(2) German Trance project of Ralph Fritsch & Detlef Hastik, active throughout the 90s which ended with the double A-side release: "You're My Angel / The Moon Is Shining" in 2003. "You're My Angel" was later covered by the UK duo Styles & Breeze.
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The Canadian musician decided to stop using this moniker in December 18th, 2009 and start using his own name, Owen Pallett, as he planned to release his third album in the Japanese market, where the name 'Final Fantasy' may have conflicted with the famous video game franchise. He also announced that previous albums will be re-released under his name
Owen Pallett is a violinist and singer from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He is the principal member of the band Final Fantasy, which is essentially a solo group, although Leon Taheny is also credited as drummer and engineer. (This band should not be mistaken with Square Enix's famous game series "Final Fantasy" - its music is mostly composed by 植松伸夫. The name "Final Fantasy" is in fact a tribute to the well-known video game series.) On September 18th 2006, Final Fantasy won the inaugural Polaris Music Prize for the best Canadian album (based solely on artistic merit).
Pallett has been noted for his live performances, wherein he plays the violin into a sampler controlled by foot pedals, which then loops back one or more of the previously played musical phrases as he plays additional parts simultaneously. He has also performed with more traditional string quartets as backing musicians.
He believes his work is somewhat influenced by his sexuality, saying "As far as whether the music I make is gay or queer, yeah, it comes from the fact that I'm gay, but that doesn't mean I'm making music about it." in a recent interview.
"I'm taking a cue from Joel Gibb," he begins. "He and I are very different people, and we're very different in terms of the way we've assessed our sexual identities, but one thing I really respect about him is that his music has less to do with his identity and more to do with the more interesting aspects of himself." He states in an earlier interview in Toronto's NOW Magazine concerning his sexual identity and its use in his music.
On 12 February 2005, his debut album, Final Fantasy Has A Good Home, was released by the recording club Blocks (sometimes referred to as 'BlocksBlocksBlocks'), a cooperative, Toronto-based record label of which he is a member. A second album is entitled "He Poos Clouds", and inspiration for the songs are based on the eight schools of magic used for Dungeons & Dragons and how they relate to modern times. It is released under Tomlab.
His previous projects included a 3-piece Toronto-based band, Les Mouches, now defunct. He is still a member of another Toronto band called Picastro. Owen has also recorded and toured with The Hidden Cameras and The Arcade Fire. One of his songs, "This Is the Dream of Win & Regine", was inspired by the principal members of the latter group, Win Butler and Régine Chassagne, and a Dntel song of a similar name (This is the Dream of Evan & Chan). Owen also co-wrote the orchestral arrangements for both of The Arcade Fire's albums, along with Régine Chassagne.
Flare Gun
Final Fantasy Lyrics
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The peat and moss of Avenroe,
St. Germain's canaries,
The fortress of Alpentine.
Oh, my soul! My loyalty is to the East and Spectral man, and bird, and beast.
Red soil for the taking,
All good men of valourous heart, consider a new start,
And sail today for the Heartland!
The lyrics to Final Fantasy's song, Flare Gun, paint a vivid picture of various locations and offerings to entice the listener to consider a journey. The Wella Woods of Belvedere and the peat and moss of Avenroe are described with a tone of reverence, while St. Germain's canaries and the fortress of Alpentine add an air of mystery and adventure. The nod to the East and the mention of spectral creatures adds to the mystical appeal of this potential voyage.
As the lyrics continue, the focus shifts to more earthly desires, with references to red soil and ruddy women. However, the call for "good men of valourous heart" adds a sense of nobility and duty to the proposed journey. The refrain of "sail today for the Heartland" is both an invitation and a challenge, encouraging the listener to take action and embark on a potentially life-changing adventure.
Overall, the lyrics to Flare Gun use imagery and language that evoke a sense of wonder and fascination with the unknown. The references to specific places and creatures add a layer of world-building, while the call to adventure and duty add an emotional weight to the proposed journey.
Line by Line Meaning
The wella woods of Belvedere,
The beautiful woods found in Belvedere are picturesque and captivating to behold.
The peat and moss of Avenroe,
The peat and moss located in Avenroe have unique properties and characteristics that make them worth exploring.
St. Germain's canaries,
The canaries of St. Germain have a melodious song that is pleasing to the ear and soothing to the soul.
The fortress of Alpentine.
The fortress of Alpentine is a grand and imposing structure that inspires awe and fear in equal measure.
Oh, my soul! My loyalty is to the East and Spectral man, and bird, and beast.
I am devoted to the mystical and ethereal world of the East where wondrous creatures such as ghosts, birds, and beasts roam free.
Red soil for the taking,
The rich, red soil around the area is available and ripe for the taking, ready to be claimed and utilized for whatever purposes one may desire.
Ruddy women for your brides.
The women of the area have a unique and vibrant beauty that is enchanting and alluring, making them desirable as brides.
All good men of valourous heart, consider a new start,
For any noble and courageous man who seeks adventure and a fresh start, there are opportunities abound in this land.
And sail today for the Heartland!
So set sail immediately for the Heartland, where new journeys and experiences await.
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Jacob Leath
Owen pallett is without a doubt my favorite artist and has been an incredible year finding all that he has to offer. Just found this song today and think its awesome.
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