In April 2001, the band enters the studio to record their first album entitled The Promise with the Quebec sound engineer : Pierre Remillard. The album will be mixed at the very reputable Victor studio in Montreal. In October 2001, the band officially releases their first album on the Canadian market. A few months later, one can read excellent reviews in important international metal magazines : Heavy oder was !? (Germany), Dark City (Russia), Burrn! Magazine (Japan), Hard Rock magazine (France), etc. In less than a year, the album is distributed in Japan by M&I, in Russia by CD Maximum, and in Europe by Just for kicks music.
This group made up of fervant musicians, Sonia Pineault (vocal), Martin Desharnais (guitar), Patrick Vir (bass), Mike Bélanger (drums) et Frédérick Desroches (keyboards) display some daring in producing a sound coming from the old countries. The outstanding talent that dwells within them along with the originality of a female vocal in a world dominated by men, gives them a sound that is very much their own, which propels them to the ranks occupied by bands of international calibre. Forgotten Tales music offers, the heavy metal enthusiasts as well as those fond of whatever is new, a musical performance with hints of classical, baroque and, at times, progressive influences. It stands out with its energy and rapidity without neglecting musicality. The power of its catchy refrains simply makes you want to sing them.
Following the large number of positive reviews found in various types of media (web sites, fanzines, radio stations, specialty magazines) from around the world, the band tackles the composing of music for their second album. In May 2002, the group has once again proved its worth in concert by doing the opening act for the German group Edguy on a visit to Quebec City. In November 2002, the group has returned on stage with the legendary power metal group: Gamma Ray. They made the fans vibrate to the sound of their energetic music.
The year 2003 marked the group’s return to the studio to record their second album entitled All the Sinners at the end of October of that year. With the assistance of the sound engineer, Pierre Talbot, Forgotten Tales has spent six months at Menzo studio, recording, refining and putting the finishing touches to their music. The result is not waited upon. The Japanese record company M&I announces the official release of the album in August 2004; the 18th, to be more precise. This, two weeks before the release in Canada. Already, reviews start coming out from everywhere, and the list of collaborators for large scale distribution does not stop lengthening…
In 2005, original drummer Cédric Prévost left the band, replaced by Mike Bélanger. At the beginning of the following year, the band opened for Finnish power metallers Sonata Arctica. In February 2007, the band announced their new keyboardist William Simard replaced, Frédérick Desroches. In February 2009, Desroches rejoined.
Their third album, We Shall See the Light, was released in 2010. This album was received well, reviews claiming that despite being an independent release, listeners "would not be able to tell". The drumming of Mike Belanger was praised, along with the strong vocal work of Sonia Pineault.
Today, it is with great pleasure that Forgotten Tales, a Canadian power metal band, continues their relentless work toward the attainment of their objectives. And this, to the great pleasure of the fans here and elsewhere.
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Gates Beyond Reality
Forgotten Tales Lyrics
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Now you know that today will be your last
If you could see in our hearts the clouds and the
Rain.
You should know,we can't forget the past.
You lived your life in gold and lace
With plenty of food and wine.
Waiting for a sign.
You've raped, you have stolen
A thousand times on this land.
For you it was only amusement
That they didn't understand. But today... They will
See...
The death of a cold heart, liberty for all
There'll be no more tyrant to tear them apart.
Death of a cold heart, liberty for all
Death of a cold heart, they will be free at last.
You lived your life all alone, you thought you had
Friends.
They got you to the bone, you'll regret 'till the end.
Now we see in your eyes
The end of this reign of terror
Wherever we'll go even in the skies
We'll never meet together
If you could see in our hearts
No more clouds, no more rain
We now have hope for your children
They are free at last. And they've seen...
But today... They have seen...
They've seen the death of a cold heart...
The lyrics of the song "Gates Beyond Reality" by Forgotten Tales is a powerful portrayal of the downfall of a tyrant who has lived his life in luxury and power, but at the expense of those who suffered under his oppressive rule. The first verse describes the fear and pain of the tyrant as he faces his inevitable end, and at the same time, reminds the audience of the suffering and misery that he has inflicted upon others.
The second verse contrasts the life of luxury that the tyrant enjoyed with the poverty and anguish suffered by those outside his rule. The tyrant is portrayed as a selfish and cruel individual who had no regard for the lives of others, and who stole from and raped the land without remorse. The line "For you, it was only amusement that they didn't understand" suggests that the tyrant was ignorant of the impact his actions had on others.
However, the chorus of the song offers hope and redemption as the audience hears of the death of the cold-hearted tyrant and the liberty and freedom that follows in his wake. The final verse expresses this hope for a better and freer future, where the people are no longer oppressed, and the clouds and rain in their hearts are lifted.
Line by Line Meaning
I can see in your eyes the fear and the pain.
I can sense the panic and suffering in your eyes.
Now you know that today will be your last
You are aware that today is the end for you.
If you could see in our hearts the clouds and the Rain.
If you could understand our emotions and struggles.
You should know, we can't forget the past.
It's impossible for us to erase the memories of what happened.
You lived your life in gold and lace
You enjoyed a life of luxury and excess.
With plenty of food and wine.
Indulging in plenty of delicious meals and drinks.
But the world outside was in disgrace
However, outside your privileged life, the world was in a state of ruin.
Waiting for a sign.
Hoping for a change or improvement.
You've raped, you have stolen
You have committed heinous crimes of rape and theft.
A thousand times on this land.
Numerous instances of these crimes have been committed on this land.
For you it was only amusement
You found pleasure and entertainment in these crimes.
That they didn't understand. But today... They will See...
The severity and impact of your actions will finally be acknowledged today.
The death of a cold heart, liberty for all
Your malicious reign is over, and everyone can now live in freedom.
There'll be no more tyrant to tear them apart.
No more oppressive ruler to divide and harm the people.
They've seen the death of a cold heart...
The people have witnessed the end of a cruel leader's reign.
You lived your life all alone, you thought you had Friends.
Despite your wealth and power, you were ultimately alone and deceived.
They got you to the bone, you'll regret 'till the end.
Your false friends have taken everything from you, and you will continue to suffer the consequences.
Now we see in your eyes
We can now perceive in your eyes.
The end of this reign of terror
The end of your reign of terror.
Wherever we'll go even in the skies
No matter where we go, even in the heavens above us.
We'll never meet together
We will never cross paths or coexist.
If you could see in our hearts
If you could comprehend what we feel in our hearts.
No more clouds, no more rain
No more dark times or struggles.
We now have hope for your children
We now have optimism for the future generations.
They are free at last. And they've seen... But today... They have seen...
They are finally liberated, and have witnessed the end of a destructive era.
Death of a cold heart, liberty for all
The death of a merciless leader, and the ensuing freedom of all people.
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