1. A German metal band that was a… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands named Steeler.
1. A German metal band that was active from 1981-1988 and released four albums in that time. This was the band that the German guitarist, Axel Rudi Pell made his debut in.*
2. An American metal band that was active from 1981-1984 and released one self titled album. Compilations of rare, unreleased material from the band would later be released officially to celebrate their legacy.**
*1. German: Steeler was founded in 1981 in Bochum. The band was originally formed with members Peter Burtz on vocals, Axel Rudi Pell on guitar, Tom Eder also on guitar, Volker Krawczak on bass and Jan Yildiral on drums. The band released two albums with this lineup, one a self titled album (Steeler) and the other titled 'Rulin' the Earth'. After the first two albums Krawczak was replaced by Roland Hag, this new lineup released two more albums. The first was named 'Strike Back' and the other 'Undercover Animal'. After this the band split up.
Discography:
Steeler (1984)
Rulin' the earth (1985)
Strike Back (1986)
Undecover Animal (1988)
**2. American: Steeler was an early 1980 heavy metal band. They started with members Ron Keel on vocals and guitar, Michael Dunigan on lead guitar, Tim Morrison on bass and Bobby Eva on drums. They released a 45rpm vinyl single (Cold Day in Hell)
After a while Bobby Eva left the band and was replaced by Mark Edwards.
After that Michael Dunigan and Tim Morrison left the band and were replaced by Rik Fox (bass) and an 18 year old guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen. This line-up released the Steeler's first album (Steeler).
The final line-up:
Ron Keel - vocals and guitar
Kurt Jaymes - lead guitar
Greg Chaisson - bass
Bobby Marks - drums
This line-up didn't release albums or singles.
After a long time Keel produced a compilation album with songs from the single, live show bootlegs, album and unreleased tracks. This album was released in 2005 (Metal Generation: The Steeler Anthology)
Turning Wheels
Steeler Lyrics
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On the sandy shore
Seems to change, but it always stays the same
Life is like a pit of snakes sometimes
And just a bore
You've seen it all, guy you know the game
Leaves I saw growing back in May are now
Falling to the ground
Seems to change, but it always stays he same
You lose your friends, as time goes by
They die without a sound
You've seen it all, boy you know the game
It's the same old circle
Like turning wheels
Life is turning, the days fade away
Like burning flames lifе is burning
It's yearning for the final day
Tried suicidе a thousand times but in vein
You had no guts
But maybe there's a reason why
You know that you will try again when it
All becomes too much
When you can't go on living with that lie
Like turning wheels
Keep on turning, the days fade away
Like burning flames life is burning
It's yearning for the final day
Like turning wheels
Life is turning, the days fade away
Like burning flames life is burning
It's yearning for the final day
Like turning wheels
Life is turning, the days fade away
Like burning flames life is burning
It's yearning for the final day
Turning wheels keep on turning
The burning flames they are burning
The lyrics of "Turning Wheels" by Steeler convey a sense of observation and reflection on the cyclical and monotonous nature of life. The opening lines, "Sitting here and watching tides go by, On the sandy shore, Seems to change, but it always stays the same," suggest that despite appearances, life often remains stagnant and predictable. The repetition of the phrase "it always stays the same" emphasizes this theme of unchanging routines and experiences.
The lyrics further depict life as a pit of snakes, sometimes tedious and dull. The line, "Life is like a pit of snakes sometimes, And just a bore," reflects the frustrating and repetitive nature of existence. The lyrics also touch upon the passing of time and the loss of friends as they "die without a sound," highlighting the transient nature of relationships and the inevitability of mortality.
The chorus of the song, "Like turning wheels, Life is turning, the days fade away, Like burning flames life is burning, It's yearning for the final day," reinforces the idea that life is a continuous cycle, with days passing by and time slipping away. The comparison to turning wheels and burning flames implies the unstoppable and relentless progression of time and the longing for some ultimate resolution or conclusion.
The lyrics also touch upon the concept of contemplating suicide, with the lines "Tried suicide a thousand times but in vain, You had no guts, But maybe there's a reason why." This verse represents the struggles and despair some individuals may experience, acknowledging the internal battle between wanting to escape from the monotony of life and facing the unknown beyond.
Overall, "Turning Wheels" conveys a sense of resignation and weariness with the repetitive nature of life, highlighting the desire for something more significant or conclusive. The lyrics offer a contemplative exploration of existential themes and the human longing for purpose, meaning, and ultimate resolution.
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blackcargo
That's classic metal at it's best, I remember '89 drunken in my fast car !
Gotcho Yanev
Like turning wheels life is turning to the final day!
HEADBANGER SPACE
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