1. From Russia, Moscow (Progre… Read Full Bio ↴There are three bands with such name:
1. From Russia, Moscow (Progressive Metal/Grunge)
2. From Sweden (Doom / Death Metal)
3. From Spain, Madrid (Death Metal/Grindcore)
Actually only russian Anaemia is active and soon release new album «Do The Revolution!». (new title)
Formerly from Moscow, Russia but belonging to both, Moscow and Saint-Petersburg alternative scenes of 2000s, The Anaemia is one of the only and by fact most well-known Russian independent rock bands in the world. While the band lives in Brighton, United Kingdom, they still reffer themselves to Saint-Petersburg/Moscow scene and claim the unity between Brighton and Saint-Petersburg. Usually described as grunge, post-grunge, alternative rock, alternative metal, progressive metal, post-metal and post-hardcore, The Anaemia has roots in so-called Seattle sound with primary influences from 90s Seattle rockers Alice In Chains, Soundgarden, Nirvana & Pearl Jam, but use of heavy, dissonant, groovy riffage remind about another cult 90’s bands like Helmet, Life Of Agony, Kyuss, Quicksand, Silverchair and others. The band is marked as godfathers of Russian english-speaking grunge of 2000s by their fans. The Anaemia’s one of the first true grunge-revival bands in the world claiming to be one of the leaders in the new 90s-revival wave in 2010s.
The band was formed in year of 2003 and got it’s first performing line up in 2004. The band toured Europe after the release of their debut DIY-record «Violent Noises» (2006), releasing their independent breakthrough
record «Osiris» in 2008 on Apocalypse Now Music. This record was re-released in 2010 through major WMA and distributed worldwide.
«Osiris» caused cult following in European and USA independent scene and opened a new era of original music on Russian scene breaking the wall for all Russian English-speaking bands to go through. Besides that it caused the appearance of completely new independent scene in Russia - English-speaking bands without any wish to be signed by Russian major-labels or be involved in any Russian media-processes while they produce quality-records, play in status-venues, get good crowds, sing on English and get feedback from other countries.
The Anaemia is the only Russian independent alternative-rock band which has a worldwide distribution for both CDs and MP3s through local shops and giants like iTunes, Amazon, Napster, CD-Baby and others.
The band is currently located in Brighton, England. Their second major-release with the working title «Sell Suicide» will be released this year. They also host their own «Do The Revolution!» show on Brighton & Hove Community Radio (http://www.bhcr.org.uk) every Thursday at 13:00 on British timeline where they play selected Russian and wordlwide bands, form new international scene between Brighton and Saint-Petersburg concretely and Britain & Russia in general. It involves UK-based bands Universe, The Strong Loopy Lashes, From Beneath It Devours, The Black Neck Band Of Common Loon, Gorse, Arteriosus, Russia-based bands Psychea, Sakura, Wax Angel, The Last Tanks In Paris, Anticrisis Superstar 666 XXX Band, Uniquetunes, Half Dub Theory and others who are by fact involve each other in different side-projects and colloborations which mark the new international scene and their own significant sound that cause cult following in Russia now.
Discography:
«September Demos» (Demo) (2005)
«Kernel» (Single) (2005)
«Dickhead Rehearsals» (EP) (2006)
«Violent Noises» (CD-Compilation) (2006)
«Osiris» (Full-Lenght) (2008)
«Do The Revolution!» (Full-Lenght) (TBA)
Links:
Official MySpace: www.myspace.com/theanaemia
Beneath the Sun
Anaemia Lyrics
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The question still the same, it is to be or not to be
Scattered dreams, fallen hope, hate corrodes us every day
Trust in science, trust in logic, to make this world a rational place
Escaping an empty existence with drugs and alcohol
Raise a toast to apathy, and rot in our absurd reality
Beneath the sun beneath the sky, I was born and I will die
Hypocritical preachers, speaks their proclamation
Salvation based upon doctrines, deliverance through their laws
The real salvation lies within deliverance through Your love
Lord Almighty change my heart in Your boundless Eternal Mercy
Beneath the sun beneath the sky, I was born and I will die
The answer still remains, peace is found in You
The lyrics of Anaemia's song "Beneath The Sun" are profound and deep. The first verse talks about the inevitability of life and death. It emphasizes that the question of existence still remains the same, as it has since the beginning of time. The second line, "to be or not to be," is a nod to Shakespeare's Hamlet and the ultimate question of existence. The next two lines talk about the bitterness and negativity that is present in our world every day. However, the band suggests that perhaps we could find a rational place in the world if we trust in science and logic. The final two lines of the verse suggest that some people try to escape an empty existence through drugs and alcohol, and ultimately give up on any hope for a meaningful existence.
The second verse takes a critical look at religious hypocrisy. The band seems to be suggesting that some churches overlook the importance of love and mercy and instead focus on laws and doctrines. The lyrics suggest that true salvation can only come from a merciful God who changes the heart of the believer. The final lines of the verse add to the theme of the song by contrasting the false hope that comes from religion to the genuine peace that can be found in God.
Overall, the song seems to be a commentary on the complexities and contradictions of existence. The band seems to be suggesting that while there is much darkness in the world, there is still hope to be found. The song may leave the listener with a sense of existential turmoil, but also with the realization that there is still something worth fighting for.
Line by Line Meaning
Beneath the sun beneath the sky, I was born and I will die
I exist in this world and will eventually meet my end, just like everything else that exists under the sun and sky.
The question still the same, it is to be or not to be
The fundamental question of existence remains unanswered - should I continue to exist or not?
Scattered dreams, fallen hope, hate corrodes us every day
Our aspirations and optimism are shattered, leaving us with a pervasive feeling of hatred that eats away at us every day.
Trust in science, trust in logic, to make this world a rational place
We place our faith in science and logic, hoping they will bring order and reason to a chaotic world.
Escaping an empty existence with drugs and alcohol
We turn to substance abuse to escape the emptiness and meaninglessness of our existence.
Raise a toast to apathy, and rot in our absurd reality
We indulge in indifference to the world's troubles and resign ourselves to our absurd reality that is beyond our control.
Hypocritical preachers, speaks their proclamation
Religious leaders who do not practice what they preach offer empty words of salvation.
Salvation based upon doctrines, deliverance through their laws
The promise of salvation is contingent upon following a set of rules and doctrines set by religious institutions.
The real salvation lies within deliverance through Your love
True salvation is found in experiencing the boundless love of a higher power.
Lord Almighty change my heart in Your boundless Eternal Mercy
A plea to a higher power to transform one's heart with limitless compassion and mercy.
The answer still remains, peace is found in You
The ultimate answer to the question of existence is that peace is found only in a connection with a higher power.
Contributed by Jayce C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.