Followed by MESSA DA REQUIEM hardly a year later, the mini album hits the top of the European Alternative Charts. It is celebrated “Record of the Year” of the DUTCH ALTERNATIVE CHARTS (DUC) after three months’ constantly holding the top position. The song GROUND ZERO establishes itself as a club hit overnight skilfully linking hard electronics with an oriental theme. For the first time here, THE RETROSIC is enriched by the classical singing of soprano Zaide who gives the EP its name quoting passages from the requiem by Verdi under the same name.
2002 and the following year also sees the band challenging various remix works for BRUDERSCHAFT, CLAN OF XYMOX and a collaboration with [:SITD:] feat. Cyrus on vocals for the comic-soundtrack ERYNIS with the song DECOY and on the RETROSIC-Remix for LAUGHING STOCK.
Almost two years after MESSA DA REQUIEM, THE RETROSIC's second full-time release is brought to daylight with GOD OF HELL. Harsh arrangements combined with biting vocals remain the immovable centre of THE RETROSIC, now expanding to a fully band line-up behind Cyrus. But the electronic surrounding is meeting more exceptional instrumentalisation than ever before and resulting into an enormous number of established club hits: In THE STORM’s Indian flutes open the album and martial military drums and ethereal boys’ choirs rise in the final part of MANEATER. DRAGONFIRE links industrial elements with wide trombones, whereas ELYSIUM apparently leaves the electronical context completely to make room for Oriental rhythms. It is this song, which again features Zaide’s singing as its centrepiece.
GOD OF HELL´s chosen to become the most successful electro release 2004 at the German Alternative Charts (DAC) and also RETROSIC's first album released in North America.
After 2 years of work the highly-awaited follower to GOD OF HELL will be released in summer 2006. NIGHTCRAWLER will take you on a trip to the inevitable, your fear of the dark – where the creatures of the night hide their faces so that you have never noticed them – until now.
Discography:
2001 – PROPHECY (album)
2002 – MESSA DA REQUIEM (mini-album)
2004 – GOD OF HELL (album)
2006 – NIGHTCRAWLER (album)
Bloodsport
The Retrosic Lyrics
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The Retrosic's song Bloodsport is a powerful commentary on the dark side of human nature that drives people to engage in violent competition for glory and fame. The opening lines of the song warn of the futility of seeking love and romance in such a world, where the only currency is strength and power. The lyrics go on to describe the brutal and unforgiving nature of the "blood-sport," where competitors fight to the death for their moment of glory, only to be forgotten as soon as they fall.
The chorus of the song drives home the message that this is a god-damned blood-sport, with no winners and no heroes, only losers and victims. The lyrics describe the pain and suffering that the competitors must endure, with no way out but to grin and bear it. The final lines of the song offer a stark warning to anyone foolish enough to think that they can be on top of the food chain forever, as there will always be someone stronger waiting to take them down.
In summary, Bloodsport is an insightful and thought-provoking commentary on the darker side of human nature, and the destructive effects of violent competition on both the winners and the losers.
Line by Line Meaning
That won�t become Valentine�s Day
Your dreams of success and happiness will not come true without significant effort and sacrifice
You have aimed too high
Your aspirations are unrealistic and will lead to disappointment
Now you are going to pay
Your mistakes and failures will have consequences that you cannot avoid
Enter the field and toe the mark
Prepare to compete in a challenging and unforgiving environment
We are up and steady
We are ready and focused on the task at hand
Waiting for ignition spark
Anticipating the start of a violent and brutal confrontation
At the top of the food chain
We are in a position of power and control over others
Everyone plays your game
Our opponents must follow our rules and adhere to our strategies
This is a god-damned blood-sport
The competition is vicious, ruthless, and often deadly
You want to fight for glory
You are driven by a desire for fame, recognition, and achievement
And you are going to die for fame
Your pursuit of greatness may cost you your life
There will be always someone stronger
No matter how skilled or powerful you are, there will always be someone more dominant
But a fool who cares about the croaker
It is foolish to focus on trivial concerns and distractions when facing significant challenges
Face the pain
Prepare yourself to endure intense physical and emotional suffering
There is no way to quit
Once you have entered the competition, there is no way to back down or give up
You won�t get out
You are trapped in a dangerous and inescapable situation
So grin and bear it
Endure the pain and suffering with a grim determination
Contributed by Gabriel E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Тамерлан Галаев
Muzlka adrenaline 💥🔥 Bomba.
VRock Da Skull
This is definitely some Mortal Kombat music
simply phenomenal
Love it!