Plastic Diamonds - Single

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‘Plastic Diamonds’ is a song about the perils and pitfalls of fame. After all a gilded cage is still a cage. The pop melodic sensibilities of the vocals add contrast to the darker themes of the lyrics and the music features heavy guitar riffing layered over dark wave synths and pounding drums that is Zeitgeist Zero’s signature sound. Lead singer Teresa was inspired to write the lyrics after reading an article about reality TV stars. It described the devastating impact that fame had upon them and especially during their subsequent struggle to return to normal life when the show ends and the media interest has evaporated. In many cases this has led to severe depression and in some cases even suicide.

“Wind is whistling through your veins, rattling around your coop again. the
birds outside tap on the glass, reminding you that nothing lasts”

“Are you ready to be the feast? Are you ready to feed the beast?”

lyrics

Lyrics:

Wind is whistling through your veins
Rattling around your coop again
The birds outside tap on the glass
Reminding you that nothing lasts

Look at me, look at me,
That’s what you want to tell the world
Look at me, look at me, look at me
Your fame is so absurd

Are you ready? Are you ready? Are you ready to be the feast?
Are you ready? Are you ready? Are you ready to feed the beast?

Footsteps run up from behind
They want to know what’s inside your mind
All that glitters is not gold
When everything precious has been bought and sold

And when you sell your soul
What’s left is hard and cold
Pretend that you are strong
Act like nothing’s wrong
Remember don’t forget your past
This was never meant to last
What happens when they look away?
Plastic diamonds get thrown away

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released October 5, 2023
Lyrics: Teresa Dead
Music: Corin Zero, Bex Noire

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ZEITGEIST ZERO Leeds, UK

Catchy-darkwave transmissions from the other side.

Zeitgeist Zero is a beacon of sonic allure, carving a niche unmistakably theirs in a world where innovation meets tradition. Through their evocative music, their dynamic live performances, and forays into the realm of film, the band continues to push boundaries and shape the contours of the darkwave gothic landscape. ... more

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