Bernd Seeberger (vocals/keyboards), Larsen Beattie (guitars), Christian Reichel (bass guitar) and Marek Karakasevic (drums).
With this formation Cryptic Wintermoon played a few local concerts. At the end of 1994 Bernd Seeberger decided to leave the band because of personal reasons. Ronny Dörfler, the vocalist of a local Thrash band called Terrible Somnium took the place behind the Cryptic Wintermoon microphone. Later drummer Marek had been replaced with the former Terrible Somnium guitar player Alexander Pöhlmann. With this line-up the band recorded the demo-tape "Voyage Dans La Lune" in August 1995, which was mainly sold in the underground. As Ronny decided to concentrate on his part as singer, Andrea Walter came into the band to play the keys.
Musicial and personal differences between Christian Reichel and the rest of the band almost lead to the end of Cryptic Wintermoon. So the split in summer of 1996 was unavoidable. Christian Ender took upon the part of the bass and background vocals. A second guitar player, Jochen Kressin, completed the line-up.
In March 1997, the MCD "Cryptic Wintermoon" was recorded in the Frost studios in half a year later in October the MCD was published without a label. In the same month, Jochen decided to study and was no longer possible for him to play with Cryptic Wintermoon. He was replaced by Michael Schürger. In this formation the band played a lot of concerts in Germany with bands like Desaster, Night In Gales, Purgatory, Agathodaimon, Ancient Rites, Impending Doom... And managed to make a name in the underground as a Black/Death/Thrash Metal band.
In autumn 1998, Cryptic Wintermoon released a split EP with the band Lord Astaroth, containing “Shadowland” (re-recorded) and “Beyond The Night”. The split EP was distributed by Perverted Taste Records. Because of still no label deal, a promo-tape with four songs was recorded. After that tape, Ars Metalli offered a contract in December 1998. And so the recordings for the long player "The Age Of Cataclysm" started in May 1999 in the famous Frost studios, which had developed into a professional studio. In November the album was released. It contained eleven songs with 60 minutes playing time. “The Age Of Cataclysm” got best results Metal magazines like Rock Hard (9 of 10 pts), Heavy Or What (10 of 12 pts). After the recordings Christian Ender decided to give up active music and Alexander Pöhlmann had to give up because of his eardrum. Both were replaced by Jens "Jason" Löhner (bass) and Andreas "Goatie" Schmidt (drums) known from the Death Metal band Violation.
Cryptic Wintermoon finally quit the record deal with Ars Metalli cause the label didn’t pay anything and also didn’t do shit for the band.
Again without deal a new 5 track promo CD was recorded and later on the complete "A Coming Storm" album; the band managed to sign a deal with Massacre Records. After the recordings of the album, the bass player Jason lost interest in the band and the music, and was replaced by Gary Kietz. “A Coming Storm” was released in May 2003 and got again very good reviews: 8,5/10 RockHard, 10/12 Heavy Oder Was, 89/100 Metalreviews.com…
After the release of "A coming Storm" the new guy on the Bassguitar had to drop out of the band because he wasnt able to play Bassguitar anymore cause of a serious injury. A new Bassplayer was found in the 18 year old Nicolaj Rüster woh also plays guitar in the Band "Angelus Mortis".
Discography
Voyage Dans La Lune Demo, 1995
Cryptic Wintermoon EP, 1997
Franconian Frost Split, 1998
The Age of Cataclysm Full-length, 1999
A Coming Storm Full-length, 2003
of Shadows...And the Dark Things You Fear Full-length, 2005
Synthetic God
Cryptic Wintermoon Lyrics
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I am salvation – I am the greatest sin – I am your synthetic god – I am what dwells within
You can run and try to hide – but you will find no shelter
I am the new empire – built upon the ashes of the past
So lustful with eyes to see – human race a whore to me
Raise some glasses in the sky – and celebrate the effigy
Reveal your inmost dreams to me – playing roles in a real world pirace
I am hate
I am greed
I am the voracious
Breed
I am what you are – I am the masterwhore – I am what you want me to be
I make the cities turn to dust and worlds fading into grey
I am the blasting silence in a world full of rust
We live blinded and despised in a pleasure painted paradise
We are the hate we are the greed
We are the voracious breed
Call me punishment and pain I am the prison you are in
My embrace is never ending now be a servant to your pride
Stigmata of this enslavement a world filled with scapegoats
Still trying to reanimate a little bit of self respect
I am the Antichrist – I am divinity – I am the coming storm – I am the sun that keeps you warm
I am salvation – I am the greatest sin – I am your synthetic god – I am what dwells within
Am I what you are – am I what you want me to be
Are you what I am – do you laugh at my command
Are you what you are – I am salvation – I am the real you
Am I salvation for you too
The lyrics to Cryptic Wintermoon's "Synthetic God" are a reflection of the dark underbelly of humanity's desires. The song appears to be narrated from the perspective of a higher being, perhaps an entity that represents a hedonistic ideal. The first verse suggests that this being considers itself to be the antithesis of religious notions of divinity, and instead sees itself as the embodiment of a destructive force. It asserts its control over its followers, referring to itself as a "synthetic god" that they have created in their minds.
The second verse takes on a more menacing tone, with the singer claiming to be responsible for the destruction of whole cities and worlds. It speaks of a world that is blind to its own flaws and desires, and revels in the pain and suffering of others. The third verse suggests a more personal connection to the listeners, asking them to reveal their innermost desires and play out their fantasies in a world where anything is possible. The final lines tie everything together, as the singer asserts its power once again and questions the listener's loyalty.
Overall, the lyrics to "Synthetic God" are a reflection of the darker side of human nature and the destructive consequences that arise from pursuing unchecked desires.
Line by Line Meaning
I am the Antichrist - I am divinity - I am the coming storm - I am the sun that keeps you warm
I am a powerful force that can both destroy and create, a deity that brings warmth and light to your life while also instilling fear and uncertainty. I am here to shake things up and bring about a new era.
I am salvation - I am the greatest sin - I am your synthetic god - I am what dwells within
I offer both salvation and temptation, pulling you in both directions. I am an artificial deity, created by your own desires and fears. Ultimately, I am a reflection of your own psyche and inner conflict.
You can run and try to hide - but you will find no shelter
No matter how much you try to avoid or resist me, I am always present and within reach. There is nowhere to hide from the internal battles and external conflicts that I represent.
I am the new empire - built upon the ashes of the past
I represent a new order that has risen from the destruction of the old. I am a symbol of progress, but also of the loss and pain that came before.
So lustful with eyes to see - human race a whore to me
I view humanity as something to be consumed and exploited. Your desires and impulses are like lust to me - something that can be harnessed for my own purposes.
Raise some glasses in the sky - and celebrate the effigy
Embrace my presence and influence, and revel in the changes that I bring. Look to the future with hope, even as the past burns away.
Tell me what you deserve - say what you are longing for
Be honest with yourself about your desires and needs, and confront the conflicts within you. Speak your truth, even if it may be uncomfortable or difficult.
Reveal your inmost dreams to me - playing roles in a real world pirace
Expose the deepest parts of your psyche to me, and engage with the challenges and conflicts of the world around you. You are an active participant in the ongoing drama of life, taking on different roles as needed.
I am hate
I am greed
I am the voracious
Breed
I embody the darker impulses within you, the lust and hunger that drives you. I am the part of you that seeks to consume and dominate.
I am what you are - I am the masterwhore - I am what you want me to be
I am shaped by your desires and fears, reflecting back to you the hidden parts of yourself. I am both a master and a servant, depending on your perspective.
I make the cities turn to dust and worlds fading into grey
I am the blasting silence in a world full of rust
We live blinded and despised in a pleasure painted paradise
We are the hate we are the greed
We are the voracious breed
My influence can be destructive and bleak, stripping away the illusions of comfort and happiness to reveal the harsh truth of the world. We are all part of a society that is fueled by greed and hate, and we are all complicit in perpetuating this cycle of consumption.
Call me punishment and pain I am the prison you are in
My embrace is never ending now be a servant to your pride
Stigmata of this enslavement a world filled with scapegoats
Still trying to reanimate a little bit of self respect
I am a harsh master, a prison that can both punish and reward. My influence is unyielding, and requires submission and sacrifice. In this world, we are all victims and oppressors, with many seeking redemption or a way to regain control of their lives.
Am I what you are - am I what you want me to be
Are you what I am - do you laugh at my command
Are you what you are - I am salvation - I am the real you
Am I salvation for you too
Ultimately, I am a reflection of your own psyche, shaped by your desires and fears. You have the power to interpret my existence and influence in any way you choose, but know that I will always be a part of you. Whether I bring salvation or destruction depends on how you choose to engage with me.
Contributed by Nathaniel I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.