1997; Born for Bliss, existing since 1994, awakes with the overwhelming "Flowing with the Flue". The roots of this fact are placed over a decade ago. In those times the dutch Born for Bliss-members Frank Weyzig and Willem van Antwerpen created thrilling sounds together
with the still cultic (Clan of) Xymox.
During the most exiting period of this electronic-wave legend (mid till end of the 80s), Frank and Wim have been involved in this band. From this period result the first two Xymox albums which are still classic highlights.
Since 1995 the third member of Born for Bliss is Remco Helbers. He found his way to Born for Bliss via the Dreamside and Love Like Blood on stage. With his very own style of playing the Chapman Stick, Remco adds a special dimension to the Born for Bliss-sound.
Together, this trio guarantees an ultimate seductive soundoutput which was proved impressively by their prereleased cd-single "Arabia" (for 'Nuclear Blast - Deathwish Office') in 1996.
In the same year this single became an addicting clubhit and made it's way high into the german alternative charts. Those of you who have seen the band that year on their german tour know that Born for Bliss stands for an impressive live-show!
We're back in 1997. Now 'Flowing with the Flue'
marks Born for Bliss long desired longplay-debut.
"With Impressive elegance
the band produced a couple of fascenating pearls. The
prickling melodic changes
between melancholy
and dynamic along with 80s
charme and 90s-scenery
will not only electrify all
wave fans!"
"The sounding potpourri impresses with original songwriting, interesting arrangements and
charismatic vocals.
Already
in the first week
after its release 'Flowing
with the Flue' entered high into the german alternative album-charts!"
In 1999, They finished the final recordings for their latest album "Between Living and Dreaming", mixed at the famous Impulse Tonstudio in Hamburg by J.P. Genkel, known for his work with 'Lacrimosa' and 'Cradle of Filth'.
Influences
Pink Floyd, T-Rex,
Joy Division, New Order,
The Sound, Chameleons,
Gary Numan, UltraVox,
Echo and the Bunnymen, Depeche Mode, David
Bowie, Sisters of Mercy,
Japan, The Cure
I can hear you think..... What's all this fuzz about
Born For Bliss? The band doesn't even exist anymore!
Well, let me explain......
We share this space with you to keep the memory alive
and to give our fans who supported us during the late 90's
a chance to listen to the songs of our never before released
album; "Between Living and Dreaming".
After recording this album in 1999, the band split up due
to all kinds of problems with our management and record-
company. At that time, frustrated as we were, we somehow
never found the energy to do a final effort to release the
album....
Since then, the three of us have been working individually
on different music-projects. However, the past few years
me and Remco started to work together again and this
renewed partnership resulted in the StarGazing Project......
(see the link in our top-8 friends list...)
One night, while we were thinking about how to release
the StarGazing Project, we recalled the painful ending of
Born For Bliss, and our never released final album.
After playing these long forgotten songs (...I had to strip-
search my complete studio before I finally found the original recordings!..), we both were stunned by the freshness and
the dynamic of the songs.
Yes, we immediately agreed..........
This album deserves a second chance!.........
And that's were we are now. The album is edited and
remastered and ready to see life after all!
On this page, four songs of the album are available for
listening. If you are interested in the complete album and
want to find out how to order a copy, then please visit our
official homepage (click on the link below). Here you find
all the new songs and our previous releases together with
interviews, reviews, clips and more interesting info
about the band's history.....
Thanks for visitng our space and showing interest in
Born For Bliss!
Let's keep the memory alive...........
Frank Weyzig
june 2006
Born For Bliss: (left to right)
Willem van Antwerpen: drums - percussion
Remco Helbers: Chapman Stick
Frank Weyzig: vocals - guitars - keyboards
Click on the link below to go to our official website
and find out more about 'Between Living & Dreaming'
Inviting all LA peeps to come check out Lukas Rossi for an all ages show at The Mint on June 6th - not only is it an experience you won't want to miss it's also one you won't forget. Intensity - Passion -and Extrodinary Musical Talent.
LUKAS ROSSI at THE MINT - June 6th 6010 W. Pico Blvd in LOS ANGELES - tickets $12 go to www.lukasrossionline.com
www.aliasempire.com is now live. sign up now for free and get the 6 track remix ep featuring Nina Hynes,Messiah J and the Expert and more. join The Empire. AE
Are you ready to feel the Fire? Our new release is out! The video, the original track and remixes are online... Could you check it out and give your feedback?
The original track, Club Mix and b-side: www.myspace.com/thevirgindolls
The remixes: www.myspace.com/thevirgindollsremixes
Are you ready to feel the Fire? The Virgin Dolls' new release is out! The video, the original track and remixes are online... Could you check it out and give your feedback?
we would like to remind You that PREORDER for a brand new EP from Suicidal Romance "A Kiss to Resist" is already available. Visit www.suicidal-romance.com for more info!
You can now directly purchase many of our songs via our MySpace page for $.79 each, including rare tracks not available anywhere else.
Our only wish is that when you purchased a song, your computer would produce one of our hand-made covers to match. Sadly, no matter how hard we tried, we couldn’t make this happen. But you do get instant gratification for $.79.
Cataclysm. Madness. Psychotropic catatonia as accidental defense against Sigil Conjoinment.
