In 2001, Rikard Sjöblom and David Zackrisson founded Beardfish together with Petter Diamant on drums and Gabriel Olsson on bass. Drummer Petter Diamant subsequently left the band, and was replaced by Magnus Östgren in 2002; flautist and keyboardist Stefan Aronsson also joined.
Robert Hansen replaced Gabriel on bass, and Beardfish recorded their debut album Från en plats du ej kan se in Stefan's studio in 2003. Stefan left the band shortly thereafter. Despite "Från en plats..." being released and passing by quite unnoticed, Beardfish continued to tour as a four-piece band, with Rikard replacing Stefan's role as keyboardist. The end of 2003 was a very productive period for the band, and saw several demos being recorded.
The year of 2004 was largely uneventful for Beardfish, although they did start recording a second album. After that, however, it took the band nearly a year to begin recording once again.
Come 2005, the band was to be found secluded in a cottage outside the town of Gävle, Sweden preparing to record the rest of the material for their upcoming album.
Björn Arnell, a friend of the band, lent them recording equipment, an arsenal of keyboards and effect pedals, and helped them set things up in an old and stately dining room near town.
The band has described this period as a truly beautiful process, and many songs were recorded, most of them live. So many, in fact, that Beardfish had to release a double album. The Sane Day, their 2 CD album, was released in December 2005.
Almost immediately the band started to rehearse new material, and throughout June and July of 2006 they recorded what became Sleeping in Traffic: Part One. The album was practically finished by the end of the summer, and Beardfish was also asked to play the ProgDay festival in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. After this trip, during which they met Gary Green of Gentle Giant, they recorded one more song, called Roulette, and declared the album finished.
A few labels contacted the band, among them InsideOut Music, who wanted to release the new album. Beardfish signed to InsideOut at the end of the year.
New material continued to be written and recorded, and "Sleeping in Traffic: Part One" was released to many positive reviews. Sleeping in Traffic: Part Two was released in 2008.
In 2009, Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater invited Beardfish to tour with them on the Progressive Nation tour, which they readily accepted. Rikard Sjöblom said of this, "When we read on a website that Mike Portnoy had our album "Sleeping in Traffic: Part One" among his favorite releases of 2007, we just couldn't believe it and we were really happy about it! And now we once again gasp for air since we've been asked to join Progressive Nation 2009 together with Dream Theater (one of the biggest bands in this genre today!), Pain of Salvation (hey, fellow Swedes!!!) and Zappa Plays Zappa (being a HUGE Zappa fan myself, I think this is really cool!). Since we've only played the US once before we simply can't wait to come over and rock out!"
Unfortunately, due to the bankruptcy of SPV and Beardfish's label InsideOut, both Beardfish and Pain of Salvation had to drop out of the Progressive Nation tour for 2009.
Beardfish's fifth release Destined Solitaire is available July 28, 2009 through InsideOut Records.
Their Myspace page is http://www.myspace.com/beardfishband
Harmony
Beardfish Lyrics
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But what is your name? What is your name?
You’re more than fine, oh you’re bigger than life
But what is your name? Your real name?
Oh please, tell me
Harmony, just between you and me
I took a hard hit today
And I shiver in this cold, cold heart
You smile like someone I once knew
It’s that look in your eyes, in your eyes
Oh Harmony, it’s like a door to a vast unknown
That no one can ever realize
Oh, won’t you tell me?
Harmony, just between you and me
I took a real hard hit today
But the loss makes my noise
And I shiver in this cold, cold heart
The lyrics to Beardfish's song Harmony seem to be about a person who is well-known and famous, but ultimately, the singer is curious about the individual's true identity. Despite this person's fame, the singer realizes there is still a sense of mystery surrounding them. The first verse questions this woman's true identity while acknowledging her beauty and prominence in the public eye. It's clear that the singer wants to be closer to her but not in a typical romantic sense. They simply want to know the real person behind the fame.
The second verse continues with the idea of recognizing this woman from somewhere but not necessarily knowing who she truly is. Harmony is described as a door to an unknown universe which adds to the theme of mystery. The singer's request to learn more about Harmony and her true self may stem from a desire to connect with her on a deeper level, to find someone real in a world of superficiality. The chorus repeats the singer's plea to know more about Harmony, even though they have been hurt in the past due to their unyielding curiosity.
Overall, Harmony is a song that speaks to the human desire to understand the people around us. Despite the singer's vulnerabilities, they still search for authentic connections with the people they encounter. The song creates a mood of nostalgia and introspection, enticing the listener to consider who they truly are, who the people around them truly are, and how they can find harmony in a world that often feels discordant.
Line by Line Meaning
Your satin skin has been rubbed in fame
You have achieved a level of success that has brought you attention and admiration, but I wonder who you really are beneath the surface.
But what is your name? What is your name?
I am curious about your true identity, beyond your exterior and beyond your fame, and I am asking you to reveal it to me.
You’re more than fine, oh you’re bigger than life
You are not just a normal or average person, but someone who stands out and commands attention and respect.
Oh please, tell me
I am pleading with you to share your true self with me, to break through the facade and reveal your innermost thoughts and feelings.
Harmony, just between you and me
I am addressing you by name, and emphasizing the importance of the secret we will share, the bond between us as two individuals.
I took a hard hit today
I experienced a painful setback or loss recently, and I am feeling the emotional impact of it.
Oh, but the loss makes my noise, it makes my noise
The pain and suffering I am enduring is so intense that it is drowning out all other distractions and problems in my life.
And I shiver in this cold, cold heart
The pain is not just physical, but deep and emotional, and it is affecting me to my very core, leaving me feeling isolated and alone.
You smile like someone I once knew
Your expression and demeanor remind me of a person from my past, triggering a sense of nostalgia or familiarity.
It’s that look in your eyes, in your eyes
Your eyes hold a gaze that is captivating and mysterious, drawing me in and intriguing me further.
Oh Harmony, it’s like a door to a vast unknown
Your enigmatic presence seems to open up a whole new realm of possibility and adventure, one that is both thrilling and uncertain.
That no one can ever realize
This world of possibility is unique to you, and cannot be fully understood or explored by anyone else, making it all the more alluring and seductive to me.
But the loss makes my noise
Again, I emphasize the powerful and all-consuming nature of my pain and grief, which dominates my thoughts and emotions.
And I shiver in this cold, cold heart
Despite the warmth and attraction I feel towards you, I am still suffering and struggling with emotional turmoil, and I seek solace and understanding from you.
Contributed by Adrian G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Johannes Müller
Your satin skin has been rubbed in fame
But what is your name? What is your name?
You’re more than fine, oh you’re bigger than life
But what is your name? Your real name?
Oh please, tell me
Harmony, just between you and me
I took a hard hit today
Oh, but the loss makes my noise, it makes my noise
And I shiver in this cold, cold heart
You smile like someone I once knew
It’s that look in your eyes, in your eyes
Oh Harmony, it’s like a door to a vast unknown
That no one can ever realize
Oh, won’t you tell me?
Harmony, just between you and me
I took a real hard hit today
But the loss makes my noise
And I shiver in this cold, cold heart
Bryan Peña
This song is amazing.
immortalsoloist
These guys are fantastic!
Alessandro Romano
Wonderful song! finally someone uploads it!
Sebastián Muñoz Guerrero
thank you very much for uploading beardfish albums !
Mustafa Mağal
ahh yess, the prog-rock blues... ❤️
di6di6er6
This song could be a son of since i've been loving you by zepp. Great atmosphere!
iam kayem
YES, accurate! couldn't have said it better myself! that's precisely the vibe
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StickManga
@bimbouu You're very welcom sir or siress