Following in the footsteps of such legendary bands as Warrior, Rough Cutt and Psychotic Waltz, BENEDICTUM are San Diego, California’s latest and mightiest ambassadors to the world of heavy metal.
Conjuring the power and mystique of early Rainbow and classic Savatage yet forging a sound that is uniquely their own, BENEDICTUM’s stylish, epic brand of metal delivers on all fronts: Awesome riffing, fierce rhythms, strong melodies, shredding leads and delicate textures converge at the crossroads of tradition and 21st century innovation topped off by what is truly one of the most extraordinary voices in metal, courtesy of Veronica Freeman, whose pipes have to be heard to be believed.
BENEDICTUM came to the attention of Dio guitarist Craig Goldy who was impressed enough with what he heard that he turned the group on to long-time friend and former band mate, Jeff Pilson (ex-Dokken, Dio). Equally blown away by the bands raw talent and untapped potential, Pilson took on the role of producer and recorded BENEDICTUM at his Los Angeles area studio, with ZuZu Recording production partner, former Warlock bassist Tommy Henriksen, sharing mixing duties.
The result of this collaboration was the incredible debut CD “UNCREATION”. Selected by Classic Rock magazine UK as one of the top bands to watch in 2006 and now selected by Rock Hard Germany and Classic Rock UK as one of the top 50 albums of 2006, BENEDICTUM are laying it down in a big way! After coming off of a successful tour with the legendary Doro Pesch, BENEDICTUM followed up with "Seasons Of Tragedy" produced by Jeff Pilson.
Prior to commencing work on their third album, Dominion, the band underwent significant lineup changes with only core members Veronica Freeman and Pete Wells remaining. Benedictum would also leave their original record company, Locomotive Music, and sign a new deal with Frontiers Records.Due to Jeff Pilson's commitments with Foreigner, main producing duties for the new album were handled by Grammy Award winning engineer/producer, Ryan Greene, whose credits include Megadeth and NOFX. Pilson and Craig Goldy would make guest appearances on the album as did legendary bassist Rudy Sarzo on the song "Bang". Continuing the tradition of covering at least one cover track on each album, the band cut "Overture" / "The Temples of Syrinx" / "Grand Finale" off of 2112 by Rush, which is featured as a bonus track.
New members Rikard Stjernquist (ex-Jag Panzer) on drums and Aric Avina on bass were recruited in 2012 to record their latest album Obey, released in November 2013.
Performers:
Veronica Freeman – vocals
Pete Wells – guitar
Aric Avina – bass
Rikard Stjernquist – drums
Studio albums
Uncreation (2006)
Seasons of Tragedy (2008)
Dominion (2011)
Obey (2013)
Legacy
Benedictum Lyrics
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Like a whispered prayer, soft and low
Beckoning to me to change reality
Enter deeper still into the soul
Still I cry
What will I become? What will become of me?
Inward turn the eyes and outward shine the soul
Mind and heart as one become whole
This is my legacy
That which is born of me (still I cry)
This is my legacy
Cry
Somewhere in the world someone's crying out
Trapped inside the darkness a prisoner of doubt
Somewhere in the world someone screams in pain
Will you dare to answer how can you remain
Somewhere in the world someone's crying out
Trapped inside the darkness a prisoner of doubt
This is my legacy
That which is born of me (still I cry)
This is my legacy
Cry
May your light shine bright like the nova sun
And be remembered still for the things you've done
May they speak of you with integrity
As you leave behind your last legacy
Still I cry
This is my legacy
That which is born of me (still I cry)
This is my legacy
Cry
Somewhere in the world someone's crying out
Trapped inside the darkness a prisoner of doubt
Somewhere in the world someone screams in pain
Will you dare to answer how can you remain
Somewhere in the world someone's crying out
Trapped inside the darkness a prisoner of doubt
The lyrics to Benedictum's song "Legacy" offer a reflection on the impact our actions have on the world and the lasting legacy we leave behind. The first verse speaks of visions that come when the eyes are closed, inviting the listener to dive deeper into their soul to discover their true purpose. The chorus repeats the phrase "This is my legacy," emphasizing the importance of taking ownership of one's actions and the impact they have on others. The second verse speaks to the idea of destiny and whether or not we are simply pawns being played by fate. The bridge then brings attention to the suffering of others in the world and challenges the listener to make a difference and have integrity in their actions.
Throughout the song, the repetition of the phrases "still I cry" and "cry" could be interpreted as both a call to action and a moment of vulnerability. It is a reminder that even as we strive to leave a positive legacy, there will be moments of pain and struggle along the way.
Overall, "Legacy" serves as a powerful reflection on the impact we have on the world and the importance of taking ownership of our actions. It challenges the listener to strive for a legacy of integrity, kindness, and positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
As I close my eyes visions come to me
My mind is plagued with images when I rest
Like a whispered prayer, soft and low
The thoughts come to me sweet and delicate
Beckoning to me to change reality
These thoughts compel me to act and create a new pattern
Enter deeper still into the soul
My thoughts are going deeper into my heart
Still I cry
Despite the strength of my emotions, I am still overwhelmed
What will I become? What will become of me?
I am unsure of my future and where my life will lead
Am I just a pawn played by destiny?
I wonder if the course of my life is predetermined or if I have control
Inward turn the eyes and outward shine the soul
When I look inside, my spirituality becomes more apparent
Mind and heart as one become whole
My mind and heart unite to create a complete being
This is my legacy
What I leave behind is what I will be remembered for
That which is born of me (still I cry)
Despite my contributions to the world, my emotions still consume me
Somewhere in the world someone's crying out
The struggles I face are shared by many others across the world
Trapped inside the darkness a prisoner of doubt
Others around the world are also struggling with uncertainty and disbelief
Will you dare to answer how can you remain
It is up to us to answer how we can continue to exist in such a difficult world
May your light shine bright like the nova sun
May we all radiate positivity and inspiration like a bright star
And be remembered still for the things you've done
May our contributions and impact on the world be remembered and celebrated
May they speak of you with integrity
May our reputation and character be exemplary
As you leave behind your last legacy
As we pass on from this world, may our legacy remain
Cry
Despite it all, emotions still overwhelm us
Contributed by William B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
david bennett
Benedictum is the most underrated band of all time!
Anastacios Mouzakis
I love this song
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Published on Jan 16, 2008