1) Diorama is a darkwave band founded in 1996 in Reutlingen, Germany by Torben Wendt. His music was soon recognized by Adrian Hates of Diary of Dreams, so with his support and the support of Rainer Assmann (Daf/ Fad Gadget), a debut-album “Pale” was released in 1999. It was received very well both by the critics and the audience.
In 2000 Torben’s friend Felix Marc joined Diorama as a keyboard player, co-producer and backing vocalist. The second album “Her Liquid Arms” was released in April 2001. Despite its stronger rhythms and more forceful electronic sounds, the music preserved its distinctive atmosphere, established with the first album. The song “Advance” became one of the leading club hits and the band was becoming increasingly popular. The second album was followed by club-oriented single “Device” (December 2001).
Bassist Bernard Le Sigue joined the band the following year, and together with Torben and Felix saw the release of the third album, named “The Art of Creating Confusing Spirits”, the album was released in October 2002. During November and December of the same year, Diorama supported Diary of Dreams on tour.
After a long break and another addition to the band’s line-up (guitar player Sash Fiddler joining in 2003), the long-awaited fourth album "Amaroid" was released in April 2005. For the promotion of the new album, the band joined VNV Nation, on their “Formation” tour. In October 2005, Diorama released two more albums: A re-release of their first album “Pale”, with three new songs (“Don’t Be There”, “You and Ice” and “Crop of Illusions”); and “Re-Pale” – a collection of new versions of earlier songs, remixes and some previously unreleased songs. At the same time, the band went on their first headline tour throughout Germany.
At the end of 2006, Bernard Le Sigue left the band. On the 23rd of February 2007, a new single was released: “Synthesize Me”, a prelude for the next album, which was released 4 weeks later. “A Different Life” can be characterized as a criticism of the society ruled by artificial, deviant system of values. With his lyrics, Torben portrayed the revolt of the individual against the imposed principles and general degradation of true values and virtues.
"Cubed" is their seventh studio album, released on 19th March 2010. The figurative picture of a cube is the guiding theme of the album - a confined area serving as a living space be it as a stage, as a prison or as a shelter. This concept consequently features throughout the band's artwork and stage setting.
2) Diorama is an Italian folk rock band formed in 2003 by Antonella Colucci, Richard Rhodes and Alexander Sgura. Over the years the line-up has been slightly changed, and so far the band has released three albums. More information can be found on their website: http://www.dioramamusica.it
3) Diorama is a post-rock / math rock band from Peru, formed in 2011. The band invents post-jamming psychedelic landscapes with a math rock feel, very chill and very textured. Official webpages: https://www.facebook.com/DioramaBanda - http://www.youtube.com/user/dioramaband - http://diorama.bandcamp.com
Contradictive
Diorama Lyrics
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As he stood and tried in vain to find justification
- this cannot bloom in me for longer, with old desires getting stronger -
Another man was passing by and for a glimpse it strangely seemed
As if they were known to one another in spite of being contradictive
"Your existence drowns in failure, into a suffering decay"
Pale, accumulating letters, stuttering: "Relief?"
"Last time standing kid, and better take advantage of..."
Do not shiver in your sanity, at least you've got emotions
Do not shiver in insanity, at least you've got emotions, devotions
"Are you a wise man or a prophet, that you may judge and turn the key?"
"I never caused your intuition, thus it was bound to your deceit
The only reason for existence of the question why
Learn to cope with rare conditions, you didn't even know before"
Do not shiver in your sanity, at least you've got emotions
Do not shiver in insanity, at least you've got emotions, devotions
"I'll rejoin my old intentions, sinner you could call me not",
"Possible while sleeping-slumber, reaching out for dreams that - You've lost"
Glued to life he tried in vain, reduced - the essence of his body -
Entering slowly, smooth, declare a magnificent new sphere
The lyrics to Diorama's "Contradictive" explore the struggle of finding justification in one's own desires and the confrontation of an outsider's perception. The first verse sets the tone, with the singer questioning the validity of their own feelings and desires. The inclusion of the snippet about "old desires getting stronger" suggests that the singer is battling a fundamental conflict within themselves, and is trying to rationalize their emotions.
As the singer is lost in thought, they encounter another man who appears familiar to them, despite their apparent contradictions. The second verse sees this stranger attempt to judge the singer, calling them a failure and telling them that they need to take advantage of their final chance. However, the singer quickly fires back, telling the stranger that they have never been the cause of their intuition and questioning their right to judge.
The chorus serves as a reminder to the singer to not let their sanity or insanity define them, to remember that they have emotions and devotions that make them who they are. Ultimately, the refrain is a message to find balance within oneself, to reconcile conflicting beliefs and emotions, and to never let anyone else define who you are.
Line by Line Meaning
As he stood and tried in vain to find justification
He struggled to justify his actions or thoughts but failed to do so.
this cannot bloom in me for longer, with old desires getting stronger
He realizes that his current state of mind or behavior cannot continue, as old and conflicting thoughts are overcoming him.
Another man was passing by and for a glimpse it strangely seemed
A stranger passed by, and for a moment, it felt like they shared a connection despite their differences.
As if they were known to one another in spite of being contradictive
Despite the fact that they had opposing beliefs or values, they still had some understanding of each other.
A cloud-like shimmering appearance, he raised his voice, began to speak
Suddenly, the stranger appeared and spoke with a ghostly presence and tone.
"Your existence drowns in failure, into a suffering decay"
The stranger insulted his existence, calling him a failure and doomed to decay in misery.
Pale, accumulating letters, stuttering: "Relief?"
He responded weakly, with his voice trembling and asking if the stranger could offer any relief from his struggles.
"Last time standing kid, and better take advantage of..."
The stranger ominously warned him that he was running out of time and that he should take advantage of something.
Do not shiver in your sanity, at least you've got emotions
He advises that it is better to experience strong emotions than to be numb or indifferent.
Do not shiver in insanity, at least you've got emotions, devotions
Even in the midst of madness, holding onto emotions or beliefs can give meaning to life.
"Are you a wise man or a prophet, that you may judge and turn the key?"
He questions the stranger's authority to judge him or possess the key to his problems.
"I never caused your intuition, thus it was bound to your deceit
The stranger denies being the cause of his intuition and claims that his deceit brought him there.
The only reason for existence of the question why
The only purpose of questioning why we exist is to try and make sense of it all.
Learn to cope with rare conditions, you didn't even know before
He advises that one should learn to deal with unusual circumstances that they have never experienced before.
"I'll rejoin my old intentions, sinner you could call me not"
The stranger announces that he will go back to his original intentions and claims that he is not a sinner.
"Possible while sleeping-slumber, reaching out for dreams that - You've lost"
He suggests that it might be possible to recover lost dreams or aspirations while in a state of sleep or unconsciousness.
Glued to life he tried in vain, reduced - the essence of his body -
He tried to hold onto life but ultimately failed, causing him to lose his true essence or identity.
Entering slowly, smooth, declare a magnificent new sphere
Slowly and calmly, he declares entering a new and magnificent stage of his life.
Contributed by Maria H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.