1) Power metal band f… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 4 bands called Insania:
1) Power metal band from Stockholm founded in 1992.
2) Hardcore/Crossover band from Brno (Czech Republic) founded in 1987. Also known as Skimmed from 1988-90.
3) Power metal band from Germany
4) Rock band from Spain, founded in Valencia in 1996.
1) Insania was founded in 1992 by two musicians from Stockholm - Mikko Korsbäck (drums) and Henrik Juhano (guitar). They are now known as Insania Stockholm. The goal was to write and play music in the vein of Helloween, Gamma Ray and Blind Guardian. Henrik had earlier played in various garage bands. In the band was also bassist Tomas Stolt, who left the band after a short while, to play in with other acts, but returned in 1996 and has been with the band since. Mikko knew a guy from school whose name was Niklas Dahlin, and he became the second guitarist of the band. After keyboardist Patrik Västilä and vocalist David Henriksson from the northern parts of Sweden had joined - (Mikko had earlier handled the vocals, but wanted to concentrate on the drums from now on, since singing had become too tiresome) - the line-up was complete.
They released two demos followed by their first studio album in 1999, called World of Ice. It was followed by Sunrise In Riverland one year later. The album was recorded in Finnvox studios with renowned producer Mikko Karmila. After the release, several gigs followed in Sweden.
The band has lost and replaced many members over the years. In 2001, after a short tour with Saxon, David Henriksson decided to leave the band and return to his hometown in northern Sweden, since he did not feel any motivation to continue anymore. After a short search, the band found a new and very talented singer in Ola Halén from Nacka. Returning to Finland, the band started recording their third album. Mikko Karmila was once again recruited for the producing duties, and Fantasy - A New Dimension was released in February 2003 - almost half a year after the recordings.
At the end of 2002 keyboardist Patrik Västilä told the band he wanted to quit, to focus on his studies. The band found a new keyboardist in Dimitri Keiski, who was recommended by Ola Halén, who knew him since earlier. Shortly thereafter, both guitarists Henrik Juhano and Niklas Dahlin left the band for personal reasons. Fortunately, the thirty-one year old Peter Östros from Haninge (a suburb of Stockholm) took their places. It was decided to continue with only one guitarist, so as to give more space to the keyboards. A new demo was recorded between December 2003 and January 2004 with four new songs, showcasing the abilities of the new line-up regarding the composing of songs and the versatility of musical skills.
In the summer of 2005, the band signed a record deal with Swedish label Black Lodge (Sound Pollution). The band is currently in preproduction mode for their fourth full length album, heading for the studio in the autumn of 2005, for a spring 2006 release.
2) The fire shot out a night sparkle
Which flew up to the astral sky
And then turned its course for the silent solar power plant on the cliff
It is here... the time when we are free and stars decipher a message for us:
God is insane... join him!
This is how the origin of the Fellowship of Insania is described by the myth. Another complementary version states that whole the above described scene took place on the screen of a high-power cybernetic machine and it was 30 000 years before Christ. "Only an erring soul could dare to doubt this pure truth," my Grandpa used to say at the fire in the evening and all the elders nodded their heads in approval. Nevertheless, we can partly turn away from folk legends today, and without lowering its meaning we rather simply track real analogy of the stated story in a conventional space and time.
Encyclopedia Lunatica under the item "Insania" states only several rather not flattering lines: "Trio of melancholicly based cynics devaluing pure mystics with black humour mainly in the sphere of music and literature. See Cult Insania [p. 11.666:4]. Such an incomplete characteristics we cannot label any other way but disgraceful, of course.
The anonymous author and the follower of wicca art in his Guide of the Left Hand Track mentions at least the therapy of full-moon and the big dead spider behind the window that in the childhood influenced the developement of Poly's psyché in a substantial way and at the same time he also states the complete discography of the music section of Insania [p. 200]. (We state the pages for serious researchers to help them to orientate in reference sources.)
"Sterile normality will be smashed by purging insanity," is stated in the annals of the music body themselves and this keyword/slogan is in a simple form encoded in the stripe code that has been determined as the symbol of Insania.
But my Grandpa also used to say: "If we are to observe the schizophrenic duality of this group, we have nothing left but forget the sphere of myths, pass on to conventional facts, because that's what the dark side of the group is about and say that the music basis of Insania is in hardcore, punk and ordinary songs." And all the men sitting around the fire nodded their heads.
3) Es gibt auch noch eine Band aus Deutschland mit dem Namen "Insania". Das Album "one more .... one less" wurde 1995 mit Cheesy (vocals), Gary (guitar, bass und keyboards) sowie Wolle (drums) im Delta Studio produziert und bei battery veröffentlicht.
4) Insania started at the end of 1996 and ceased their activity in 2006. They edited 5 studio albums: "Los pensamientos enterrados no provocan lágrimas" (1996), "Manicomio" (1998), "Año Cero" (2000), "Manifiesto" (1998) and "I.M.P.E.R.F.E.C.T.O." (2004). There is also a recording of their last concert, called "La última noche" (2016).
Faces
Insania Lyrics
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Reaching to the sky.
You'll never see a land so strong,
Ruled by one alone.
They were living free in harmony,
In happiness and peace.
No starving and no stealing,
No pain and no disease.
He's good, old, wise and clever,
So listen to his voice.
'Cause if you treat his people wrong,
He's giving you a choice...
FACE THE KING,
AND STAND FOR YOUR DEEDS.
HE IS NOW THE ONE
WHO RULES YOUR DESTINY.
FACE THE KING, GET DOWN ON YOUR KNEES.
PAY YOUR SINS,
OR FACE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE FREE -
FACE THE KING!
A sailor sailed across the world,
In search for land and life.
Through storms and heavy weather...
His ships with crew survived.
His heart was full of evil,
His mind was full of greed.
With rage he fought the people,
to satisfy his needs.
But the king to strong and clever,
Gave too much injuries.
The ships now without crew
Can never sail the seven seas.
FACE THE KING,
AND STAND FOR YOUR DEEDS.
HE IS NOW THE ONE
WHO RULES YOUR DESTINY.
FACE THE KING, GET DOWN ON YOUR KNEES.
PAY YOUR SINS,
OR FACE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE FREE -
FACE THE KING!
The lyrics of Insania's song "Faces" depict a story of power, justice, and consequences. The first verse introduces us to a majestic ruler, standing atop a mountain, symbolizing his elevated status and authority. The land that he governs is described as strong and unified, free from suffering and conflict. It presents an idyllic society where harmony and peace prevail, devoid of hunger, theft, pain, and disease.
The chorus then emphasizes the power and importance of this king. He is portrayed as good, old, wise, and clever, possessing a voice that commands attention and respect. Those who mistreat his people are issued a warning, as they are given a choice to face the king and take responsibility for their actions.
The second verse shifts the focus to a sailor who sets out on a voyage, seeking new lands and opportunities. However, this sailor is driven by selfishness and greed, causing him to engage in battles with innocent people to satisfy his desires. Despite his aggression, the king proves to be too strong and cunning for him. In the end, the sailor's ships are left empty, unable to sail the vast oceans anymore.
Overall, "Faces" can be interpreted as a cautionary tale about the consequences of abusing power and the importance of justice. The king symbolizes a higher force, a moral authority, who holds individuals accountable for their deeds. Whether through metaphor or allegory, the lyrics advocate for the need to face the consequences of our actions and to acknowledge that our freedom is interconnected with a sense of responsibility and morality.
Line by Line Meaning
He was standing on a mountain high,
He was in a powerful position, looking down on others.
Reaching to the sky.
Aiming for great success.
You'll never see a land so strong,
There is no other place as secure and mighty.
Ruled by one alone.
Controlled by a single authority.
They were living free in harmony,
They enjoyed freedom and peaceful coexistence.
In happiness and peace.
They experienced joy and tranquility.
No starving and no stealing,
There was no hunger or theft.
No pain and no disease.
There was no suffering or illness.
He's good, old, wise and clever,
He possesses good qualities, wisdom, and intelligence.
So listen to his voice.
Pay attention to his words.
'Cause if you treat his people wrong,
If you mistreat his subjects,
He's giving you a choice...
He will confront you with a decision...
FACE THE KING,
Confront the authority of the king,
AND STAND FOR YOUR DEEDS.
Take responsibility for your actions.
HE IS NOW THE ONE
He is now the one
WHO RULES YOUR DESTINY.
Who controls your fate.
FACE THE KING, GET DOWN ON YOUR KNEES.
Acknowledge the king's power and submit to him.
PAY YOUR SINS,
Atone for your wrongdoings.
OR FACE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE FREE -
Or else accept that you will lose your freedom -
FACE THE KING!
Face the king!
A sailor sailed across the world,
A sailor traveled around the globe,
In search for land and life.
Seeking new territories and experiences.
Through storms and heavy weather...
Enduring harsh conditions...
His ships with crew survived.
His ships and crew managed to survive.
His heart was full of evil,
He was driven by wicked intentions,
His mind was full of greed.
His thoughts were consumed by selfish desires.
With rage he fought the people,
He aggressively clashed with the locals,
to satisfy his needs.
In order to fulfill his own desires.
But the king too strong and clever,
But the king was too powerful and intelligent,
Gave too much injuries.
Inflicted great harm upon him.
The ships now without crew
The ships now without a crew
Can never sail the seven seas.
Can no longer navigate the world's oceans.
FACE THE KING,
Confront the authority of the king,
AND STAND FOR YOUR DEEDS.
Take responsibility for your actions.
HE IS NOW THE ONE
He is now the one
WHO RULES YOUR DESTINY.
Who controls your fate.
FACE THE KING, GET DOWN ON YOUR KNEES.
Acknowledge the king's power and submit to him.
PAY YOUR SINS,
Atone for your wrongdoings.
OR FACE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE FREE -
Or else accept that you will lose your freedom -
FACE THE KING!
Face the king!
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