1) Groove Metal band from Dhaka, Bangladesh formed in 2009. They are the winners of the 2010 Incursion Battle of the Bands and they released their debut album 'Biday Shongbidhan' on July 12th, 2013. https://www.facebook.com/minervabangladesh
2) Finnish one consists of Jere (drums), Jukka (guitar), Johannes (bass) and Sara (vocals). Formed 1995, Minerva made few EPs which are mostly sold out and only one album. Band broke up on 2005 and members dispersed to other projects, most notably Sara & Susiraja, which includes Sara and Jukka.
3) Greek low bap band.
4) Dance artist from Barcelona, Spain who was very popular during the mid to late 90s w/ songs such as "Llorando por ti", "Dejame soñar". Also known as KU Minerva
5) A London-based band that specialize in Jimi Hendrix-esque rock and comparisons can be drawn to Ocean Colour Scene.
6) Ukrainian nu-metal band from Dniprodzerzhyns'k. minervazone.ucoz.ru
7) Metal band from Wyoming. www.minervametal.com or www.myspace.com/bluecollarmusic
8) Russian nu-metal band from Naberezhnye Chelny, Tatarstan. Site: http://vkontakte.ru/club3005820
9) Polish Hardcore / Metal / Southern Rock band. Members of MINERVA are familiar with music show business for a long time. They are involved in many metal music projects - they're touring, they're composing and even producing for other artists. Finally they have founded MINERVA. After some adjustments concerning music genre and team members, the MINERVA which we know today was brought to life. In 2008 they released 'Inside' EP, and now in 2012 we can listen to the brand new 'Dead for a Lifetime' LP. MINERVA is touring, promoting their album, and still developing.. Take a bite and stay alert! . Unofficial WWW: http://en.stayalert.pl Facebook: http://facebook.com/MinervaPL Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/minervapl
10) Band from Salvador/BA, northeast of Brazil. Inspired by Roman Mithology comes Minerva. The band, formed in September 2005, has a simple and direct goal: extracting the best sound for your music and to entertain all the way to instigate the public to always want more in their presentations making music so heavy and varied.
Minerva (now) is: Ricardo China (vocals), Vicente Fonseca (lead guitar), Daniel Toshiro (bass/backing vocals), Igor Andrade (rhythm guitar) and Thiago Ramalho (drums). Want to know more about Minerva? http://myspace.com/minervanoise
11) Mexico, León Guanajuato, a strange mix between post-rock and grunge, this band has influences from the Deftones to From Monument to Masses, going between The Smashing Pumpkins and The Mars Volta.
12) Hardcore/Metal band from King's Lynn, UK. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Minerva/256545866968
13) Melodic Death Metal band from Chile.
Mantra
Minerva Lyrics
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Io sono al rovescio, leggimi come manga
Su un filo teso, non taglio la corda
Fiato sospeso dalla paranoia
Ho voglia di giocarmi l'ultima goccia
L'orlo del bicchiere forse traborda
O se Leti mi vede perderà la brocca
Non ti voglio stare accanto ma darmi un po' di pace
Invece c'è quel divario a separarci
Io voglio che crolli quel sipario ma su di te, sì
Come su di me se si è visto che
Tu punti promesse come alla roulette
Ma non sono una soubrette che vedo con le meches
Una majorette, sì, ti faccio le feste
Se sbiascico i versi che ti vuoi sentire ripetere
Ti chiedi se potrei pure cedere o lo neghi
Ma non mi puoi mettere i freni
Ora che ci riesco non voglio mantra
Io sono al rovescio, leggimi come manga
Su un filo teso, non taglio la corda
Fiato sospeso dalla paranoia
Ho voglia di giocarmi l'ultima goccia
L'orlo del bicchiere forse traborda
O se Leti mi vede perderà la brocca
Se non mi metti in prima linea, puoi pure andartene, vai via
Non mi hai messa a punto, sto in anestesia
Ora non provo il dolore mentre un altro giorno muore di follia
E mi dimentico le cose che penso a ritroso
Mi riconosco un valore che poi non portò addosso
Ma se lo tengo nel cuore, spero arrivi in porto
Io spero arrivi in porto
The lyrics of Minerva's song "Mantra" touch upon themes of self-awareness, internal conflict, and the desire for a sense of resolution or peace. The singer expresses a newfound ability to see things clearly and no longer wishes for mantras, which could symbolize repetitive patterns or beliefs that no longer serve a purpose in their life. By stating "Ora che ci riesco non voglio mantra," they are asserting a desire for authenticity and a departure from superficiality or illusions.
The reference to being "al rovescio, leggimi come manga" conveys a sense of being inverted or misunderstood, drawing a parallel to how one might read a manga comic which is visually reversed compared to Western comics. This could symbolize a feeling of being unconventional or going against the norm, and the desire for others to understand them in a different light.
The image of being "su un filo teso, non taglio la corda" suggests being on a tightrope of emotions or challenges but choosing not to give up. The mention of "paranoia" and a suspended breath highlights a sense of anxiety or unease, possibly stemming from the fear of losing control or falling apart.
The lyrics also delve into the dynamics of relationships and internal struggles. The singer longs to push boundaries and take risks, even if it means facing the consequences. There is a yearning for a sense of closure or culmination, as seen in the lines "ho voglia di giocarmi l'ultima goccia" and "l'orlo del bicchiere forse traborda." The fear of disappointing someone ("se Leti mi vede perderà la brocca") adds a layer of external pressure and expectation.
Overall, "Mantra" by Minerva encapsulates a complex mix of emotions, turmoil, and a quest for self-discovery. The lyrics convey a sense of defiance, a struggle for autonomy, and a plea for understanding and acceptance. The singer's journey towards clarity and the willingness to confront challenges head-on reflect a profound internal dialogue, inviting listeners to reflect on their own inner conflicts and desires for authenticity.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Letizia Simioni, Giacomo Sapienza
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