1. Lestat, goth band from … Read Full Bio ↴There are 3 bands sharing this same name.
1. Lestat, goth band from Cleveland.
Lestat, the band from Cleveland Ohio, had created music for 11 years. The group released two cassettes and one CD. They have also been featured on many compilations such as Jevan Records "One", and Cleopatra's "Goth Box", a 4 CD compilation. Lestat began in the summer of 1989. Jess, Razz and Susan formed a band with Richard and Pete. The name, Lestat, taken from Anne Rice's famous vampire novels, was chosen as a common thread between the three founding members. The original idea behind the music was one of release or purging of emotions for the members. The music reaches into the darkest corners of the human psyche. This was achieved on Lestat's first cassette named "Theatre of the Vampires", in 1990. With the success of Lestat's first release, the band decided to seriously focus on refining the music. Richard and Pete left the band to pursue other interests and Timothy left his current band to join Lestat. He brought with him his expertise in drumming and programming. Thus began the true partnership between members. Lestat's second release, "Grave Desires", released in 1991, takes the original focus of the music and fine tunes it even further. The mood is darker, the edge is sharper and the emotion is terrifying. This second release took the name of Lestat further into the darkest corners of one's mind. The band continued to focus on the music. In 1994, the group released their first CD, "Vision of Sorrows". This release proved to be even more fine tuned in production and recording quality. The music moved away from the razor sharp edge of the first two releases and brought forth a lush yet sad mood. This release brought Lestat out into the spotlight reaching more people than ever. The band toured extensively through the Mid-West and East coast. Lestat was also featured on many CD compilations and interviewed with various magazines. Since that release in 1994, the members of Lestat have been working on the up coming release, "Once Before I Die...". The band has announced the addition of Dawn as a second vocalist. The new release, due out Fall 2000, is a metamorphosis of the band and the music. This release is dark and raw like "Grave Desires". Yet it combines ambient music and trip-hop beats with the lush, smooth sound Lestat is famous for. Dawn's vocals have added a dimension to the music never head before. "Once Before I Die..." was never released. The band disolved in the summer of 2000. A four song demo was recorded but never not released to the public. And so the legacy ends. No one knows what might have been... If anyone has any photos or any other Lestat material that he or she would like included in this collection, please contact us. Lestat - Discography 1989-2000 Theatre of the Vampires - 1990 Grave Desires- 1992 Vision of Sorrows - 1994 Jevan Records Sampler "One"- 1996 Lestat was also featured on "Nosferatunes II" released in 1992 by Nosferatu Productions and on Cleopatra's "Goth Box", a 4 CD collection. Lestat also recorded a 4 song demo, as a prelude to their new release,shortly before their break up in 2000.
Releases:
Theatre Of The Vampires (Cass) Jevan Records 1990
Grave Desires (Cass) Jevan Records 1991
Vision Of Sorrows (CD, Album) Jevan Records 1994
Tracks Appear On:
Goth Box (4xCD) ? Cleopatra 1996
Thee Vampire Guild - The Best Of "What Sweet Music They Make" (2xCD) Realm Nightbreed Recordings 2001
2. Lestat, black metal band from Germany
They have released one demo called "Ars Sanguinis" in 1998. They also participate in "A Tribute to Absurd" in 1999 performing song called "Werwolf". Band is split-up.
3. Lestat, melodic death metal band from Italy
They have released 2 demos in 2003 and 2004. Band is still active, but nothing is heard from them in a while.
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Lestat Lyrics
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I'm going back to the chapel
no! you'll die!
but I have to
no you don't
there is no reason for you to go back there
you're gonna die
then I will
what am I supposed to do?
what are they going to say?
if they only really knew?
can you hear me now?
when I'm telling you I'm on the row
another day
condemned this day
everytime I say when I want this pain
will you understand me
if you bring this gift to me
my needs corrupt me
and it sentences me eternally
but I wanna leave this place of reasoning
got something inside me
tear apart reality
would I ever hear my inner most fears
break open?
inside my head
my inner most fears
break open inside my head
my inner most fears
break open
heaven is a universe, but so is hell
when god cast me from the heavens I vowed
one day I would become more powerful than he
so I take his strength one hundred fold
with life I destroy, I strike down one more piece of heaven
what am I supposed to do?
what am I supposed to say?
what is missing inside me?
am I supposed to die?
my place of insanity, will it rescue me?
but now it's time
I don't want to see what you've done to me
if I ask you why, would you tell a lie?
or must I search inside?
until I find what's been broken inside my head?
what am I supposed to do?
what are they going to say?
if they only really knew, can you hear me now?
what I'm telling you 'i'm on the row
another day
condemned this day
everytime I say when i want this pain
will you understand me
if you bring this gift to me
my needs corrupt me
then it sentences me eternally
but I wanna leave this place of reasoning
got something inside me
tear apart reality
will I ever hear my inner most fear?.
The lyrics of Lestat's song depict a sense of despair and confusion. The lyrics showcase Lestat's internal struggle as he contemplates going back to the chapel, despite the knowledge that he will face death. Despite the warnings, Lestat chooses to move forward, even though his life will be at stake. The lines "my needs corrupt me and it sentences me eternally, but I wanna leave this place of reasoning" showcase Lestat's inner turmoil, where on one hand, his desires control him, and on the other, he desires to break free. Lestat's vow to be more powerful than God highlights his arrogance and thirst for dominance. He is consumed by a sense of power, which ultimately leads to destruction.
The lyrics are compelling as they highlight the duality of man's nature, particularly Lestat's. He is unable to resist his darkest impulses, even though his actions will have eternal consequences. The lines "heaven is a universe, but so is hell" showcase the concept that good and evil are two sides of the same coin. The song also delves into the theme of the fear of the unknown. Lestat is afraid to confront his innermost fears and desires, and it is only when he confronts them that he can break free.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry, I'm not leaving
Lestat is apologizing, but he refuses to leave.
I'm going back to the chapel
Lestat is going back to the chapel, despite the danger.
No! You'll die!
Someone is warning Lestat of danger and implores him not to go.
But I have to
Lestat feels compelled to go back to the chapel, even if it means risking his life.
No you don't
Someone is trying to convince Lestat not to go because there is no reason for him to do so.
There is no reason for you to go back there
Someone is trying to convince Lestat not to go because there is no good reason for him to do so.
You're gonna die
Someone believes that Lestat will die if he goes back to the chapel.
Then I will
Lestat is determined to go back to the chapel, even if it means risking his life.
What am I supposed to do?
Lestat is unsure of what he should do in this situation.
What are they going to say?
Lestat is worried about what people will say or think about him.
If they only really knew?
Lestat wonders what people would think if they really knew the truth.
Can you hear me now?
Lestat is asking if someone is listening to him now.
When I'm telling you I'm on the row
Lestat is trying to convey the seriousness of the situation to the listener.
Another day condemned this day
Another day of being condemned to a certain fate.
Every time I say when I want this pain
Lestat is expressing his desire to end his suffering.
Will you understand me
Lestat is hoping that the listener will understand him.
If you bring this gift to me
Lestat is asking the listener for a gift that will help him.
My needs corrupt me
Lestat believes that his needs are leading him astray.
And it sentences me eternally
Lestat believes that his actions have eternal consequences.
But I wanna leave this place of reasoning
Lestat wants to leave behind his logical mind and embrace something more intuitive.
Got something inside me tear apart reality
Lestat has a powerful force inside him that could alter reality.
Would I ever hear my innermost fears break open?
Lestat wonders if he will ever confront his deepest fears.
Inside my head my innermost fears break open
Lestat is experiencing his deepest fears and anxieties.
Heaven is a universe, but so is hell
Lestat believes that both heaven and hell are vast universes.
When God cast me from the heavens I vowed one day I would become more powerful than he
Lestat holds a grudge against God and seeks to become more powerful than him.
So I take his strength one hundred fold
Lestat is taking God's strength and making it his own, but multiplied by one hundred.
With life I destroy, I strike down one more piece of heaven
Lestat is causing destruction and damage with his life force, removing a piece of heaven.
My place of insanity, will it rescue me?
Lestat is questioning whether his place of insanity will save him or doom him.
But now it's time, I don't want to see what you've done to me
Lestat is facing the consequences of his actions and does not want to see the damage he has caused.
If I ask you why, would you tell a lie?
Lestat is questioning whether the listener would be honest with him if he asks why this is happening.
Or must I search inside?
Lestat may need to look inside himself to find the answers he seeks.
Until I find what's been broken inside my head?
Lestat is searching for the source of his emotional pain and mental struggles.
Contributed by Elijah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@0megacron
Vampire Logic: We don't like this guy because he keeps telling people vampires are real. Let's attack him in front of thousands of people and confirm that.
@johnathangrishaw3096
0megacron to be fair from what we've seen they would have killed him, and moved on before the humans could see the assassine
@alnightlng
no offense Omegacron, who the fook is the vampire Logic???????????????????????????
@dredvax
ken gilbert *what
@wickedrose6242
0megacron lol it to Kate the world has known about vampires
@Furykidxxx
Hahahahaha, this was brilliant
@xanderellem3646
she's at concert for the most popular band on the planet, and is like, "I know how I'll get his attention, ill just scream his name over and over like the 10, 000 other girls, that'll get his attention for sure."
@RomanvonUngernSternbergnrmfvus
I did/do stage work and can’t stress enough how stupid loud stages and crowds get.
@doesitreallymatter9832
Genius
@wilcals5294
Well, Lestat is above average vampire. He has good senses, pretty sure he can distinguish Jesse's voice among all the rest. Remember that bar scene when Lestat heard her say Marius' name from across the room?