April 1992 the single "Kiss & Tell" was the first release on Rebel Records / SPV and thus the start of a long-term and successful collaboration. 1992 saw a flood of releases, much to the delight of the fans. Further again the band changed their guitarist position. Mark Wheeler from now on has been in charge for about 2 years. In September came the album "An Irony of Fate", in October the re-releases of "Sinister Dawn/Ecstasy" and "Flags of Revolution" and finally in November the single "Demimondes" followed, which all together displayed an abundance of innovation.
On "Stormy Visions", the pre-release single for the album "Odyssee", released in October 1993, goes one step further in a very dancefloor-orientated direction, prooved by a truly techno-id mix of the title track. The album release in January 1994 again was followed with a crash of the line-up. Mark Wheeler has been dropped and replaced by the guitarist Colin Hughes. Some remixes and the incredible David Bowie cover "Heroes" been released shortly after the album on the Single "Flood of Love", more in the typical Love Like Blood realms.
A year later "Exposure" saw the daylight in October 1995 and broke the silence. Mixed at Parr Street Studios in Liverpool (UK) and produced by Pee Wee Coleman. One of the most influential German band now sounds really fresh, yet keeps the roots but showing itself more from the Metal side.
In January 1996 the band rushed into their most serious crisis ever. The band cancelled their 6 weeks Europe tour and felt into deep depressions. Many rumours spread around about a band split, their retirement.
No official statements, no news for about 1 1/2 years until the Demo Single "Taste of Damocles" been released as an offical announcement. The band from now on consists just by the brotherhood and founding members Yorck and Gunnar Eysel. Former guitarist Colin Hughes as well as dummer Joxx Schmid retired. But the main heads of the band continue what they have started about ten years ago.
So it's no wonder that in February 1998 in time of their 10 years anniversary with a big bang the advance Mini-Album "The Love Like Blood E.P." was released. A new chapter is opened, a fresh, highly motivated band returns and again is setting new standards.
Their anniversary E.P. as well as the follow-up album "Snakekiller" have been recorded with numerous highly reputated musicians as there are AC (drums, Lacrimosa), Esa Holopainen (guitars, Amorphis), Ed Warby (drums, Gorefest), Frank Schwer (guitars, Silke Bischoff), Frank Weyzig (Born For Bliss), Susan D'Ivallo (vocals, Moonchild) and finally Peter Tägtgren (producer, Dimmu Borgir, Hypocrisy, Edge Of Sanity)
Salvation
Love Like Blood Lyrics
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Is there salvation or wages of sin In isolation they are dancing with grace
This is the time when I should know life is not so long And I am sick of seeing the ugly face of yesterday But there's some spite inside which could light up my darkened heart
Is there salvation or wages of sin In isolation they are dancing with grace
The opening lyrics of Love Like Blood's song 'Salvation' speak to the sense of inner turmoil that the singer wakes up with each morning. They describe a burning sensation in their stomach, or a deep-seated glow that seems to be searching for something. The questions that plague the singer are universal - what have I done? Why am I alone? What was I looking for? However, the lack of answers, coupled with the lack of joy in the faces of those around them, only serves to deepen their sense of isolation and despair. The years of feeling disconnected from the world have taken their toll, and now the singer feels struck down by their own sense of isolation.
Yet, even in the midst of this pain and confusion, the singer wonders about salvation - is it possible to find redemption for their sins? Or are they doomed to wallow in the wages of their own transgressions? This question is juxtaposed with the image of people dancing in isolation with grace. Perhaps there is a way out of the singer's suffering, if only they can find it.
Overall, the lyrics of 'Salvation' paint a picture of a person who is struggling to find meaning and purpose in their life, who is haunted by their own past mistakes and the perceived emptiness of the world around them. Yet, even in the darkness, there is a glimmer of hope that maybe, just maybe, salvation is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
When I get up in the morning I always feel something inside of me
Every morning, I wake up feeling a certain sensation deep within me.
It seems my stomach's burning or some kind of glow so deep
It feels like a burning sensation in my stomach or a deep glow from within.
What have I done, why am I alone, what was I looking for ?
I question myself and wonder why I am alone, what I have done to deserve it and what I was looking for all along.
There is no tired smile in their faces, what are they living for ?
I observe the people around me and notice that they have no tired smiles on their faces, and I wonder what they are living for.
It seems all the years in isolation strike me down
Years of isolation seem to have a negative impact on me, bringing me down.
Is there salvation or wages of sin
I contemplate whether there is redemption or punishment for my actions.
In isolation they are dancing with grace
Despite their isolation, the people around me seem to be graceful and dancing with life and happiness.
This is the time when I should know life is not so long
I realize that this is the time to fully understand that life is too short for regrets and negativity.
And I am sick of seeing the ugly face of yesterday
I am tired of dwelling on the past and seeing its ugly face constantly.
But there's some spite inside which could light up my darkened heart
Despite everything, I have some spite within me that can light up my darkened heart and move forward.
Is there salvation or wages of sin
I still question whether there is divine salvation or punishment for my sins.
In isolation they are dancing with grace
Despite their isolation, the people around me continue to dance with grace and beauty.
Contributed by Jayce A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.