There are several artists with the name Elder;

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.

http://www.myspace.com/elderroche

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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white walls
Elder Lyrics

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I raise my hands to signal sun
Illuminate the barren earth
Winds cross the seven seas
I pass them by, I am the first

Conjure white walls
Save me from the fate of all
Spirit sails the seven seas

Praise the sins of all in me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Elder's song "White Walls" are full of spiritual and mystical imagery that speak to a quest for enlightenment and transcendence. The opening lines suggest a desire to connect with a higher power, with the singer raising their hands up to the sun as a way to signal their openness to receiving divine guidance. The next verse speaks to the power of nature, with winds crossing the seven seas and the singer passing by, seemingly unafraid of the elemental forces around them.

The chorus of the song introduces the idea of "white walls," which could be interpreted as a symbol of safety, protection, or purity. The singer is seeking to avoid the fate of "all," which could refer to the general chaos and suffering of the world. The second half of the chorus speaks to the idea of sin, suggesting that the singer is consciously embracing their own flaws and imperfections as part of their spiritual journey.

The imagery and themes in "White Walls" are complex and open to multiple interpretations, but the overall message seems to be one of seeking transcendence and spiritual growth through connection with nature and a higher power.

Line by Line Meaning

I raise my hands to signal sun
I am reaching towards the sun, seeking its blessings and guidance.

Illuminate the barren earth
I hope that the sun's light will bring life to the barren land below.

Winds cross the seven seas
The winds are traveling far and wide across the seven seas, exploring the world.

I pass them by, I am the first
Despite the winds' journey, I am still the first to arrive at my destination.

Conjure white walls
I am calling upon a protective barrier to shield me from harm or danger.

Save me from the fate of all
I am asking to be saved from the same fate that befalls everyone else, hoping for a different outcome.

Spirit sails the seven seas
My spirit is free to travel and explore the world, without any physical limitations.

Praise the sins of all in me
I am acknowledging and accepting my own flaws and imperfections, and asking for forgiveness and understanding.

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