The second demo-recording or, as a matter of fact, several dozens of them ended up in a Japanese record shop DiskHeaven, and through them Dreamtale got the attention of local metalheads. The excitement that followed resulted in several foreign record labels offering various kinds of recording deals. The biggest independent label in Japan contacted Spinefarm in the Autumn of 2001 and informed them of their willing to license Dreamtale’s album in Japan. And after people in Finland followed suit with Japan, Dreamtale and Spinefarm signed a contract in December 2001.
In 2002, the band’s debut Beyond Reality was released. Vocals were sung by Rami Keränen, Sanna Natunen and also the man known from bands like Nightwish & Tarot – Marco Hietala.
Next year, 2003, saw the Publishing of Ocean’s Heart. On this album the vocalist was Tomi Viiltola, but unfortunately the band and Tomi parted ways due to a problematic 400km distance. Ocean’s Heart-album also features the singing talent of Rainer Nygård from Diablo.
After that, in 2004, the band took a break, concentrating on writing new material and recording the third album.
In 2005, Difference appeared. The Japanese bonus track “Powerplay” was released as a single, which immediately went number 9 on the official single chart in Finland. On this album the vocals were sung by Jarkko Ahola, who is no stranger to Finnish metal fans.
Now we are in the dawn of a new age, the 4th album "Phoenix", released in Europe through Motley Ltd., in Japan/Thailand/Korea through Marquee / Avalon and in Russia through Fono Ltd. New members bring New Life, yet holding on to the Memories of Time, because they are not Yesterday's News! ‘The Tale’ is moving onwards, spreading its wings and rising high in the heavy-metal heavens.
Beyond Reality (2002)
Ocean's Heart (2003)
Difference (2005)
Phoenix (2008)
Epsilon (2011)
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Fool
Dreamtale Lyrics
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For this story you're about to hear
Intriguing tale of deceit and sin
Of honor and duty as well
This story takes place in our city of gold
A place I once hailed my home
Ruler the king with heart so cold
[Chorus]
So hear my tale, sing with me
Of that never fulfill
Greed of old, fools gold
Decay on our rulers heart
Burning the bridges, the road to home
He yearned only treasures to hoard
Sealing our fate he set his sight
For gold 'way from the light
This story takes place in our city of gold
A place I once hailed my home
Ruler the king with heart so cold
His greatest desire to own
[Chorus: x3]
The lyrics to Dreamtale's "Fool's Gold" describe a story of greed, betrayal and the corrupting power of wealth. The singer invites the listener to gather around and listen to his tale, a cautionary story of deceit and sin, of honor and duty. The story takes place in a city of gold, once the singer's home, ruled by a king with a cold heart, whose greatest desire is to own more wealth. The king burns bridges and sets his sights on hoarding treasures, sealing the fate of his kingdom.
The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the message of the story - the pursuit of greed leads to decay and corruption. The phrase "fool's gold" refers to something that looks valuable but is actually worthless, a metaphor for the king's obsession with wealth. The song suggests that the king's lust for gold ultimately destroys him, and his kingdom.
Overall, Dreamtale's "Fool's Gold" is a powerful cautionary tale about the corrupting influence of wealth and greed. It highlights the dangers inherent in the pursuit of material gain and the importance of honor and duty.
Line by Line Meaning
Gather ye 'round me, and do bend your ears
Please listen to me closely and pay attention
For this story you're about to hear
I'm going to tell you a story
Intriguing tale of deceit and sin
This is a story about dishonesty and wrongdoing
Of honor and duty as well
It also involves the concepts of ethics and responsibility
This story takes place in our city of gold
The setting is a wealthy city
A place I once hailed my home
I used to live there
Ruler the king with heart so cold
The leader of this city is aloof and emotionless
His greatest desire to own
His main goal is to possess things
So hear my tale, sing with me
Listen to my story and join me in singing about it
Of that never fulfill
It's about something that can't bring satisfaction
Greed of old, fools gold
It's about the dangers of wanting too much wealth
Decay on our rulers heart
The leader's heart is decaying or becoming corrupted
Burning the bridges, the road to home
The leader's actions are destroying the path to safety
He yearned only treasures to hoard
He only wanted valuable items for himself
Sealing our fate he set his sight
His actions caused our downfall
For gold 'way from the light
He was pursuing wealth at any cost
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ESA OLAVI ORJATSALO, RAMI ERICH MARTIN KERAENEN, RAMI ERICH MARTIN KER�NEN
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