TSUNAMI BOMB’s debut album, “The Ultimate Escape” on Kung Fu Records received critical acclaim, with Rolling Stone later naming it as one of their Top 50 Pop-Punk albums of all time. Despite line-up changes, TSUNAMI BOMB’s resilience has allowed them to release multiple albums through the years, including their most recent LP,
“The Spine That Binds” on Jello Biafra’s label, Alternative Tentacles Records. Their ability to infuse emotional depth into their impactful and unforgettable songs has long established their contribution to shaping the punk rock landscape.
With a longtime lineup consisting of founding bassist Dominic Davi, whose pulsating driving rhythms anchor the band's music, founding keyboardist/vocalist Oobliette Sparks, whose haunting melodies and powerhouse vocals add depth and texture, founding drummer Gabe Lindeman, whose thunderous beats drive the band's relentless energy, singer Kate Jacobi, whose emotive vocals lead the charge with passion and intensity, and guitarist Andrew Pohl, whose searing riffs and unforgettable dynamic tone elevate the band's sonic landscape.
Over the years, TSUNAMI BOMB has evolved and matured while always staying true to their signature sound. Continuing to push boundaries and deliver an experience that is both powerful and unforgettable, solidifying TSUNAMI BOMB’s place as a prominent force within the punk rock scene.
Discography
B-Movie Queens (1999)
Mayhem on the High Seas (1999)
The Invasion From Within (2000)
The Ultimate Escape (2002)
The Definitive Act (2004)
Russian Roulette
Tsunami Bomb Lyrics
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You feel mechanical, a lost soul in the crowd
You're one of us so none of us are going to listen to you complain
You better shut your mouth, or when we're through with you,
You'll be ashamed
If you want to be in, you're in
If you want to get out, get out!
Thought you had friends, thought you knew this band
If you want your life to be your own, divided we stand
Shooting for stability is pointless cause you gotta deal with me
I'm seeing red, if you turn back now you'll wish you were dead
You better watch your back cause we're on the attack
You better watch your back,
there's no turning back when I say...
Don't you understand what you've done?
Let's even up the score
By now you'd better be heading for the door
The song "Russian Roulette" by Tsunami Bomb depicts a situation in which an individual is struggling to find their place within a group. They feel like they've lost their individuality and have become a "lost soul in the crowd." The person is not pleased with their situation, but when they try to express their feelings, they are criticized and threatened by their supposed friends. The group tells them to "shut [their] mouth" or face the consequences of their complaints.
The song focuses on the theme of conformity and the pressure to fit into a group. The lyrics are critical of those who refuse to allow others to express themselves, and highlights the dangers associated with group thinking. The lyrics "shooting for stability is pointless cause you gotta deal with me," indicate that those who refuse to conform, will be ostracized, threatened, or possibly hurt in the process.
In general, the song paints a bleak picture of individuals who are subjected to a culture of conformity or to those who don't respect the opinions of others. The lyrics urge people to take control of their lives and get out of situations where their opinions are disregarded, even if it becomes risky. The lyrics, "take the Russian roulette, and bet you're going down," suggest that it is better to take the risk of leaving rather than facing the negative consequences of staying.
Line by Line Meaning
Something isn't right, something's got you down
You seem unhappy and lost
You feel mechanical, a lost soul in the crowd
You are feeling like a robot, lost and alone despite being surrounded by people
You're one of us so none of us are going to listen to you complain
We consider you one of us, but we don't want to hear your complaints
You better shut your mouth, or when we're through with you, You'll be ashamed
If you don't stop complaining, we will make you feel ashamed
If you want to be in, you're in
If you want to be a part of this group, you're welcome
If you want to get out, get out!
If you want to leave, leave!
Or take the Russian roulette, and bet you're going down
If you stay, you might as well play Russian roulette and risk your life
Thought you had friends, thought you knew this band
You thought you belonged, but you were wrong
If you want your life to be your own, divided we stand
If you want to be independent, we will not support you
Shooting for stability is pointless cause you gotta deal with me
Trying to find stability is useless because you have to deal with my presence
I'm seeing red, if you turn back now you'll wish you were dead
I'm angry, and if you try to leave now, you'll regret it
You better watch your back cause we're on the attack
Be careful because we are ready to attack you
You better watch your back, there's no turning back when I say...
You should be cautious, once I make a decision, there's no going back
Don't you understand what you've done?
Do you not realize how you have angered us?
Let's even up the score
Let's balance things out, you have caused some trouble
By now you'd better be heading for the door
You should probably leave before things get worse
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