1) Tank (stylized as … Read Full Bio ↴There are mutliple artists with this name:
1) Tank (stylized as TANK) is the name of two British heavy metal bands, both of which stem from a band formed in 1980 by Algy Ward (ex-The Saints, ex-The Damned). The band's brand filthy metal was loved by both punk and metal fans. The original band is known as part of the new wave of British heavy metal movement. Tank was often compared to Motörhead as both bands were trios fronted by singing bassists, and played a loose, almost punk-styled metal music with often colourful lyrics. Lemmy, of Motörhead, helped them get their first record deal, and "Fast" Eddie Clarke was picked as producer for their debut album, "Filth Hounds of Hades". Heavily influenced by bands like Motörhead, they were a productive force of the NWOBHM movement, and are still making music in the 21st century. After legal and creative disputes, Algy Ward led one version of the group while guitarists Mick Tucker and Cliff Evans led the other (Tucker/Evans Tank).
2) Tank is the stage name of an American R&B singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, Durrell Babbs.
Tank was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 1, 1976 and he was raised in Clinton, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. Tank took an instant interest in singing and playing the piano, partially due to his alliance to religion — his cousin directed the church choir and helped the aspiring vocalist foster his singing talent from an early age. His stage name comes from his chiseled physique. A multi-sport athlete in high school, he had the opportunity to play college football. However, Tank decided to focus on music, and his talent eventually led him to an opportunity to sing background vocals for Ginuwine during one of Ginuwine's tours. Next, he found himself singing with Aaliyah and then Blackground Records founder Barry Hankerson, and his son (and company president) Jomo Hankerson took notice, offering Tank the opportunity to become a solo artist. In 2001, Tank realized his ambitions, seeing his debut album, Force of Nature, released to a national audience. This LP rendered the Top 10 R&B ballad, "Maybe I Deserve".
The next year, Tank released his second album, One Man. The single of the same name had chart success as well. He also co-produced the smash hit single "One Minute Man" by Missy Elliott in 2002.
Tank has also made a name for himself as a producer and writer, working with artists such as Dave Hollister, Marques Houston, Omarion, Jamie Foxx, Donell Jones, Monica among others. Along with The Underdogs, he has worked with many different artists over the years and was also a contributor to the score of the film adaptation of the musical Dreamgirls, in which he also had a cameo.
Tank sold what was to be the lead single to his 3rd album, "I Luv Dem Girls", to Marques Houston who renamed it "Strip Club" (this song appears on Marques Houston's 3rd solo album "Veteran"). Tank has recently worked on Kelly Rowland's second album Ms. Kelly on the tracks "The Show" (a duet with Tank himself) and "Ghetto" featuring Snoop Dogg. "Ghetto" is also set to be the album's second single.
Tank released his 3rd solo album entitled "Sex, Love & Pain" on May 15, 2007. The first single of this album is "Please Don't Go". Tank has also formed a group with Ginuwine and Tyrese named TGT. Their first single will be a remix of "Please Don't Go", with an international tour entitled "The Shirts Off Tour" and search for a fourth member to follow.
Tank, along with Tyrese, are set to perform in West Oakland at the Paramount Theater on November 2, 2007.
3) Tank Taiwanese (呂建中), is a talented singer composer. TANK was said to be the next big thing after David Tao, Lee Hom and Jay Chou for his talent in composing songs, singing and dancing. Before releasing his debut album, TANK was already well known through his composed songs for S.H.E. Besides that, he was also known through his songs, 三國戀 (Romance in the 3 Kingdom) and 給我你的愛 (Give Me Your Love) which both are the ending themes for two famous Taiwan drama series. TANK also is the spokesperson for computer game, "激戰" (GuildWars) and composed a song for the game.
Since then, "TANK" had became one of the most popular keyword among new artists to be searched in search engines.
While TANK was choosing songs to be fitted to his debut album, he had uploaded several songs and had set a poll on wretch.cc to be listened by his friends and let them vote for songs to be fitted in his new album. To his surprise, thousands of fans came to his blog to listen to his songs.
TANK's debut album, Fighting 生存之道 (Fighting, The Law of Living) is a fusion of Hip Hop, RnB, Rock and traditional Chinese music. The album has been on the Taiwan album sales chart (G-music chart) number 1 spot for 3 weeks beating Tank's own idol, A Mei, Guang Liang and Rainie Yang. He is now still charting in G-music chart and his album has sold over 100,000 copies in Taiwan to date.
4) Tank was also a project by the German producers Christopher von Deylen and Sören Schnakenberg. They produced 5 electronic music tracks and made a few remixes for other artists.
5) Tank is one of the many names under which Guy Blakeslee (Entrance) releases music.
6) Tank is a french melodic death metal band formed in 2007. They define their music as "tank metal". They only released a self-titled EP in 2007, featuring two songs : Tank and Brothers in Arms.
Line-Up:
Raf - Vocals
Symheris - Lead Guitar
Edd - Rhythm Guitar
Olivier - Bass
Reno - Drums
7) Tank is a South Korean rapper, and singer. He is best known for his song 159cm.
Return of the Filth Hounds
Tank Lyrics
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We return a full on attack well, well, well
The tour bus Parked right out the back
The parking lot at Offenbach we met some friends there
Manfred and Gotz...They're out there, somewhere Manfred and Gotz...
They're out there, somewhere Cerberus...
Heralds the return Cerberus... Heralds the return Cerberus-Heralds the return... Of the filth hounds
We disembark for a night time raid Deutschland roars as we hit the stage...
They're out there, somewhere Manfred and Gotz....
They're out there somewhere Cerberus...
Heralds the return Cerberus... Heralds the return Cerberus... Heralds the return... Of the filth hounds
M.T.W. Hammer on!!! Cerberus... Heralds The Return Cerberus...Heralds The Return Cerberus...
Heralds the return... Of the filth hounds...[x2]
The song "Return of the Filth Hounds" by Tank is an energetic and fierce rock song that speaks of a band coming back to the stage after a ten-year hiatus. The lyrics express the eagerness and excitement of the band members to perform again and the joy of meeting their fans in Offenbach, Germany. The song's title uses the term "filth hounds" to refer to the band's followers or fans, who are perceived as dedicated and fiery supporters of Tank's music.
The song's primary message is about the band's return to its roots and a return to the sound that defined their careers, specifically referencing their early sound on their first album Filth Hounds of Hades. The lyrics also celebrate the German fans' devotion to the music of Tank and their support for the band, showing how the love of music can help people connect and unite.
"Return of the Filth Hounds" is a fast-paced song with a strong message that urges the listeners to embrace their passion for music and allow it to drive them forward. It uses heavy guitar riffs, a pounding bass, and drums to create a distinctive sound, which characterizes the band's music.
Line by Line Meaning
Ten long years of being off the tracks
After a decade of absence, we're back
We return a full on attack well, well, well
We've come back with full force
The tour bus Parked right out the back
Our tour bus is parked nearby
The parking lot at Offenbach we met some friends there Manfred and Gotz...
We met some friends named Manfred and Gotz in the Offenbach parking lot
They're out there, somewhere Manfred and Gotz...
We don't know where Manfred and Gotz are, but they're around
Cerberus... Heralds the return Cerberus-Heralds the return... Of the filth hounds
The dog-like creature Cerberus symbolizes our return as the Filth Hounds
We disembark for a night time raid Deutschland roars as we hit the stage...
We're ready for a night show and the crowd in Deutschland is excited to see us perform
Man, you should've been there Manfred and Gotz...
Manfred and Gotz missed an amazing show
Cerberus... Heralds the return Cerberus... Heralds the return Cerberus... Heralds the return... Of the filth hounds
Cerberus continues to symbolize our return as the Filth Hounds multiple times
M.T.W. Hammer on!!! Cerberus... Heralds the return Cerberus...Heralds The Return Cerberus...
We're prepared for our show and Cerberus continues to symbolize our return
Heralds the return... Of the filth hounds...[x2]
We repeat the message that Cerberus heralds our return as the Filth Hounds
Contributed by Christian W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
jeff Kennedy
God i miss Algy playing live. superb songwriter, lyricist, arranger, bassist, performer and what a beautiful voice. deep baritone and full of soul. i bet he could sing barry white covers as good as barry. best anti war songs ever written.
Steven Chiappino
Soo good 👍
Yoke Records
My review on Allmusic written September 29, 2018. 4 Stars
Recorded live in 1997, Tank sounds great on The Return Of The Filth Hounds Live released in 1998 on Rising Sun Productions out of Germany. Tank does a nice mix of classics across their first four LPs and the single "Don't Walk Away". Some highlights include "This Means War", "T.W.D.A.M.O.", "Power Of The Hunter" and "Shellshock". They also perform "And Then We Heard The Thunder" and include "In The Last Hours Before Dawn" as a studio track from their upcoming album; Still At War. That album was not released until 2002, roughly five years later. Anyway, a well produced live record from Algy and the boys is what is presented here. Sounds great and well worth seeking out.
Antichristian Tormentowers
🤘🏿