From their 2007 album, Deadlight, the song Deadsong was accompanied with a video.
In 2011, their 6th album Deathstar Rising was released at Nuclear Blast.
2011 line-up:
Tuomas Saukkonen: Dark vocals and guitar (Dawn of Solace, Routasielu)
Juho Räihä: Lead guitar (Gloria Morti, Riverside Syndicate)
Lars Eikind: Bass and vocals (Winds, Age of Silence, ex-Khold, ex-Tulus)
Atte Palokangas: Drums (Agonizer)
Website: http://www.beforethedawn.com/
Previously associated musicians:
Guitars:
Pekka Sarkkinen
Timo Hankola
Jani Saajanaho (also Vocals, on "Gehenna")
Panu Willman (2000-2004, also Clean Vocals) (Entwine, Dark Filth Fraternity, St. Hood)
Mika Ojala (2003-2004, also Keyboards) (Damngod)
Bass:
Tomi Malin (on "Gehenna")
Toni Broman (2001-2004) (Kill the Romance, Damngod)
Drums:
Kimmo Nurmi (2000-2001)
Mika Tanttu (on "Gehenna") (Drowned in Life, Kill the Romance, Profane Omen, Coma Clinic)
Dani Miettinen (2002-2004, Session 2007-2009) (Jumalhдmдrд, Solacide)
Aatu Mukka (Live 2005, Session 2005-2006) (Camorra, Downtrodden)
Keyboards:
Tiina Ahokas (also Violin, Vocals, on "To Desire")
Jarkko Mдnnikkц (2000-2003)
In 2021, the band was reformed. On 30 April, the band released the single "Final Storm". The single was made for the Deadlight reissue which was released in 9 July 2021.
Disappear
Before the Dawn Lyrics
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Breath inside infected air
Airborn cancer spreading everywhere
Starting to tear apart
Apart from flawless shell it's in our hearts
Disease that has been brought to a fine art
We unleashed
Empyrium within
Is burning like pyre
We set the heaven on fire
Today I feel
I wish to disappear
Leave without a trace
Wish to become
A transparent one
A ghost under the sun
Betray
Broken trust you can't repair
We're just victims
There's no one to blame
First rule in this game
You play
Hide and seek of predators and preys
Our true nature
Revealed in godless ways
The lyrics to Before the Dawn's song, "Disappear", highlight the environmental destruction caused by humankind. The first verse describes the inhalation of polluted air which is spreading cancer-like diseases throughout society. The air can be seen as a metaphor for the destruction caused by the actions of the human race. This destruction is not only external but also affects our moral compass as humans are represented as prey to predators. Our natural goodness is being destroyed, and we are left at the mercy of a godless society where treachery and deceit are commonplace. The second verse shows a sense of helplessness as the singer wishes to disappear and become transparent, as if to merge with the environment rather than destroy it. The destruction caused is irreversible, and the only thing the singer can do is to disappear and become part of nature.
One interesting fact about the song is that its genre is melodic death metal, which is popular in Finland where Before the Dawn is from. Another fact is that the song was used as the intro music for the Finnish television show "Haluan lapsen" which translates to "I Want a Child". The lyrics to the song were also used in a book which describes the impact of climate change on Finland. The song's music video features abandoned factories and polluted environments, and it has a "Behind the Scenes" video that shows how it was made. The song was released in the album "Deadlight" in 2007 and was played on the radio in Finland. It has also been a part of many of Before the Dawn's live performances, and their fans have called it one of their best songs.
The chords for the song are not provided.
In summary, "Disappear" demonstrates the darker side of society and its impact on the environment. The song speaks about the irreversible damage caused by humans and the helplessness that ensues. The bleak reality portrayed in the song is a wake-up call to all to become more environmentally conscious and work towards a future where the damage caused can be mitigated.
Line by Line Meaning
Inhale
Take in a breath of air
Breath inside infected air
Breathe in air that has been contaminated
Airborn cancer spreading everywhere
Cancerous cells are spreading through the air
Starting to tear apart
Beginning to break down
Apart from flawless shell it's in our hearts
Apart from being healthy on the outside, we're carrying this disease within us
Disease that has been brought to a fine art
This disease has been refined and perfected
We unleashed
We set free
The flames of the end
The flames of the apocalypse
Empyrium within
The essence inside us
Is burning like pyre
Is burning like a funeral fire
We set the heaven on fire
We have caused destruction on a massive scale
Today I feel
Today I am experiencing
I wish to disappear
I want to vanish
Leave without a trace
Disappear without leaving any evidence
Wish to become
I want to transform into
A transparent one
A person who is not easily perceptible
A ghost under the sun
An unseen figure in plain sight
Betray
To break faith or confidence with
Broken trust you can't repair
Once trust is broken it cannot be regained
We're just victims
We are not in control of this situation
There's no one to blame
No one is responsible for this situation
First rule in this game
The initial principle of this situation
You play
You participate
Hide and seek of predators and preys
A game of survival and deception
Our true nature
Our inherent qualities
Revealed in godless ways
Brought to light without divine intervention
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICHAEL HUTCHENCE, JONATHAN JAMES FARRISS
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