The band's journey began in January 2000 when guitarists Johan Blomström and Tobias Olsson, along with original vocalist Niklas Svensson, formed the group under the moniker "Stigmata." Two demos, "Painreceiver" and "Tribute to Chaos," were released by 2002, with the latter catching the attention of Italy-based Scarlet Records. As a result of this new record deal, the band officially adopted the name Blinded Colony. In 2003, they self-produced their full-length debut album, "Divine," released on Scarlet Records with additional distribution in Japan through Soundholic Records. The band later amicably parted ways with Scarlet Records, marking the introduction of new vocalist Johan Schuster.
Blinded Colony took charge of their musical destiny, opting to record their second full-length album, "Bedtime Prayers," independently in 2006 at their home studio, SoundPalace. This decision aimed to preserve the band's organic sound while sidestepping external influences. The album featured tracks like "In Here," "Need," "Aaron’s Sons," "Bedtime Prayers," as well as the singles "Heart" and "Once Bitten, Twice Shy." Their promotional efforts included using online platforms such as Myspace, Helgon, and Garageband. The band collaborated with director Thomas Tjäder (In Flames) for music videos, planning to captivate audiences not only sonically but also visually.
Blinded Colony's commitment to their unique sound and refusal to succumb to Swedish metal clichés set them apart. Their determination led them to share stages with international acts like Hammerfall, Dark Tranquillity, Evergrey, and Mercenary. With their Pivotal Rockordings worldwide debut slated for January 12th in Europe and January 9th, worldwide, Blinded Colony embarked on a European tour in early 2007, poised to make a significant impact on the global metal scene.
The band wrapped up the 'Outcasts Over Europe' tour, supporting Ektomorf and former Scarlet Records label-mates Kayser, again, in 2007. They have also shared stages with notable acts like Sonic Syndicate and Dark Tranquillity.
In 2010, Blinded Colony changed their name to The Blinded and began a new discography.
Pretend
Blinded Colony Lyrics
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And I think you know, still you feel the need to pretend
Over and done, so tired of everything
I'm not the one but it doesn't mean anything
I'll never be the one you need
And I wont lie, I never try
You'll remember me as incomplete
Many mistakes but no lessons learned
All of your heartaches are none of my concern
I won't look back, I have no regrets
Never ever crack, no matter how bad it gets
I'll never be...
You're gonna have to make it alone
The lyrics to Blinded Colony's song Pretend describe the aftermath of a relationship that has ended. The singer acknowledges that the relationship is over and there is no going back. However, they also note that despite the finality of the breakup, the other person still feels the need to pretend that everything is okay. The singer suggests that the other person knows deep down that it's over, but they continue to cling onto the relationship anyway.
The singer uses strong language to emphasize their own emotional detachment from the situation. They state that they are not the one who the other person needs, but that it doesn't matter to them. They reject the idea of trying to be something they're not and accept that they'll never be enough for the other person. The singer even goes so far as to say that they won't mind being remembered as incomplete because they never tried anyway.
The song suggests a sense of finality and acceptance. Despite the pain and mistakes that may have been made, the singer is ready to move forward without the other person. They encourage the other person to do the same, stating that they will have to make it alone. Overall, the song is a reflection on the difficulties of letting go after a relationship has ended and the importance of accepting reality in order to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Just let it go, it's over it's dead
Accept that it is finished and there is no point in holding on to it anymore.
And I think you know, still you feel the need to pretend
Despite acknowledging the truth, you still pretend to be unaware of it to maintain your comfort zone.
Over and done, so tired of everything
Tired of everything that has happened and want to get over with it.
I'm not the one but it doesn't mean anything
Although I am not the one you are looking for, it doesn't make much of a difference.
I'll never be the one you need
I know that you need someone else, and I am not that person.
And I wont lie, I never try
I will not lie to you that I tried to be that person. Because in reality, I never did.
You'll remember me as incomplete
You will only recall me as someone who was incapable of fulfilling your needs.
But I won't mind cuz I never try
It does not matter to me much because I never made any effort to be what you wanted.
Many mistakes but no lessons learned
Despite committing numerous mistakes, you have failed to learn anything from them.
All of your heartaches are none of my concern
I am not concerned about the heartaches that you have been experiencing because of my mistakes.
I won't look back, I have no regrets
I will not dwell on the past and regret what I did or did not do.
Never ever crack, no matter how bad it gets
I will stay strong and not break down no matter how tough the situation gets.
You're gonna have to make it alone
You will have to deal with the consequences of the choices that you make on your own.
Contributed by Grace R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
K. E.
Thx for the upload!
Maniahg
Lol:) The EP is not free anymore you better change that!
SicRights
@Maniahg Lol yeah Ik. I'll get around to it sooner or later.