The Band, whose songs are primarily sung in English, performed their first concert on November 20th, 1989. The band displayed a bewildering array of influences, including Can, Captain Beefheart, Mingus-styled jazz, J.J. Cale, Leonard Cohen and Velvet Underground. Consequently, they incorporate a wide variety of styles into their work. dEUS have become one of the most successful (and influential) Belgian rock bands.
Many musicians became well-known after having been members of dEUS: Stef-Kamil Carlens (Moondog Jr., Zita Swoon), Rudy Trouvé (Kiss My Jazz), Danny Mommens (Vive La Fête), Craig Ward (The Love Substitutes), Jules de Borgher and Tim Vanhamel (Millionaire, solo). The current line-up (as from the album Pocket Revolution) includes Mauro Pawlowski (who became famous as solo artist and before with the band Evil Superstars) on guitars and vocals, Alan Gevaert on bass and Stephane Misseghers on drums.
Erik Drew Feldman and David Bottrill have acted as producers.
dEUS has made 8 studio albums up to now:
Worst Case Scenario (1994),
In A Bar, Under The Sea (1996),
The Ideal Crash (1999)
Pocket Revolution (2005)
Vantage Point (April 21st 2008)
Keep You Close (September 20st 2011)
Following Sea (June 1st 2012)
How To Replace It(February 17th 2023)
Other releases include:
My Sister = My Clock (1995) and
No More Loud Music - The Singles (2001), a best-of compilation.
Before Pocket Revolution (2005), dEUS took a "sabbatical" for over 6 years. In these years, Barman was busy with his second passion: film. He wrote and directed Anyway The Wind Blows, a movie received well by critics in Belgium. The key-song of the soundtrack for the film was Summer's Here by Magnus, a project by Tom Barman together with CJ Bolland.
More info can be found on their official website, www.deus.be
Constant Now
dEUS Lyrics
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Accumulate your history
Understand a little more
The aftermath of before
Just a moment lost in time
Pressing pause is time defined
Just a moment lost on you
Future plans and secrecy
Tantalizing you and me
If we're getting what we want
Are we what we need to be
Just a moment lost in time
Unrepeating, intertwined
Like a moment lost on you
You throw away everything that's new
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Cause you follow the herd but you'd rather be
Leading the ranks of a brand new breed
Are you getting enough for you money
And how does it feel now to be free
Just one crush, the very last
To lead you through that wall of glass
Feel the power of the now
You know the now can never last
Just a moment lost in time
Pressing pause is time defined
Just a moment lost on you
Pressing play is all that you can do
You live in a constant now again
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Cause you follow the herd but you'd rather be
Leading the ranks of a brand new breed
Are you getting enough for your money
And how does it feel now to be free
And so we go round and round again
And for the magic of what could be
We stay in a constant now again
The lyrics to dEUS's song "Constant Now" touch on themes of time, memory, and the importance of living in the present moment. The first verse suggests that a single moment or kiss can accumulate over time and become a part of one's personal history, helping to better understand the present through the "aftermath of before." The second verse expands on this theme, suggesting that even though moments can be lost in time, the act of pausing and resuming can create a defined sense of time. However, the lyrics also suggest that the present moment can never truly last, highlighting the fleeting nature of time and the importance of embracing each moment as it comes.
The chorus brings in themes of money and conformity, asking if the things we strive for in life are truly worth it and if we are living up to our full potential. The lyrics suggest that we often follow the crowd and settle for less than we truly desire, rather than leading the way and breaking free from the norm. The final verse reinforces the idea of the "constant now," emphasizing that while we may go "round and round again," it is the potential of what could be that keeps us grounded in the present moment.
Overall, the lyrics to "Constant Now" are a reflection on the ways in which time and memory shape our lives, and the importance of embracing each moment as it comes. The song encourages listeners to break free from conformity and embrace their true desires, rather than settling for less.
Line by Line Meaning
Just one kiss, a memory
Reflecting on a past experience, just one kiss, and how it's now just a memory
Accumulate your history
Building up your personal history through experiences and memories
Understand a little more
Gaining insight and knowledge through those experiences and memories
The aftermath of before
Reflecting on the consequences and impact of past experiences
Just a moment lost in time
A fleeting experience or memory that is now lost in the past
Pressing pause is time defined
Stopping to appreciate and define a moment in time through pausing and reflecting
Just a moment lost on you
An experience or opportunity that was missed or overlooked
Pressing play is all that you can do
Moving forward and making the most of the present moment
Future plans and secrecy
Holding onto aspirations for the future while keeping them hidden or private
Tantalizing you and me
Exciting and inviting us to imagine what the future could hold
If we're getting what we want
Questioning whether our desires align with our needs
Are we what we need to be
Reflecting on whether our current selves align with our true selves and needs
Unrepeating, intertwined
Experiencing unique and intertwined moments that cannot be replicated
Like a moment lost on you
A missed opportunity or experience that cannot be regained
You throw away everything that's new
Rejecting new experiences or opportunities without truly considering them
Is it all you got for your money
Questioning whether the experiences and opportunities we pursue are truly worth the cost
All you got, are you getting enough
Assessing whether our current experiences and opportunities fulfill our desires and needs
Cause you follow the herd but you'd rather be
Feeling pressure to conform to societal standards while desiring to break free and stand out
Leading the ranks of a brand new breed
Aspiring to be a leader and innovator in forging a new path
And how does it feel now to be free
Reflecting on the freedom and liberation that comes with breaking away from societal norms and expectations
Just one crush, the very last
Describing a powerful desire or attraction that feels all-consuming and possibly final
To lead you through that wall of glass
Describing a desire for something or someone to help break through personal barriers or limitations
Feel the power of the now
Embracing and harnessing the energy and potential of the present moment
You know the now can never last
Understanding that the present moment is fleeting and impermanent
You live in a constant now again
Living fully in the present moment and embracing its potential
And so we go round and round again
Recognizing repeating patterns and cycles in life
And for the magic of what could be
Holding onto the possibility and potential for something extraordinary to happen
We stay in a constant now again
Continuing to embrace the present moment and its potential for magic and possibility
Contributed by Julia B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Roiy Benkel
Just one kiss, a memory
Accumulate your history
Understand a little more
The aftermath of before
Just a moment lost in time
Pressing pause is time defined
Just a moment lost on you
Pressing play is all that you can do
Future plans and secrecy
Tantalizing you and me
If we're getting what we want
Are we what we need to be
Just a moment lost in time
Unrepeating, intertwined
Like a moment lost on you
You throw away everything that's new
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Cause you follow the herd but you'd rather be
Leading the ranks of a brand new breed
Are you getting enough for you money
And how does it feel now to be free
Just one crush, the very last
To lead you through that wall of glass
Feel the power of the now
You know the now can never last
Just a moment lost in time
Pressing pause is time defined
Just a moment lost on you
Pressing play is all that you can do
You live in a constant now again
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Cause you follow the herd but you'd rather be
Leading the ranks of a brand new breed
Are you getting enough for your money
And how does it feel now to be free
And so we go round and round again
And for the magic of what could be
We stay in a constant now again
sideleaner
Saw them live yesterday at a festival in Antwerpen. So fantastic, upper class performance. This is one of my favorite songs. 🎉
Kanker God
The riff from 2:35 til 2:55 Is amazing
Roiy Benkel
Just one kiss, a memory
Accumulate your history
Understand a little more
The aftermath of before
Just a moment lost in time
Pressing pause is time defined
Just a moment lost on you
Pressing play is all that you can do
Future plans and secrecy
Tantalizing you and me
If we're getting what we want
Are we what we need to be
Just a moment lost in time
Unrepeating, intertwined
Like a moment lost on you
You throw away everything that's new
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Cause you follow the herd but you'd rather be
Leading the ranks of a brand new breed
Are you getting enough for you money
And how does it feel now to be free
Just one crush, the very last
To lead you through that wall of glass
Feel the power of the now
You know the now can never last
Just a moment lost in time
Pressing pause is time defined
Just a moment lost on you
Pressing play is all that you can do
You live in a constant now again
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Is it all you got for your money
All you got, are you getting enough
Cause you follow the herd but you'd rather be
Leading the ranks of a brand new breed
Are you getting enough for your money
And how does it feel now to be free
And so we go round and round again
And for the magic of what could be
We stay in a constant now again
Sumfortyan
Keep on the great work guys. This is true music.
StefBarrett1976
Great video, great band, I love you so much guys... Thumbs up for dEUS !
Linda Gillier-Arnouts
Love it so much, one of the best .
hedleylara
what can I say?When I listen to their music they REALLY lead me into a wonderful dream.....
Jean-Pierre
YAAAAAAAAAAAY! Good to have you back! Awesome new album! And this clip? Fantastic! ;-)
...It's all too wrong to make it right... The Cure Forever!!!!
These guys rock and roll!
Nicolas Van Heuven
Je pense que proposer une playlist "Rock belge" sans mentionner "Ghinzu" est une FAUTE !!