from Monterrey, México, offers a contract to release the first full-length album of the band. Split Heaven accepts and enters the studio recording ten songs, half in English and half in Spanish, having as a result a Power Metal album that opened doors for the band, touring in México as headliner and also being the supporting band for Hammerfall (Sweden), Rata Blanca (Argentina) & L.A Guns (U.S.A).
Being not 100% satisfied with the sound of the first album, Split Heaven decides to add a new member, Armand "Hank" Ramos in the guitar. In 2008, having a solid line up and sound, Split Heaven enters the rehearsal room in order to create a new album. Blower Records (Veto, Strike Master, Voltax, Gumo Maniacs, etc.) offers a contract for the second full-length album "Psycho Samurai" which was released on July of 2008 officially in a show with U.S Metal bands At War & Agent Steel.
In 2009, Split Heaven won the "Mexican Metal Battle" contest, which took place in Mexico City at Circo Volador venue. With this, they received the opportunity to represent México in the "2009 Metal Battle" at "Wacken Open Air" on its 20th Anniversary being the first Mexican band ever to perform in this festival.
In the same year, High Roller Records (Germany) acquires the license of "Psycho Samurai" album from Blower Records and the band releases their first vinyl production in February of 2010.
In March of 2010, the German label "Pure Steel Records" signed the Mexicans in order to release their 3rd album In December of the present year, having also planned the re-releases of the previous albums.
In July of 2010 Split Heaven joined the "American Old School Metal Attack" in Sao Paulo, Brazil, with the Pure Steel Records bands: Enchanter (U.S.A) and Hellish War (Brazil). Again, the band represented Mexico in this great tour, which also is planned to take place in the U.S & Europe in the next years.
Now, the band is finishing the 3rd album and planning a European Tour to promote the new work.
Split Heaven is endorsed by: Washburn Guitars, Randall Amplifiers, Vic Firth, MEINL Cymbals and Evans Drumheads.
Motorblade
Split Heaven Lyrics
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pull up my leather pants, shake all my chains,
I turn on my bike; it's time to go for some action
Looking for cute ladies, I light up a cigar,
flames of metal are calling,
destroying the posers, questioning authority,
no one can stop me.
I have metal veins!
Flaming through the night.
You have metal veins!
The sound of the railroad has just begun.
Last trip to liberty, can't miss the chance.
Speed up the wheels, burn up some fuel,
heavy and loud music is all I want,
is all I want!! Yes!
I have metal veins!
Flaming through the night.
You have metal veins!
I have metal veins!
Flaming through the night
You have metal veins! Metal!
The lyrics of Split Heaven's song "Motorblade" portray the feelings of someone who is seeking an escape from their mundane life. After a long day, the singer puts on their leather pants, shakes their chains, and sets off on their bike for some action. The singer's search for cute ladies is accompanied by the call of the flames of metal. They destroy posers and question authority, feeling unstoppable. The repetition of "I have metal veins" and "You have metal veins" emphasizes the intense and liberating feeling of being a part of the metal subculture.
The sound of the railroad signals the singer's departure from their routine and their journey towards freedom. They speed up the wheels, burn some fuel, and blast loud music, which is all they want. The lyrics suggest that the singer has found their true calling in the world of metal, and that this is what makes them feel alive. The use of the word "Metal" in the final line of the song emphasizes this point, as if it were a celebration of the metal subculture.
Line by Line Meaning
After a long day I escape reality,
After a tiring day, I seek refuge from daily life.
pull up my leather pants, shake all my chains,
I wear my leather pants and shake my chains to prepare myself.
I turn on my bike; it's time to go for some action
I turn on my bike and get ready for some adventure.
Looking for cute ladies, I light up a cigar,
I smoke a cigar and search for attractive women.
flames of metal are calling,
The energy of heavy metal inspires me.
destroying the posers, questioning authority,
I eliminate the non-genuine people and challenge those in power.
no one can stop me.
I am unstoppable in my pursuits.
I have metal veins!
I am full of heavy metal energy!
Flaming through the night.
I am on fire as I ride through the night.
The sound of the railroad has just begun.
The train's sound signals the start of my journey.
Last trip to liberty, can't miss the chance.
I must take this opportunity to be free.
Speed up the wheels, burn up some fuel,
I accelerate and use up fuel quickly.
heavy and loud music is all I want,
I crave the intensity of loud, heavy music.
is all I want!! Yes!
This is all I desire and nothing can stop me!
Metal!
Heavy metal is my passion!
Contributed by Kaylee E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.