1) Elder is a four-pi… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists with the name Elder;
1) Elder is a four-piece progressive doom band from Boston, Massachusetts consisting of frontman Nick DiSalvo, bassist Jack Donovan, guitarist/keyboardist Michael Risberg and drummer Georg Edert. They have released five full-length albums since 2006 and multiple demos and EPs.
Elder is a genre-pushing rock band that melds heavy psychedelic sounds with progressive elements and evocative soundscapes. Formed in a small coastal town in Massachusetts in the mid aughts, the band has reinvented their sound over the course of five albums to grow from a stalwart of the stoner/doom scene into one of the most unique voices in the rock underground. Their long-scale compositions unfold as journeys, running the gamut of styles from the 70’s to the present within a single song with a penchant for “sheer gatefold-era grandeur” (Rolling Stone).
By continuing to incorporate new elements to their sound, Elder’s output has repeatedly set benchmarks for their peers. Beginning with 2008’s Elder and 2010’s Dead Roots Stirring, Elder made ripples in the stoner rock scene with their uniquely melodic approach to the genre. In 2015 they surprised again with Lore, a watershed moment in the band’s career (recently crowned “Album of the Decade” by The Obelisk) which brought in elements of post-, prog- and space rock into the Elder sound. Despite several years of heavy touring surrounding the album, Reflections of a Floating World was released just two years later, earning a spot at the top of many best-of lists including Rolling Stone (#5, 20 Best Metal Albums Of 2017), Stereogum and others.
In 2019, a tour pitstop in Berlin, Germany yielded the experimental EP The Gold & Silver Sessions. Recorded live based off ideas largely crafted while on the road, the release showcased Elder’s softer side; motorik beats, lush keyboards and sparse compositions replaced the usual colossal riffs and dense structure. Almost a decade and a half after the first sludgy riffs were recorded and the first demo pressed, the door for Elder stylistically remained wide open.
Elder’s new album Omens answers any speculation about new directions with affirmation: evolution or extinction. Lush, intricately interwoven melodies grow and dissolve into spaced-out jams; massive riffs thunder down into a churning sea of psychedelic sounds and unpredictable grooves carry away the listener. Elder paint pictures with their music, and Omens shows the band experimenting with an even more colorful palette – with good reason. After thirteen years, this is the first full-length recorded with a new lineup including guitarist Michael Risberg and new drummer Georg Edert, along with guest performances by Fabio Cuomo on Rhodes piano and synthesizers.
2) Formed in Brisbane in early 2018, Elder is a progressive indie rock band hailing from north Brisbane, consisting of Matt Burton (vocals, guitar), Henry Reese (bass) and Talia Bond (drums), the trio have released a DIY EP 'Cyril' in 2019 and their debut album 'Binoei' is due late 2020.
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3) American screamo band.
4) Elder is also a musical dramatist, telling stories of a dark yet recognizable world. His keen observation falls between tearful humour and black romance. His songs immerse the grittier side of life; depicting scenes of smoke filled rooms and drug fuelled nights. His music paves the way with slapping grooves and roots overtones. His theatrical storytelling has likened him to David Bowie, Tom Waits and The Eels.
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5) Elder was a dark Christian hard rock band that was on Bulletproof Music and Liquid Disc Records. It was made up of former members of the short-lived Four Living Creatures who were on Frozen Rope Records. "Elder gigs in Tidewater, VA were notorious for their evangelistic twist. It was like going to punk-goth-rock tent revival. Their first CD, Used To Be Adorable, was "funk 'n' punk" goth rock and Middle Eastern vibes with skilled intensity and scorching messages..." They broke up in the late nineties and the core member of FLC and Elder started a new project named Fell Desire.
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Release
Elder Lyrics
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Asleep beneath the skies.
Awakened from the frost setting in
as the planets realign.
Cast into the open.
We'll find our way.
As leaves upon the water.
Returning to the winter.
No shelter for the sworn.
Erecting wooden crosses to the judged.
Awaiting the arrival of the storm.
Cast into the open.
We'll find our way.
As leaves upon the water.
Only the tide can rearrange.
There's a writing at the scepter.
Bloody serpents at the throne.
When the wicked are the chosen,
we must break all of our oaths.
Cast into the open.
We'll find our way.
As leaves upon the water.
Only the tide can rearrange.
Cast into the water.
We'll find our way.
As leaves upon the water.
Only the tide can rearrange.
Cast into the open.
We'll find our way.
As leaves upon the water.
Only the tide can rearrange.
The lyrics of Elder's song Release suggest a sense of being lost and not knowing where to go or what to do. The opening line, "Sense the embers dying," could be interpreted as a metaphor for a loss of hope or inspiration. The following line, "Asleep beneath the skies," could suggest a feeling of being disconnected from the world or not fully present in one's own life. The next line, "Awakened from the frost setting in," indicates a sudden realization that something has changed and imbues the song with a sense of urgency.
The rest of the lyrics continue in this vein, with themes of being cast into the open and finding one's way, only to be rearranged by the tide. The idea of returning to the winter and erecting wooden crosses creates a sense of foreboding, and the line "there's a writing at the scepter" suggests that there is a higher power at work that is perhaps not benevolent. The final lines of the song suggest a sense of acceptance and surrender to the forces at work, with the repetition of the phrase "Cast into the open. We'll find our way. As leaves upon the water. Only the tide can rearrange."
Overall, the lyrics of Release convey a sense of uncertainty and a search for meaning and purpose in a world that can be unpredictable and unforgiving.
Line by Line Meaning
Sense the embers dying.
Feeling the fading of something bright.
Asleep beneath the skies.
Unaware of the world around us.
Awakened from the frost setting in as the planets realign.
Suddenly realizing that things are changing.
Cast into the open. We'll find our way.
Thrown into the unknown but confident in our ability to navigate it.
As leaves upon the water. Only the tide can rearrange.
Helpless to the forces of nature but willing to adapt.
Returning to the winter. No shelter for the sworn.
Going back to a time of struggle and having no protection.
Erecting wooden crosses to the judged. Awaiting the arrival of the storm.
Preparing for the worst and hoping for the best.
There's a writing at the scepter. Bloody serpents at the throne.
Power and authority can be dangerous and corrupt.
When the wicked are the chosen, we must break all of our oaths.
When those in charge are dishonest, we must stand up for what is right.
Cast into the water. We'll find our way.
Thrown into uncertain circumstances, but confident that we will persevere.
Contributed by Isabella N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Adan Marin
Sense the embers dying
Asleep beneath the skies
Awakened from the frost setting in
As the planets realign
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
Returning to the winter
No shelter for the sworn
Erecting wooden crosses to the judged
Awaiting the arrival of the storm
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
There's a writing at the scepter
Bloody serpents at the throne
When the wicked are the chosen
We must break all of our oaths
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
Cast into the water
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
Tom Michalsen
Elder is probably the only band I know, that never has any boring filler riffs like most of the bands out there. They are relentlessly awesome
Mr. Timebomb Man
I absolutely agree. 4 years later
hackjar
This song isn't happy or sad, its epic.
We Outchea
hackjar bruh thats a great way to describe this song. And ironically the song makes me happy and sad at the same time
Adan Marin
Sense the embers dying
Asleep beneath the skies
Awakened from the frost setting in
As the planets realign
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
Returning to the winter
No shelter for the sworn
Erecting wooden crosses to the judged
Awaiting the arrival of the storm
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
There's a writing at the scepter
Bloody serpents at the throne
When the wicked are the chosen
We must break all of our oaths
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
Cast into the water
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
Cast into the open
We'll find our way
As leaves upon the water
Only the tide can rearrange
We Outchea
Jeepers Scoob fuckin badass lyrics
Brandon Hobbs
Thank you for this
Pseudo Nym
These guys are awesome. Just, fucking awesome. I hope they get the recognition they deserve. I'd dare say their style is very progressive in terms of stoner/doom metal. They are quite unique amongst their peers, IMO.
Deividas
one of their best songs, can't find many bands like this, melodic riffage owns
Jordan Marrero
That riff at 9:40 is just bananas.