Site:http://www.midnight-realm.com/
The band originally started as a bedroom project between guitarist Daniel Russell and former keyboard player Alan Woodham back in 2007 but has since grown to become a complete unit with an ever growing fan base around the world.
In summer 2008 guitarist Stephen Traut joined the band and after Alan’s departure in 2009 the band moved their base to the Newcastle area to continue the search for members. It was at this time the band released their ‘Abstract Connections’ demo to a strong response, with subsequent features on BBC radio and positive reviews from the metal community.
John Dalziel was welcomed to the band in 2009 on keyboards and after some member shuffling throughout 2010 in the summer of 2011 the band was strengthened by bassist James Carter and vocalist Liam Posselwhite.
On 25th of November 2011 Midnight Realm released for free download their first full track entitled ‘Solaris’. The record, which was self produced and mixed by Matt Crawford @ Numbskull Audio (www.numbskullaudio.com) features drummer Alex Rüdinger (Threat Signal, Ordinance) who completed the drums for the bands debut EP ‘Polarissima’ due for release in early 2012.
The band are currently taking bookings for live shows in the summer of 2012 and are busy writing their first full length album.
For all Press contact: lulu@incendia-management.co.uk
For all Gigs contact: daniel.russell.mr@gmail.com
Solaris
Midnight Realm Lyrics
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And the skyline seems so faint
Even though this earth is destined
We will break free from constraint
A lunar landscape persists
The stars will decease and fade
The human race grows fearful
Ignore the signs
Heading straight for despair
I know it's a struggle
But we're almost there
Because what we've got is ephemeral
We don't know how long it's going to last
Just close your eyes
Wait for the light
Hold your breath and wave goodbye
As the planet grows weaker
Showing signs of disrepair
Watching this fall before me
While the sun blisters as it burns
I know I m sick of placing
My trust in the lord
Tell me what can your faith bring?
Can this wasteland be restored?
I know that this might be my last chance
To see this imperfect place
An unknown force grows stronger
And in death we embrace
This is the end
Where the sun is blacked out of the sky
A world where the heavens descend
And we are left with the fear and dismay
From a solar demise
Where the planets collide and in turn you and I
Will be saying goodbye
The apocalypse turns into chaos as we fall
Ignore the signs
Heading straight for despair
I know it's a struggle
But we're almost there
Because what we've got is ephemeral
We don't know how long it's going to last
Just close your eyes
Wait for the light
Hold your breath and wave goodbye
This is the end
(This is the end)
Where the sun is blacked out of the sky
A world where the heavens descend
The apocalypse turns into chaos as we fall
Im out of time
And so are you
These times won't turn
Won'tt you please break through?
Because what we ve got is incredible
And we have to make it last
Close your eyes
Cchange these times
We watch the world meet its demise
The song “Solaris” by Midnight Realm speaks about the end of the world, the apocalypse, and the destruction of the planet. The lyrics connect our inability to prevent the end of the world with our perceived powerlessness in the face of the forces of nature. The song speaks of how the horizon and skyline are fading fast, and how even though the earth is destined for destruction, we will still break free from our constraints.
The lyrics create a vivid image of the world’s decline, talking about how the stars will decease and fade, and the human race will grow increasingly fearful of the world they have made. Likewise, the song speaks of the struggle against incessant despair and how the world we have is ephemeral and uncertain.
Despite the songs’ dire warning, there is also a glimmer of hope - to hold our breath, wait for the light, and wave goodbye means we can still believe in something bigger than ourselves. The composition of the song and the delivery of the lyrics work together to create a haunting image of the death of the planet and our demise along with it.
Line by Line Meaning
The horizon's fading fast
The sky at sunrise is rapidly getting dimmer
And the skyline seems so faint
The outline of the city at sunrise is barely visible
Even though this earth is destined
Although the fate of the earth is predetermined
We will break free from constraint
We will overcome limitations and restrictions
A lunar landscape persists
A landscape resembling the moon is still present
The stars will decease and fade
The stars will disappear and lose their brightness
The human race grows fearful
Humans feel frightened
Of the world that it made
Of the world they have created
Ignore the signs
Do not pay attention to the indications
Heading straight for despair
Moving directly towards hopelessness
I know it's a struggle
I understand that it is difficult
But we're almost there
But we are almost at our destination
Because what we've got is ephemeral
Because what we have is transitory
We don't know how long it's going to last
We do not know how long it will continue
Just close your eyes
Simply close your eyes
Wait for the light
Wait for a sign of hope
Hold your breath and wave goodbye
Breathe deeply and say goodbye
As the planet grows weaker
As the planet becomes less strong
Showing signs of disrepair
Displaying evidence of damage
Watching this fall before me
Observing this decline in front of me
While the sun blisters as it burns
While the sun scalds as it shines
I know I'm sick of placing
I am aware that I am tired of depending
My trust in the lord
On my faith in a higher power
Tell me what can your faith bring?
Explain to me what results your faith can provide
Can this wasteland be restored?
Is it possible for this barren area to be recovered?
I know that this might be my last chance
I am aware that this could be my final opportunity
To see this imperfect place
To witness this flawed land
An unknown force grows stronger
An unidentifiable energy becomes more potent
And in death we embrace
And we welcome death
This is the end
This is the conclusion
Where the sun is blacked out of the sky
Where the sun is obscured from view
A world where the heavens descend
A planet where the skies come crashing down
And we are left with the fear and dismay
And we are left with terror and despair
From a solar demise
From the extinction of the sun
Where the planets collide and in turn you and I
Where the planets clash, and as a result, you and I
Will be saying goodbye
Will be bidding farewell
The apocalypse turns into chaos as we fall
The end of the world turns into disorder as we pass
Im out of time
I have no more time
And so are you
And neither do you
These times won't turn
These times will not change
Won't you please break through?
Won't you please break free?
Because what we've got is incredible
Because what we have is amazing
And we have to make it last
And we must make it endure
Change these times
Alter these times
We watch the world meet its demise
We witness the world's downfall
Contributed by Colin V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
TheEnigmaticOpaque
Why aren't these guys famous? It has to be a special kind of clean singing for me to like it... And these guys fucking nailed it.
TheMetalhead36
+TheEnigmaticOpaque Silent Circus - Break Down
Sri Vatsav
try gojira
Christopher McLaren
Because people like Arch Enemy since its marketable...
Sane
I listen to this song with the shittiest PC speakers and still get goosebumps overall. Instantly bought the EP. Cant wait to listen to this masterpiece with FULL VOLUME on my way to work tomorrow morning with my H&K speakers!
Kurtis etnire
Drums were ahead of their time this shit sounds like it came out within a year ago my musics taste has changed so much in the years I’ve gone without hearing this song and it’s still just as epic as the first time I heard it!!! Where did these guys go?!?!?!
XaVierDK
1:48 - That simple bass note is a better drop than anything ever found in Dubstep...
TheBurningRed
I found you guys by accident when a friend sent me something he wanted me to check out. I followed the suggested videos on the side and saw this song, and it was the band name that drew me in. I don't really much care for the growling vocal style. That said... you guys are pretty damn awesome. Glad I found your music. Now, since you're releasing this in March, I know there will be physical CDs. My question is, where will there be digital purchase options (iTunes and what not)?
Matty H
The growling vocal style isn't my usual taste, but everything else about this song more than makes up for that. This is fucking badass.
Jesse Riemer
Keep doing what you're doing, this track kicks ass. Very well done you guys, +1 fan :)