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
silhouette
Eloy Lyrics
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A fountain of magic spells
Her mind was of sunshowered beauty
We once knew so well
Her roots understanding of earth seeking silently
Branches of arching embrace and serenety
Flowers revealing the secret of her own mystery
Her fruit offering endless desire for true love and harmony
Let the winds of heaven dance between us now
Your restless tides return forever
Every flower reflects your innocent brow
As the silence of the seasons
Will unfold our lifetime memory
Our beclouded search for reasons
Echoes call afar and so persistantly
Your feeling song we thought we knew
Still we'll carry on in unison with you
We will always be together
Let the winds of heaven dance between us now
Your restless tides return forever
Every flower reflects your innocent brow
As the silence of the seasons
Will unfold our lifetime memory
Our beclouded search for reasons
Echoes call afar and so persistantly
Your feeling song we thought we knew
Still we'll carry on in unison with you
Roots understanding seeking silently
Branches searching in serenety
Flowers revealing their own mystery
Her fruit offering harmony
Roots understanding seeking silently
Branches searching in serenety
Flowers revealing their own mystery
Her fruit offering harmony
The lyrics of Eloy's song Silhouette are a beautiful ode to a woman who embodies the qualities of nature. The comparison to an oak tree is significant, as it represents the strength and wisdom that this woman possesses. Her mind is described as being of "sunshowered beauty," suggesting that she radiates positivity and warmth. Her understanding of the earth and her roots are emphasized throughout the song, indicating that she is grounded and connected to the natural world.
The imagery of the branches arching in embrace and flowers revealing their own mystery symbolizes the woman's ability to nurture and protect those around her. Her love and harmony are endless, and the singer expresses their desire to always be connected to her, even if it is through memories and echoes.
The repetition of the last stanza emphasizes the importance of the woman's qualities and the singer's desire to carry on in unison with her. The song celebrates the beauty and power of nature and encourages us to embrace our connection to it.
Line by Line Meaning
She grew like the blossming oak tree
She developed and matured over time, just like a majestic oak tree blossoming and growing.
A fountain of magic spells
She possessed an enchanting, mysterious quality that captivated those around her like a magical fountain.
Her mind was of sunshowered beauty
She had a bright and radiant intellect that shone like the warmth of the sun, making her all the more beautiful to behold.
We once knew so well
We used to understand her deeply and intimately, but something has changed.
Her roots understanding of earth seeking silently
She had a profound and intuitive comprehension of the natural world, quietly exploring and seeking its secrets.
Branches of arching embrace and serenety
Her arms reached out to embrace and comfort others, conveying her peaceful and serene nature.
Flowers revealing the secret of her own mystery
The flowers around her revealed her mysteries, hinting at a hidden and elusive identity.
Her fruit offering endless desire for true love and harmony
The fruits she bore symbolized her deep desire for genuine love and a peaceful, harmonious life.
We will always be together
Even though something has changed, we still feel a connection and bond that will endure.
Let the winds of heaven dance between us now
May the vast and powerful universe dance and whirl between us, guiding and sustaining us.
Your restless tides return forever
Your ever-changing and restless nature will continue indefinitely, but we will remain steadfast regardless.
Every flower reflects your innocent brow
Each flower around her embodies her innocence and purity.
As the silence of the seasons
As time passes and the seasons change, everything else stays quiet and still.
Will unfold our lifetime memory
Our shared experiences and memories will continue to emerge and become clearer over time.
Our beclouded search for reasons
Our search for answers and explanations is hazy and uncertain.
Echoes call afar and so persistantly
Echoes of the past continue to resound and persist even from a distance.
Your feeling song we thought we knew
We used to understand the emotions and sentiments she expressed, but now we are no longer sure.
Still we'll carry on in unison with you
Even though we are uncertain and things have changed, we will continue to move forward together in harmony.
Roots understanding seeking silently
Her roots search for deeper understanding, growing silently and steadily.
Branches searching in serenety
Her arms and branches continue to reach out and search for fulfillment and serenity.
Flowers revealing their own mystery
Her flowers continue to hint at a secret and enigmatic essence.
Her fruit offering harmony
The fruits of her labor continue to represent her deep desire for harmony and balance.
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Written by: Bob Crewe, Frank C. Slay Jr.
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@davouda964
She grew like the blossoming oak tree
A fountain of magic spells
Her mind was of sunshowered beauty
We once knew so well
Her roots understanding of earth seeking silently
Branches of arching embrace and serenity
Flowers revealing the secret of her own mystery
Her fruit offering endless desire for true love and harmony
We will always be together
Let the winds of heaven dance between us now
Your restless tides return forever
Every flower reflects your innocent brow
As the silence of the seasons
Will unfold our lifetime memory
Our beclouded search for reasons
Echoes call afar and so persistently
Your feeling song we thought we knew
Still we'll carry on in unison with you
We will always be together
Let the winds of heaven dance between us now
Your restless tides return forever
Every flower reflects your innocent brow
As the silence of the seasons
Will unfold our lifetime memory
Our beclouded search for reasons
Echoes call afar and so persistently
Your feeling song we thought we knew
Still we'll carry on in unison with you
Roots understanding seeking silently
Branches searching in serenity
Flowers revealing their own mystery
Her fruit offering harmony
Roots understanding seeking silently
Branches searching in serenity
Flowers revealing their own mystery
Her fruit offering harmony
@billybritt5835
I'm a fan of Pink Floyd, Yes, and many others (and an even bigger fan of The Alan Parsons Project). But these guys are my favorite. Been listening to them for years and in my opinion they don't have one bad song in their repertoire.
@user-uu1bw7nr4v
Respira fundo é demaissssss!!!!!!!!!👍🏻
@davouda964
She grew like the blossoming oak tree
A fountain of magic spells
Her mind was of sunshowered beauty
We once knew so well
Her roots understanding of earth seeking silently
Branches of arching embrace and serenity
Flowers revealing the secret of her own mystery
Her fruit offering endless desire for true love and harmony
We will always be together
Let the winds of heaven dance between us now
Your restless tides return forever
Every flower reflects your innocent brow
As the silence of the seasons
Will unfold our lifetime memory
Our beclouded search for reasons
Echoes call afar and so persistently
Your feeling song we thought we knew
Still we'll carry on in unison with you
We will always be together
Let the winds of heaven dance between us now
Your restless tides return forever
Every flower reflects your innocent brow
As the silence of the seasons
Will unfold our lifetime memory
Our beclouded search for reasons
Echoes call afar and so persistently
Your feeling song we thought we knew
Still we'll carry on in unison with you
Roots understanding seeking silently
Branches searching in serenity
Flowers revealing their own mystery
Her fruit offering harmony
Roots understanding seeking silently
Branches searching in serenity
Flowers revealing their own mystery
Her fruit offering harmony
@ServeeSchellinx
best band........they are in my soul
@deanware3439
Colours..great album, great band, thanks ELOY from Australia
@manugrandest1683
Je suis français et j'aime beaucoup Eloy.
Colours reste mon album préféré. C'est rock, mélodique, avec un beau son moderne tout en restant typé années 70 .
J'aime bien également Metromania et Ocean,
Des albums différents mais excellents .
Hanes Arkona excellent guitariste 🎸
@kistar1
Exellent,super,прекрасно!♥♥♥♥♥
@Capucine444
Eloy, one of the best groups. Hannes Arkona... in my heart forever with all the intense & sweet moments spent together
@christiankiller4617
An absolut powerful and melody Sound of the same time - Thank you
@Bullet19881988
wow ive known this band about 2 days know..... every single song which ive heared until know is absoutly awesome. great songs... mad skilled musicians ! its a tragedy that this band is so unkown today. iam also from germany Sehr geil .... sowas sollte es doch wieder geben ... ich selbst werde mich versuchen davon beeinflusen zu lassen im musikalischen sinne