You could call it doom metal, death-doom metal , progressive doom , or progressive metal. But the best way to call it is post-doom
In 2003, Another Messiah released an EP called ‘Another Renaissance’. This EP was enthusiastically received by the Dutch media and soon thereafter a Dutch and a Central European tour followed, both being very successful for the band. From 2004 the band focused on writing new material for their yet to come debut album ‘Dark Dreams, My Child’. The album was recorded at the Excess studios (Gorefest, Ayreon, Sinister, After Forever) in the end of 2005 and was produced by Joost van de Broek, known of his work in After Forever and Ayreon. In 2006 Another Messiah toured through Central Europe once again, followed by an extensive tour through The Netherlands and a European mini-tour in 2007. All tours got very positive reactions in some zines and from the fans on their website. In early 2007 Another Messiah inked a multiple record deal with Restrain Records, who hereby presents the amazing and not to miss ‘Dark Dreams, My Child’!
Line up:
- Robbie de Klerk: vocals & oboe
- Martijn van de Leur: guitars
- Erik Jacobs: bass
- Christiaan Crouwers: drums
Another Messiah disbanded in december 2008
Renaissance
Another Messiah Lyrics
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Why can't we get on just relaxed, just as friends
What drove you just so far away from me
Like a desert lies between our hearts
And I will hold you 'till I die
I've tried so hard
And I will love you 'till I die
When he came along a twinkle was inside his eyes
He seemed to bring life back to you
As he joked and played a foolish love
Why were you so cruel so tough
A bed the roses, wine and candlelight
As he poured himself into your thighs
It gave rise to stubborn lies
The fate was sealed when you sighed
And I will hold you 'till I die
I've tried so hard
And I will love you 'till I die
I'll never part
The lyrics to Another Messiah's song Renaissance seem to tell a story of a past love that was lost and the lingering feelings that remain. The singer is reflecting on their relationship with someone they loved in the past, but now they are unable to get along and can only be friends. The distance between them feels insurmountable as if a desert lies between their hearts.
The singer's love for this person is unwavering, and they would hold and love them until the end of their days. However, something changed when a new person came into the picture, bringing life and laughter back to the one they loved. The new person seemed to have a magical effect on them, but the singer is left wondering why they were so cruel and tough towards them.
The song seems to suggest a bittersweet longing for a lost love that cannot be rekindled due to circumstances beyond their control. It speaks to the pain of letting go of what once was and the difficulty in moving on.
Line by Line Meaning
What do you say to someone you think you've loved back in the past
How do you approach someone you have feelings for from an earlier time?
Why can't we get on just relaxed, just as friends
Why can't we simply have a peaceful relationship as friends?
What drove you just so far away from me
What caused you to distance yourself so far from me?
Like a desert lies between our hearts
Our emotional connection is barren and devoid of life.
And I will hold you 'till I die
I will continue to embrace you for as long as I live.
I've tried so hard
I've put forth immense effort to make this work.
And I will love you 'till I die
My love for you will endure for the rest of my life.
I'll never part
I'll never let go of you.
When he came along a twinkle was inside his eyes
There was a certain sparkle in his eyes when he arrived.
He seemed to bring life back to you
He appeared to give you a new sense of vitality.
As he joked and played a foolish love
He engaged in lighthearted humor and playful affection.
Why were you so cruel so tough
Why were you unkind and aloof in response?
A bed the roses, wine and candlelight
There was an intimate setting of roses, wine, and candles.
As he poured himself into your thighs
He engaged in sexual activity with you.
It gave rise to stubborn lies
It led to the creation of persistent falsehoods.
The fate was sealed when you sighed
Our destiny was set when you let out a sigh.
Contributed by Kylie L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Eargasm
The most beautifull days with this band 🤘