Since 1992, DARKSEED have constantly been part of the German Gothic Metal Scene which they have decisively formed by releasing two innovative demos (Sharing the Grave 1992, Darksome Thoughts 1993) and their first real outputs (“Romantic Tales” Mini-CD 1994, “Midnight Solemnly Dance” CD 1996).
From the early beginnings the band tried and kept evolving, so it wasn’t surprising that the album “Spellcraft“ (1997, Nuclear Blast) - featuring sheer power and gloomy melodies - was well received, even internationally. Born in 1999 after extensive touring across Europe, the album "Give Me Light" (Nuclear Blast) prepared the way for further development, elaborated by the following releases: a catchy mixture between atmospheric electronics and attractive melodies. "Diving Into Darkness" (2000, Nuclear Blast) and "Astral Adventures" (2003, Massacre Records) as logical consequences attracted the interest of a broadly based worldwide audience.
After more than 10 dark years, some side-projects and therefore a remarkable number of releases, Stefan Hertrich, singer and founder of DARKSEED, indulged in a yearlong creative time-out - just to return in 2004, packed with a bundle of new songs and bursting of energy. The result: 13 songs, as usual produced by the band in guitarist Thomas Herrmann´s Helion Studios and self-confidently entitled “Ultimate Darkness”.
“Ultimate Darkness” means uncompromising deep guitars, complex electronics to create an atmospheric background, melodic and gloomy vocals and an unmistakable hard voice breaking through, wrapped in catchy song structures.
The textual spectrum is not defined by blood and roses, but by omnipresent universal and individual problems. DARKSEED politicize without being importunate or instructing. Entertaining music woven with thoughtfulness, social criticism and poetry merge to a merciless musical wall. Ultimate darkness is knocking at your door January 2005 and it’s on you whether you let it in or not.
Bandleader Stefan Hertrich leaves Darkseed in the beginning of August 2006. He will concentrate to his other bands Shiva in Exile and SpiRitual.
After this were lots of fans and the aquired taste the oppinion, it's the band's end. Rathermore this matter of fact was a time for some rearrangements inside the band. After the brilliant show at Helion-Festival on 4th of oktober 2008, the definite line-up of Darkseed was fixed:
- Harald Winkler/ vocals (ex-drummer of Darkseed)
- Thomas Herrmann/ guitar, recording, productions
- Tom Gilcher/ lead guitar
- Michael Behnke/ bass
- Armin Dörfler/ keyboard
- Maurizio Guolo/ drums
New album "Poison Awaits" was released on July 2010.
Hold Me
Darkseed Lyrics
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Leaves all night and day
Clouds with colors grey
But I still delight
Mirror's magic sight
When the moon is overhead
Snow and fire-love I see
Love I see
I use my brain, now I see
The wild stream brought me far away
Witchcraft's aim is what I need
Rivers drowning lands
Paleness, swan-like ends
Wandrers searching light
From morn to night
And I grew both deaf and blind
Damned to leave - unskilled to find
Dark shores no ships has ever seen
Ever seen
The leaves upon my fallen life
Before I reached the calling side
Reading magic books I died
Hold me - hold me
to reach heaven, not hell
Free me - free me
from cold eyes' farewell
Hold me - hold me
is my wisdom here?
Free me - free me
from my deep, dark fear
The lyrics to Darkseed's song Hold Me convey a sense of sadness, despair and loneliness. The song is about someone lost in an unfamiliar and dark world, searching for love and light. The singer feels disconnected from the world around them, feeling as though they are wandering aimlessly without finding any meaning or purpose.
The imagery in the song is powerful: "leaves all night and day" and "clouds with colors gray" create a melancholy, desolate landscape. Mirrors are referred to as "magic sight" which suggests that the singer is clinging to illusions rather than facing reality. The moon is a recurring theme, representing both hope and despair, as the singer crosses nights that are "forever sad" but manages to see "snow and fire-love".
The final verse is particularly poignant, as the singer is searching for hold, freedom, and wisdom as they face the unknown. The chorus conveys a sense of desperation as they are imploring someone to hold them to reach heaven instead of hell.
Overall, the song is a powerful expression of feeling lost, isolated and disconnected from the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Leaves all night and day
The singer is surrounded by vegetation, even in the dark and daylight hours.
Clouds with colors grey
The singer sees grey-colored clouds in the sky.
But I still delight
Despite the gloomy surroundings, the singer is still able to find joy in things.
Mirror's magic sight
The artist sees something mystical in their reflection on a mirror.
When the moon is overhead
The artist notices the moon's presence above them.
I cross nights forever sad
The singer moves through depressing nights frequently.
Snow and fire-love I see
The singer sees both cold and warm things, suggesting they see both good and bad in the world.
Love I see
Love is present in the artist's surroundings.
I use my brain, now I see
The artist has gained wisdom through mental effort.
The wild stream brought me far away
The artist has traveled a long distance, likely facing obstacles along the way.
Witchcraft's aim is what I need
The singer may be seeking the help of mystical forces for their aim.
Rivers drowning lands
The river floods the land, causing damage.
Paleness, swan-like ends
Something has come to a graceful, but potentially foreboding end.
Wandrers searching light
Wanderers are searching for hope or a way forward.
From morn to night
The wanderers' search lasts all day.
And I grew both deaf and blind
The artist has lost their senses, perhaps to an overwhelming experience.
Damned to leave - unskilled to find
The artist is cursed to leave but unable to find their way or destination.
Dark shores no ships has ever seen
The singer is isolated and in an unfamiliar or uncharted place.
The leaves upon my fallen life
The leaves lay on top of the singer's struggles and failures.
Before I reached the calling side
The artist may have had a spiritual awakening before achieving something important.
Reading magic books I died
The artist learned something new through reading, but their old self has died.
Hold me - hold me
The artist is seeking comfort and support.
to reach heaven, not hell
The singer wants a positive outcome, not a negative one.
Free me - free me
The artist wants to be set free from something weighing them down.
from cold eyes' farewell
The singer wants to be freed from the pain of losing someone or something important to them.
Hold me - hold me
The singer repeats their request for comfort and support.
is my wisdom here?
The singer questions whether they have the necessary wisdom or knowledge to succeed.
Free me - free me
The artist again asks for release from their struggles.
from my deep, dark fear
The artist is afraid and hopes to find a way to overcome that fear.
Contributed by Jacob G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Cana
Leaves all night and day
Clouds with colors grey
But I still delight
Mirror's magic sight
When the moon is overhead
I cross nights forever sad
Snow and fire-love I see
Love I see
I use my brain, now I see
The wild stream brought me far away
Witchcraft's aim is what I need
Rivers drowning lands
Paleness, swan-like ends
Wanderers searching light
From morn to night
And I grew both deaf and blind
Damned to leave - unskilled to find
Dark shores no ships has ever seen
Ever seen
The leaves upon my fallen life
Before I reached the calling side
Reading magic books I died
Hold me - hold me
To reach heaven, not hell
Free me - free me
From cold eyes' farewell
Hold me - hold me
Is my wisdom here?
Free me - free me
From my deep, dark fear
Elena Sandu
Common this song is so good , Darkseed is my band .
Lolip0p
Epic great song!
TheaterX
Great famale voice. Great song
Carlos Monroy
De lo mejor
Mechanical Flower
darkseed fans please ignore eric he is just a troll... (who never use his brain) what's more important - is it really a cover and who sang the original song? the lyrics is very similiar to darkseed's, so gothic and romantic...
Meritxell Gil
For my the worst (but i like all the sons of Darkseed)
Superschokokeks
@eric20ike Haha you pwnd yourself. Darkseed coverd this song ^^
riniks112
must suck to be troll. deep sympathy
erkerk
"I use my brain...now I see." What stupid lyrics hahah! Darkseed really sucks.