1. progressive … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six artists which have used this name
1. progressive rock band from Wales
2. rock group from Norway
3. 70s folk rock band from England
4. musical group from Greece
5. synthpop group from Spain
6. rock group from Belgium
Magenta (1): Cyan was formed in 1984 while Reed was still at school, although the band broke up after only a few gigs and one demo tape release. Reed takes his influences from bands like Genesis, Mike Oldfield, Yes, Eurythmics, and Björk. Though heavily influenced by progressive rock, Reed is a professional songwriter and has done many other projects for both film and television
The most successful of these projects was called Trippa. Described as "a contemporary Eurythmics for the new millennium" mixing their own brand of edgy industrial pop with soaring orchestral arrangements. The band featured Christina Booth on vocals and Rob Reed on guitars and keyboards, joined by Rhiannon Stundon (backing vocals) and Ryan Aston (drums). The band released the Trippa EP in 1999, and were voted ‘Record of the Week’ on Virgin Radio, appearing on British television a number of times. It was during this time that Reed asked Christina to be lead vocalist for a progressive rock project he had in mind, and the initial ideas for Magenta were born.
Magenta was originally a studio project, with Rob playing most of the instruments. However, once their debut Revolutions was released in 1999 there was a demand for live shows. Rob recruited (along with Christina) Chris Fry and Martin Rosser on guitar, Matthew Cohen on bass and Allan Mason-Jones on drums. Recently, Matt left the band and was replaced by Chris' younger brother Dan. The band released their third album Home in 2006 together with New York Suite. In 2008 the much darker album Metamorphosis saw the light of day. Their latest release to date with new songs Chameleon appeared in 2011.
Magenta (2): Magenta was formed by Anders Odden during the summer of 1995. Vilde Lockert joined him on vocals that autumn. They released their first EP simply named Magenta in 1997. The song Secret Sky went into the charts in Norway and established their career. Anders Odden was already a well-known name to most of the music-oriented people. He’s been members of bands like Apoptygma Berzerk, Cadaver as well as recording for Satyricon, and being liveguitarist for Celtic Frost. The album Periode was released in March 1998, and Magenta went on tour in Norway and Germany. Magenta signed a new record-deal in April 2001 with the German indielabel Re:pop Music. The summer of 2001 saw the recording of the album Little Girl Lost, when they joined forces with producer, Vegard Ibo Blomberg The album was released in Germany the 24th of June 2002, and was very well received in the German alternative press. It reached number 4 in both the German Alternative Charts during the fall of 2002. Magenta made a video for All Over featuring Mortiis, but were quite stunned to find out that Coca-Cola company wanted this song for their worldwide release of Sprite Zero. The best chart position so far has been reached when Magenta CD single All Over climbed to number 2 in the official charts in Greece on the 8.7.2002 when this campaign went into a frenzy there.
Magenta played a lot of gigs in 2002/2003 and the took some time off after the Arvika Festival in Sweden in 2003. Anders re-joined Apoptygma Berzerk on the recording of their new album "You And Me Against The World" in 2004/2005. In 2006 Magenta was reinforced with guitar manic Daniel Hill. This was very inspiring for the band and led to one of the most creative period in the bands history. Magenta released a track together with Apoptygma Berzerk called Friendly Fire in the beginning of 2006, and this kicked Magenta into a serious writing process for the new album. The first new song of the new direction is Darkest Dream. Magenta was also enforced with Jonas Groth who contributed to the production of the rest of the new album. Art And Accidents was release in November 2008 digitally and then officially on February 9, 2009.
A new album is recorded and will be released in February 09 featuring new band member Daniel Hill (Guitar, Bass, Vocals) and guest appearances from several known Norwegian musicians including members of Apoptygma Berzerk, Gluecifer and Gothminister.
Magenta (3): A folk band from UK which released at least the album Canterbury Moon in 1978.
Magenta (4): An ethnic/entechna music project from Greece, with songs written by Michalis Nikoloudis (music) and Michalis Koumbios (lyrics) sung by Anastasia Moutsatsou. They have released one CD.
Magenta (5): A synthpop band from Spain. They released a LP titled "La Reina del Salón" in 1985.
Magenta (6): little is known about this band from Belgium
Envy
Magenta Lyrics
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Suddenly your light is fading
All the ones you love are lost gone
All the pain to count the cost now
Staring at the photograph
Fighting tears that caress your face
Holding on for one last chance
A world that's lost, your heart will die
Hold on
Hold on
One day, the fire, will burn, so bright
The love, you've lost, will find, the road
To your heart again
Suddenly you're all alone
Suddenly your light is fading
All the love you gave is lost gone
All the pain to count the cost now
There they stand, two joined as one
He's running 'round, a life so young
Holding out for one last chance
Then as they turn, the words you try
They look away, your heart will die
Hold on
Hold on
One day, the fire, will burn, so bright
The love, you've lost, will find, the road
To your heart again
Realise you're not alone
Realise your fire's still burning
All the love is in your heart now
Find the one and make the start now
Memories they hold you there
In that place without a care
Holding out for one last chance
Your life will turn, the words you'll find
The past to love, that love to bind
Hold on
Hold on
One day, the fire, will burn, so bright
The love, you've lost, will find, the road
To your heart again
The song "Envy" by Magenta is a powerful and emotional ballad that delves into the theme of loss and heartbreak. The first stanza of the song sets a melancholic tone, painting a picture of the singer feeling a deep sense of loneliness and despair. They are all alone, with their light fading, and all the people they loved are gone. The pain of losing these people is almost unbearable, and the singer is trying to fight back tears as they stare at a photograph and try to hold on to the hope of one last chance.
The chorus of the song is a call to hold on, even when everything seems lost. The lyrics suggest that there is still hope, that one day the fire of love will burn bright again, and that the singer will be able to find their way back to the love they have lost. The second stanza of the song introduces another character, a couple that is "joined as one." This only serves to compound the singer's sense of isolation and loss. They are holding out for one last chance, but the words they try to speak fall on deaf ears, leaving them with a heart that is slowly dying.
The final stanza of the song is a message of hope, with the lyrics urging the singer to realize that they are not alone, and that their fire is still burning. They have all the love they need in their heart, and they need to find the strength to make a new start. Memories may hold them back, but they need to hold out for one last chance and find the words to love that will bind their heart again.
Line by Line Meaning
Suddenly you're all alone
You feel abandoned and isolated without any warning
Suddenly your light is fading
You're losing hope and vitality as a result of being alone
All the ones you love are lost gone
You've lost everyone you cherish
All the pain to count the cost now
You realize the enormous emotional toll of your losses
Staring at the photograph
You're reflecting on memories of happier times
Fighting tears that caress your face
You struggle to keep your sadness in check
Holding on for one last chance
You're clinging to the hope of finding happiness again
The tears they fade, the words you try
You're trying to express yourself, but no one can see or hear you
A world that's lost, your heart will die
Your despair over your circumstances consumes you
One day, the fire, will burn, so bright
Your passion and hope will return
The love, you've lost, will find, the road
You'll rediscover love and heal from your losses
To your heart again
You'll regain your emotional wholeness
There they stand, two joined as one
You yearn for the companionship and joy of a loving relationship
He's running 'round, a life so young
You see others finding happiness while you're stuck in loneliness
Then as they turn, the words you try
You still want to share your thoughts and feelings with others
They look away, your heart will die
You fear rejection and its further effect on your well-being
Realise you're not alone
You recognize that you have inner strength and support from loved ones who remain
Realise your fire's still burning
You still have the drive to thrive and find happiness again
All the love is in your heart now
You have ample love to offer
Find the one and make the start now
You've gained the courage to seek out new relationships
Memories they hold you there
Your nostalgia for the past keeps you fixated
In that place without a care
You're longing for simpler, happier times
Your life will turn, the words you'll find
You'll experience a turning point that helps you articulate your needs and desires
The past to love, that love to bind
Your love for the past will be transformed into a pathway to new relationships and happiness
One day, the fire, will burn, so bright
Your passion and hope will return
The love, you've lost, will find, the road
You'll rediscover love and heal from your losses
To your heart again
You'll regain your emotional wholeness
Contributed by Matthew E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
George M. Delli
I love this album! These guys can easily be considered the Genesis/Marillion progressive rock version with a -great- female singer. Very tastefully put together, I love their chord progressions, the arrangements, the choice of notes in the leads (both guitars and keyboards leads).
Anthony Willcocks
I can't describe how good this is. I can only say it makes me stop in my tracks when I hear it. Light a cigarette, drink some coffee and whatever is going wrong doesn't seem so bad...
Sonnenbringer
Fully agree! ...without the cigarette
MokRodrigues
My favourite song of this outstanding record.
Mabel Dasia
I've been waiting for many years and I want this song on Spotify 😩
physicalgenius
Song, like the album, is a well hidden gem.
jaxmikey59
Imagine this concept: Progressive rock done with beauty!
34Teseox
@itkojecockot Si lo puedes argumentar bien puede ser cumbia villera incluso.
itkojecockot
Neo-Progressive Rock
Mandolinic
One day, a fire will burn so bright.
The love you've lost will find
The road to your heart again.