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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
sunrise
Blindside Lyrics
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I can hear you knocking
That day for the first time
I heard you scream out loud
I watched you
As the door stood silent, so did you
This thing will not go away
But some thing trying to stick around
But didn't something just break that day?
You don't have to say
I think you're on your way home
Better not tell sunrise
You're gonna go down tonight
Better not tell sunrise
Cause you know it'll be back
Better not tell sunrise
You're gonna go back tonight
Cause you know it'll be back
In the next morning flight
Back off, back off
But lately someone's been pounding on your heart
So why not?
Just blame it all on the agony
But still know that someone has to come and get it now
For so long has been apart
So correct me if i'm wrong
But didn't i see your eyes
Searching for the sky
You don't have to say
I think you're on your way home
Better not tell sunrise...
The song "Sunrise" by Blindside is a hauntingly beautiful track that speaks of a person's struggle with their inner demons, and their need to find a way to overcome them. The opening lines, "Back off, back off, I can hear you knocking," serve as a warning to the voices in their head that are trying to drag them down. The singer then describes how they heard the person scream out loud and watched as they stood there, silent and frozen in fear. They know that something has broken inside this person, and though they're not sure what, they're there to support them through it.
As the song progresses, the singer urges the person to let go of their pain and embrace the hope that comes with a new day. The lines "But lately someone's been pounding on your heart, so why not? Just blame it all on the agony, but still know that someone has to come and get it now" show that the person has been struggling with their emotions for a while, but that they need to reach out for help. The final refrain, "Better not tell sunrise, you're gonna go down tonight, cause you know it'll be back in the next morning flight," serves as a reminder that the demons won't go away overnight, but that there is always hope for a new day.
Overall, "Sunrise" is a powerful song that speaks to the struggles that so many people face. It's a reminder that there is always hope, even in the darkest of times, and that with the support of others, we can overcome our inner demons and find a way to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Back off, back off
I am aware of your presence and need some space
I can hear you knocking
I am aware of your attempts to get my attention
That day for the first time
The day in question was the first time something significant happened
I heard you scream out loud
I heard you express your emotions loudly
I watched you
I observed your actions closely
As the door stood silent, so did you
Both the door and you were silent, perhaps hesitant to speak up
This thing will not go away
Whatever has happened is not easily forgettable and will have lasting effects
But some thing trying to stick around
Despite efforts to move on, something seems to be holding on
So correct me if i'm wrong
Please feel free to correct me if I am mistaken
But didn't something just break that day?
It seems something significant happened and a metaphorical 'something' may have been broken
You don't have to say
You do not have to verbally confirm or deny anything
I think you're on your way home
It seems like you are moving towards resolution or closure
Better not tell sunrise
Perhaps keep quiet about what happened to avoid consequences
You're gonna go down tonight
You may face negative consequences for your actions
Cause you know it'll be back
The same issues or problems may reoccur
You're gonna go back tonight
You may revisit certain emotions or events
Cause you know it'll be back
The same issues or problems may reoccur
In the next morning flight
Perhaps a new day will bring new opportunities for resolution or change
But lately someone's been pounding on your heart
Recently, you have been dealing with intense emotions
So why not?
Perhaps it is worth exploring or addressing those emotions
Just blame it all on the agony
Perhaps you can attribute the intense emotions to moments of pain or struggle
But still know that someone has to come and get it now
It may require the help or support of others to move forward and heal
For so long has been apart
The singer has been separated or distant from someone or something for a long time
But didn't i see your eyes
The artist noticed changes in the other person's demeanor or behavior
Searching for the sky
The other person may be looking for hope or a brighter future
Contributed by Penelope D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@yamkela
wow. this is older than the version i have. where did you get this?
@sergeantrhopwnzoncss
I have it over here, it's called "Blindside 7 Inch (Limited Vinyl)"; the newer version you know is on A Thought Crushed My Mind.
@Rawk4Life
Wow, is this before their Solid State days?