Heavily influenced by acts like Yazoo, Human League, Depeche Mode, Rational Youth and Robert Marlow, Richard Johansson and Leslie Bayne started the band in 1988 under the name Pole Position.
Robert Enforsen joined the band as lead vocalist in 1989, and the band released their first demo, at which point they changed their name to elegant MACHINERY, a name derived from the album by Data.
Due to Leslie Bayne's stagefright, Johan Malmgren joined the band as a tour musician in 1992. He later became a permanent member.
The band was very successful in Sweden, with a number of successful singles and various awards. In the rest of Europe, their biggest break into the mainstream was with the single Process, which reached number 5 in the Spanish charts.
elegant MACHINERY disbanded in 1999.
In 2001, the band temporarily reunited (with Johan temporarily replaced by Jarmo Ollila of Daily Planet) for their first-ever American appearance, followed by a performance in Mexico. Over the next few years, the band performed a number of times in Europe.
In October 2004, after a successful gig at Romo Night in Gothenburg, the band decided to work on new music. Johan, Richard, and Robert have been joined by original member Leslie Bayne, and plan to release a new single in 2006.
During the band's hiatus, Robert Enforsen worked on a number of side projects, including Enforce, Hype, Gobble & Gag, and Red Light District. Meanwhile, Johan Malmgren joined the Swedish band S.P.O.C.K as a keyboardist, programmer and composer. Johan and Robert also produced the debut album "Lost in a Maze" of the Swedish-British band Univaque in 2004.
Feel The Silence
Elegant Machinery Lyrics
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as memories turn to words
in those moments together we seek
the sequence and the rhyme
Drifting slowly in time
the scenery is changing
through the window pane
Moving shapeless forms
at the brink of incarnation
as pictures of the past
resemble us at last
CHORUS:
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
as memories turn to words
in those moments together we seek
the sequence and the rhyme
Scanning the world outside
engulfed by the silence
in this quiet street
our souls were bound to meet
We are lovers lost
in search of fading memories
although there's hurt and pain
those feelings still remain
CHORUS:
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
as memories turn to words
in those moments together we seek
the sequence and the rhyme
"Feel the Silence" by Elegant Machinery is a deeply introspective song about nostalgia and lost love. The opening line "Feel the silence ascend as we speak" immediately sets up the mood as one of contemplation and reflection. The song explores the idea of memories turning into words and the search for sequence and rhyme to give them meaning. The verses are built around vivid imagery, like the changing scenery and pouring rain, which paints a picture of a very private moment between two people.
The chorus is the song's central point, and it encapsulates the main theme of the piece. The idea is that both people are tied together in their search for meaning, even if they are separated by time and distance. The silence feels like a shared space between them, where they can connect and reminisce about their love that has long since faded. The last verse seems to suggest that they know they may have moved on, but they still hold onto their feelings. The song offers a sense of hope through its yearning lyrics, suggesting that one can still find happiness and connection in the midst of loss and pain.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As we converse, the silence that surrounds us intensifies
as memories turn to words
As we recollect past experiences, we articulate them
in those moments together we seek
As we spend time with each other, we aim to find
the sequence and the rhyme
The order and pattern to our emotions and expressions
Drifting slowly in time
Moving aimlessly through moments
the scenery is changing
The surroundings are transforming
through the window pane
Viewed through the glass surface of the window
a pouring heavy rain
Rain falling heavily from the sky
Moving shapeless forms
Objects with indefinite shapes in motion
at the brink of incarnation
On the verge of taking a defined form
as pictures of the past
Visual memories from earlier times
resemble us at last
Have similarities to our current selves
Scanning the world outside
Observing the exterior world
engulfed by the silence
Overwhelmed by the lack of noise or sound
in this quiet street
On this peaceful roadway
our souls were bound to meet
Our inner beings were destined to come together
We are lovers lost
We are individuals in love, yet uncertain
in search of fading memories
Seeking recollections which are slowly disappearing
although there's hurt and pain
Despite the presence of anguish and discomfort
those feelings still remain
The emotions associated with love and longing are still present
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As we talk, notice the increasing sense of stillness
as memories turn to words
As our reminiscences are converted into language
in those moments together we seek
During the times we spend in each other's company, we strive for
the sequence and the rhyme
The order and coherence in our expressions of affection
Contributed by Henry D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jordanst3369
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As memories turn to words
In those moments together we seek
The sequence and the rhyme
Drifting slowly in time
The scenery is changing
Through the window pane
A pouring heavy rain
Moving shapeless forms
At the brink of incarnation
As pictures of the past
Resemble us at last
Chorus:
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As memories turn to words
In those moments together we seek
The sequence and the rhyme
Scanning the world outside
Engulfed by the silence
In this quiet street
Our souls were bound to meet
We are lovers lost
In search of fading memories
Although there's hurt and pain
Those feelings still remain
Chorus:
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As memories turn to words
In those moments together we seek
The sequence and the rhym
@MarcosSanchez72
Excellent track! Elegant Machinery should record a follow up to this album. Greetings from the Dominican Republic.👋😃😎
@josuevampiroib2672
Me encanta está canción y la banda está genial con toques y atmósferas obscuras
@jordanst3369
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As memories turn to words
In those moments together we seek
The sequence and the rhyme
Drifting slowly in time
The scenery is changing
Through the window pane
A pouring heavy rain
Moving shapeless forms
At the brink of incarnation
As pictures of the past
Resemble us at last
Chorus:
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As memories turn to words
In those moments together we seek
The sequence and the rhyme
Scanning the world outside
Engulfed by the silence
In this quiet street
Our souls were bound to meet
We are lovers lost
In search of fading memories
Although there's hurt and pain
Those feelings still remain
Chorus:
Feel the silence ascend as we speak
As memories turn to words
In those moments together we seek
The sequence and the rhym
@belgiumSteve
Can't stop listening to this song! LOVE it!!!
@estebanmorales23
thanks
@OpalWilde
Still brilliant, even years later. :) x
@perpetual61
I Love discovering Synth Pop Groups from around the world.
@DernsMcHigginson
Check out '18:e Oktober'
@Qaddem
I'll always love this song. Really ♡
@viridianatrujillo4399
me encanta !