In 2003 the band releases its first demo "Mournful Whispers", consisting of a very atmospheric and sullen ensemble of songs. From this point, Lethian Dreams began to explore heavier musical contractions, and soon new material is recorded and released in a self-produced demo called "Lost In Grief", where during 36 minutes, the band brings forth even more desolate and melancholic musical landscapes. The release collects a myriad of motivating feedbacks and the title song "Lost In Grief" ends up featuring the MetalStorm.ee compilation.
During 2005, the founding members part ways with the line-up and initiates the composing process for Lethian Dreams first album. Later that year, a first promotional version of "Requiem for my soul, Eternal
rest for my heart " is released. In 2007, the band decides to re-record it, as well as bringing on some new songs.
This refreshed set was renamed "Bleak Silver Streams" and was released in 2009 through Orcynia Records. Two years after this much acclaimed first album, the band composes new songs in a different approach, marking a more ethereal and acoustic sound. Set to be released via Twilight Records and titled "Just Passing by... & Unreleased Requiems", the upcoming album of the band is a collection of unreleased tracks from Lethian Dreams.
This collection features 4 new and totally unheard songs that the band wrote between 2005 and 2010. This new CD comes also with a re-edition of the 2006 "Requiem for My Soul, Eternal Rest for My Heart" promo CD that has been remastered for this occasion. "Requiem for My Soul, Eternal Rest for My Heart" is the first recorded version of the much acclaimed first album "Bleak Silver Streams" and offers different versions of the songs.
In 2012 Lethian Dreams releases its second full-length album "Season of Raven Words" and walks away slowly from the Atmospheric Doom of the beginning to explore a more ethereal sound and rawer guitar riffing. Inspired by nature, passing seasons, feelings, solitude, this album steps even further into the nature orientation to let the listener wander into the natural word, both perfect and cruel. With Season of Raven Words, the band reaches the summit of their musical work and achieve the perfect mix between atmospheric and dark music.
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Lethian Dreams Lyrics
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Stars pass into a light dreamless sleep
Can you see it?
Yards wear the color of scarlet wounds
Easing now winter's past torments
Can you see me?
The opening lyrics to Lethian Dreams' song See depict an atmosphere in which the winter season has just ended and the spring is about to take hold. The warmth of the early spring night has been replaced by a certain chill in the air as the stars begin to pass into a "light dreamless sleep". The singer is asking if the listener can see this shift taking place, the change in the seasons and the movement of the natural world. The second line of the chorus is similarly atmospheric, describing the yards as wearing "the color of scarlet wounds." This could be a metaphorical depiction of the earth awakening after winter or a literal description of the season's early blooming flowers.
The final line in the chorus shifts the focus from the natural world to the singer itself, asking the listener if they can see her. This could be interpreted as a call for attention, a plea to be seen and heard by those around her. Alternatively, it could simply be a continuation of the theme of observation, with the singer asking if the listener can see her and understand her experiences. Either way, the song sets a haunting and melancholy tone that speaks to the beauty and fragility of the natural world.
Line by Line Meaning
The warmth of the early spring night is gone
The pleasant and comforting feeling of a warm night in early spring has vanished, leaving behind a sense of coldness and detachment.
Stars pass into a light dreamless sleep
The stars fade away into a peaceful and dreamless slumber, suggesting a sense of calmness and serenity.
Can you see it?
The singer implores the listener to observe and take notice of the world around them, perhaps hinting at some hidden meaning or beauty.
Yards wear the color of scarlet wounds
The yards are painted in the color of deep red, akin to the appearance of a freshly opened wound, symbolizing some sort of emotional or physical pain.
Easing now winter's past torments
The singer remarks that the difficulties and hardships of the winter season are beginning to dissipate, signifying a sense of relief and hope.
Can you see me?
The singer addresses the listener again, asking if they can truly see and understand them, perhaps hinting at some inner turmoil or struggle they are facing.
Contributed by Peyton R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.