Their first album - Millennium Metal - went in the Charts and became "Europeans most successful Metal-Debut in 1999".
Metalium covered a number of songs from bands like Kansas, Queen, Accept, Deep Purple, etc.
Singer Henning Basse performed vocals for Firewind on two seperate tours in 2007 and filled in for Kai Hansen for two dates with Gamma Ray in January 2008.
Last line-up:
Henning Basse - Vocals
Tolo Grimalt - Guitar
Matthias Lange - Guitar
Lars Ratz - Bass
Michael Ehré - Drums
Past Members:
Chris Caffery - Guitars
Jack Frost - Guitars
Mike Terrana - Drums
Mark Cross - Drums
Discography:
Albums:
1. Millennium Metal - Chapter One (1999)
2. State Of Triumph - Chapter Two (2000)
3. Hero Nation - Chapter Three (2002)
4. As One - Chapter Four (2004)
5. Demons Of Insanity - Chapter Five (2005)
6. Nothing To Undo - Chapter Six (2007)
7. Incubus - Chapter Seven (2008)
8. Grounded - Chapter Eight (2009)
DVDs:
1. Metalian Attack - Part I (2001)
2. Metalian Attack - Part II (2006)
Boxed Set:
1. Platinum Edition
Earth in Pain
Metalium Lyrics
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After surviving endless tasks in many worlds of the past
From the Millennium Gate until we stood strong As One
Now, seeing that as the only race, Human is killing its own species,
Now, feeling the ignorance against all natural powers
Now, hearing the call of greed
Don't you dare try to rewrite Genesis!
Or you will become a DEMON OF INSANITY !!!
"Earth in Pain" is a powerful song that reflects on the troubled state of the planet and the role of humanity in its destruction. The opening lyrics establish the resilience of the singer, who has survived trials and tribulations in various worlds throughout time. The singer has stood strong throughout these experiences, but is now confronted with the reality of human destruction. The song shifts to a critique of the way that humans are their own worst enemies. Despite our intelligence and advanced technology, we are killing off our own species and ignoring the natural forces that are integral to life on earth. The call of greed is particularly concerning, as it indicates that people are willing to put their own desires and profit above the survival and well-being of the planet. The final lines of the song implore humans to learn from our past mistakes and not to try to remake the world in our own image. The consequences of ignoring this wisdom are dire indeed.
Line by Line Meaning
As we are standing here
In our current state and location
After surviving endless tasks in many worlds of the past
Following numerous challenges and adventures across various realms and eras
From the Millennium Gate until we stood strong As One
From a significant starting point until we finally united and gained strength together
Now, seeing that as the only race, Human is killing its own species,
Currently acknowledging that the human species is self-destructing by causing harm and destruction to its own members
Now, feeling the ignorance against all natural powers
Currently sensing the lack of consideration and respect towards the natural world and its forces
Now, hearing the call of greed
Currently noticing the temptation and influence of excessive selfish desire
Will man stand the test of time?
Is humanity capable of enduring and succeeding in the long run?
Don't you dare try to rewrite Genesis!
Do not attempt to alter or distort the origins and creation of existence!
Or you will become a DEMON OF INSANITY !!!
Otherwise, you will transform into a malevolent and unstable entity!
Contributed by Skyler O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.