1) A progressiv… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists with the name 'Alchemist':
1) A progressive death metal band from Canberra, Australia
2) Russian breakbeat musician
3) Black Metal band from Portugal.
4) Thrash Metal band from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
5) Incorrect tag for rapper and producer The Alchemist
1)Alchemist is a progressive death metal band from Canberra, Australia. The band was formed in 1987 by Adam Agius (lead vocals/guitar), eventually teaming up with the present line up of Roy Torkington (guitar), Rodney Holder (drums/percussion) and John Bray (bass) which has been together since 1992. Since 2003, Alchemist has also featured a fifth member in Nick Wall, who provides samples for live shows.
The band announced in June 2005 that they were releasing a compilation album entitled Embryonics; this was released in late October. It covers material released between 1993 to 1998, including material from the first three albums, the 1998 EP release and demo material. Bonus tracks include two songs recorded live on the radio in 1996. The band is also working on a DVD, which will be released in 2006.
The band is also responsible for organizing Australia's largest heavy metal music festival Metal For The Brain held every year in Canberra . They are the only band to have played at every one held since its inception in 1991. 2006 marked the final Metal For The Brain event.
2) Alchemist is also Nikolai Krinitski a Russian born musician. Has dedicated himself to music for the last seventeen years. His main education involved cello and later piano at the Moscow Conservatoire. Also in RCM (Royal College of Music) composition and orchestration and arrangement. In early 2003 Nikolai became interested in synthesis and music production. Three years and 160 tracks later he has found his 'home straight', concentrating mostly on IDM and Breakbeat.
Being of a 'classical' background Nikolai puts big emphasis on the melodic line and structure of the piece. Rhythm is a big feature in every track, being erratic, broken and with the use of unconventional drum-programming and sound quality. That creates very special auras all the way throughout the piece.
Nikolai has 3 projects; one under his own moniker Nikolai Krinitski, secondly, as Aphrodite and lastly as Alchemist (his latest incarnation). Nikolai has been signed to WLM since 2006
3) Formed in 2008. Released "Flesh to be Broken" EP in 2012.
4) Alchemist is less commonly known as a Thrash Metal band from the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
5) Alchemist is an incorrect tag for rapper and producer The Alchemist .
Single Sided
Alchemist Lyrics
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Say what you will,
others have different points of view.
I'm hearing all that you say.
You forgot no one's the same.
This cannot be, you rant and rave.
Open your mind, yourself you'll save.
There comes a time in everyone's life.
In the end it's all the same.
You believe you have certain rights.
It's just a factor of human plight,
You're just one side of the game.
Don't pretend to hear what I say,
And it's not the truth you relay,
But my mind you'll never change.
Different thoughts go on in our heads.
There is truth in all that is said,
We should be careful where we tread.
Seek to find the causes that evade you.
Try to like the people that resent you,
Clear your mind of fog,
So you can see through,
Don't forget that no one is the same.
Seek to find the causes that evade you.
Try to like the people that resent you,
Clear your mind of fog,
So you can see through,
Don't forget that no one is the same.
A coin that's single sided,
Must have the odds unbalanced.
I call for heads,
You call for tails.
Nothing is won, nothing prevails.
A coin that's single sided,
Must have the odds unbalanced.
There are two sides to balance your mind,
Look deep inside it's there that you'll find it,
Spend all your life tying to hide it,
Don't criticize until you have tried it,
You're single sided.
The Alchemist’s song “Single Sided” is about the dangers of being close-minded and only accepting one side without considering other perspectives. The lyrics establish that while the person speaking may acknowledge that what they're hearing is true, it's important to recognize that other people see things differently. This leads to the message that being open-minded is the key to being enlightened and that questioning established dogmatic beliefs is something that everyone should do in their lives.
The chorus refers to a single-sided coin and how it's impossible to win because the odds are unbalanced. It's a metaphor for how approaching life with a one-track mind is self-defeating because perspectives are multifaceted. The song calls for listeners to seek out causes that are difficult to understand and to try to empathize with those who resent them. It’s essential to clear away any preconceived notions that might skew your perception and to avoid criticizing others without first trying to understand their point of view.
Line by Line Meaning
Forced to hear your words, though they might be true.
I am compelled to listen to your words even if they are accurate.
Say what you will, others have different points of view.
Express your opinion, but others may have a different perspective.
I'm hearing all that you say.
I am listening to everything you are saying.
You forgot no one's the same.
Do not forget that everyone is unique and different.
This cannot be, you rant and rave.
You are expressing your frustration and anger.
Open your mind, yourself you'll save.
Free yourself by expanding your thoughts and beliefs.
There comes a time in everyone's life.
At some point, we all question our experiences and beliefs.
Where we choose to question our times.
We have the option to question our past, present, and future events.
In the end it's all the same.
Regardless of the outcome, it will have the same effect.
You believe you have certain rights.
You have a personal belief that you possess specific entitlements.
It's just a factor of human plight.
It is a common element of human suffering or struggles.
You're just one side of the game.
You only represent a single point of view.
Don't pretend to hear what I say.
Do not act like you comprehend my words.
And it's not the truth you relay.
Your statements are not truthful.
But my mind you'll never change.
You cannot alter my thoughts or beliefs.
Different thoughts go on in our heads.
We all have distinct ideas in our minds.
There is truth in all that is said.
Every statement has some degree of accuracy to it.
We should be careful where we tread.
We must be cautious about what we say or do.
Seek to find the causes that evade you.
Search for the reasons that you cannot understand.
Try to like the people that resent you.
Attempt to have positive feelings towards those who dislike you.
Clear your mind of fog, so you can see through.
Remove any confusion from your thoughts to have clarity.
Don't forget that no one is the same.
Always remember that everyone has different qualities.
A coin that's single sided, must have the odds unbalanced.
A coin with only one side will always have an uneven chance of landing.
I call for heads, you call for tails.
We are both expecting opposite results.
Nothing is won, nothing prevails.
No one comes out as a winner or a loser.
There are two sides to balance your mind.
There exist two opposing perspectives that can even out your thoughts.
Look deep inside it's there that you'll find it.
Explore inside yourself to discover the solution.
Spend all your life trying to hide it.
Continuously attempt to conceal your thoughts or beliefs.
Don't criticize until you have tried it.
Do not pass judgment until you have experienced it yourself.
You're single-sided.
You only possess one point of view.
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@pullupterraine199
Super good band, great sound, exciting composing style.
@viktorious11able
Credit to the alchemist of Venice beach for having me accidentally stumble upon this gold
@RaffaellaQ
Freakin' amazing song
@promitheasklaras8498
Epic
@redblueyellowlol
You ought to change your avatar, commie.
@promitheasklaras8498
Angus Pritchard i am not a commie but u are definately a nazi. U have to change your brain
@djn48
@Swiatek702 You could be right, but I think the song is about being one dimensional (i.e. a plastic person) rather than being one-sided. People who have one-sided beliefs very rarely try to hide those beliefs.
Regardless of the interpretation of the song, only one of the above commenters is a fuckwit, and I'll give you a clue who it is... Most of the people who fought the Nazis were capitalists...
@metalhos
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