Genres: Rock / Atmospheric, Progressive / Metal… Read Full Bio ↴Hometown: Sacramento, CA
Genres: Rock / Atmospheric, Progressive / Metal
Label: Independent
Members: Josh Burke, Nathan Higgins, Niko Panagopoulos, Dennis Davis
Sacramento based progressive/atmospheric metal band In the Silence is on the upswing ever since the online release of their debut album "A Fair Dream Gone Mad" on June 4th, 2012. The album spent 2 days in the top 100 MP3 albums for hard rock/metal (reaching #77) on amazon.com/mp3, and since the release, reviewers on Amazon and itunes have called it:
"simply a masterpiece...without a doubt the best debut album of the year, for many years prior, and probably for many years to come" (Marc Nocerino, writer)
"The BEST DEBUT album of the year. For people who love Katatonia, Opeth, Porcupine Tree or A Perfect Circle. Rarely does an album come along where every track is fantastic; it happens here!" (frikishop, blogger from Spain)
"The best of atmospheric metal out there, and certainly the best music that has come out, from any US based metal band, in a long time." (Jarek Tatarek, Astheroth, Arcane Dimension)
In the Silence are Josh Burke, (vocals and guitar, lead song-writer), Nate Higgins (guitar), Dennis Davis (bass) and Niko Panagopoulos (drums). Active since 2009 in Sacramento, they’ve spent the last several years refining their sound, and playing local clubs.
To describe their sound, it might be best to return to the words of Marc Nocerino, a writer based in Nevada City and fan of the band (from his review on itunes and amazon.com):
“The music is atmospheric and intelligently written; blending hard rock hooks, extremely heavy riffs, and progressive elements with a somber sentimentality. It truly shatters genre barriers to deliver an album that is simultaneously heavy, heady, and hauntingly beautiful.
The lyrics are thought provoking, ranging from the deeply personal to the overtly political. Guitarist/Vocalist Josh Burke really opens himself up, and you can hear it as much by what he sings about as you can by his heart-felt vocal style. Although some of the riffs could be at home on a Death Metal album, Josh keeps his vocals clean and emotive throughout. All of the songs are very well written, and each member of In The Silence exhibits extraordinary musicality on this album. Josh and fellow guitarist Nate Higgins lay down some phenomenal lead guitar work, with styles ranging from bluesy jazz-fusion to neo-classical shred. Dennis Davis shows an intimate understanding of his instrument. His bass playing reminds me of a thoroughbred horse: restrained and tasteful on the surface, but bristling with muscular power when it needs it. This acts as the perfect bridge between the dynamic guitars and Nik Panagopoulos' powerful and precise drumming.
If you love music, regardless of the genre, and appreciate intricate songwriting and exceptionally skilled instrumentation, get this album. If you're anything like me, you will find yourself listening to this album back-to-back, multiple times, daily.”
A Fair Dream Gone Mad was recorded at FatCat recording studios between June 2011 and May 2012, and engineered and produced by Jack (Jay) Trammell, who has produced a number of great Sacramento bands including Broken Iris and Early States, but is perhaps better known for his work in film, having composed music for blockbuster movie trailers such as In Time, Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol, Act of Valor, and Total Recall (www.jacktrammellmusic.com)
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Serenity
In The Silence Lyrics
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I close my eyes, and see her turn away
The darkness comes, with her memory
And as she falls, I have to look away
She called to me within a dream
The night before she died
My life they'll take away
Dark eyes hide ancient memories
They call to me with distant melodies
This curtain call that is her destiny
Is nothing but a means to set her free
She called to me within a dream
The night before she died
My life they'll take away
My light will never fade
Don't cry when we leave this place
Your eyes have seen too much pain
The fires will burn it all away
She called to me within a dream
The night before she died
My life they'll take away
My light will never fade
Oh my Serenity
Stolen Serenity
Where has she gone?
Where has she...
The lyrics to In The Silence's song "Serenity" are poetic and introspective, exploring themes of loss, memory, and acceptance. In the opening verse, the singer describes how the memory of a lost love washes over them like twilight, bringing darkness and pain. The second verse expands on this theme, using images of dark eyes and distant melodies to evoke a sense of haunting sadness. The chorus repeatedly asserts that the singer's light will never fade, even in the face of death and loss.
The final verse contains a message of hope, encouraging the listener not to despair over what they have lost. The singer insists that the fires will burn away the pain and suffering, leaving room for healing and renewal. The song ultimately seems to be about the power of memory and the importance of cherishing the light that we carry within us, even in the darkest of times.
Overall, "Serenity" is a complex and emotionally resonant song that rewards careful listening and reflection. Its beautiful imagery and heartfelt lyrics make it a standout track from In The Silence's discography.
Line by Line Meaning
Twilight washes over me
The time of day when the sun is just below the horizon, casting a dim light over everything washes over me, which brings a sense of calm and tranquility
I close my eyes, and see her turn away
When I close my eyes, all I can see is her walking away from me
The darkness comes, with her memory
Memories of her brings darkness and sadness
And as she falls, I have to look away
I can't bear to see her fall or fail, so I look away
She called to me within a dream
In my dream, she reached out to me, possibly for help or comfort
The night before she died
This dream occurred on the last night before she passed away
My life they'll take away
Someone/something will take away my life, leaving me with nothing
My light will never fade
Even though my life may end, the light and love in my heart will continue to shine
Dark eyes hide ancient memories
The darkness in her eyes holds secrets and memories from a distant past
They call to me with distant melodies
The memories in her eyes evoke a clear but distant melody, a reminder of what once was
This curtain call that is her destiny
The moment of her death is like the end of a play; predetermined and inevitable
Is nothing but a means to set her free
Her death is not the end, but rather a release from a life of pain and struggle. It sets her free from her earthly troubles
Don't cry when we leave this place
When it's time for us to move on from this place, don't cry - it's a natural progression of life
Your eyes have seen too much pain
You've witnessed and experienced too much sorrow and heartache, and it's okay to let it go
The fires will burn it all away
The fires symbolize the cleansing of all the pain and trauma. It will burn away all hurt, leaving only clarity and peace
Oh my Serenity
A term of endearment for the departed soul, who has found serenity and peace
Stolen Serenity
The serenity of her life was taken from her, unjustly
Where has she gone?
Where has her soul gone now that she has passed away?
Where has she...
The lyric trails off, perhaps allowing each listener to ponder their own thoughts on where she has gone
Contributed by Dominic G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.