1) Falconer was Ste… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists bearing the name Falconer:
1) Falconer was Stefan Weinerhall's (former guitarist of Mithotyn) Swedish power metal project, with strong folk influences, aimed at being similar to Mithotyn, but (in contrast to typical harsh vocal-ed folk metal/viking metal) with clean vocals.
Created in May 1999, the project initially started unnamed. Their self-titled debut album Falconer was released in March 2001. Since then, they've released eight other albums: Chapters from a Vale Forlorn (2002), The Sceptre of Deception (2003), Grime vs Grandeur (2005), Northwind (2006), Among Beggars and Thieves (2008), Armod (2011),Black Moon Rising (2014) and From a Dying ember (2020).
Vocalist Mathias Blad, who performed on the first two albums and on the third album as a guest vocalist on a few songs, returned for the recording process of the 5th album, Northwind. On albums The Sceptre of Deception and Grime vs Grandeur vocals were performed by Karl Kristoffer Göbel. With the addition of the new singer, Falconer's music also changed and became faster and more aggressive. Many fans thought that with these two albums and a new singer's style FALCONER moved too far away from their folk influences, which was their trademark from the very beginning, so eventually the decision was made to have Mathias Blad back on vocals. Mathias' unique, melancholic, mid-range vocals, atypical for metal in general, was also one of the Falconer's trademarks that most fans considered to be irreplaceable. With Mathias back on vocals, their album Northwind (2006) also marked the return of more folk influenced music, in the vein of the first two albums.
They disbanded in 2020 after their final album was released.
Discogrpahy:
Falconer (2001)
Chapters from a Vale Forlorn (2002)
The Sceptre of Deception (2003)
Grime vs. Grandeur (2005)
Northwind (2006)
Among Beggars and Thieves (2008)
Armod (2011)
Black Moon Rising (2014)
From a Dying Ember (2020)
FInal line-up:
Mathias Blad – vocals (1999-2002, 2005–2020), keyboards (1999-2002)
Stefan Weinerhall – rhythm and lead guitar, backing vocals (1999–2020), keyboards (2002–2020), bass (1999-2002)
Karsten Larsson – drums (1999–2020)
Jimmy Hedlund – lead guitar, backing vocals (2004–2020)
Magnus Linhardt – bass (2004–2020)
Former members:
Kristoffer Göbel – vocals (2002-2005)
Anders Johansson – guitars (2002-2004)
Peder Johansson – bass (2002-2003)
2) Falconer is the studio name of Andy Falconer, an audio engineer from London (UK) who is best known for his work with The Orb from 1991 until 1994. He has released one album (Falconer, 1993) and countless remixes.
Humanity
Falconer Lyrics
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Soon comes the night
And you will dream in hell.
Build a tower to the sky.
Take on the powers
Not meant for you and I.
Can you walk on the water? NO!
We are heading for the end
You found the key to immortality.
Thorns always come with the rose.
Here is what you got:
Humanity overdose.
For all of, eternity
She has played this game.
From half of, a century
Can you do the same?
Realize the holy Grail,
My oh my what a perfect plan.
But wait, the chalice's looking pale,
Polish it up if you can.
Step into the holy land.
Watch every move
'Cause damnation is at hand.
The gift of life is so divine.
But without death
Life will soon decline.
The lyrics to Falconer's song "Humanity" are a warning to live life to the fullest, but with caution. The first stanza emphasizes the importance of accomplishing one's dreams before the inevitable end, as it is followed by the lines "and you will dream in hell." The next two lines encourage the listener to aim high and take risks, but the cautionary note follows: "Not meant for you and I."
The chorus asserts that humanity is heading towards an end, that our search for immortality will only lead to our downfall. The line "thorns always come with the rose" serves as a metaphorical reminder that even in the beauty of life, there will always be danger and obstacles.
The next stanza introduces the concept of the "holy grail," a symbol for perfection and completion. But the lines "But wait, the chalice's looking pale, polish it up if you can" suggest that even this perfect plan may not last, and that one must be vigilant to maintain it. The final stanza warns that life is precious, but death is necessary for it to continue.
Overall, the song presents a cautionary tale of the risks of striving for perfection, immortality, and pushing boundaries without considering the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Live your dream and live it well.
Pursue your aspirations with vigor and make the most of them.
Soon comes the night
Death is inevitable and will be upon us soon.
And you will dream in hell.
If you have not fulfilled your dreams, you will regret them and suffer in the afterlife.
Build a tower to the sky.
Strive for great accomplishments, no matter how difficult it may seem.
Take on the powers
Do not shy away from challenges that come your way.
Not meant for you and I.
Accept that some challenges may be beyond our capacity.
Can you walk on the water? NO!
Some challenges are insurmountable and should not be attempted.
Make no attempt, just turn around and go.
Some challenges are best left unattempted, and it's better to walk away.
We are heading for the end
Our mortality is a constant reminder that life is short and that we must make the most of it.
You found the key to immortality.
Realizing your dreams is the key to immortality in the memories of those who will remember us after we are gone.
Thorns always come with the rose.
Every achievement comes with its own set of challenges.
Here is what you got:
The result of our actions determines what we achieve.
Humanity overdose.
The excessive pursuit of power can result in the destruction of humanity itself.
For all of, eternity
The human race has been pursuing its dreams and aspirations for ages past.
She has played this game.
Humanity's pursuit of its dreams and goals has been an ongoing process.
From half of, a century
For at least fifty years, the human race has been pursuing its dreams and goals.
Can you do the same?
Ask yourself if you can also join the pursuit of your dreams with the same vigor.
Realize the holy Grail,
Chase your dreams no matter how elusive they may seem.
My oh my what a perfect plan.
Despite how perfect a plan to pursue a dream may seem, there will always be challenges and unforeseen circumstances.
But wait, the chalice's looking pale,
Chasing one's dreams may not always be as glamorous as it seems.
Polish it up if you can.
Do your best to make your dreams a reality, no matter how challenging.
Step into the holy land.
Take action to achieve your goals, no matter how daunting the task may seem.
Watch every move
Pay attention to every detail as you pursue your dreams, as even small details can have a significant impact on the outcome.
'Cause damnation is at hand.
Failure to pursue your dreams can lead to significant regret.
The gift of life is so divine.
Life itself is a precious gift.
But without death
Death gives our lives meaning and encourages us to make the most of our time.
Life will soon decline.
Without death, life itself would decline in meaning and lose its significance.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: STEFAN WEINERHALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
relshdan
one of the best power metal songs ever.
Salty Has-been
Even though I really enjoy this album, I think I will buy their newest one before I buy this one or others.
Rodrigo Veloso
muy bueno
Roberto López
yeah!.. buena rola!!!!
LordCard
People who hate on this album don't know what they are missing. This shit is gold.
Selrisitai
Agreed!
Rubens
Magnifique
Dopa M1n3rva
I think Kristoffer Gobel's voice sounds more similar to Eric Adams's and Michael Kiske's than to that of any of the other singers people have mentioned in the comments.
Selrisitai
I think he sounds like himself. I haven't really heard another singer that sounds just like Kristoffer.
Median Alcoa
sounds nice :D