Track By Tracks: Dark Deeds - Death Keeps (2024)

1. Found Underneath a Cold Knife:

"Found Underneath a Cold Knife" delves deep into the narrator's psyche, filled with torment and endless questions. The repeated line "My head is littered with these questions", followed by “Will I ever get past this?” and "Am I here for any reason?" echo the universal struggle with mental health. The song escalates in intensity, culminating in the visceral cry of "Fucking kill me." This crescendo of emotion captures the desperate need for release from the overwhelming pain. The brutal honesty and intensity of this track make it a haunting portrayal of internal conflict.

2. Leech:

"Leech" is a gripping exploration of addiction, comparing it to a parasitic entity that invades and corrupts. The lyrics "Deep it's buried in my skin, A tainted mark of sin" vividly describe the insidious nature of addiction, and how it embeds itself deeply within. The references to Leviathan and the transformation of blood into wine add a mystical and slight religious tone to the narrative. The repeated refrain "I am the leech" highlights the narrator's internal battle, recognizing their role in the destructive cycle.

3. Apostate:

This track features dialogue, challenging the listener to consider the inconsistencies and injustices associated with religious belief.

4. Dogma:

"Dogma" delivers a scathing critique of religious hypocrisy and the pain it causes. The lyrics "You are not who you say you are, You’re a slave to your own conjectures" call out the false righteousness often found in religious leaders. The question "How many children need to die before he answers?" challenges the idea of a just and caring deity, portraying God as a villain and faith as a lost cause. The track's relentless energy and biting lyrics make it a powerful condemnation of organized religion. It tackles the deep-seated issues and contradictions within faith, providing a raw and unfiltered look at the suffering it can cause.

5. Remorse:

"Remorse" dives into the depths of guilt and the struggle for redemption, only to ultimately reject the possibility of making amends. The narrator is haunted by their past actions, with lines like "I can’t fix my mistakes if I don’t know where to start" highlighting their regret and sense of helplessness. The vivid imagery of "Every bridge that I’ve burned leaves a scar of the hate that I’ve instilled" underscores the destructive impact of their actions. As the song progresses, the initial feelings of remorse give way to a sense of chaos and defiance, culminating in the powerful line "Have no remorse, free from burden." This track captures the internal battle between guilt and the eventual acceptance of one's darker impulses.

6. King of Pentacles:

"King of Pentacles" tackles themes of corruption and greed with unrelenting ferocity. Lines like, "Rich pigs grow fat in the slaughterhouse" and "Rip out their spines" convey a brutal critique of those who exploit others for their gain. The song's call for accountability and its declaration that "You ain’t king of shit" serves as a powerful rejection of corrupt authority. The track channels raw anger and defiance into a blistering critique of systemic oppression, making it an anthem of resistance.

7. Death Keeps:

"Death Keeps" offers a bleak reflection on life and the longing for escape through death. The repetitive refrain "Nothing is perfect, nothing is pure" underscores the narrator's profound disillusionment with life. The stark lines "My skin is a prison, my mind is a grave" and "What is the point of this wasted breath" reflect the depth of their despair. The song's relentless darkness and the search for release through death make it a haunting conclusion to the album. It is meant to be a somber finality, encapsulating the pervasive sense of hopelessness and yearning for an end to suffering.