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.
Legacy
Black Majesty Lyrics
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Show me a way which is divine
We're following paths where the blind leads the blind
If this world has fallen behind
Do we blame it on mankind?
For all the sins we've left behind
When will we rise again?
[Chorus]
On these sad wings we write this history
To leave behind our legacy
The future holds the key
that opens many doors
The choice is yours
Choose carefully
There's a light that guides our way
Close our eyes and we may say
We're only to blame if this world is in flames
Persevere 'til we can achieve
A harmonious reality
With open eyes what will we see?
Our rise again
[Chorus]
If you follow the path that your visions have seen
They'll be blinding your eyes
And then stealing your dreams
Don't confuse love with hate
You can follow the path
In which your heart believes you'll be sure to receive
All your dreams have foreseen
Now go and make that choice
[Chorus]
The lyrics to Black Majesty's "Legacy" explore the idea of humanity's responsibility in the state of the world. The song begins by acknowledging the confusion and uncertainty that exists in society, with people searching for a divine sign or direction to follow. However, the song also highlights the caution necessary when following others blindly, as it can lead to a world that has "fallen behind." The lyrics pose the question of who is to blame for these difficulties, suggesting that human beings need to take responsibility for their actions and "sins" if they hope to "rise again."
The chorus of the song is a call to action, acknowledging the key role that the present generation plays in shaping the future. The lyrics emphasize the importance of leaving behind a positive "legacy" for future generations, achieved only by making careful choices and working towards a harmonious reality. The lyrics urge listeners to recognize the power that they hold to make a difference in the world, with the final lines echoing the importance of personal choice and individual action.
Overall, "Legacy" offers a thought-provoking reflection on the complexities of modern society and the need for responsible and thoughtful action to create a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
We're all waiting for a sign
We are searching for a signal, a guide to illuminate our path
Show me a way which is divine
Please show me a route that is holy or godlike in nature
We're following paths where the blind leads the blind
We are blindly taking directions from other people who are also lost
If this world has fallen behind
If our society is lagging or not progressing
Do we blame it on mankind?
Do we hold humanity responsible for this issue?
For all the sins we've left behind
For all the wrongdoings we've committed in the past
When will we rise again?
When will we come back from this downfall?
[Chorus]
We strive to leave our mark on the world by penning our own legacy through our actions
The future holds the key
The upcoming days contain the solution
that opens many doors
That can unlock numerous opportunities
The choice is yours
You have the power to choose your fate
Choose carefully
Be cautious when making that decision, as it can influence your future
There's a light that guides our way
There's an illumination that serves as our guide
Close our eyes and we may say
If we shut our eyes, we can recognize
We're only to blame if this world is in flames
We are the only ones to blame if the world is chaotic
Persevere 'til we can achieve
Persist until we reach
A harmonious reality
A peaceful existence
With open eyes what will we see?
If we're conscious of this, what will we observe?
Our rise again
Our revival
If you follow the path that your visions have seen
If you pursue the course your dreams have shown you
They'll be blinding your eyes
They can obstruct your view
And then stealing your dreams
And then denying you the aspirations you desire.
Don't confuse love with hate
Don't mistake affection for hatred
You can follow the path
You can adopt that approach
In which your heart believes you'll be sure to receive
In which you have faith and are confident you will receive what you seek
All your dreams have foreseen
All that you've imagined is feasible
Now go and make that choice
Now go and select that option
[Chorus]
We strive to leave our mark on the world by penning our own legacy through our actions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HANNY MOHAMED, JOHN CAVALIERE, PAVAL KONVALINKA, STEVEN JANEVSKI
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