1) Black Maj… Read Full Bio ↴There are several bands sharing the name Black Majesty
1) Black Majesty is a black metal band hailing from Trondheim (Norway). Black Majesty has released two demos in 2007 and an EP called "Seventh King of Edom" in 2009.
2) A melodic power metal band from Melbourne, Australia.
So far they have released five LPs: Sands of Time (2003), Silent Company (2005), Tomorrowland (2007), In Your Honour (2010) and Stargazer (2012).
The band was formed in 2001 under the name Kymera and with various members already well known on the local metal and heavy rock scene. Guitarist Steve Janevski was drawn from Cyclone Tracy, a long-running heavy rock/hair metal outfit. Bass player Cory Betts was also a member of Pegazus, another well-known Melbourne power metal band that had toured Europe in 1998, although he did not join that band until early 1999. Kymera’s other guitarist Hanny Mohammed had recorded an album with a band called Catwitch who had been featured on a television documentary. With drummer Pavel Konvalinka and singer John Cavaliere the band was complete. During a brief flirtation with the name Arkaya, the band began recording material, but Betts left and the group renamed itself Black Majesty.
The Sands of Time album was recorded in 2002 and prefaced by a three-track promo disc that won them a contract with German label Limb Music. Bass tracks were recorded by both Betts and Evan Harris, and Cavaliere duetted with Silvio Massaro from Vanishing Point and Danny Cecati from Eyefear on two tracks. Joe Fata replaced Betts in the interim, but left before the album was released in 2003, and since then Black Majesty has not had a permanent bass player.
Mark Kelson of Melbourne doom band The Eternal and Harris have featured as touring members. During the sessions Konvalinka recording his drum tracks in Germany with Piet Sielck of Iron Savior and the album’s release was preceded by a short tour of Europe. On the band’s return to Australia they toured with British band Dragonforce.
Black Majesty’s third album Tomorrowland was released on 1 June 2007, with European tour dates to follow, including the world-renowned Wacken Open Air festival. Black Majesty continued to gain exposure by supporting metal icons such as Saxon, before releasing their follow-up album “In Your Honour” in 2010. The release was promoted with several shows around Australia as well as a headlining slot at Indonesia’s Bla Bla Bla Festival. 2012 the band announced a European tour to support the release of their new album Stargazer in July.
Break These Chains
Black Majesty Lyrics
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When the images and words were soaring
That was maybe other stories
Throughout the days and nights went passing by
Sails were full of wind but never moving
Onto new horizons
Now I recall there was a time
I'm free to live again
I'll break these chains
Once again
Flying higher to never set my feet on land again
Terra firma nevermore
They'll say to stop but I'll keep going on
Never backing down again
No nothing can hold me down
When you're searching for the emptiness
There's a void that you must fill with sorrow
Just to make you feel less hollow
I can't recall how did you ever fall
And never learn to get
Back on your feet again
You'll never learn to fly
You're a rainbow without sun
There's nowhere you can run
The lyrics to Black Majesty's song Break These Chains seem to speak about the transition from a state of feeling trapped or stuck to one of freedom and limitless potential. The persona in the song seems to have had a moment of realization about their abilities, possibly referencing a time when they first learned to fly metaphorically, through exploring their imagination and creativity. However, life's demands, responsibilities, or self-doubt may have crept in and impeded their progress, causing them to feel like they were stuck, despite appearing to have everything they needed to "move onto new horizons."
The lyrics seem to suggest that it takes a moment of self-reflection, possibly forced by a sense of emptiness, to recognize one's potential and regain control of their life. The persona seems to have made a conscious decision to break free, to "never set my feet on land again," and to keep pushing forward, no matter what. They seem to recognize that setbacks and challenges are a natural part of life and that giving up is not an option.
Overall, the lyrics to Break These Chains seem to speak to the human experience of feeling limited or stuck by life's circumstances, whether internal or external. The song suggests that it is possible to break free from these limitations, to soar higher, and to live life on one's own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't remember how I learnt to fly
I am unsure how I found the freedom to soar above my troubles and worries.
When the images and words were soaring
During moments when my creativity and imagination were at their highest peak.
That was maybe other stories
Perhaps those moments were mere fairy tales that could never be relived.
Throughout the days and nights went passing by
As time went on, those carefree moments became distant memories.
Sails were full of wind but never moving
Even though I had the drive and motivation, I was not making any progress.
Onto new horizons
Yearning to explore new opportunities and spaces ahead.
Now I recall there was a time
Suddenly, I remember a time when I was once unburdened and free.
Just happened to be free
I was unattached to any apprehension, fear, or confinement.
I'm free to live again
Now, I am unfettered and liberated to live life to the fullest.
I'll break these chains
I will shed the shackles that have been holding me back.
Once again
Returning to a state of freedom and autonomy.
Flying higher to never set my feet on land again
Rising above any limitations and never returning to a place of complacency or restriction.
Terra firma nevermore
No longer tied to the constraints of earth or physical boundaries.
They'll say to stop but I'll keep going on
Others may try to discourage or hinder me, but I will press on with my ambitions and dreams.
Never backing down again
No longer willing to submit to defeat or adversity.
No nothing can hold me down
I am resolved to leave behind all the obstacles and limitations that previously held me back.
When you're searching for the emptiness
In the quest for something deeper and meaningful, sometimes there is a sense of desolation or hollowness inside.
There's a void that you must fill with sorrow
Sometimes, in order to move forward, one must confront and acknowledge past pain and difficulties.
Just to make you feel less hollow
Acknowledging and releasing past hurts and disappointments can be cathartic and liberating.
I can't recall how did you ever fall
I am unsure how someone else could have lost their way or become disheartened.
And never learn to get back on your feet again
Instead of recovering from adversity, some people may continue to struggle and feel defeated.
You'll never learn to fly
If one does not overcome their obstacles and fears, they will never experience true freedom and possibility.
You're a rainbow without sun
Without the warmth and light of hope and motivation, one's aspirations and dreams may appear dull and lifeless.
There's nowhere you can run
One cannot escape the reality of their own struggles and limitations. Eventually, one must confront and overcome them.
Contributed by Nicholas I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.