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nolongerhuman is the sole project of Clint Robertson.
Starting in 2000, with a project called Varix, which focused on heavy electronics and Noise infused beats, Clint was quickly noticed and included in several compilations.
2004, furthering the nolongerhuman concept, several demo only recordings were released, and the development of what would become nolongerhuman’s signature sound began emerging.
2006 saw the first compilation release, a track titled Transcend Humanity on BLC Records Interbreeding IX: Kuru. It generated a great amount of interest, even without vocals, and again, showed a remarkable growth from earlier work, in addition to catching the interest of several promoters and DJ’s all along the West Coast.
2007, nolongerhuman continued to work on new music, seeing the release of 13 tracks, all creating a growing fan base both locally, nationally, and internationally. The first live shows began to be discussed. In May, the first nolongerhuman show, with two other local bands in Portland took place, to a stunned audience. Immediately after getting off stage he was approached for 4 more shows. Each subsequent show, opening for bands like Haujobb, and Gothminister, and God Module, earned more fans, and more supporters of the music. The demand for a longer live set quickly developed, which led to the first nolongerhuman headline show.
2009 saw the release of the debut album “Antipathy” on COP International Records. Released to nearly universal positive reviews “Antipathy” became a must have. Genre bending harsh electronics with a sense of emotion rarely seen in. Focused, determined, with a message to carry. Touring for “Antipathy” began in late 2009 and continued through 2010, supporting acts like both Nachtmahr and Funker Vogt.
2012, nolongerhuman releases “Depersonalization” on COP international. Focusing on the inhumanity in everyday life. The music is a direct response to everyday atrocity, the lyrics are both political, personal, and sociological. Heavy, distorted beats, screamed vocals, and incredibly aggressive keyboards come together with the use of found samples and movie samples as well as real emotion, nolongerhuman is as much a diary as it is an experience. All combining to form one of the most punishing, thought provoking acts available.
2014 now brings the third album, “Withdrawal.” A great mixture of hard hitting beats, catchy keyboard riffs and a haunting sense of ambience drenched with foreboding swirls of doom. Heavy use of vocal samples put “Withdrawal’ in a historical context, harking back to early 90s industrial. A deeply personal album, a journey to find oneself, yet it never shies away to take a stand, to be honest, to be truthful.
“I only plan on moving forward from here, or I will die trying.”
Autonomy
nolongerhuman Lyrics
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Sins of my father
I am
My Infection
I am
My own fate
I choose
imperfection
I am
Just another
Of gods
Lonely children
I am
Indifferent to you
I live
Without your approval
You will never
change me
No matter what your offer
This is still who I am
I would lose
anything
To prove that to you
I would give it all away
The lyrics of nolongerhuman's song Autonomy talks about one's acceptance and embracing of their imperfection, despite the shame and guilt that come with it. The opening line "I am sins of my father" could refer to the biblical concept of original sin, wherein one bears the guilt and sin of their ancestors. This line may also convey the idea that one's flaws and mistakes are inherited from their parents and passed on to future generations. The second line "I am my own infection" suggests that one recognizes the destructive and harmful behaviors they have and admits that they are the cause of their downfall.
The lines "I am just another of god's lonely children" and "I am indifferent to you, I live without your approval" point out that the singer does not conform to societal standards, and even if they are part of a "group," they still feel separated and different from others. This feeling of detachment is emphasized by the line "I live without your approval," suggesting that the singer doesn't need external validation to thrive. The chorus emphasizes the theme of acceptance of oneself, asserting that no one can change them, no matter the offer.
Overall, nolongerhuman's Autonomy delivers a powerful message of self-acceptance, encouraging listeners to embrace their flaws, imperfections, and mistakes. The song talks about one's autonomy, which can only be achieved by acknowledging one's inadequacies and learning to love oneself, despite them.
Line by Line Meaning
I am
The singer is introducing themselves.
Sins of my father
The singer acknowledges their father's mistakes and how it has impacted them.
My Infection
The singer views themselves as flawed and potentially harmful to others.
I am My own fate
The artist believes they are solely responsible for their destiny.
I choose imperfection
The artist acknowledges their faults and embraces it as a part of themselves.
Just another
The singer recognizes their own insignificance in the grand scheme of things.
Of gods Lonely children
The singer views society as abandoned and neglected by higher powers.
Indifferent to you
The artist does not need validation or approval from others.
I live without your approval
The artist continues to exist and thrive without needing the praise of others.
You will never change me
The artist is unmovable and will remain true to themselves regardless of external influence.
No matter what your offer
The singer does not desire or value anything external forces might provide them.
This is still who I am
The artist reaffirms their identity.
I would lose anything
The singer acknowledges their loyalty to themselves and their identity, even if it means making sacrifices.
To prove that to you
The singer wants others to understand and accept them for who they are, even if it means sacrificing everything.
I would give it all away
The singer is willing to give up everything in order to prove their authenticity and loyalty to themselves.
Contributed by Alyssa F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Torsten Kinzel
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