The press for BEYOND THE EMBRACE's 2002 debut release "Against The Elements" hailed the group with many attributes, but the constant opinion was that BTE was "The Band to Watch". With their sophomore release Insect Song, BEYOND THE EMBRACE deliver on all fronts. Barely in their twenties when the debut was recorded, a road tested, more mature and confident band collaborated with producer KEN SUSI (UNEARTH) to create Insect Song and the results will leave Metal fans slack jawed. From the opening pressure of "Fleshengine Breakdown" to the closing strains of "Within", BEYOND THE EMBRACE have left any comparisons to their heroes behind and forge ahead with a sound and identity all their own.
"Recording this album was very different from recording our first album," states vocalist Shawn Gallagher. "The whole process was something totally new in that with Against the Elements we had been playing the songs for years so when we went into the studio we didn't really need a producer to help us figure out where the songs needed to go. With this one we sat down with and played all of the songs live. Ken took notes on each song and was able to give us suggestions as an outside listener. The pre-production process was all new to us as well and Ken really helped us trim down our songs, find the best tones and nail the breakdowns. He also really helped us bring out some different sides of BTE that have been dormant in our previously written songs. All in all we are really happy with the finished result. Ken said he would get us the guitar sounds that we wanted and he really came through."
BEYOND THE EMBRACE compose and perform with the savvy of metal veterans and Insect Song is no exception. Produced by label mate Ken Susi of Unearth and recorded at System Recordings in Ipswich, MA December 12, 2003 - February 9, 2004, Insect Song is going to show Beyond the Embrace in a new light, as a band that has their shit together and also as a band that WILL be heard whether people or music critics like it or not.
BTE has toured nationally with such bands as Opeth, Lacuna Coil, Kataklysm, Misery Index, Divine Empire, Helloween, Jag Panzer and more. The band will be heading out in support of their new album starting May 1st with metal veterans Prong with more tours to come.
Release
Beyond The Embrace Lyrics
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An existence so surreal
These fabricated walls that hold me inside
Unjustly charged with my greatest fears
That this existence is a part of it
Every time I try to starve this frenzy, it swallows me
A tortured mind embraced upon sorrow
The bittersweet emptiness of a man possessed
But I know it won't be long until I let it go
This spirit that resists a world of what is gone
Are we blind too weak to fight
The bending sea, this plague of life
And we compose our lot in life
Blindly searching for ways to go
I've seen the world...can I take the fall?
Should I set resistance free
And let the current carry me
Through this pale glass river to a hollow sea
As I stand upon the shore, I always wanted more
But what I found is that this shit's worth dying for
I've seen the world...can I take the fall?
Should I set resistance free
And let the current carry me
Through this pale glass river to a hollow sea
The lyrics to Beyond The Embrace's song Release explore the emotional and mental turmoil of the singer. They feel trapped and suffocated by the world around them, struggling with the weight of their fears and anxieties. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer questioning why they are feeling so caught up in this existence that feels unreal and fake. They refer to their emotions as "fabricated walls" that hold them in and leave them unjustly charged with their own fears. They desperately try to starve their frenzy, but it always seems to swallow them back up.
The chorus of the song reflects a sense of hopelessness and desperation as the singer yearns for release from their torture. They feel empty and possessed, unable to escape the clutches of their own mind. They question whether it's even worth fighting against the world and its problems, wondering if they are too weak and blind to make a difference. The lyrics suggest that the singer is searching for a way out but is unable to find it.
In the final lines, there is a sense of resignation and acceptance as the singer contemplates their future. They question whether they have the strength to face the world's challenges, wondering if they are better off letting themselves be carried away by the current of life. They express a disillusionment with the world around them and a sense of resignation towards their fate.
Line by Line Meaning
Why am I trapped in these things I feel
Questioning why the songwriter is imprisoned by their emotions
An existence so surreal
Life feels disconnected from reality
These fabricated walls that hold me inside
Emotions feel trapped and unable to escape
Unjustly charged with my greatest fears
Feeling burdened by their biggest anxieties
That this existence is a part of it
Acknowledging that these emotions are a part of their life
Every time I try to starve this frenzy, it swallows me
Attempting to suppress emotions, but they end up overwhelming them
A tortured mind embraced upon sorrow
Mental anguish and sadness consuming the songwriter
Holding myself in contempt
Disliking oneself and feeling guilty
The bittersweet emptiness of a man possessed
Loneliness and sadness despite being surrounded by possessions
But I know it won't be long until I let it go
Hoping to let go of negative emotions soon
This spirit that resists a world of what is gone
Spirit wants to rebel against a world that has changed
Are we blind too weak to fight
Asking if people are too ignorant and powerless to make a change
The bending sea, this plague of life
Metaphors for the difficulties and struggles of life
And we compose our lot in life
People have control over their lives and choices
Blindly searching for ways to go
Trying to find a direction in life without a clear path
I've seen the world...can I take the fall?
Wondering if the songwriter has the strength to handle the harsh reality of life
Should I set resistance free
Thinking about letting go of resistance and accepting life
And let the current carry me
Allowing oneself to drift through life instead of fighting it
Through this pale glass river to a hollow sea
Metaphor for accepting a life without much substance or meaning
As I stand upon the shore, I always wanted more
Feeling unfulfilled despite having arrived at a place of stability
But what I found is that this shit's worth dying for
Realizing that life is difficult, but it's still worth living
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Dub Williams, Eddie Miller, Robert Yount
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