„What urges us on is living out our creativity, the desire of taking part in a creative process and, obviously, our love for music“, says frontman Marcel Römer. And his band lives up to this: This is not the place for hasty decisions, this is not the group aiming for fame at whatever cost. Aeverium have been lurking in the shadows for quite some time now. Now, they leave their lair as the hardened, self-confident and teeth-barring Metal beast they are. „We know how this industry works and how difficult it is to stick out“, comments Marcel.
Nonetheless, vocalist Aeva and her boys have already proven they are very well capable of doing so, with their release of the „The Harvest“ EP last year. Their approach to Modern Goth Metal is far from the ordinary „beauty and the beast“ rip-offs and happens to be a strong, mystic, aggressive and exquisitely produced mixture of Gothic epicness, smothering power and a modern edge reminiscent of Evanescence, KoRn or HIM. Rock, Metal and the dark side of Alternative, united under a catching atmosphere, notably silencing those who think in stereotypes Marcel: „The music is created just the way we feel like at the moment: no faking, no compromises, 100 percent human, 100 percent musician, 100 percent Aeverium.“
This pays off already: Scene mags like Orkus! Already discovered the troupe that effortlessly reached the finals of the M'Era Luna newcomer contest. Still, this is just the beginning for Aeverium. The goal: Gigs, gigs, gigs – and a debut longplayer. „We want to rock the stages of this world, leaving them drenched in sweat and with smiling faces on both sides“, Marcel nods. No matter if it's the biggest festival stage or a small club venue. As long as they can play live, Aeverium are happy. „We want to get heard by the people. We most definitely are a live band like there is no other and being on stage is like to live like a bee in clover“, Marcel grins. Judging by the sheer mass of optimistic ambition, it will not be long until Aeverium have become a household name on the schedules of festivals and tours. However, they will take the time necessary to reach this. This has already took them far and will undoubtedly carry them much further still.
In October 2014 they signed a record deal with „Out Of Line” (Blutengel, Staubkind, The BirthdayMassacre, Heimataerde a.s.o.)
Departed
Aeverium Lyrics
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Your breathing is releaving, dispelling my fears
You bear the stamp of death
You are so close
But far away, far away
Through the years we drifted far apart
We talked so much
But did we really listen
Just for once, just for once
I'm missing you
Would you still die for me if I would ask you to
Are you still there for me, now my time has come
Will you put on a light and say a prayer for me
We've become departed
The day has come, your last fight has begun
I'd follow you, wherever, wherever you go
I'll stay with you
Death brings us together
Once again, just once more
Separated through some bitter words
We should not part in anger, there's no return
I hope that everything will be alright
Will be alright, just for once
Cry for me
We're drifting into uncertainty
I don't know where, where you're going to
Will you hear me when I pray for you
Will you see me when I cry for you
We're drifting into uncertainty
I don't know where, where you're going to
But there's one thing that I know for sure
I will ever, forever miss you.
The song "Departed" by Aeverium is an emotionally charged song that explores the themes of separation, loss, and hope. The first verse sets the scene with the singer watching someone they care for, possibly a partner or a close friend, fall asleep. This peaceful image is disrupted by the realization that this person is marked by death. The chorus speaks to the distance and disconnect the singer feels from their loved one, despite being physically close. The second verse delves into the regrets that come with separation, as the singer recognizes that they didn't truly listen to their loved one when they were together. The questioning in the bridge reflects the fears and uncertainty that come with loss, wondering if their loved one would still be there for them if they were to ask. The final verse touches on the bitterness and regret that can come with a falling out, emphasizing the importance of saying goodbye with kindness and hoping that everything will be alright.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm watching you here while you fall asleep
I am watching you as you drift into sleep
Your breathing is relieving, dispelling my fears
The sound of your breathing is easing my worries
You bear the stamp of death
The signs of death are present in you
You are so close
You are near to me
But far away, far away
But you are distant in some sense
Through the years we drifted far apart
Over time we grew distant from each other
Took every day for granted but life has an end
We took our time together for granted, but life always comes to an end
We talked so much
We communicated often
But did we really listen
But did we truly pay attention to each other?
Just for once, just for once
If only for one occasion
I'm missing you
I feel your absence
Would you still die for me if I would ask you to
If I were to request it, would you still sacrifice yourself for me?
Are you still there for me, now my time has come
Do you still support me in my time of need?
Will you put on a light and say a prayer for me
Will you light a candle and pray for me?
We've become departed
We have become separated
The day has come, your last fight has begun
The day has arrived, and your final battle has commenced
I'd follow you, wherever, wherever you go
I would go with you, no matter where you go
I'll stay with you
I will remain by your side
Death brings us together
Death unites us
Once again, just once more
One more time
Separated through some bitter words
Driven apart by harsh words
We should not part in anger, there's no return
We should not separate in anger, as there is no going back
I hope that everything will be alright
I hope that everything will turn out well
Will be alright, just for once
Things will be okay, if only for one time
Cry for me
Let yourself weep on my behalf
We're drifting into uncertainty
We are moving towards an unknown future
I don't know where, where you're going to
I don't know where you are headed
Will you hear me when I pray for you
Will you listen to me when I pray for you?
Will you see me when I cry for you
Will you be able to perceive my tears for you?
But there's one thing that I know for sure
However, there is one truth that I am certain of
I will ever, forever miss you.
I will always, forever yearn for you.
Writer(s): Michael Karius
Contributed by Adeline S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.