Elegeion arose from the ashes of the underground Australian Black Metal band Greydawn in 1995 under the name Transcendence, consisting of Anthony Kwan and James Wallbridge. Although Elegeion's style predominantly reflects that of mournful doom, many of the early tracks were in fact written and played in black metal style throughout 1993-1994 with Greydawn.
1996 saw the release of the demo of epic proportions "Induction to eternal rest..." which gave rise to interest from several European labels, tape traders and magazines worldwide. 1997 saw the demo's release on MCD by Candlelight Records under the title "Odyssey into darkness" and the new band name Elegeion. The EP was aptly described as "gothic / classical metal with the emphasis on trance-like, hypnotic riffs with powerful operatic female vocals and mournful violins". Subsequent reviews and advertising followed in both mainstream and underground fanzines worldwide. Sales of the demo were in excess of 2000 units.
In 1998/99, rehearsal and demo tapes of the new album were recorded. In 2000, differences in musical direction resulted in Elegeion consisting solely of Anthony, although past collaborations with James still feature in recent works. With a lack of Australian musicians who sympathized with this direction in music, the rest of the line up consists of Dieudonnee on vocals and session musicians on drums / percussion, cello and violin. Having undying passion and conviction behind the concept and direction of Elegeion, Anthony believes that working solo with selected musicians who are masters of their trade has proven to be the strongest and most effective line-up yet.
The year 2000 saw Elegeion travel interstate and enter the supreme Nesci Recordings studio for two months to record the ultra-emotive epic album "Through the Eyes of Regret". Recorded, mixed and produced by the eccentric old man Tony Nesci, of Henry Rollins, Chalice and Long Voyage Back fame, the album has a world standard production, full of warmth and character.
In 2002, Elegeion recorded an as yet unreleased single entitled "For Blacker Things", featuring a temporary regression back to black metal roots, with guest vocals by ex-Greydawn and Hellspawn vocalist Morbius Warseth.
2003-2004 saw a creative collaboration with Dieudonnee and former member James, which resulted in Elegeion re-entering Nesci Studios in March to record their 3rd epic "The Last Moment". The album takes you deeper into the bands unrelenting descent into the boundless pit of despair. And, although like the Loch ness Monster, this band rarely raise their heads above the black murky depths to bring an offering to the surface, you will see that this new chapter in the Elegeion journey is well worth the wait. It features supreme artwork by Travis Smith of Katatonia, Death and Opeth fame, Justin Hartwig from Chalice on lead guitar and exceptional violin and cello passages.
The quest of Elegeion is to transcend all existing boundaries of aestheticism, capture the darkest of all emotions and delve through the forgotten recesses of the mind. This music is for those seeking to surpass the musical ambit and redefine its boundaries. Although this quest may never be ultimately achieved, it will never be abandoned. Hopefully, it can only inspire and temporarily satisfy the ears of those searching for the ultimate emotive experience...but until then, listen...
Scars
Elegeion Lyrics
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My eyes,
In my reflection...
I can't help but be disappointed,
At who I am...
And everytime I feel,
My skin,
It helps me be quiet,
And quiet's where I need to be...
Scars on my skin...
Scars on my heart...
Scars on my soul...
Reminding me of myself...
Scars on my skin...
Scars on my heart...
Scars on my soul...
Reminding me of myself...
And if I let you in,
You'll tear me apart...
Every time I feel alone,
And left forgotten,
I have to believe in something...
Like angels,
To breathe...
And every time I see,
My pain,
Beating in rythym...
I need to be silenced,
In silence where I hide my fear...
Scars on my skin...
Scars on my heart...
Scars on my soul...
Reminding me of myself...
Scars on my skin...
Scars on my heart...
Scars on my soul...
Reminding me of myself...
And if I let you in,
You'll tear me apart...
So just hold me,
Wrap me in your arms,
Don't let me fall again...
Teach me,
So I don't have to learn anything more from you...
Isn't my pain good enough for faith,
In you?
Isn't my pain good enough for faith,
In you?
So just hold me,
Wrap me in your arms,
Don't let me fall again...
Teach me,
So I don't have to learn anything more from you...
Isn't my pain good enough for faith,
In you?
Isn't my pain good enough for faith,
In you?
The song Scars by Elegeion talks about self-doubt and self-preservation. The lyrics suggest that the singer is disappointed in themselves and feels unworthy. They want to escape from this feeling and find solace in silence and pain. The scars on their skin, heart, and soul are a constant reminder of who they are.
The singer is afraid to let anyone in, fearing that they will be hurt again. However, they seek comfort in the thought of angels and hope that believing in them will give them strength to keep going. The pain they feel is so overwhelming that they wish for someone to hold them and not let them fall.
The repeated line "isn't my pain good enough for faith in you?" suggests that the singer has lost faith in something or someone that they believed in earlier. It's possible that they're questioning why they're going through so much pain and if it's worth it. The song ends with the singer pleading to be taught so they don't have to learn anything more from their past experiences.
Overall, the lyrics of the song convey a sense of hopelessness and despair that many people may relate to. The song talks about finding strength in pain and using it as a reminder of one's own identity.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I see,
Each time I catch a glimpse,
My eyes,
The reflection of myself that I perceive,
In my reflection...
... In a mirror or any reflective surface
I can't help but be disappointed,
I constantly feel let down,
At who I am...
... At the person I have become.
And everytime I feel,
Whenever I am in intense pain,
My skin,
The outer layer of my body,
Breaking on metal...
... Being scraped or cut by metal objects
It helps me be quiet,
It brings me peace and stillness,
And quiet's where I need to be...
... Because that's where I find solace from the noise around me.
Scars on my skin...
Marks of injury on my physical body,
Scars on my heart...
Emotional wounds that are etched deep in my soul,
Scars on my soul...
Memories of the traumatic experiences I have gone through,
Reminding me of myself...
... Serving as a constant reminder of who I am and what I have endured.
And if I let you in,
If I allow you to get close to me,
You'll tear me apart...
... You will hurt me deeply.
Every time I feel alone,
Whenever I experience solitude,
And left forgotten,
... When nobody cares or pays attention to me,
I have to believe in something...
... I need to have faith in someone or something.
Like angels,
... Such as the concept of angels or divine beings.
To breathe...
... As a source of hope and comfort in difficult times.
And every time I see,
Whenever I witness,
My pain,
My agony and distress,
Beating in rythym...
... Repeating itself in a pattern,
I need to be silenced,
... I require silence and stillness,
In silence where I hide my fear...
... As it is in quietness that I can mask my anxiety.
So just hold me,
Please just embrace me,
Wrap me in your arms,
Envelop me in your loving arms,
Don't let me fall again...
... As I don't want to experience that downward spiral of distress again.
Teach me,
... Show me the way,
So I don't have to learn anything more from you...
... So that I don't have to go through any more pain or heartache because of you.
Isn't my pain good enough for faith,
Haven't I suffered enough to deserve your trust,
In you?
... In your ability to offer me hope and comfort.
Isn't my pain good enough for faith,
Haven't I experienced enough agony to be worthy of your trust,
In you?
... In your power to bring me consolation and relief.
Contributed by Mackenzie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Thought you all might be interested in this piece of Elegeion history... The 2003 demo version of Scars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqZumS0jIc8
@divinegrace7635
For more than 15 years this song has been my favourite one, the one that reflects the best my soul, my sorrows, my longings and my scars...I always listen to it when I need to connect deeply to them, when the pain is just too much. This song is a masterpiece.
@Dreamtime76
Every time I see, my eyes, in my reflection... I can't help but be disappointed, at who I am... And everytime I feel, my skin, breaking on metal... It helps me be quiet, and quiet's where I need to be... Scars on my skin... Scars on my heart... Scars on my soul... Reminding me of myself... Scars on my skin... Scars on my heart... Scars on my soul... Reminding me of myself... And if I let you in, You'll tear me apart...
@anihilist2
I'm here right now feeling this song. It's as if this band were writing this song just for me. Such a beautiful piece of art.
@lovesmygirls213
this song eminates the feeling of sorrow no one could ever understand outside of themselves
@Resifreak90
If any song is worth being called the essence of sadness, it's this one...I didn't cry for years but if I could, I would. This song is so...beautiful and believable. The lyrics hit me everytime I hear it...And the voice, symple breath taking.One of the best songs I've ever heard. Thank you Elegeion!
@kgndrn
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@jokerno.1763
This is the most beautiful song I ever heard. First time almost more then 10 years ago. And yes......I was....and still in you know what. It can't go away....just can't. Love you all....
@patresevasconcelos
there is no word to express what i fell... everytime that i remember this song...
It remind me... of myself...
@withlove1887
One of the most beautiful song to calm me down