The band's name refers to magnetic fields and the biblical Nephilim race. Their sound was innovative in the gothic scene, incorporating heavy metal elements to make a hard, bass and guitar driven sound underneath McCoy's growled vocals. Lyrically, they incorporated mystical themes, especially relating to Sumerian Mythology, Hebrew Mysticism, and Aleister Crowley.
Their debut release the "Burning the fields EP" was released in 1985 showing the raw power and melody that began to earn them a big underground following. They signed to Beggars Banquet in 1986 to release "Power" and "Preacher Man". Both singles were alternative rock hits, and "Dawnrazor", their debut album did similarly well. "Dawnrazor" was a powerful, albeit standard gothic rock collection of modern horror-film themed songs, standout songs were "Dust" (a live favourite), "Vet for the Insane" a quieter melodic showcase for Yates' guitar and McCoy's gruff, dramatic vocals, and the powerful ten minute title-track.
The single "Blue Water" was subsequently released reaching the main UK charts for the first time, and making a big impact on the Independent chart listings for their label Situation Two. The following year the single "Moonchild" was released followed by their assured second album "The Nephilim". Displaying a more confident and polished sound, the band cemented their status as one of the biggest underground acts on the circuit. The standout tracks were "The Watchman" (later released as a single), "Phobia" (a live favourite), "Love under will" and the anthemic "Last exit for the lost". The following live dates with the more sophisticated light show and effects, and of course the larger venues, highlighted their inexorable rise in popularity and confidence.
"Psychonaut" was released in 1989; this ten minute track indicated a slight shift for the band toward a more experimental and intense sound. This single/EP was a candle-bearer for the polished and highly produced "Elizium" album. Produced for the first time by ex-Pink Floyd producer Andy Jackson (taking over from previous band producer Bill Buchanan), the opus represented the band at the zenith of their creativity and powers. The album was preceded by the single "For Her Light" which again followed the bands custom of charting highly one week courtesy of their army of followers, then dipping out of the chart listings the next.
To the shock of their following, Carl McCoy left the band in 1991, and in a subsequent interview uttered the immortal words "I am the Nephilim...". The remaining band members formed Rubicon, while McCoy began a new group called Nefilim. "Zoon" was released in 1996, an album that largely disappointed followers of his former band. The collection of mostly hard metal and speed-metal tracks pointed in a new direction, but one that ultimately still awaits a follow-up.
The band reformed in 1998, and a collection of out-takes and assorted unreleased recordings, "Fallen" was released in 2002 exciting many of the followers who had grown used to reading about imminent new material, but then disappointed as the tracks were definitely not new material. The album has been disowned by the band who insist that the album was released by their old record label without their wishes or permission.
Live dates penciled in were canceled in 2003 as the band insist they will only tour with new material, refusing to join the other bands of their generation touring to old audiences playing old material. The anticipation amongst their following - The Watchmen, grew awaiting new material, taking their individual and intense sound and lyrics to new spaces and dimensions.
A new album "Mourning Sun" was released in Europe on November 28, 2005, with the North American release scheduled February, 2006. The hitherto hinted at reformed line-up hadn't materialized, and the Carl McCoy led and penned collection of new material received mixed reviews.
In 2007 FotN had gigs in London and at Ville Valo's Helldone Festival in Finland. In 2008 they've played in Warsow and Athens and headlined the Wave Gotik Treffen Festival in Leipzig, Germany. They also performed at M'era Luna 2008 in Germany. At all gigs Carl McCoy was the only member of the original line-up.
The Wright brothers have released two albums and an EP under the name Last Rites playing an ambient sounding dark rock. A third album is currently planned. Tony Pettit is currently a member of the goth rock/metal outfit NFD, also with two released albums. Peter Yates is featured on both NFD-albums as a guest musician.
In 2009 Tony Petitt under the name The Eden House released a collaborative album "Smoke and Mirrors" featuring former members of Fields of the Nephilim Nod Wright, Peter Yates and Paul Wright as well as former producer Andy Jackson.
Official site: http://www.fields-of-the-nephilim.com
Volcane
Fields of the Nephilim Lyrics
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Volcane
Yearning, yearning, yearning
Mr. Jealousy has returned to reality
All secured by humanity
You'll live in danger
Can't you see, I'm loving a stranger
Living inside her, this love volcane
Now burn inside her, this love volcane
Living inside her, this love volcane
He needs to burn inside her, this love volcane
Volcane
Yearning, yearning, yearning
Mr. Jealousy has returned,
Yearning, yearning, yearning
"Volcane" is a song by Fields of the Nephilim that talks about unrequited love and jealousy. The song starts off by introducing the singer, Mr. Jealousy, who has returned to reality. The reference to "reality" could mean that he has been lost in his own jealous thoughts for some time, but is finally coming back to the real world. The song goes on to describe how Mr. Jealousy is consumed by his love for someone who does not reciprocate his feelings, and he is frustrated that this person is a stranger to him.
The chorus of "Volcane" uses the metaphor of a love volcano, or "love volcane," to describe the intensity of Mr. Jealousy's feelings. He feels like he is living inside of this volcano, and that he needs to burn inside of his love for this person. The repetition of the word "yearning" in the chorus emphasizes Mr. Jealousy's desperation and longing for the object of his affection.
Overall, "Volcane" is a dark and moody song that explores the complex emotions of love and jealousy. The lyrics are cryptic and open to interpretation, but they paint a vivid picture of a person consumed by their own emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Jealousy has returned,
The personification of a feeling of jealousy has resurfaced
Volcane
The subject of the song is being compared to a volcano
Yearning, yearning, yearning
There is a persistent feeling of strong desire
Mr. Jealousy has returned to reality
The feeling of jealousy has grown strong enough to manifest in reality
All secured by humanity
Despite living in a society that values safety, there is still danger present
You'll live in danger
The danger is a constant factor of life
Mr. Jealousy, please return her unto me
The person wants to rid themselves of the jealous feeling and return to their previous relationship
Can't you see, I'm loving a stranger
The person they are jealous over is no longer the same person they once knew
Living inside her, this love volcane
The feeling of love is so intense, it is as if there is a volcano living inside the person
Now burn inside her, this love volcane
The feeling of love needs to be felt intensely by the subject
Living inside her, this love volcane
The feeling of love is so intense, it is as if there is a volcano living inside the person
He needs to burn inside her, this love volcane
The person singing wants the subject to feel the intense love they are experiencing
Volcane
The subject is being compared to a volcano
Yearning, yearning, yearning
There is a persistent feeling of strong desire
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALEXANDER WRIGHT, CARL MCCOY, PAUL WRIGHT, PETER YATES, TONY PETTIT
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