They released a demo called "Where Are No Angels" in 2007 and played several concerts across the whole country. In 2008, they released their debut album, "Free /us/", bundled with Czech music magazine Report.
Current lineup:
Cath - Vocals (2006-present)
Jaroush - Bassguitar, backing vocals (2006-present)
Michal - Guitars (2008-present)
Thomas - Drums (2006-present)
Petronius - Keyboard (2006-)
Former members:
Dusean - Guitars (2006-2007)
Session members:
Sonja - Violin
Szaffro - Guitars (2007-2008)
The basic ideas and essence of INNOCENS were created and set by Jaroush, the experienced musician an componist. When he met young Katerina, the singing student, he absolutely went mad to cooperate with her. Both were very excited by the music. The first songs they made together had just the mood of a peaceful acoustic project ( “Not a single word” or “A Fragile girl”), but their temperaments showed very soon that something more powerful is the right thing they need. Such that sound INNOCENS got from the new members who joined the band very soon. - the violin player Sonja and a talented drummer Thomas. The brand new band INNOCENS began to grow.
More great musicians - Petronius (keyboard, synthetizer) and Dusean (guitar) joined to bring INNOCENS more spirit. At the same time Sonja left the band because of her studies. Fortunately there were no problems with her guest appearance - later she helped INNOCENS a lot with some violin recordings. The first DEMO songs were introduced to public and they really succeed. “Synthetic Flower” was very successful in the rock chart “Rock Arena” of the most famous Czech rock radio HEY!. This song was also chosen for the CD compilation of greatest “Rock Arena” artists.
The second half of 2007 was fully dedicated to hard work and first concerts. INNOCENS got a prestigious offer to made their debut performance on International Music Trade Fair “Muzika” in Prague. Other scheduled dates were coming to fill band’s tour diary.
The music of INNOCENS came through a huge progress. Acoustic parts and mood were definitely forgotten. Influences of classical and electronic music were the leading and most important elements from now. The guitar parts became more powerful and rhythmical. At the end of 2007 INNOCENS started to come-into-line with a magnifical composer Antonin Charvat, who dedicated all his abilities an experience to orchestral arangements and parts of the INNOCENS’s songs.
In January 2008 INNOCENS released the limited version of DEMO songs on CD called “Where Are No Angels”, working on the upcoming official debut at the same time. INNOCENS got some offers to perform abroad. There was yet another great experience for the band – INNOCENS were asked to make a soundtrack for the fantasy movie called “Elfée Legends”. INNOCENS passed their first tour names „Spark & Metalhey Winter Storm 2008 ” in February and March.
The talent on the rock scene caught Martin Fort’s eye (MAFO) and he immediately signed with INNOCENS. Only one sad message for the beginning of 2008 – Dusean left INNOCENS because of his personal health problems. Danek “Safro” played becamse a session gitarist during the 4-month long looking for Dusean's permanent replacement. In the end, Michal was chosen out of 39 people and joined the band as the new guitarist.
INNOCENS spent a part of summer 2008 in the studio recording their debut album “Free /us/”. The album was released in September 2008 bundled with a Czech magazine. The band is now preparing for an European tour to promote the new album.
They are also known as "Czech Nightwish".
Official site: www.innocens.net
Remember
Innocens Lyrics
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the moon's introducing a new star
as he does every night
gives a hope and sage resolution
takes your thoughts faraway
for those we don't speak of
or just remember
It's the charm of mirage
Danger is the white lie
It's the highway to another horror
Warm smile is the reason
It's the halfway to another life-line
And as stay of my faith
I'm loosing my mind, my name
all forgotten in vain
Even all the friends I had as a child
Now you got me insane
Lost and broken at midnight's frozen land
The more I get the more I pain
Remember this and take me away
When all's gone and nothing remains
What a wonderful May
the moon's introducing a new star
as he does every night
gives a hope and sage resolution
takes your thoughts faraway
for those we don't speak of
or just remember
In Innocens's song "Remember," the lyrics describe the beauty of a May night where the moon introduces a new star, giving hope and resolution to those who are lost in thought. The song also touches on the themes of wonder, danger, and warm smiles. The lyrics speak of the deep depth of wonder and the charm of mirage, while warning against the white lie of danger and its potential to lead to horror. A warm smile is presented as a reason for hope and a halfway point towards a better life.
The singer of the song is struggling with their faith and feeling like they are losing their mind and their sense of identity. They feel forgotten and alone, even remembering the friends they had as a child. The song builds to a climax where the singer begs to be taken away from the pain they are feeling. Despite the darkness of the subject matter, there is a sense of hope in the beauty of the May night and the new star introduced by the moon.
Line by Line Meaning
What a wonderful May
May is a month of wonder
the moon's introducing a new star
The moon introduces new possibilities
as he does every night
The moon has a regular pattern
gives a hope and sage resolution
The moon provides a sense of hope and wisdom
takes your thoughts faraway
The moon helps to take your mind off of things
for those we don't speak of
Remembrance for those who have passed away
or just remember
Remembrance for all that has been lost
Wonder is the deep depth
Wonder is rooted in deep contemplation
It's the charm of mirage
It appears real but is just an illusion
Danger is the white lie
Danger can be masked by falsehoods
It's the highway to another horror
Lies can lead to more pain and suffering
Warm smile is the reason
Kindness is a reason to keep going
It's the halfway to another life-line
Kindness is a path to a better life
And as stay of my faith
In the midst of my beliefs
I'm loosing my mind, my name
I am losing my sense of self
all forgotten in vain
All that I have forgotten is meaningless
Even all the friends I had as a child
Even the closest relationships can be lost
Now you got me insane
Now I am consumed with madness
Lost and broken at midnight's frozen land
I am lost and powerless in a dark, cold world
The more I get the more I pain
The more I have, the more I hurt
Remember this and take me away
Take me away from the pain
When all's gone and nothing remains
When everything is lost, there is nothing left
Contributed by Nathaniel A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Welcome down there in the shadows
We are hiding round our souls for centuries
So learn the truth or never
Know what to do forever
Whispered emotions to my „friend"
Forget my name
Promised devotion with no care
Forget my name
Forget my name
Slowly fallin´ livin´ danger
The past is calling no need to wake up memories
Just stay around and open eyes
Face the truth however
Do you finally believe me
Why I'm hiding lovely face behind the veil
So learn the truth or never
Know what to do forever