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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My Soul
Forgotten Tales Lyrics
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And many rumors I've heard
All about me, they were talking
Was that truth or stupid lies
It appears that I am heartless
Hidden in my evil beauty
They say I have no feelings
Beyond the seas, when my name is heard
Valorous warriors tremble in fear
No one would dare to defy me
Cause I was part of all the wars
In every path that I followed
Everyone avoid and fear my name
But since our glances crossed
Our destinies are linked forever
But you're still unaware
I sell my soul to have you by my side
To fill the emptiness of a lonely life
I sell my soul 'cause no more I want to hide
In the darkness of this eternal night
Just to kill all that darkness
The abyss where I was born
I chose you among the mortals
Cause you had the courage to face me
For you I'd be ready to learn
How to trust and how to love
For years I lived like an animal
No one to take care of me
For a long time I've waited this day
My spell has worked so well
I'll lose powers but you'll be mine
Together we will reach the light
But you're still unaware
I sell my soul...
The lyrics of Forgotten Tales's song My Soul describe a protagonist who is feared and avoided by many due to their ruthless reputation. They have traveled far and wide, and have heard numerous rumors about themselves. People spoke about them with either truth or nonsense, but it was difficult to discern which was which. Despite their beauty, they were believed to be heartless and to only possess a coldness in their eyes. The singer's reputation has reached beyond seas, and valiant warriors are said to shudder at the mere mention of their name. No one dared to cross them because they had participated in all of the previous wars.
However, things change when the singer meets someone. They fall in love and become willing to sell their soul just to be with that person. They choose this particular individual because they have the nerves to face them. The singer is ready to learn how to love and trust. They had lived like an animal for years and had no one to care for them. Despite their initial fears, they believe that their love for the new person can help to dispel the darkness that has always existed within them. They hope to leave the eternal night behind and reach the light with the new person's help, even if they are still unaware of the singer's loving intentions.
Overall, the lyrics of My Soul convey the themes of isolation, love, and redemption. It tells the story of someone who has been shunned by society due to their fearsome reputation and are forced to live like an animal until they find someone who is willing to accept them for who they are. Despite being afraid to lose their powers and status, they are willing to sell their soul just to be with the person they love. This song encourages listeners to reach out to others and show them compassion and love, no matter how isolated or feared they may be.
Line by Line Meaning
Many countries I have crossed
I have travelled to many countries
And many rumors I've heard
And I have heard many rumors
All about me, they were talking
People have been talking about me
Was that truth or stupid lies
But I don't know if they are true or just lies
It appears that I am heartless
People think I am heartless
Hidden in my evil beauty
Which is hidden in my beauty
They say I have no feelings
They believe I have no emotions
But a coldness in my eyes
But only a cold stare
Beyond the seas, when my name is heard
When my name is heard across the seas
Valorous warriors tremble in fear
Brave warriors shake with fear
No one would dare to defy me
Nobody would dare to challenge me
Cause I was part of all the wars
Because I was involved in all the wars
In every path that I followed
On every path that I have taken
Everyone avoid and fear my name
Everyone avoids and fears my name
But since our glances crossed
But since we first met
Our destinies are linked forever
Our fates have been intertwined forever
But you're still unaware
But you still don't know
I sell my soul to have you by my side
I would give anything to be with you
To fill the emptiness of a lonely life
To fill the void of a lonely existence
I sell my soul 'cause no more I want to hide
I would do anything to not hide anymore
In the darkness of this eternal night
In the eternal darkness
Just to kill all that darkness
Just to get rid of all that darkness
The abyss where I was born
The deep dark place where I come from
I chose you among the mortals
I have chosen you among all humans
Cause you had the courage to face me
Because you were brave enough to confront me
For you I'd be ready to learn
I am willing to learn for you
How to trust and how to love
How to be trusting and how to love
For years I lived like an animal
I have lived like an animal for a long time
No one to take care of me
Nobody has ever cared for me
For a long time I've waited this day
I have been waiting for this day for a long time
My spell has worked so well
My magic has worked perfectly
I'll lose powers but you'll be mine
I will lose my powers, but you will be mine
Together we will reach the light
Together we will find happiness
But you're still unaware
But you still don't know
I sell my soul...
I will do anything for you
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