After releasing their first single in 2012, BRIDEAR has been unrelenting. Performing across Japan, the band developed a dedicated following which continued to grow with their first EP Overturn the Doom, and the follow up hit single and popular music video “Light in the Dark.” International audiences soon discovered the video online creating a massive buzz and passionate global hard rock/metal audience.
Following the 2016 release of their first full-length album BARYTE, the group continued to perform across their home country gaining a reputation for excellent musicianship and engaging live performances. In 2017, BRIDEAR performed in Europe for the first time and appeared at major conventions such as Mondocon in Budapest, Hungry and Made in Asia in Brussels, Belgium supporting their EP HELIX. Having performed in 11 countries, BRIDEAR has worked to build their fan base in the West while becoming a major label act in Japan, attracting AVEX TRAX for their 2019 album Expose Your Emotions. On October 5th 2019, BRIDEAR performed in London at METAL MATSURI, the first all J-metal festival outside of Japan, with a stunning set winning more international fans and gaining press attention in their home country for the memorable performance.
In early 2021, BRIDEAR joined UK-based label SETSUZOKU RECORDS. The band's latest album, Bloody Bride, was BRIDEAR's first official international release. The album recieved incredible reviews from international music media, and drew the attention of such publications as Metal Hammer and Guitar Player magazine. In September 2021, The epic 8-minute prog masterpeice 'Brave New World Revisited' was then released as a digital single, encapuslating the band's incredible versatility and technical wizardry.
In September 2021, BRIDEAR became the first artist from Japan to tour internationally since the onset of the global COVID-19 situation. The tour was a triumphant return to the international stage displaying the band's bravery and will to overcome the odds and reclaim live music in a 'Brave New World'.
May 2022 will see the international release of the brand-new album Aegis of Athena—a blistering 11-track opus perfectly blending traditional heavy metal, progressive arrangements, and addictive J-rock hooks. With ambitions at an all-time high, BRIDEAR is set to further their international reach in 2022 and beyond.
Current lineup:
Vo.KIMI
Ba.晴琉（HARU）
Gt. MOE
Gt. Ayumi
Dr. Natsumi
Former members:
Gt.美彩季 (MISAKI) - on Hiatus as of July 2022
Gt.美弦（MITSURU）
Gt.Misa
Dr.KAI
Thread Of The Light
Bridear Lyrics
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I begin to walk by groping
I felt from where
That your voice was audible
Since when had it lost? Your warmth
it must have been in the side
If it goes where,
it will follow and stick
Saigo made mitsuke rarenakatta
Futari o sukuu kotoba
Bukiyou demo tsunagu hikari no ito
Ima wa todokanai
There is no star in the night sky
Sameta sora miage
Two constellation endlessly felt far
Thread of the light,
which a key doesn't have either and it
Connects awkwardly
Inside of darkness
I begin to walk by groping
And it goes where,
it will follow and stick
Eien nante kotoha
Futari no mae de muryokude
Bukiyou demo tsunagu hikari no ito
Kiminitodoke tai
In when is visible to the night sky
Looked up at? Rescue you
Night sky is looked up at by you and me
I would like to
Mince the eternal time as it is
Kagayaku you ni
In when is visible to the night sky
Looked up at? Rescue you
Night sky is looked up at by you and me
I would like to
Mince the eternal time as it is
Kagayaku you ni
The lyrics of BRIDEAR's song "Thread of the Light" talk about a person who is trying to find their way in darkness, trying to stay connected to something or someone they have lost. The darkness could be related to emotional struggles, where they are trying to find a way to cope with the loss of warmth and comfort that a relationship used to provide. The person is groping and looking for the familiar voice that they once heard, hoping to follow it and stay connected.
The song talks about the desire to save someone, but being unable to find the right words or actions to do so. The lyrics mention a thread of light that awkwardly connects two people, but also mentions how this thread doesn't have a key - perhaps implying that the connection is tenuous and fragile. The song ends with a desire to cherish the eternal time that they have with the person they want to save, wanting to make it shine like the night sky.
Overall, the lyrics of "Thread of the Light" are poetic and expressive, capturing the emotions of someone who is trying to keep a connection alive in the midst of darkness and struggle.
Line by Line Meaning
Inside of darkness
Amidst the darkness
I begin to walk by groping
I start to walk blindly
I felt from where
I sensed the direction
That your voice was audible
That I could hear your voice
Since when had it lost? Your warmth
When did I lose your warmth?
it must have been in the side
It must have been nearby
If it goes where,
If it goes there
it will follow and stick
I will follow it
There is no star in the night sky
The night sky is empty
Sameta sora miage
I look up at the cold sky
Two constellation endlessly felt far
Two constellations seem endlessly far away
Thread of the light,
A thread of light
which a key doesn't have either and it
Which doesn't require a key
Connects awkwardly
Is connected somewhat clumsily
Inside of darkness
Amidst the darkness
I begin to walk by groping
I start to walk blindly
And it goes where,
I'll follow it wherever it goes
it will follow and stick
I will follow it and stay close
Eien nante kotoha
Eternity is nothing
Futari no mae de muryokude
Powerless before us
Bukiyou demo tsunagu hikari no ito
A thread of light awkwardly connects us
Kiminitodoke tai
I want to reach you
In when is visible to the night sky
When we gaze up at the night sky
Looked up at? Rescue you
I gaze up, hoping to rescue you
Night sky is looked up at by you and me
You and I both gaze up at the night sky
I would like to
I want to
Mince the eternal time as it is
Cut through eternity as it is
Kagayaku you ni
So that it shines
Contributed by Muhammad D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Chinccw
Thread of the Light
Bridear
Inside of darkness
I begin to walk by groping
I felt from where
That your voice was audible
Since when had it lost? Your warmth
it must have been in the side
If it goes where,
it will follow and stick
Saigo made mitsuke rarenakatta
Futari o sukuu kotoba
Bukiyou demo tsunagu hikari no ito
Ima wa todokanai
There is no star in the night sky
Sameta sora miage
Two constellation endlessly felt far
Thread of the light,
which a key doesn't have either and it
Connects awkwardly
Inside of darkness
I begin to walk by groping
And it goes where,
it will follow and stick
Eien nante kotoha
Futari no mae de muryokude
Bukiyou demo tsunagu hikari no ito
Kiminitodoke tai
In when is visible to the night sky
Looked up at? Rescue you
Night sky is looked up at by you and me
I would like to
Mince the eternal time as it is
Kagayaku you ni
In when is visible to the night sky
Looked up at? Rescue you
Night sky is looked up at by you and me
I would like to
Mince the eternal time as it is
Kagayaku you ni
Teik Poh See
It's such a pity that Misa and Mitsuru left the band, they were an awesome pair of twin leads. Every now and then, I come back to listen to this song and it gets better all the time.
Pavel N.
I can't stop to listen to this! Aaa! 本当にかっこいぃ！
Kiwamura Les fleurs du mal
Amo esta cancion y video, de vez en cuando me lo vuelvo a ver <3
Hector Gonzalez
This is the best line up of Bridear I've ever heard. Too bad the guitar player is gone. She had technique in the stratosphere. I am floored. I had never seen this. Simply amazing.
WaterWalker
F'n hell, where has this been hiding all these years? Right under my nose apparently. This is great !!!
Jose Velasquez
This band is so amazing!!
Chinccw
Thread of the Light
Bridear
Inside of darkness
I begin to walk by groping
I felt from where
That your voice was audible
Since when had it lost? Your warmth
it must have been in the side
If it goes where,
it will follow and stick
Saigo made mitsuke rarenakatta
Futari o sukuu kotoba
Bukiyou demo tsunagu hikari no ito
Ima wa todokanai
There is no star in the night sky
Sameta sora miage
Two constellation endlessly felt far
Thread of the light,
which a key doesn't have either and it
Connects awkwardly
Inside of darkness
I begin to walk by groping
And it goes where,
it will follow and stick
Eien nante kotoha
Futari no mae de muryokude
Bukiyou demo tsunagu hikari no ito
Kiminitodoke tai
In when is visible to the night sky
Looked up at? Rescue you
Night sky is looked up at by you and me
I would like to
Mince the eternal time as it is
Kagayaku you ni
In when is visible to the night sky
Looked up at? Rescue you
Night sky is looked up at by you and me
I would like to
Mince the eternal time as it is
Kagayaku you ni
A. Ady
Yeah merci
Ronin
Very nice, heavy riffs, powerful vocals, I am highly impressed. I don't know if it's me but seems they have some musical taste such as Iron Maiden, And a few others, and possibly a little bit of Avenged Sevenfold, and molded it into their own style.
alienfist
I strongly appreciate new bands like this one! Long life BRIDEAR!