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 .
Tide In Mind Out
Alchemist Lyrics
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Watch the sea, and feel your thoughts,
They pass by.
See the way the sky and sea become one.
Chemicals within mind and the sea.
Makes me wonder if this really is me.
[Chorus]
Tide in, mind out.
Reach in, stare out,
Stare in, reach out.
Tide in, mind out.
All that I see, enhanced chemically.
Watch the sea, and feel your thoughts,
They pass by.
See the way the sky and sea become one.
Chemicals within m mind and the sea.
Makes me wonder if this really is me.
[Chorus]
Plentiful, awe inspiring.
Endless energy, never tiring
The lyrics to "Tide In Mind Out" by Alchemist are a contemplation of the relationship between the natural world and the human mind, and how the two can become intertwined through the use of chemicals. The opening lines, "All that I see, enhanced chemically," suggest that the singer's perception of the world is altered by some kind of substance, perhaps drugs or alcohol. As they watch the sea, they feel their thoughts passing by, suggesting a sense of detachment or dissociation. The line "Chemicals within mind and the sea" implies a connection between the person's altered state of mind and the environment around them.
The chorus, which repeats throughout the song, is a reflection of this state, with the lines "Stare in, reach out, Tide in, mind out" indicating a sense of being lost in thought or disconnected from the physical world. The repetition of these lines reinforces the suggestion that the singer is in a kind of trance, and the use of the word "tide" creates a sense of ebb and flow, reflecting the cyclical nature of the sea and the mind.
The final lines of the song, "Plentiful, awe-inspiring, Endless energy, never tiring," suggest a sense of wonder and perhaps even reverence for the natural world. This contrast with the earlier theme of detachment and altered perception, suggesting a shift in the singer's mood or perspective. Overall, the song is a meditation on the relationship between the mind and the natural world, and how the two can interact in unexpected ways.
Line by Line Meaning
All that I see, enhanced chemically.
My perception of the world is altered by the chemicals in my mind that enhance my senses.
Watch the sea, and feel your thoughts,
As I observe the vastness of the sea, I become introspective and aware of my thoughts.
They pass by.
My thoughts are fleeting and transient.
See the way the sky and sea become one.
The horizon where the sky meets the sea creates a beautiful, unified visual experience.
Chemicals within mind and the sea.
The chemicals within my mind and the composition of the sea share a connection and impact my perception of reality.
Makes me wonder if this really is me.
The altered perception caused by the chemicals within my mind and the sea makes me question my identity and true nature.
Stare in, reach out,
I focus inwardly to become more self-aware, and then reach out to connect with my environment and others.
Tide in, mind out.
The movement of the tide physically represents the constant change and flow of thoughts in my mind.
Reach in, stare out,
I look inwardly to understand myself better, and then look outwardly to connect with the world.
Plentiful, awe inspiring.
The abundance and beauty of the world around me is fascinating and amazing.
Endless energy, never tiring.
The energy and vibrancy of life is boundless and never ceases.
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James MacLellan
Love this band. This album was their pinnacle as far as I'm concerned, just epic.
Matt Scrutton
The first time hear this song I immediately put it on a indefinite repeat loop. I must have listened to for 2 hours straight
Maria Margiannis
Unbelievable that's it so great ...great song
LittleMissJmoo Moo
BEST EVER AUSSIE BAND. Actually my favourite band no doubt about it!!!
Jack Novak
Great music
Cottonmouth Joe
This was my very first exposure to Alchemist. It left quite an imprint on me, considering how great a song it is. I've been won over ever since.
vivek kailash
5 years ago in rainy september morning after waking i heard this song on youtube...till this day i have not found other song which makes my soul to escape body and wander in realms of trans
mysteriousDSF
I think you meant trance. Escaping your body into trans is a different thing
Varnika Chopra
Great \m/
Aleks Godson
In my 20 years of metal i have been bumping into this band many times, never really giving it the deserved attention..