This makes part 3 of his trilogy the culmination and pinnacle of a series of musical offerings which began in 2005 with the arrival of the purely acoustic Part 1 and was continued impressively in 2006 with the electric (and electrifying) Part 2. “This is not a continuation of part 2,” Dominici points out unequivocally. “It is the final part of three. Musically, it is obviously different from part 1, because part 1 was all acoustic and only performed by myself. Parts 2 and 3 are similar to each other musically in that they are both prog metal with a full band. Lyrically, part 3 is totally different from the other two parts because the story is finally concluded and much of the mysteries presented throughout the first two parts are finally made clear. Part 3 is the grand finale, both lyrically and musically.”
A truly furious finale, in which Dominici was supported by his technically outstanding band, which continues to consist of Brian Maillard (guitar), Yan Maillard (drums), Americo Rigoldi (keyboards) and Riccardo Atzeni (bass). An almost one-hour extravaganza of long instrumental parts, virtuoso solo passages and haunting vocals which repeatedly send shivers down the listener’s spine. Dominici reacts emphatically to the question whether the 03 Trilogy in general and the finale in particular have a specific moral, a message for their audience: “There is nothing but morals, lessons and messages. That’s the whole point of the story. You can call it ‘The DOMINICI Code’ if you like.”
Following the impressive chapters of the two predecessor albums, Dominici decided to try a new approach for the final part of his socially critical story. “Part 3 was done differently than both other parts. I decided I wanted to try something new and it worked as well as I had hoped it would. I waited to write a single word until I began writing the music with the band. The lyrics for Part 3 were not written, they were ‘grown’ like a garden. I separated eight blank word files and wrote the synopsis for each song at the top. I then went to each file as we were completing the music and completed the lyrics. I did it this way so the story had the best chance of being fully completed in the limited amount of time a CD can provide.”
This approach has produced some impressive results. Dominici has surpassed himself again, coming up with an awesome recording. This is certainly not what you’d call superficial background music! However, Dominici’s prognosis of his future recordings makes clear just how much energy and concentration this extremely demanding project has cost him. His answer to the question whether he is planning to tackle a similar project in the near future leaves little doubt: “Never again! I will never do another concept album as long as I live. This was the most difficult music and concept to complete although it was very rewarding and satisfying as an artist. Maybe I’m just a wimp, but I kind of feel the same way I feel about the recent loss of my beloved cat, ‘Tigger’. I loved the experience of knowing her, but I don’t think I would want to subject myself to this kind of pain again. No more cats, no more concept albums!”
Bio by: Matthias Mineur for "Inside Out Music, 2008
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Line-up:
Charlie Dominici - vocals
Brian Maillard - guitar
Yan Maillard - drums
Americo Rigoldi - keyboards
Erik Atzeni - bass
Check out the official DOMINICI website and forums at http://www.dominici.com!
The Order Comes
Dominici Lyrics
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I heard the doorbell chime
A stranger stood before me
A chill ran down my spine
He held a written notice
I knew at once was mine
A parched piece of paper
I knew it was the order
Yet still I was surprised
I was waiting for this day
I was sure I would be fine
Why this feeling in my gut?
Why this reeling in my mind?
I mustn't show this messenger
Can't let on I'm insecure
In my homeland I was sure
I was chosen for this reason
Now I'm blind with thoughts of treason
My pounding heart, my palms are sweat
The time has come to pay my debt
I wish my god who guides my hand
Would strike me down now where I stand
For I must choose between my world
And what is now the foreign land
I was waiting for this day
I was sure I would be fine
I curse this feeling in my gut
Damn this reeling in my mind
Will this nausea subside?
Can I abide with this malign?
I wish my god who guides my hand
Would strike me down now where I stand
For I must choose between my world
And what's become the foreign land
What is now the foreign land
The lyrics of Dominici's song "The Order Comes" describe the moment when the singer, who seems to be living in a dystopian society or under an authoritarian regime, receives a notice that he has been waiting for, but which also fills him with anxiety and doubt. The notice, in the form of a parched piece of paper with a code that he immediately recognizes, turns out to be the order that he has been expecting, but which he now realizes is a difficult and risky task that puts him in conflict with his allegiance to his homeland or the regime that he belongs to, and the appeals of an unknown, foreign land. The singer is torn between his obligations to his world and the temptations and uncertainties of a different world or way of life that he may or may not be prepared to embrace.
The lyrics convey a sense of tension, fear, and doubt that are consistent with the theme of choice and conflict, which appear to be central to the song. The singer is struggling with a decision that could have profound consequences for himself and the world around him. He is facing an existential crisis that tests his convictions, loyalties, and identity. He is asking himself why he feels the way he does, why he is reeling with anxiety and nausea, and whether he can endure the daunting challenge that lies ahead.
The song "The Order Comes" is a haunting and powerful piece of music that reflects the political and social anxieties of our times. It is a fitting tribute to the courage and resilience of those who face difficult choices and daunting challenges in their pursuit of truth, justice, and freedom. The lyrics, the melody, and the passionate performance of Dominici all contribute to the impact of the song, which leaves a lasting impression on the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
While working in my shop
While I was hard at work in my shop
I heard the doorbell chime
I heard the sound of somebody ringing my doorbell
A stranger stood before me
Somebody I didn't know was standing in front of me
A chill ran down my spine
I suddenly felt very uneasy and scared
He held a written notice
He had a piece of paper that had been written on
I knew at once was mine
I realized immediately that it was meant for me
A parched piece of paper
The paper was dry and rough to the touch
A code I recognized
I understood what the message on the paper meant
I knew it was the order
I was aware that it was the order that I had been waiting for
Yet still I was surprised
However, I couldn't help but feel shocked
I was waiting for this day
I had been anticipating this moment
I was sure I would be fine
I believed that everything would turn out okay
Why this feeling in my gut?
Why do I have this uneasy feeling in my stomach?
Why this reeling in my mind?
Why do I feel so disoriented and confused?
I mustn't show this messenger
I can't let the messenger see that I'm feeling unsure
Can't let on I'm insecure
I can't let him know that I'm feeling uncertain
In my homeland I was sure
Back in my own country, I was confident
I was chosen for this reason
I had been selected for a specific purpose
Now I'm blind with thoughts of treason
Now I can't stop thinking about betraying my country
My pounding heart, my palms are sweat
My heart is beating hard and my hands are getting sweaty
The time has come to pay my debt
I know that it's time for me to fulfill my obligation
I wish my god who guides my hand
I hope that the God I believe in will help me
Would strike me down now where I stand
I wish that I could just die where I am now
For I must choose between my world
I have to decide between my nation and myself
And what is now the foreign land
And what has now become a strange and unfamiliar place
Damn this reeling in my mind
I hate feeling so dizzy and confused
Will this nausea subside?
I wonder if this sick feeling will ever go away
Can I abide with this malign?
Can I bear to live with this evil?
What's now become the foreign land
What was once familiar is now completely unknown
Contributed by Alexis J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.