Founded in 1969 by guitarist Frank Bornemann, the band has endured several line-up changes, with Bornemann being the only consistent member of the group. In the 1980s, after a series of major splits (like in 1984 although reformed in 1988) in the group, Bornemann pursued a more commercial direction. Despite attracting a large following, the band never gained popularity in the United States.
However, in later years, former members of the band re-joined, and in 1998 fans delighted in hearing Ocean 2, a return to the classic symphonic progressive genre that the band was so well known for. A sequel to the 1977's original, it is commonly thought among fans that it successfully recaptures the spirit of the band, and is a worthy follow-up to the much beloved classic.
Of the band's numerous records, fans generally consider Inside, Floating, Dawn, Ocean, Silent Cries & Mighty Echoes, Planets and Ocean 2 to be the superior albums.
Despite their nationality, the band is not generally considered krautrock due to their sound which has much more in common with English progressive groups such as Pink Floyd and Yes.
In 2009 after a decade of hiatus Frank Bornemann released a DVD celebrating their 40th anniversary and a new album called Visionairy.
In the following period he worked on a concept double album about the life of the Maid of Orleans, Jeanne d'Arc. The album The Vision, the Sword and the Pyre, Pt. 1 was released in 2017, followed by The Vision, the Sword and the Pyre, Pt. 2 in 2019.
Current Line-up:
Frank Bornemann
Klaus-Peter Matziol
Hannes Arkona
Hannes Folberth
Bodo Schopf
Awakening
Eloy Lyrics
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cold black stones strangely surrounding
the first touch of mornin' light
I feel a strange vibration any
sign of reincarnation?
Did I loose my past beyond the night?
Sunbeams reflect in my mind's eye
Jeanne was the sun that passed on by
nothing could touch me - Jeanne was
LOVE
The lyrics to Eloy's song Awakening describe the feeling of someone waking up in an empty, dark space and feeling a strange vibration, wondering if it's a sign of reincarnation. The cold black stones that surround them add to the eerie atmosphere. As the first touch of morning light appears, sunbeams reflect in their mind's eye and they think of Jeanne, who has passed away. Despite the vibrations of hate and negativity around them, Jeanne's love still touches and protects them.
The song can be interpreted as a metaphor for the journey of the soul after death, with the awakening representing reincarnation or some other form of spiritual transformation. The dark, cold stones represent the obstacles and challenges of the physical world, while Jeanne's love represents the love that transcends beyond the physical realm. The lyrics also touch on the idea of vibrations and energy, suggesting that the negative vibrations around us can be overcome by the power of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Empty hall imminent bounding
I find myself in a deserted space that feels confined.
Cold black stones strangely surrounding
The surroundings are eerily dark and bleak with walls made of hard rock.
The first touch of mornin' light
The first light of the day breaks the darkness and illuminates the space.
I feel a strange vibration any
I sense an unusual and unexplained movement in the atmosphere.
Sign of reincarnation?
I wonder if this is a sign of a rebirth or renewal.
Did I loose my past beyond the night?
I question if my memories from the past have been lost or forgotten, existing only in the darkness of the night.
Sunbeams reflect in my mind's eye
I see rays of sunlight within my thoughts and imagination.
Jeanne was the sun that passed on by
Someone named Jeanne was a bright, positive force that I encountered previously.
Vibrations hate and die above
Negative energy and feelings dissipate and disappear into the atmosphere.
Nothing could touch me - Jeanne was love
Jeanne's love was a powerful force that protected and sheltered me from negativity.
Lyrics © Melodie Der Welt GmbH, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DETLEV SCHMIDTCHEN, FRANK BORNEMANN, JUERGEN ROSENTHAL, KLAUS-PETER MATZIOL
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