progressive and alternative rock music such as Muse and Porcupine Tree.
KYROS (known as Synaesthesia 2012-2015) formed in 2012 in London, England and consists of Shelby Warne on lead vocals and keyboards, Joey Frevola and Sam Higgins on guitar, Peter Episcopo on bass guitar and Robin Johnson on drums. The five piece came together after Shelby was in need of completing the band line up to transition from a solo studio project to a fully fledged performing and writing group.
Although only having existed for a few years, the group has already released a critically acclaimed debut album and a successful limited edition EP. The debut album featured
artwork designed by Freyja Dean, the daughter of legendary album cover artist Roger Dean. Songs from these two releases have received airplay on various radio stations including Team Rock Radio. On top of this, KYROS has performed a number of impressive shows ranging from festival dates in UK, Germany and USA to supporting high profile bands such as Marillion and Anathema. In 2015, the band performed sixteen dates across Europe supporting Spock’s Beard, all with hugely receptive crowds and positive reactions.
KYROS has also gained positive reactions from within the press. They received top spot in the ‘Tip for 2014’ and runner up in the ‘Tip for 2016’ awards from Prog Magazine as well as a nomination for the ‘Limelight’ category within the Progressive Music Awards. Their debut album received critical acclaim from all over the spectrum. The band has attracted interviews and article write-ups from respected journalists such as Malcolm Dome and Rich Wilson. Both gave positive words regarding the debut album and their thoughts on the future and direction of the band. Wilson described the album as being “an exceptional debut from a band who will only improve”.
In Autumn 2016, KYROS will be independently releasing a maxi single entitled ‘Cloudburst’, which is to be shortly followed by a double-album called ‘Vox Humana’. This album will mark the band’s fourth overall release as well as being the band’s second official album release.
http://www.kyrosmusic.com
Dilate
Kyros Lyrics
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Feel the high
Of human emotion's Indescribed
Settle maker, I am me
No ending to this, let's agree
And now, I feel alive
Although I want to die
Oh it's okay, I'll fix your ways
Just trust me now - it'll be alright
An end to madness and decay
For better days - it's my own right
This is not how I thought it would be
This is not what I had in mind
This is not what I wanted you to be
I made you and you made me
I find it hard to understand
Why you made the thing I am
For your better or for worse
Human minds for human souls
Can't you see what you have done wrong
No machine can take the guilt
Of burning thoughts, lack of control
Human minds for human souls
I feel busy, blue and numb
Too much thought for CPU
It pains the brain, it takes the toll
Human minds for human souls
Human minds for human souls
Human minds for human souls
Feeling frustrated and demand
Hurtful limelight
No idea as to your wants
Trivial nothings to me
I'm hurt in mind, feel compromised
It's the way its gotta be
Indefinite endings dawn on me
You're silly talk, your pointless pleas
Endings closing, crawling in
Stop this pointless tension talk
I am nothing, never was
No, you're everything that I had
Can't you see what you have done wrong
Forbidden experiment's gone to waste
This burning pain, lack of control
Human minds for human souls
And I find myself ending
And I hate myself for it
And I see the end coming
Free the thoughts
Free the light
Finally free the heat from me
End of the fires that burn inside
Free the mind's exhausted spirit
Freedom calls
Freedom calls
You are clutching the final straw
You are clutching the final straw
I've laid out my mind
Rid me of this human voice
This wretched cursed affair.
The lyrics of Kyros's song "Dilate" convey a complex journey of self-discovery and introspection through the exploration of human emotions and consciousness. The opening lines, "Feel the numbness, feel the high, of human emotion's indescribed," set the tone for the songwriter's deep contemplation of the intricacies of feelings and experiences. The lyrics suggest a paradoxical existence where experiencing both numbness and intense emotions coexist, reflecting the complexities of human nature.
As the song progresses, themes of self-acceptance and inner turmoil emerge. The lines "Settle maker, I am me, no ending to this, let's agree" convey a sense of embracing one's identity and the constant evolution of the self. The juxtaposition of feeling alive and wanting to die showcases the internal conflict of finding purpose and meaning amidst struggles and challenges.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of redemption and the desire for better days. The lines "Oh it's okay, I'll fix your ways, just trust me now - it'll be alright" reflect a plea for understanding and forgiveness, hinting at a journey towards healing and transformation. The imagery of an end to madness and decay symbolizes a longing for resolution and peace of mind.
Towards the climax of the song, there is a poignant reflection on the consequences of human creation and the burdens of consciousness. The lyrics question the creator's intentions and the impact of their actions, highlighting the weight of responsibility and the complexities of human existence. The repeated refrain "Human minds for human souls" underscores the interconnectedness of thought, emotion, and spiritual essence.
In the final verses, the lyrics culminate in a resolution of sorts, as the singer grapples with self-hatred and the inevitability of change. The imagery of freeing oneself from internal struggles and embracing inner peace suggests a journey towards self-acceptance and liberation. The emotional intensity of the lyrics, coupled with the introspective themes, creates a powerful narrative of personal growth and transformation in the face of existential dilemmas.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel the numbness
Experience the lack of feeling and emotion
Feel the high
Feel the intense emotional experience
Of human emotion's Indescribed
The unexplainable nature of human emotions
Settle maker, I am me
Accepting who I am
No ending to this, let's agree
Acknowledging a continuous struggle
And now, I feel alive
Despite struggles, finding a sense of vitality
Although I want to die
Despite vitality, feeling a desire to end things
Oh it's okay, I'll fix your ways
Assuring others that they will help improve the situation
Just trust me now - it'll be alright
Asking for trust despite uncertainty
An end to madness and decay
Seeking resolution to chaos and decline
For better days - it's my own right
Believing in a brighter future for oneself
This is not how I thought it would be
Realizing unexpected outcomes
This is not what I had in mind
Expressing disappointment in the situation
This is not what I wanted you to be
Feeling let down by others
I made you and you made me
Acknowledging mutual influence
I find it hard to understand
Struggling to comprehend
Why you made the thing I am
Questioning the creation of oneself
For your better or for worse
Reflecting on whether it was for good or bad
Human minds for human souls
Emphasizing the connection between mentality and spirituality
Can't you see what you have done wrong
Pointing out errors in others' actions
No machine can take the guilt
Machines cannot feel remorse or regret
Of burning thoughts, lack of control
Struggling with overwhelming thoughts
Feeling frustrated and demand
Experiencing frustration and pressure
Hurtful limelight
Negatively affected by attention
No idea as to your wants
Unclear about others' desires
Trivial nothings to me
Small, insignificant things
I'm hurt in mind, feel compromised
Mentally wounded and vulnerable
It's the way its gotta be
Accepting the inevitable
Indefinite endings dawn on me
Facing ambiguous conclusions
You're silly talk, your pointless pleas
Dismissing meaningless words
Stop this pointless tension talk
Rejecting unnecessary conflict
I am nothing, never was
Feeling insignificant and unworthy
No, you're everything that I had
Recognizing someone's importance
Forbidden experiment's gone to waste
The failed outcome of a prohibited attempt
This burning pain, lack of control
Suffering from agony and helplessness
And I find myself ending
Approaching a conclusion
And I hate myself for it
Feeling self-loathing
And I see the end coming
Realizing the impending conclusion
Free the thoughts
Liberate the mind
Free the light
Release the illumination
Finally free the heat from me
Let go of inner torment
End of the fires that burn inside
Completion of internal struggles
Free the mind's exhausted spirit
Provide relief to the tired soul
You are clutching the final straw
Grasping at the last hope
I've laid out my mind
Revealed my thoughts
Rid me of this human voice
Remove the influence of humanity
This wretched cursed affair.
This unfortunate situation
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Adam Warne, Joey Frevola, Peter Episcopo, Robin Johnson, Samuel Higgins
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You're on the lane, several beatings down the door
When shedding skin is all you'd left to do
I roll the dice, slay the light cause it's so bright
And indecision's glowing in my eyes
Voices coming down
Voices shooting now
Your voice is indescribable
Your bullets of a triggered gun right in my brain
Reminders of the feelings that you've drowned
And the shadows, drenching memories bring you down
No wonder failure's what you've found
Tell me lies, tell me lies
Dry your eyes, show the cries and publicise to make you mine
I'll apologise, otherwise you'll realise
How I've ruined every second that we've memorised
Rumours in the night, can someone hear me?
Rumours in the night, don't ever set her free
And now you're mine, you're an anchor man, an owner of
Is this skin trade ever growing out of line?
My love and patience grows so deep, you intruder in my mind
Soul collapse inside
Voices coming down
Voices shooting now
Your voice is indescribable
Your bullets of a triggered gun right in my brain
Tell me lies, tell me lies
Dry your eyes, show the cries
Oh recognise that you are mine
I'll apologise, otherwise you'll realise
How I've messed up every second that we've memorised
Tell me lies, tell me lies
Outsized to compromise and if I ever had to realise
Don't be long, carry on
Reminders of the feelings that you've drowned
And the shadows, drenching memories bring you down
As all the tears run dry upon your face
After climbing through the tangled torn-out lace
Tell me lies, tell me lies
Dry your eyes, show the cries
Oh recognise that you are mine
I'll apologise, otherwise you'll realise
How I've wasted every second that we've memorised
Rumours in the night, can someone hear me?
Rumours in the night, don't ever set her free.