In 2003 and 2004 EMERALD SUN released two great demos: "Sword Of Light" and "High In The Sky", which received extremely euphoric reviews in Metal magazines all over the world. Even when hearing them for the first time, the powerful, melodic Speed Metal songs remind you of the Germans Helloween at their best time. This certainly is mostly due to the fantastic voice of Jimmy Santrazami which sounds like Michael Kiske’s almost down to every detail. After shows with bands like Edguy, Omen, Grim Reaper and Redrum the band performed on many festivals, among others on the Rockemon, Rock Before X-Mas, Evil Existence Fest, Metal Up Your Ass and the Coca Cola-Fest. Supported by massive radio and TV promotion, EMERALD SUN becomes one of the most famous local bands.
In January 2005 EMERALD SUN enter the Nemesis Recording Studios in Kavala to record their debut album under the direction of producer Tasos Karapapazoglou (Nemesis, Elwing). His skilful guidance illuminates the new songs which had been diligently composed over years, and the remix and the mastering of R.D. Liapakis (Mystic Prophecy, Jack Starr, David Chastain...) makes them sound powerful and brilliant. "Escape From Twilight" (the title of the album) sounds so convincing that Limb Music Products agrees to a long-term cooperation with the band. At the international Mainhill Awards, they are elected best newcomer band. Plus, in the online edition of the third Heavy Metal Eurovision’s Song Contest with participants from over 40 countries, EMERALD SUN finish second with the song 'Scream Out Loud'.
And now the time has come: 'Escape From Twilight' is released by LMP. Pieces like the award-winning 'Scream Out Loud', the title tracks of the demos 'High In The Sky' and 'Sword Of Light' and the phenomenal 'The Story Begins' will enthuse every fan of old Helloween, Stratovarius and Rhapsody totally. But EMERALD SUN are much more than a band with song-writing talent and musical skills which equal those of the old heroes. With their very own instinct for enthralling passages, toughened in the fire of countless, sweaty live shows, EMERALD SUN send the listener on a trip from one climax to another. It is difficult to elude the fascination of their music. So it gets obvious quite quickly why EMERALD SUN could establish themselves as the best of many excellent bands in their home country. And that is just the beginning of the story…
The Traveller
Emerald Sun Lyrics
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To a land that's miles away
And now the time has come
To find a place for me to stay
But before that time arrives
I have many things to say
Come along and stay behind
We are travelling today...
The opening lines of Emerald Sun's "The Traveller" set a wistful tone, reflecting on the passage of time as the singer undertakes a journey to a far-off land. The repetition of "for many years" emphasizes the long and arduous nature of this endeavor, with the destination still seeming somewhat elusive. The use of distance as a metaphor adds an extra layer of meaning, suggesting that this journey is not just geographical, but also a personal and emotional undertaking. As the song continues, the singer expresses a sense of urgency, knowing that time is running short and there is much to be done before they can find a place to settle down. The invitation to "come along and stay behind" is an intriguing one, implying that the singer is not alone on this journey but is accompanied by other travelers with their own stories and struggles.
As the song unfolds, it becomes clear that the journey is not just a physical one, but also a spiritual and philosophical one. The singer sings of seeking the truth and trying to understand the meaning of life, themes that have been explored by countless other artists throughout history. The repetition of "we are traveling today" reinforces the idea that this is not a passive process but one that requires active participation and engagement. The final verse, with its references to "the light that shines" and "a love that's pure and true," hints at a deeper spiritual dimension to the journey, suggesting that the ultimate goal is not just a physical destination but a state of being.
Line by Line Meaning
For many years I travel
I have been on a journey for a considerable time
To a land that's miles away
The destination is at a significant distance
And now the time has come
The moment to make a decision is at hand
To find a place for me to stay
To discover a suitable location to settle down
But before that time arrives
Before the moment of decision comes, there are things left to do
I have many things to say
I have much to impart, express or communicate
Come along and stay behind
Join me for the journey and remain with me for a while
We are travelling today...
Today, we are setting off on a new adventure
Contributed by Lauren D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mlcs179
Do you think it is worth paying more for a scenic cruise or is Emerald good enough? big price difference.
@CruiseselectCoUkTheExperts
Interesting question, thank you. I must admit that, having cruised with Emerald twice, I am a big, big fan of Emerald. I haven't cruised with Scenic, but have popped onboard a couple of their ships during ship tours at river conferences. Both Scenic and Emerald have similar aesthetics in that they're very contemporary. Staterooms are larger on Scenic, and (for example) if you're travelling as a solo traveller, their solo cabins were much more comfortable than Emerald's. There are definitely enhancements that you would experience on a Scenic cruise, certain shoreside experiences that are a bit more elevated, that wouldn't be included or featured on an Emerald cruise; for example, when we were in Osijek, we went to a church visited by both, but Scenic offer an exclusive concert by local musicians and fruit brandy tasting, rather than just a historic talk. That being said, Emerald offer some fantastic experiences themselves, and I do genuinely believe that they are brilliant value for money, and feel that what you actually get is above and beyond a four-star cruise.
There are obviously reasons for the price difference, and as Scenic are all-inclusive, what you pay to get onboard is what you'd pay to get off (unless, perhaps you wanted to treat yourself to a spa treatment, for example), whereas Emerald include a lot of amenities, but not as many as Scenic (e.g. drinks, but you can purchase a drinks package). If it came down to budget, and you weren't able or willing to pay as much for Scenic, you wouldn't need to worry about Emerald being 'good enough', because in my honest opinion, they are wonderful! I hope this helps :) - Amy
@mlcs179
Hello Amy, thank you for such an in-depth response. You have answered my question and alleviated my fears. My husband and I don't really drink, so a drinks package would be wasted on us. We are wanting to do a little of our own thing, so not attending churches or singing won't worry us. Of all the river reviews out there yours has been the most helpful. I think there would be many a person researching why they should book with a particular company. Especially a comparison. We will be booking next week with Emerald, so cheers to you!