The first chapter Allen-Lande's collaboration, “The Battle” was unleashed on September 19th 2005 with unanimous acclaim from fans and critics alike.
The second chapter aptly titled “The Revenge” was unleashed on May 11th 2007, with cover art specifically designed for this project by Rodney Matthews (DIAMOND HEAD, MAGNUM, ASIA etc.), once again songs were written by guitar sensation Magnus Karlsson (STARBREAKER, Last Tribe).
Heavier and with a tighter production, thanks to the involvement of Dennis Ward (PINK CREAM 69, ANGRA, PLACE VENDOME) at the mix, this album will excite the many fans who loved the first chapter and everyone who declares themselves fan of quality Hard Rock or Metal.
Many websites and magazines named it “Record of the Year”. It’s success made it one of the most popular releases ever in Melodic Heavy Metal, thanks to beautiful, sweeping piano and keyboards, heavy guitar riffs, virtuoso guitar solos, hooky choruses and the vocal talents of two of the finest Heavy Metal vocalists around.
Russell Allen is the singer of the American Progressive Metal band Symphony X, who have released seven studio albums and one live record so far. More than once Symphony X received accolades such as “Best Progressive Power Metal Band Worldwide” or awards for the “Best Progressive Metal Album of the Year”. Russell is most well-known for his very melodic, loud singing style and drawn out vocal lines, as well as his large vocal range. Allen has worked with Arjen Anthony Lucassen on various occasions: originally he sang the song "Dawn of a Million Souls" on Ayreon's 2000 album Universal Migrator Part 2: Flight of the Migrator (which also featured a guitar solo by Michael Romeo), and in 2002 he became one of the lead vocalists for Lucassen's project Star One.
Highly rated ex-Masterplan vocalist Jorn Lande has a vocal capability that is world class, distinctive, rich and spanning a large range. He is in high demand and has appeared as guest or sung for such bands as MILLENIUM, ARK, THE SNAKES and many others. He is also a well-known solo artist with six studio albums released, since the debut “Starfire” in 1999.
They are tagged for many names in Last.fm, and this artists biography is copied from Russell Allen & Jorn Lande's biography. But many believe that Allen-Lande is their correct name, because it says it in their albums. Plus Allen-Lande has the most listeners in Last.fm.
Thanks for the ones who have written this information about Russell Allen & Jorn Lande.
Another Battle
Allen-Lande Lyrics
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Searched for peace without result
Waited for changes that never came
Just another war and I got the blame
I don't wanna live in your cold world
I don't wanna hear your evil words
Find another one who plays your game
I won't fight another battle
I won't take this anymore
I won't give you any reasons
To not walk out thru that door
No moments left of calm silence here
My hope is long gone don't you come near
No more strength to argue again
To your disappointment I won't show any fear
I don't wanna live in your cold world...
I won't fight another battle...
The song "Another Battle" by Allen-Lande is a powerful anthem about a person who has been living in a constant state of turmoil. The opening line, "Lived in a nightmare never woke up," refers to the feeling of being trapped in a bad situation with no way out. The lyrics describe a person who has been searching for peace and change but has been consistently disappointed. "Waited for changes that never came" suggests a feeling of hopelessness. The second verse implies that the person has been dealing with someone who is toxic or manipulative, as they do not want to live in their "cold world" or hear their "evil words." The chorus represents the person's decision to no longer engage in the situation or fight the other person's battles, stating "I won't take this anymore" and "I won't give you any reasons to not walk out thru that door."
Overall, the song conveys a sense of empowerment and taking control of one's life. The singer has reached a breaking point, deciding that they will not continue to live in a state of misery and will not participate in any more struggles. They are taking a stand and choosing to move on from the negativity in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Lived in a nightmare never woke up
I have been living in a very unpleasant situation and it seems like there's no way out.
Searched for peace without result
I have been trying to find peace in my life, but it has been very difficult.
Waited for changes that never came
I have been expecting things to get better, but nothing has improved in my situation.
Just another war and I got the blame
My situation is like being involved in a war, yet I am being accused of being responsible for it.
I don't wanna live in your cold world
I don't want to be a part of the cold, negative environment you have created.
I don't wanna hear your evil words
I don't want to hear your hurtful and malicious words anymore.
Find another one who plays your game
Just find someone else who will put up with your manipulative behavior.
I'm sure everything will be the same
I'm sure that even if you find someone else, the situation will not change.
I won't fight another battle
I am not going to engage in any more conflicts or struggles.
I won't take this anymore
I have reached my limit, and I am not going to tolerate this situation any longer.
I won't give you any reasons
I am not going to provide any justification or explanation for my decision to leave.
To not walk out thru that door
I am determined to leave, and there is nothing that will make me stay.
No moments left of calm silence here
There is no peace or quiet in this situation, and it is always chaotic and tense.
My hope is long gone don't you come near
I have lost all hope, so I don't want anyone to approach me and provide false assurances anymore.
No more strength to argue again
I am done having arguments or debates with you because it is pointless and draining.
To your disappointment I won't show any fear
I know you want me to be afraid, but I refuse to show any sign of fear towards you.
Contributed by Jason O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dr Jag
The entire album is a masterpiece! Two awesome singers !!!!!
Antonio Carlos
espetaculo ...muito bom !!!! uma aula de Rock and Roll e de bom gosto ..grandes vozes do Rock !!!!
Mickael. D
this is probably the Magnus' best collaboration. Petition for a New Allen Lande album with magnus in charge PLEASE !!!!!!
Rangdondor Blah
We need a new album from Allen Lande. Also from Place Vendome. 😭😭😀😀
James Cadena
I have been dying for new Place Vendome. Those albums are amazing!!!
Robson B
@jonrocker1983 Agreed. I love the first two albums of Allen/Lande and Place Vendome. haha
Daniel P
Precisamos mesmo!!!!
Keeper7Keys
Now Kiske is with Helloween so We will have to wait a lot for a New Place Vendome album
Marcelo Bassalo
Their first albums were such classics. The Battle and Place Vendome (2005) aged like fine wine.
Behemoth
Allen Lande was my first metal band that I exposed myself to as a teenager and is what made me fall in love with metal music. Still remember the first time I heard this song! Just perfection!