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1. Blindside is a post-hardcore/alternative rock band from Stockholm. They formed in 1994 as "Underfree" and kept that name for two years before releasing their debut EP in 1996.
In 1997, Tooth and Nail Records got a hold of the EP and signed Blindside. The first album, which was self-titled (Blindside), was released to American audiences. This album had quite a raw, punk rock feel and was well-received by fans of P.O.D. and Mr. Bungle.
In 1998, Tooth and Nail Records issued a new EP: Empty Box.
In 2000, A Thought Crushed My Mind was released. This album explored a harsher, more hardcore side than the band's debut, and vocalist/chief lyricist Christian Lindskog also voiced his pain of missing his wife, Elina, while touring. Due to lackluster sales of the two albums, it would be Blindside's final album for Solid State. P.O.D. began actively endorsing Blindside and signed them to Elektra Records under the imprint 3 Points.
2002 saw the release of Blindside's next album, Silence. It generated minor hits such as "Sleepwalking", "Pitiful" and "Caught a Glimpse". In 2003, they toured with Hoobastank to support the album. Some fans consider this their best work yet, as it perfectly meshes Christian's beautiful vocal melodies with the band's dramatic, crunchy instrumentation.
In 2004, About a Burning Fire was released. It has generated a minor hit in "All of Us". In late 2004, it was announced that Blindside was leaving Elektra Records per the band's request. This album showed the band toying with their diversity, as they threw in techno elements in "Where The Sun Never Dies" and yodeling Swedish vocals in the ethereal "Shekina". "Shekina" was used on WWE DVD Cheating Death, Stealing Life - The Eddie Guerrero Story.
In 2003, the Warner Music Group was sold to private investors, and employees lost jobs as a result. Therefore, the label couldn't support them anymore. Thankfully the Blindside Union and P.O.D. Warriors are doing more than enough to help out. Blindside sold out five of the shows they headlined in 2004.
In 2005, Blindside re-released their first two albums, with bonus tracks added to them, with new cover art. A DVD, entitled Ten Years Running Blind, was released on June 21, 2005, and a new album, The Great Depression, was released on August 2, 2005.
The Great Depression saw Blindside experimenting with many more genres than they previously had. Many jazzy elements were incorporated, such as in the spiritually uplifting "My Alibi" and the dreamy, ethereal "City Lights". A couple of guest vocalists were even incorporated, namely Ilkka from Benea Reach, a Norwegian metalcore band. Ilkka's vocals dueled Christian Lindskog's in "Come to Rest". Jan Jämte of Khoma also did work on the comforting ballad "You Must Be Bleeding Under Your Eyelids". Many fans consider The Great Depression the band's most experimental work to date.
Blindside parted ways with their record company in 2007 and released a new EP, The Black Rose EP, on June 27, 2007. The EP was an independent release available only as a download from the band's website. It contains 8 songs, 5 brand new recordings plus 3 live tracks recorded at the 'Hultsfred Festival' in Sweden in 2006.
Currently, Blindside is working on a recording contract with a new label and is hoping to release The Black Rose EP to wider US distribution eventually in the future.
Recently, Christian Lindskog started a solo acoustic project called Lindforest (a 6 translation of his surname) along with Simon Grenehed playing a few unrecorded songs at minor gigs locally.
Members:
Christian Lindskog
Simon Grenehed
Tomas Näslund
Marcus Dahlström
midnight
Blindside Lyrics
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And I'm walking with a cane
Seek, seek you can be unique
But whatever you do don't let your inside out
But I've got to take a leak
And I know You're alive
And you know I will always try
I could never care less about
I'll keep my human spirit alive
Man I'm so weak
Come on over here I'll let you have a peek
Inside my heart cause you're the one I seek
I know I'm slow but wherever I go
I hear your steps echo
And I know You're alive
And I'll give my heart to survive
This world has nothing to offer a human soul
Reaching for the sky
So Father of light
Keep my human spirit alive
Will I try to hide away in the secret space of my heart
Will I try in time
Will I try with my feet on the ground of shadows
But my hands towards the light
Will I try in time
Your eyes
Are always there
Your eyes
Are what I came for
Your eyes
Drive away my fear
Your eyes
I could just stand there and adore
Stop just right there
Everything has to stop to steal time
For whom I want to be near
Yes I do care and I love the love we share
And I know You're alive
I'll give my heart to survive
This world has nothing to offer a human soul
Reaching for the sky
So Father of light
Keep this human spirit alive
Will I try to hide away in the secret space of my heart
Will I try in time
Will I try with my feet on the ground of shadows
But my hands towards the light
Will I try in time
Seems there is nothing to remind me of peace down here
So how come that all I feel is joy
The lyrics to Blindside's song "Midnight" showcase a theme of introspection and spirituality. The opening lines express the fast-paced and chaotic nature of the world, while the singer himself walks with a cane, suggesting a slow and deliberate pace. He encourages seekers to embrace their uniqueness, but also cautions against revealing too much of themselves to the world. Despite this, he acknowledges his own physical needs, such as the need to take a leak, but ultimately recognizes the importance of keeping his human spirit alive.
The song then shifts to a more personal reflection, as the singer reveals his vulnerability to a loved one. He admits to being weak, but also trusts this person enough to let them have a peek into his heart. He hears their steps echoing wherever he goes, representing their constant presence in his life. He then reaffirms his faith in God, noting that he knows God is alive and he will always try to keep his own spirit alive.
The chorus repeats this sentiment, stating that the world has nothing to offer a human soul reaching for the sky, and asking God to keep this human spirit alive. The final verse poses a rhetorical question about trying to hide away in the secret space of the heart, but ultimately resolves to try with both feet on the ground of shadows and hands towards the light.
Line by Line Meaning
Fast lane, sane, insane this world is running
This world moves quickly, sometimes sensibly, sometimes not
And I'm walking with a cane
I move slower, struggling with my own limitations
Seek, seek you can be unique
Find your own path, find what sets you apart
But whatever you do don't let your inside out
Don't let the world break your spirit, don't let it see your inner self
But I've got to take a leak
I have needs and urge that I cannot hide
And I know You're alive
I have faith that there is a higher power at work in this world
And you know I will always try
I will always strive to do better, to be better
I could never care less about
I do not value material things or worldly success
What this world has to offer if the price is to die
I am not willing to sacrifice my life or my values for worldly success
I'll keep my human spirit alive
I will hold onto my humanity, my integrity, and my individuality
Man I'm so weak
I am vulnerable, I am imperfect
Come on over here I'll let you have a peek
I will share my vulnerabilities with those I trust
Inside my heart cause you're the one I seek
I am searching for true connection and companionship
I know I'm slow but wherever I go
I may not move quickly, but I am persistent
I hear your steps echo
I feel your presence even when you are not physically nearby
Your eyes
Your love, your energy, your spirit
Are always there
I am comforted by the knowledge that your love and energy are constant
Drive away my fear
Your love and energy give me the courage to face my fears
I could just stand there and adore
I am in awe of your love and energy
Stop just right there
I want to pause time and savor this moment
Everything has to stop to steal time
I want to prioritize what truly matters, to make time for what is important
For whom I want to be near
I want to be with the person or people who matter most to me
Yes I do care and I love the love we share
I value connection and the love I share with others
Will I try to hide away in the secret space of my heart
Will I retreat into myself and isolate from the world in fear?
Will I try in time
Will I make an effort to face my fears and connect with the world?
Will I try with my feet on the ground of shadows
Will I face my fears head-on, even when it is difficult?
But my hands towards the light
Will I continue to reach for the light, the love, the energy, even in the face of darkness?
Seems there is nothing to remind me of peace down here
The world can often feel chaotic and overwhelming
So how come that all I feel is joy
Despite the chaos, I am filled with joy and hope in the power of love and connection
So Father of light
A reference to a higher power, who embodies love, energy, and hope
Keep my human spirit alive
I pray for the strength to keep my humanity, my integrity, and my individuality alive
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CHRISTIAN THELL LINDSKOG, MARCUS TOBIAS DAHLSTROEM, SIMON FRANK GRENEHED, TOMAS NILS NAESLUND
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