In January 2008, the band decided to part ways with their record label Metal Heaven for undisclosed reasons. They are currently searching for a new record deal. Songs for a new album have been written which had originally been planned for release in late 2007; as soon a new contract with a record company is signed, work on the planned release will continue.
In the same month, bass player Marko Pukkila parted ways with the band after a disagreement concerning the split with Metal Heaven. His replacement is Ex-Terrowheel bass player and current Alteria vocalist Marco Lupenero. This means that the only original member still active with Altaria is Tony Smedjebacka.
Altaria have toured with the likes of Nightwish and Sonata Arctica.
Current Members:
Marco Lupenero - Vocals, Bass (2006-Present)
Juha Pekka Alanen – Guitar (2005–present)
Petri Aho – Guitar (2004 (live), 2006–present)
Tony Smedjebacka – Drums (2000–present)
Divine
Altaria Lyrics
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Spinning round and around and around in my mind
Change this place inside
While the body sleep
Methods of an ancient ritual
Calling me back
Calling back to the game
Through the hunger and need
Get down, take cover
Sitting, crawling, in the moonlight
Reach out, discover
To demolish
Signs made of fire
In the dead of night when we return
Higher and higher
The flames will fade and die when we are divine
Creatures of a lonely life form
They're always out for flesh, they're out for blood
Extinction makes them walk alone
Through the firestorm
Get down, take cover
Here me howling in the twilight
Reach out, discover
Sign of the times
Signs made of fire
In the dead of night when we return
Higher and higher
The flames will fade and die when we are divine
Of the lion
On the holy grass the bodies burn
Of perfect desire
The flames will fade and die when we are divine
So many questions have been asked
So many lives been told
So many dreams forsaken
In the name of divinity
Signs made of fire
In the dead of night when we return
Higher and higher
The flames will fade and die when we are divine
Of the lion
On the holy grass the bodies burn
Of perfect desire
The flames will fade and die when we are divine
The lyrics of "Divine" by Altaria are open to interpretation, but they seem to be about a person who is experiencing a transformation or spiritual awakening. The symbols of forgotten times are spinning around in their mind, and they are trying to change their internal state while their body sleeps. They are being called back to the game, possibly referring to a spiritual journey or a return to a forgotten way of life. The mutations taking place tonight hint at a physical transformation, possibly due to some sort of ritualistic practice.
The chorus seems to speak of a group of individuals coming together to undergo some sort of transformation together. They are taking cover, crawling, and reaching out, possibly indicating a struggle or a challenge. The signs made of fire and higher flames suggest that they are undergoing a trial of some sort, perhaps to prove their worthiness or to gain some sort of knowledge or power. The repeated use of the word "divine" throughout the song suggests that this transformation is related to divinity or religious belief.
The end of the song speaks of many questions that have been asked and many dreams that have been forsaken in the name of divinity. It suggests that this transformation is something that has been longed for or strived for by many, but only those who are willing to undergo these trials will achieve it.
Line by Line Meaning
Symbols of forgotten times
Memories of the past that have been left behind and are no longer remembered.
Spinning round and around and around in my mind
These memories keep revolving in the mind, making it hard to forget.
Change this place inside
Alter the emotions we feel on the inside because of these memories.
While the body sleeps
These emotions surface and bother us, even when we aren't actively thinking about them.
Methods of an ancient ritual
Ways of following a ritual that has been practiced for a long time, since ancient days.
Calling me back
The urge to follow this ritual is pulling the person back to it.
Calling back to the game
The ritual is like a game, and its call is reminding the person of its rewards.
Mutations taking place tonight
Changes are happening, possibly because of the ritual, and they are occurring at night.
Through the hunger and need
These changes are happening due to a strong desire and a need for something.
Get down, take cover
The need to protect oneself from what is coming.
Sitting, crawling, in the moonlight
The surroundings and actions happening at night, possibly during the ritual.
Reach out, discover
Explore and learn more about what is happening.
To demolish
The end-goal could be to destroy or overcome something.
Signs made of fire
Symbols that are made using fire or flames.
In the dead of night when we return
These symbols are seen or used when the night is at its darkest, possibly during the ritual.
Higher and higher
As the ritual progresses, the intensity of these symbols increases.
The flames will fade and die when we are divine
As the transformation is completed, the flames will no longer be needed and will disappear.
Creatures of a lonely life form
Beings that live alone and have no companionship.
They're always out for flesh, they're out for blood
These creatures are violent, attacking and killing other living beings to satisfy their hunger.
Extinction makes them walk alone
These creatures are rare and close to extinction, so they have no one like them.
Through the firestorm
These creatures have fought through many struggles to survive.
Here me howling in the twilight
A creature is howling, possibly due to the changes happening during the ritual.
Sign of the times
A clear indication of something happening at a particular time.
Of the lion
Similar to the attributes of a lion, a being with strength and courage.
On the holy grass the bodies burn
During the ritual, something is being sacrificed, and the bodies are being burned.
Of perfect desire
The desire for something that is perfect or ideal.
So many questions have been asked
The person has many unanswered questions about what is happening during the ritual.
So many lives been told
Many stories have been passed down about the ritual, and they all differ.
So many dreams forsaken
Because of the ritual, many dreams and aspirations have been left behind or given up on.
In the name of divinity
The actions taking place are being justified as something holy or divine.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JANI ALLAN LIIMATAINEN, MARKO JOHANNES PUKKILA, TONY KARL SMEDJEBACKA
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Bruno Pinto
Still listening this in 2018... amazing band, I don't understand why this only have 150000 views
Congrets from Portugal! 💪
Giordano
This song is underrated, like many other power metal songs.
DarkPegasus87
Youtube needs to add an "Epic" button because "Like" feels like an insult when talking about this song.
Rodrigo .Morales
The album art is beautiful, Gives me peace.
metal9lover9maniac
I just received this cd in the mail! I definitely have to support my favorite bands.
Billy Mays
metal9lover9maniac your profile pic is from the blind guardian album
missheavymetal1
This is a great song !! POWER !!
Julio Lebrero
Grandisima cancion
Onyx Minotaur
Really like the lyrics think the song would go so well with the movie Underworld. Favorite line has to be extinction makes them walk alone, it draws such a powerful picture. Wonderful song. Thanks
blackbounty80
Im just starting to get into this band, there pretty good.