With ALTURA, Prog Metal was given a new face: although their style is very similar to DREAM THEATER, it is less heavy and more melodic - something like a lighter, more mellow version of FATES WARNING but heavier than ENCHANT. There is power to this music, which features lots of technical prowess and heavy outbursts (the vocalist will undoubtedly remind you of James LaBrie of DT). Their only CD, which has a very polished sound for a debut album, alternates between intricate, technical passages and melodic choruses, with heavy riffs and softer, sometimes a bit jazzy or spacey interludes. You'll hear lots of chops but also feeling and intelligence through out.
Fans of DREAM THEATER (circa "Images & Words") as well as SHADOW GALLERY and QUEENSRYCHE buffs will definitely enjoy this music, but so will those of you who normally shy away from typical, heavier Prog Metal stuff.
Influences John Bonham, Steve Vai, Neil Peart, Jeff Berlin, Yngwie Malmsteen, Keith Moon, John Myung, Sir Millard Mulch, Virgil Donati and other sick players!
Band Members:
Franklin Ervin-guitar,
Chad Gibson-drums,
Rain Irving-vocals,
Jeremy Osbourne-bass guitar,
Jason Lingle-keyboards, vocals.
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One By One
Altura Lyrics
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I can't see but to close the door
Open the new one
And walk towards the edge
Freedom in this one
So few'll understand
Once moved us all
A view we all fashion
And follow the same
Lonely's never far away
I remember its face
I vowed to restrain the gray
As I saw past their empty stare
One by one
We'll follow and fade away
One by one
Burned by regret
Waiting for the voices of reason
And I don't feel the need anymore
All I believed in was empty in promise
The shame found in these eyes
I've learned to wear
Lying awake and drowning in fear
It's part of the role
That I've learned to live
One by one
We'll follow and fade away
One by one
Burned by regret
Altura's song "One By One" is an introspective and thoughtful meditation on the nature of personal growth and self-discovery. The lyrics are a reflection on the process of separating oneself from the past, moving towards new opportunities, and coping with the feeling of loneliness that often comes with letting go of old comforts. The first verse highlights the sense of longing for guidance and clarity in difficult times, which is contrasted with the realization that the answers one seeks may lie within. The second verse reflects on the past, reminiscing on the passion and drive that once infused life but recognizing that those emotions can no longer define current living. The emphasis on individuality builds throughout the song, culminating with the refrain, "One by one we'll follow and fade away / Burned by regret." This reminds the listener that while life may be lived in stages and experiences shared by many, one's response and adaptation to events are deeply personal.
The overall tone of the song conveys a sense of melancholy and introspection, but the reference to "freedom" and the possibility for "new" and "different" suggest that there is room for growth and possibility in life. The imagery and metaphorical language used throughout the song contribute to the somber mood and poignancy of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting for the voices of reason
Anticipating for someone or something to come and provide a valid explanation for a particular set of circumstances.
I can't see but to close the door
It's impossible to comprehend what's happening in this moment without shutting out external distractions.
Open the new one
It's time to let go of the past and embrace a brand new chapter in life.
And walk towards the edge
It's necessary to venture into uncharted territories and take a risk to make progress.
Freedom in this one
There's a feeling of liberation and the opportunity to live a fulfilling life in this unknown path.
So few'll understand
Not many people will comprehend the why and how of this journey.
Ashes of passion
The remnants of once intense feelings.
Once moved us all
Those same feelings that could sway the masses.
A view we all fashion
A point of view that's deliberately crafted and approved by everyone.
And follow the same
Not many can step out of their comfort zone to proclaim what truly resonates with them.
Lonely's never far away
Solitude will always have a constant presence in one's existence.
I remember its face
A vivid recollection of what it feels like to be alone.
I vowed to restrain the gray
One made a commitment to suppress the feeling of numbness.
As I saw past their empty stare
The realization that the people around never truly understood what I was going through.
One by one
Individual by individual.
We'll follow and fade away
People will come and go, a reminder of the impermanence of things.
Burned by regret
The painful aftermath of looking back and lamenting over choices made.
And I don't feel the need anymore
There comes a point where the longing for validation dissipates.
All I believed in was empty in promise
The things that were once held in high regard turned out to be nothing but empty promises.
The shame found in these eyes
The guilt that accompanies a sense of failure.
I've learned to wear
It's something that I'm now accustomed to.
Lying awake and drowning in fear
A state of consciousness where one is paralyzed by fear.
It's part of the role
Fear is part and parcel of the journey in life.
That I've learned to live
It's something that one becomes accustomed to and has to live with.
Writer(s): Wayne Shorter
Contributed by Samantha H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.