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
Instant Street
dEUS Lyrics
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But I've been meaning to crack all week.
Yes I've been involved, it never resolved into anything shocking.
Pains playing yo-yo in my body as we speak.
And now I found something to look for, but I can't decide,
'Cause I might find that to stroll behind is better than to score.
Just like I did before.
It wouldn't be true, not towards you, to say that I'm staying.
When on every single impulse, on every other move I react.
'Cause in any old creek, with changing technique, you'll see me playing.
After any old motherfucking blow I'll be back.
We turned away from instant stuff
Our cracking codes were breaking up
Our words were sucked out it made them clean.
And after lowness say it
And after more let it be known
Our codes are grown into something mean.
You're probably right, as for tonight, you're making me nervous.
What is it you want me to be thinking of?
I'll put on a movie, I'll play something groovy as a matter of service
And I'll chuckle when you smile as a matter of love.
'Cause you know it's not my style to be giving up now.
And this pain in my side, I had enough.
This time I go for Instant Street
This life's a soulless excuse for all abuse and parenthesis.
The flyspecked windows and the stinking lobbies
They'll remain all the same, all the same.
This time I go.
This time I go.
The lyrics of "Instant Street" by dEUS are cryptic and open to interpretation, but they appear to be about a protagonist who is struggling with some inner turmoil. The first stanza describes his physical and emotional pain, which seems to be a recurring problem that "never resolved into anything shocking." He then expresses his uncertainty about what he wants to find in life, and whether it's better to have a goal to strive towards or simply wander aimlessly. Despite his indecision, he seems determined not to give up and to keep playing the game of life, even if it hurts.
The second stanza shifts focus to a different character, who is making the singer nervous but also providing him with comfort and love. The singer acknowledges his internal strife and pain, but decides to embrace life anyway and "go for Instant Street." The lyrics overall suggest a search for meaning and purpose, as well as a struggle to balance the desire for a clear direction with the hedonistic pleasures of the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
You're probably right, seen from your side, that I've been lucky
It's possible that from your perspective, you think I've had a fortunate life.
But I've been meaning to crack all week.
Although I might seem lucky, I've been struggling with something for the past week.
Yes I've been involved, it never resolved into anything shocking.
I've been working on something, but it hasn't turned out to be anything drastic.
Pains playing yo-yo in my body as we speak.
I'm currently experiencing physical discomfort or pain.
And now I found something to look for, but I can't decide, 'Cause I might find that to stroll behind is better than to score. Just like I did before.
I have found something that has piqued my interest, but I'm hesitant to commit fully because sometimes it's better to take a more passive approach and see how things play out, as I have done in the past.
It wouldn't be true, not towards you, to say that I'm staying.
I can't lie to you and claim that I plan to remain in this situation.
When on every single impulse, on every other move I react.
I am highly reactive, responding immediately and instinctively to every impulse or action.
'Cause in any old creek, with changing technique, you'll see me playing.
I am adaptable and capable of playing whatever hand I'm dealt or responding to any challenge presented.
After any old motherfucking blow I'll be back.
I am resilient and can always bounce back even after being dealt a harsh setback.
We turned away from instant stuff
We have decided to distance ourselves from things that provide instant gratification.
Our cracking codes were breaking up
The things that used to work for us are no longer effective or are falling apart.
Our words were sucked out it made them clean.
We have had to refine and perfect our communication, stripping away anything that was unnecessary or unclear.
And after lowness say it, And after more let it be known, Our codes are grown into something mean.
Despite our struggles, we have continued to push forward and now our communication and strategies are more refined and effective than ever before.
You're probably right, as for tonight, you're making me nervous.
You may be correct in thinking that I'm feeling uneasy or anxious about something that is happening tonight.
What is it you want me to be thinking of?
I am unsure what you expect me to think about or focus on.
I'll put on a movie, I'll play something groovy as a matter of service
I will try to make the situation more comfortable by providing entertainment or something enjoyable.
And I'll chuckle when you smile as a matter of love.
Seeing you happy brings me joy and I will respond with a smile of my own.
'Cause you know it's not my style to be giving up now.
It's not in my character to give up, even when things seem difficult or uncertain.
And this pain in my side, I had enough.
I'm tired of the physical pain or discomfort I'm experiencing.
This time I go for Instant Street
I am ready to pursue something that provides instant gratification or pleasure.
This life's a soulless excuse for all abuse and parenthesis.
Life can feel empty or meaningless, leading to self-destructive behavior to fill the void.
The flyspecked windows and the stinking lobbies, They'll remain all the same, all the same.
The unappealing aspects of life, such as dirty or unpleasant surroundings, will still be present regardless of what one pursues for pleasure.
This time I go.
I am committed to this decision to pursue something that provides instant gratification or pleasure.
This time I go.
I am committed to this decision to pursue something that provides instant gratification or pleasure.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CRAIG WARD, DANNY MOMMENS, JULIEN DE BORGHER, KLAAS JANSSENS, THOMAS ANDREW BARMAN
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@indiestang66
Best outro with :
-Deerhunter - Desire Lines
-Women - Eyesore
-Pixies - No.13 Baby
-Built To Spill - Velvet Waltz + On The Way
-Foals - Black Gold
-Interpol - PDA
-Pavement - Fight This Generation
-Grandaddy - He's Simple He's Dumb He's The Pilot
-Pond - Midnight Mass
-Minus Story - In Our Hands
-Jaga Jazzist - Swedenborg Rom
-Sigur Ros - Ara Batur
@dickiefears5832
Beautiful song with controlled, melodic mayhem in the outro. Perfection!
@mastersaumik
Funny how the best songs stick with you after you grow older. I don't own a copy of The Ideal Crash but a good friend borrowed me this cd back when it came out. We were teenagers back then. The melody and lyrics still come back now 20 years or so after. Thanks for posting
@sugar33spice
Wow this really takes me back to one of the best years of my life! 1999! As an exchange student in Belgium. The sweet memories ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
@blues_fabulous_vibration
Great beautiful song 💥 sweet menories best Years 💚💛❤️
@riccardogiulietti6893
Masterpiece song inside a masterpiece album.... Will always love you, thanks deus🙏
@trfilmw3781
Une des meilleurs chansons de tous les temps !
@rlagathu
Chef d'oeuvre outre Quiévrain des 90'S 🥰
@danielleonardosantos7089
Was with me in a hard time. I love you forever, majestic tune.
@abbyotter3584
Discovering this song today. It is really, really AWESOME ♥
@cardsharpHS
Such sweet, sweet nostalgia...