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.
Within
Beyond The Embrace Lyrics
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About these moments in between
Concerned not with life
While existence stands at the edge of a knife
We eat the lies,
then drink and dance to the insect song
No promise of a better day
as empty words get washed away
Can't stop the bleeding in my head
Can't stop the pain
Can't stop this world that we've deranged
Can't stop the burning from within
Ever stopped to think
That our one guarantee in life is death
Man made end in sight
Bite down, go without regrets
Can't stop the bleeding in my head
Can't stop the pain
Can't stop this world that we've deranged
Can't stop the burning from within
In a final moment,
when a restless tide begins to turn
The ones will realize that the final lesson
Can't be learned
Ever stopped to think
About these moments in between
Could you only make for one more
What the fuck would it be???
Can't stop the bleeding in my head
Can't stop the pain
Can't stop this world that we've deranged!!!
The lyrics of Beyond The Embrace's song "Within" paint a bleak picture of an existence marred by pain, chaos, and uncertainty. The song speaks of moments in between, those times when we are not engaged in life, but rather looking at it from afar, wondering what it all means. The singer is concerned with the fragility of existence, how our lives can be cut short in an instant, and how meaningless everything seems. He is frustrated with the lies and false promises we are fed and the distractions we use to escape the harsh reality of our world.
The chorus echoes the singer's feelings of helplessness and despair. He cannot stop the constant bleeding and the burning from within. The world has been deranged, and we have played a part in its destruction. The final moments of our lives will be a time of reckoning, where we will realize that the ultimate lesson cannot be learned. The song ends with a question, asking the listener to consider what they would do if they only had one more moment to live.
Overall, "Within" is a raw and emotional song that speaks to the human experience of grappling with mortality, pain, and the search for meaning. It is a reminder that life is fleeting and that we must make the most of the time we have.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you ever stopped to think
Have you ever taken a moment to ponder and reflect on your life?
About these moments in between
The fleeting and precious moments of life that often go overlooked.
Concerned not with life
Not focused on living life to the fullest or enjoying its simple pleasures.
While existence stands at the edge of a knife
Life is fragile and precarious, always on the precipice of ending.
We eat the lies,
We consume and internalize falsehoods and deceit.
then drink and dance to the insect song
Despite this, we distract ourselves with pleasures and trivialities that have little meaning.
No promise of a better day
There is no guarantee that tomorrow will be better than today.
as empty words get washed away
Empty platitudes and promises are easily forgotten and have no lasting impact.
Can't stop the bleeding in my head
The emotional pain and turmoil is overwhelming and impossible to alleviate.
Can't stop the pain
The physical, emotional, and existential pain is constant and unrelenting.
Can't stop this world that we've deranged
The world around us is damaged and broken beyond repair.
Can't stop the burning from within
The intense, internal suffering is relentless and cannot be quelled.
That our one guarantee in life is death
The only certainty in life is that it will come to an end.
Man made end in sight
The knowledge that our own actions contribute to our eventual demise.
Bite down, go without regrets
Accepting our mortality and living without fear or regret.
In a final moment,
When we approach the end of our lives.
when a restless tide begins to turn
As our body and mind begin to shut down and prepare for death.
The ones will realize that the final lesson
We will finally understand the true nature of life as we approach our end.
Can't be learned
The lessons of life cannot be fully comprehended until it is too late.
Could you only make for one more
If you had only one more opportunity or experience in life.
What the fuck would it be???
What would you choose to do or experience in your final moments?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GENE SIMMONS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ranting Music
some of NBs finest!
sunny basak
Love this song. Love the band
Eduardo Álvarez
:) 2017 Still listening Escuchando todavía a esta gran banda
Theenragedone
Hung out with them a bit in 04 when they toured with Iced Earth. They are great guys ans both albums are awesome.
Lupe Bernabe
Miss this band so damn much
Jethro Tull
This song is one of the best from the aughts in my opinion. I wish BtE put out more material. I also love Embers Astray and Bastard Screams. I like this LP because it was more melodic metal. The follow up (Insects) was too southern rock-ish for my tastes. That was a weird trend in the late aughts I noticed... quite a few metalcore bands went in a Pantera-like southern sludgy direction. Not sure why that trend occurred but I did not appreciate it at all.
Kristina Krein
simply brilliant
Doctor Chrebet
Reunion time! If all the shitty punk/hardcore bands do it every 3 months,it would be great to see a band w TALENT do it after over a DECADE! VAULT NIGHTCLUB!!!!!!!
Doctor Chrebet
Need to reunite for Madeira fest 2020!!!
returnformer
Is it me or does this have a bit of a punk feel to it?