DEFECTO’s debut-EP ‘Defecto’ released in 2012 showcased an ambitious band and was acclaimed by both Danish and international reviewers alike. For this solid piece of work the band was honored with a “Best Metal Act 2012”-award in Copenhagen by Underground Music Awards.
Defecto’s debut album is recorded and produced by none-other than international celebrity producers Flemming Rasmussen (Metallica) and Jan Langhoff, in Flemming’s own studio, mixed in collaboration with frontman, guitarist, lead singer and overall musical prodigy Nicklas Sonne (also frontman in metal band Malrun). This album’s got what no other metal band in Denmark can deliver – modern, groovy, progressive and symphonic heavy metal with an accessible sound and melodies that’ll stay in your head from the first listen.
Think a mix between the classic Metallica and modern sound and melodies of Trivium. Thrown in with some delightfully instrumental intricacies like Dream Theater, and symphonic elements from Nightwish. Add the vocal prowess of Russel Allan, James Hetfield and Mikael Åkerfeldt into one singer, and what you’ve got is an epic combo of melodic and catchy, grandiose and technical, yet crushingly heavy metal that is DEFECTO.
Producer Flemming Rasmussen on his collaboration with Defecto: “Flemming Rasmussen agrees: “DEFECTO is a group with tremendous talent and enourmous potential in Denmark as well as internationally”.
Needless to say, Flemming knows what he’s talking about, being behind the succes of metal behemoths Metallica. The new album is set for release in march 19, 2016.
The Shape of Things to Come
Defecto Lyrics
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Through worlds of broken promise
They say we're born as one
With hollow words of solace
Come
Cause we shape every form
And knowWe soothe every storm
We are the shape of things to come
From the page
Through the ashes
To your grave
And rest in the gloom
Scream with rage
From your lashes
Just this phrase
And find yourself in your tomb
If blood is not the answer that we seek
And pain is not the language that we speak
Your vain theology
It won't bring me down to my knees
And when we're near the end
It's not what we need
And so they keep us drawn
To sounds that haunt you as they say
That we are as one
We are the ones that bring up the sun
We shape every form
And know we light every storm
We are the face of things to come
If blood is not the answer that we seek
And pain is not the language that we speak
Your ideology
It won't bring me down to my knees
And when we're all nearing the end
It's not what we need
Destruction isn't the answer to the questions you seek
And anguish isn't the meaning of the words that you speak
The truth of this duality
Is nothing but false history
And when we're near the end
You won't see me on my knees
The lyrics of Defecto's "The Shape of Things to Come" convey a powerful message about resistance against false promises and empty ideologies. The opening lines speak of being led through worlds of broken promises, where individuals are told they are born as one with hollow words of solace. This can be interpreted as a critique of societal expectations and false hope that ultimately lead to disappointment. The call to action to "Come" and shape every form, and soothing every storm suggests an empowering message to take control of one's destiny and overcome challenges.
The imagery of moving "From the page, through the ashes, to your grave" evokes a sense of transformation and inevitable mortality. The idea of resting in the gloom and finding oneself in the tomb speaks to the darkness and struggles that individuals face in life. The mention of screaming with rage and lashing out hints at a defiance against oppressive forces and a refusal to be silenced in the face of adversity.
The repetition of the refrain questioning whether blood and pain are the answers or language sought suggests a rejection of violence and suffering as solutions to problems. The defiance against vain theology and ideology that attempts to bring one down to their knees highlights a refusal to submit to false beliefs and systems of control. The lyrics emphasize the need for authenticity and resilience, especially as they allude to the approaching end not being what is truly needed.
The final verses echo a sentiment of rejecting destruction and anguish as answers to life's questions and challenges. The dismissal of false history and duality as truths conveys a call to reject imposed narratives and embrace individual identity and strength. The refusal to be brought down on one's knees signifies a stance of defiance and determination in the face of adversity, asserting that true resilience and power come from standing tall in the face of adversity. Ultimately, the song's message encourages listeners to shape their own destinies and resist oppressive forces that seek to control and manipulate them.
Line by Line Meaning
And so they lead us on
Guiding us through unfulfilled promises
Through worlds of broken promise
Navigating a world filled with disappointment
They say we're born as one
Claiming we are all united
With hollow words of solace
Using empty words to offer comfort
Come
Move forward
Cause we shape every form
Influence every aspect
And know
Understand
We soothe every storm
Calm every disturbance
We are the shape of things to come
We represent the future
From the page
Starting from the beginning
Through the ashes
Amidst destruction
To your grave
Until your death
And rest in the gloom
Find peace in darkness
Scream with rage
Express anger loudly
From your lashes
From your suffering
Just this phrase
Only these words
And find yourself in your tomb
Realize your fate in death
If blood is not the answer that we seek
Violence is not the solution we are looking for
And pain is not the language that we speak
Suffering is not our means of communication
Your vain theology
Your empty beliefs
It won't bring me down to my knees
It won't break me
And when we're near the end
As we approach the conclusion
It's not what we need
It's not what will fulfill us
And so they keep us drawn
Continuing to captivate us
To sounds that haunt you as they say
To unsettling noises as they assert
That we are as one
That we are all connected
We are the ones that bring up the sun
We are the ones who bring light
And know we light every storm
And understand how to calm every disturbance
We are the face of things to come
We represent the future
Destruction isn't the answer to the questions you seek
Ruining things won't provide the answers you're looking for
And anguish isn't the meaning of the words that you speak
Suffering isn't the message you convey
The truth of this duality
The reality of this contrast
Is nothing but false history
Is merely a lie
You won't see me on my knees
I won't be defeated
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Frederik Møller, Mikkel Christensen, Nicklas Sonne, Thomas Bartholin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Check out this dark and atmospheric song from our upcoming album! And if you want to support us, please consider liking/commenting - it makes a big difference! Much love <3
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whoa. such an incredible track
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God damn... This one blew my mind.
Love what you are doing guys.
Can't wait for the album anymore!!
@chromaticperception
This track alone sounds better than the whole last album. Nice
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so underrated.
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Okay... Det rykker !