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
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Eloy Lyrics
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I hide behind my raven tear
You will find your mind inside of my hollow ear
My eyes are staring throughout my opened head
So rise and fight against face and time
Space and crime
You are the one I want to come
Come here, come there
I am the guide of light at night
Don't fear my tears blind as bright
Here and out of sight
The lyrics of "Lost" by Eloy are deep and poetic, and can be interpreted in various ways. It seems to be about someone who is lost and seeking guidance, possibly from a higher power or a loved one. The first line, "I'm blind," suggests a sense of confusion or disorientation. The next line, "I hide behind my raven tear," could mean that the person is hiding their emotions behind a facade or a dark veil.
The next two lines, "You will find your mind inside of my hollow ear, My eyes are staring throughout my opened head," could be interpreted to mean that the singer is offering a listening ear and a watchful eye to the person who is lost. The image of a hollow ear could mean that the singer is open to hearing the person's thoughts and feelings. The phrase "staring throughout my opened head" could mean that the singer is hyper-aware and observant.
The chorus, "So rise and fight against face and time, Space and crime, You are the one I want to come," could be interpreted as a call to action for the person who is lost. It suggests that the person should stand up against obstacles and challenges, and that the singer is rooting for them. The line "You are the one I want to come" could either mean that the singer wants the person to come to them for guidance, or that the singer wants the person to succeed and arrive at their destination.
The next lines, "Come here, come there, You do not have to run," could be interpreted as the singer reassuring the person that they don't have to go on this journey alone, and that they are there to help. The line "I am the guide of light at night, Don't fear my tears blind as bright, Here and out of sight" could mean that the singer is a beacon of hope and light in dark times, and that they are there even when they are not physically present.
Overall, "Lost" by Eloy is a haunting and beautiful song that offers comfort and guidance to those who are lost.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm blind
I am unable to see both literally and metaphorically
I hide behind my raven tear
I conceal my innermost emotions or pain with an expressionless face, similar to a raven hiding behind its dark wings
You will find your mind inside of my hollow ear
I am willing to listen to you and empathize with you, even if it means absorbing your thoughts and emotional baggage
My eyes are staring throughout my opened head
My thoughts and emotions are scattered, overwhelming, and unmanageable, causing my mind to constantly race and my eyes to stare blankly
So rise and fight against face and time
Encouragement to rise above any challenges or obstacles that one may face, and to seize the moment because time waits for no one
Space and crime
Possible reference to the dangers and uncertainties of an unknown or unforgiving environment
You are the one I want to come
I yearn for your physical presence and emotional support
Come here, come there
Invitation to come closer or further depending on what is comfortable for you
You do not have to run
You don't need to run away from your problems or worries, I will be here to offer help and support
I am the guide of light at night
I will offer guidance and be a source of hope when everything seems dark and bleak
Don't fear my tears blind as bright
My tears may be intense and powerful, but they are not to be feared as they are a symbol of my empathy and willingness to feel and understand your pain
Here and out of sight
I am present and available, but may not always draw attention to myself
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALEXANDER GERLACH, KAI PAUL
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