Maplerun’s major influences are Metallica, System of a Down, Dream Theater, Porcupine Tree, Tool, Coldplay, Radiohead, Katatonia, Godsmack, Creed, Staind etc.
The band spent 4 months between September and December 2007, in order to record what would be their debut album called ‘HOUSE ON FIRE’. The album, produced by the band itself, allowed Maplerun to appear live on Greek television (Mad Day Live on Mad TV and Radio Arvila on Ant1 TV). The band received significant radio play and toured Belgium in November 2009 as well as Greece in spring 2010 and winter 2011. Since then, Maplerun’s video for their single ‘For You’ is being broadcasted on MTV Greece and the band inked a management deal with the host of ‘Headbanger’s Ball’ which is presented on MTV Greece. The band’s second album “Restless” was released in October 2012, with Metal Hammer magazine Greece, receiving astonishing reviews.
The band embarked on a European tour in early October 2010, successfully supporting progressive metal legends SHADOW GALLERY.
Furthermore, the band’s single ‘For You’ is presented on Rock Band, a videogame developed by MTV Games and Harmonix, available for Playstation 3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii.
Maplerun’s second album “Restless” is mastered by TED JENSEN (Metallica, Evanesence, Linkin Park etc.) and artwork done by TRAVIS SMITH (Opeth, Avenged Sevenfold, Nevermore).
“Restless” was hosted in METAL HAMMER magazine as a premium on the issue (334) of October 2012.
Maplerun supported the Swedish band KATATONIA on February 2013 in Athens as well as DAVE LOMBARDO’s (ex – Slayer) group Philm in April 2013. The band also played HARD ROCK HELL festival in Ibiza (Spain) in May 2013 with great success.
Maplerun will embark on a UK tour with American Head Charge and RSJ on November 2013 and will also play HAMMERFEST festival (UK) in March 2014.
Maplerun are represented by Black Radar Management (UK).
The band’s releases also include a Tour EP (2010), a live DVD (Live in Belgium 2010) and an acoustic show filmed live in Athens (2012).
The band members are exclusive owners of the copyrights of their material. Maplerun are ready to move abroad and tour at any given time, in order to play as many live shows as possible and present their music to different audiences around the world.
The members of Maplerun are devoted to the band and ready to take their music a step further.
Band Contact Details:
Website: www.maplerun1.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/maplerun1
Email address: info@maplerun1.com
Whenever
Maplerun Lyrics
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Shadows, all around me
You say, I am nothing
I say, here comes something
Coming whenever you want me to fix you ok
Lighter than ever and faster than you went away
Shallow, minds surround me
You say, I know nothing
I say, here comes something
Shadows, walk beside me
Shadows, all around me
Coming whenever you want me to fix you ok
Lighter than ever and faster than you went away
Coming whenever you want me descend to the grave
Higher than heaven just burry me deeper today
The song "Whenever" by Maplerun is a powerful rock ballad that explores the theme of inner strength and resilience. The lyrics talk about the presence of shadows around the singer and how they have been told that they are nothing, but they refuse to accept that and choose to see themselves as something valuable. The repeated phrase of "shadows walk beside me" creates a lingering sense of darkness, but the singer chooses to take control by saying "here comes something." The lyric suggests that the singer is capable of achieving greatness despite any obstacles they may face.
The chorus consists of the powerful lyrics "Coming whenever you want me to fix you ok, Lighter than ever and faster than you went away." The singer is reassuring someone that they will always be there for them, ready to help and fix them whenever needed. Moreover, they promise to be lighter and faster than the person who went away, suggesting that they will be stronger and more capable whenever they need to stand up for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Shadows, walk beside me
The singer is haunted by their physical and emotional shadows, which are constantly present.
Shadows, all around me
The singer is surrounded by shadows or individuals who are also being consumed by their unacknowledged darkness.
You say, I am nothing
Someone (potentially the singer's own inner critic or an external critic) has told them that they are insignificant and lacking value.
I say, here comes something
Despite this negativity and dismissal, the artist is confident and optimistic about their own potential and upcoming contributions.
Coming whenever you want me to fix you ok
The artist is acknowledging that they are often called upon to help others or fix their problems, and they will comply whenever they are needed.
Lighter than ever and faster than you went away
The singer will complete the task quickly and easily, without requiring much effort or assistance from the person who requested their help.
Shallow, minds surround me
The individuals surrounding the singer have superficial, narrow-minded perspectives and lack depth or curiosity.
You say, I know nothing
The same negative voice from earlier (either internal or external) is once again dismissing the artist's intelligence and capability.
I say, here comes something
The artist remains confident and excited about their own potential, despite this discouragement and lack of recognition.
Coming whenever you want me to fix you ok
The artist is echoing their willingness to assist others whenever they are called upon.
Lighter than ever and faster than you went away
The task will be completed swiftly and easily, without requiring much effort or energy.
Coming whenever you want me descend to the grave
The artist is willing to do whatever is needed, even if it is a difficult or unpleasant task that may lead to their own demise or downfall.
Higher than heaven just burry me deeper today
The singer is feeling weighted down by their own struggles and would prefer to be buried deeper, which could be a metaphor for feeling depressed or overwhelmed.
Contributed by Natalie C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.