1)Ashtar is a duo from Bas… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands with the name Ashtar:
1)Ashtar is a duo from Basel, Switzerland, formed in 2012 by members of swiss doom bands Phased and shEver (Witch N. left shEver in 2013). They create an intuitive, intense hybrid of down-tuned archaic riffing, heavy bass and desperately sick vocals with layered, eerie-saturnine melodies, telling about abyss and beauty, melancholy and chaos.
Ashtars debut Album "Ilmasaar" is released in 2015.
2) Ashtar are a Brazilian folk metal band with progressive influences. Their debut album, Urantia, is a thought-provoking combination of Celtic folk, Brazilian folklore, and interesting songcraft. The band began recording their 2nd album in 2008: "From the Otherside" that was meant to be released in 2008 but it has yet to materialize. The band took part to Aspherical Asphyxia Productions 2007 "My own wolf (a new approach)" tribute to Ulver, playing a cover medley of "The marriage of Heaven and Hell". The music is very organic and down-to-earth, and there are 7 members, each of whom play very distinct instruments:
Paula Mineoka - vocals and whistles
Luiz A. Garcia - vocals, guitars, whistles and keyboards
Eduardo Capella - Guitars
Oswaldo Velasco - violin
Daniel Dobbin - drums and percussion
Rob Gould - keyboards
Fabio Guilherme - bass
3) Ashtar : Cesar Mafra, 26 years (Synthesizers and Mixer), was interested in music since he was young. An unconditional lover of the music and Psy-Trance culture, he noticed that besides being an admirer, he could be a follower. Rendering a desire through the composition of musical production, today, Cesar devotes his whole time and talent tothe art of producing.
Raphael Lisboa, 21 years, (Synthesizers and Electronic Battery), displayed an intimacy with music from very early on. by demonstrating abilities with the keyboard and guitar. He became acquainted with the movement of Psy Trance by frequenting RAVES falling in love with the music style. Today, he puts forth all his inspiration, dedication and talent into the composition and production in ASHTAR.
Mixing aggressiveness with energetic rhythms and outstanding melodies, ASHTAR mixes characteristics of several slopes of Psy Trance like the Progressive, the Full on and Dark.
Nemesis
Ashtar Lyrics
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And worship all that has become of me
I think of me but I have seen
It has risen from the sea
Above my eyes with crimson tears
It won't change my suffering
I cannot see, what have I become? Is it real?
Send your last breath, doubt my inocence
Your savior, has deserted you, won't come back for you!
Don't spear a tear, I can't behold what you feel
Test your sense of desire,
Do want to pass with me?
And as it stares my crooked hands
It laughs at my disgrace
With no sound it points at me
As a blade it strikes my face
Cruel misfortune by awakening regardlessly
Die! Die for me, meet me high above;
Eternity...
The lyrics of "Nemesis" by Ashtar are complex and multifaceted. At its core, the song seems to be about a protagonist who is grappling with their own fears and uncertainties, as well as their mortality. The opening lines, "Oh, do fall, but save your tears for me / And worship all that has become of me," suggest that the singer is looking for comfort from someone else, perhaps a lover or friend, as they face some kind of inevitable fate. However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer may not be entirely innocent themselves. They repeatedly ask, "What have I become? Is it real?" and seem to be questioning their own identity and actions. Later in the song, they implore others to "die for me" and become their savior, while also acknowledging that they themselves are powerless to help.
The final lines of the song provide a sense of closure, as the singer imagines a kind of release from their earthly troubles: "Die! Die for me, meet me high above; Eternity..." Here, the idea of dying becomes something hopeful and transcendent, a way to escape the pains and sorrows of this life. Throughout the song, the lyrics are full of vivid and often violent imagery, from "crimson tears" to a blade striking the singer's face. These elements add to the overall sense of uncertainty and tension that "Nemesis" conveys.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, do fall, but save your tears to me
You may stumble, but don't cry. Instead, give your tears to me.
And worship all that has become of me
Praise everything that I've become.
I think of me but I have seen
I constantly ponder about myself, but I've also observed the world.
It has risen from the sea
Something has emerged from the depths of the ocean.
Above my eyes with crimson tears
My tears have turned red, blurring my vision.
It won't change my suffering
Regardless of what happens, my pain won't end.
I cannot see, what have I become? Is it real?
I'm unable to recognize myself. Is this reality?
Send your last breath, doubt my inocence
Take your final breath while questioning my innocence.
Please cry for me, shout for me, die for me
Mourn for me, scream for me, and even potentially die for me.
Your savior, has deserted you, won't come back for you!
I'm your protector, but I've abandoned you and won't return.
Don't spear a tear, I can't behold what you feel
Don't waste your tears on me. I can't understand your emotions.
Test your sense of desire,
Challenge yourself to determine what you truly want.
Do want to pass with me?
Do you want to join me on my journey?
And as it stares my crooked hands
Something is staring at my deformed hands.
It laughs at my disgrace
It finds amusement in my humiliation.
With no sound it points at me
Silently, it directs its gaze towards me.
As a blade it strikes my face
It hits me like a sharp blade hitting my face.
Cruel misfortune by awakening regardlessly
Regardless of my circumstances, I must face cruel misfortune.
Die! Die for me, meet me high above;
Surrender yourself to death and meet me in the afterlife.
Eternity...
And we'll remain there for eternity.
Contributed by Abigail Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.