Illuminandi recorded two demos; Demo I (four tracks) in 2000 and Demo II (3 tracks) in 2002. Demo II caused some stir in the underground press and eventually got the band signed to Bombworks Records, which in 2005 released the two demos together with a couple of live tracks on one CD entitled The Begining. The band appeared on Polish national TV – TVP1 in show called „Magazyn Raj” (see Illuminandi w raju at Miasto Ma Głos).
Since Illuminandi’s style was gradually developing towards the harder, metal edge, it soon became evident for the band that they needed someone to handle the aggressive vocals. Thus Rajmund “Melon” Jeleń reinforced the band with his powerful growls and screams.
It was in this line-up that Illuminandi recorded their last effort up to date, a 5-song EP entitled Illumina Tenebras Meas. This Latin title means Illuminate My Darknes. Initially, the MCD was to include 4 songs in Polish and one in English, but eventually the band decided to re-record the Polish tracks in English. During the recording stage Janusz Domka stepped in to replace Szymon Grych on drums. Some time later Rajmund Jeleń and Patrycja Pyzińska left the band. They were replaced by Radosław Sołek and Krzysztof Kawa.
Having existed for about 9 years now, the band may not have produced a rich discography, but they have certainly won the hearts of many listeners in Poland and abroad. The group has shared the stage with many well-established rock and metal bands such as e.g. 2TM2,3, Ador Dorath, Anastasis, Armia, Cemetery of Scream, Dissolving of Prodigy, Greedy Invalid, Holy Blood, My Silent Wake, OX, Pantokrator, Pillar, Project 86, Sacrificium, Silent Stream of Godless Elegy, Tourniquet, Virgin Black taking part in festivals in Poland, Germany, The Czech Republic, Switzerland and Ukraine. Illumina Tenebras Meas release show took place on the 21st April 2007 at the Elements of Rock festival in Switzerland. The EP was released in Poland on MocneRamię Records.
IlluminandiThe songs on the EP are varied, the production is better than ever. Prepare for an intense mixture of crushing guitar riffs, pounding bass, raging drums, soothing sounds of cello and violin, powerful growls and screams and emotional clean vocals. You can call it gothic, folk, symphonic, hardcore or death metal, but its simply Illuminandi.
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The Promise
Illuminandi Lyrics
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Stop dwelling in the past
I am doing a new thing!
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the desert.
Pouring water on the thirsty land.
I will lead the blind by ways they have not to know.
Along paths unknown I will guide them.
I formed you in the womb,
I have carried you since your birth
And even to your old age
I will sustain you; I will not forsake you.
I took you from the ends of the earth,
From the farthest corners I called you.
I have chosen you and have not rejected you.
I will pour my Spirit on my children;
My blessing will be on you.
So do not fear, for I am with you!
The Promise by Illuminandi is a song that speaks of hope and renewal. The first two lines of the chorus urge the listener to let go of the past and embrace the present. The following lines indicate that God is doing a new thing - a genuine transformation is about to take place. The use of exclamation marks in the lyrics shows an excitement about this new promise that God presents.
The first verse suggests that God can perform miracles even in the most barren areas. He offers water in the desert and light in the darkness. Not only that, but God will take care of those who are vulnerable, such as the blind, by guiding them on unknown paths. This implies that God is there to support everyone and will show them the way, especially through tough periods.
The second verse highlights that God has been with us since birth, right through to old age. God takes credit for the formation of the person and has chosen them, and so the text suggests that each individual is of great value. The last two lines of the verse offer a promise of sorts- God will pour blessings onto individuals and send the holy spirit to his children to protect them. Ultimately, the song is about God's promise that should keep us going during difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
Forget the former things
Let go of the past and do not dwell on it
Stop dwelling in the past
Do not get stuck in the past, move forward
I am doing a new thing!
I am creating something new and exciting
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
It is happening right now, can you see it?
I am making a way in the desert.
I am making a path through difficult times
Pouring water on the thirsty land.
I am providing nourishment to those who are in need
I will lead the blind by ways they have not to know.
I will guide those who are lost and do not know the way
I will turn the darkness into light before them,
I will bring light and hope to those who are lost in darkness
Along paths unknown I will guide them.
I will provide direction even when the path is unclear
I formed you in the womb,
I created you and gave you life
I have carried you since your birth
I have been with you throughout your life
And even to your old age
Even as you age and grow old
I will sustain you; I will not forsake you.
I will support you and never abandon you
I took you from the ends of the earth,
I brought you from far away places
From the farthest corners I called you.
I chose you from all over the world
I have chosen you and have not rejected you.
I have selected you and I have not turned my back on you
I will pour my Spirit on my children;
I will give my spirit to those who believe in me
My blessing will be on you.
I will provide you with my blessings and abundance
So do not fear, for I am with you!
Do not be afraid because I am always with you
Contributed by Declan A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lewszybki4630
Forget the former things
Stop dwelling in the past
I am doing a new thing!
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the desert.
Pouring water on the thirsty land.
I will lead the blind by ways they have not to know.
I will turn the darkness into light before them,
Along paths unknown I will guide them.
I formed you in the womb,
I have carried you since your birth
And even to your old age
I will sustain you; I will not forsake you.
I took…
@mslatarnik
Ależ piękna nostalgia bije z tego utworu... świetne!
@ladyamaris8589
Love this one!!!!!
@angelfire3000
I've been looking for a Christian Folk metal band like this!
@christianmetallegion4831
And if You like Christian folk metal you should see Oskord and Holy Blood!
@traczykmm
świetna nutka i ten rytm normalnie cudo :)
@ankhazszpadrda7401
words , music and voice... AWESOMEE!!:)
@wildcraft-owo428
Antonina Kraszkiewicz to moja mama i lubię jej wszystkie utwory
@lewszybki4630
Forget the former things
Stop dwelling in the past
I am doing a new thing!
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the desert.
Pouring water on the thirsty land.
I will lead the blind by ways they have not to know.
I will turn the darkness into light before them,
Along paths unknown I will guide them.
I formed you in the womb,
I have carried you since your birth
And even to your old age
I will sustain you; I will not forsake you.
I took…
@sleeplessnes
Niesamowita muzyka... ! Właśnie Was odkryłem :) Być może to błahostka w całości, a jednak podpytam - gdzie wykonana została fotografia z okładki albumu ? Przede wszystkim chodzi mi o te mury, wyglądające mi na jakieś szkockie ruiny zamku. Jako miłośnikowi zamków, również Szkocji, biwaków w takich miejscach - wprost nie daje to spokoju :)
@mikeprado30
Gimme a little time and you'll get it in Metal-archives :)