Then in early 1998, Christian had to be replaced due to the chemistry between him and the rest of the band. After getting a tip from a friend about a very talented singer Christian was replaced and Morifade found a new one in Stefan Petersson. During the writing process of the bands first album also Fredrik had to leave the band due personal issues. The band decided to record the album as a quartet.
The first full-length album “Possession of Power” was recorded in different sessions between June and August in 1999 at Wet Paint Studio in Norrköping, Sweden and released in November the same year. The press praised the album and it was given tremendously good reviews from all over the world. Some months after the release two new members were found in Fredrik Eriksson (ex- Tad Morose) and Adrian Kanebäck (ex- Nephenzy). With this line-up Morifade also began to gain a lot of gigs both in Sweden and Europe.
In the month of May 2000 the band entered the Los Angered Recording Studio with owner, engineer and producer Andy La Rocque (well-known from King Diamond). This time to record some songs for a new MCD entitled “Cast a Spell” and “Judas”, a cover song for a tribute to Helloween (The Keepers of Jericho Part I). After the recording several major problems began with their label and the band decided to leave immediately.
Besides the writing of new material for their second full-length album, Morifade was now in search for a new record label. Promo-CD’s was sent over the world and the band was in contact with many great labels. Finally the band decided to sign with Hammerheart Records (Now Karmageddon Media) in The Netherlands. During this time Adrian left the band in lack of interest and due to personal issues. The band soon found a replacement in Kim’s younger brother Robin Arnell.
In July 2001 the recording of the second full-length album “Imaginarium” started. Satisfied with result of the last MCD the band entered the Los Angered Recording Studio again. The recording was finished in August but due to some re-mixes of the album it wasn’t released before April 2002. Even this album got really good response from the world. With “Imaginarium”, Morifade was for the first time introduced to the Japanese audience. The company King Records released the album in Japan.
The recording of the new album DOMI<>NATION took place for the third time in Los Angered Recording studio, it started in January 2003 and ended with the mixing in April the same year. However, all vocals and choirs are recorded in a studio called Monogram Recordings in Stockholm. This album is heavier than any of the albums that Morifade have released before. It’s a concept album based on two novels, “1984” by George Orwell and Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Briefly, the concept is about the surveillance society that we’re approaching more and more. DOMI<>NATION is released in January 2004. In mid 2004 Stefan decided to leave Morifade, he was soon replaced by Kristian Wallin.
A Silent Revolution
Morifade Lyrics
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To lift the masses from decay
To guide them through night
Make them know their wrong from right
Our rising has seen
The end to false diversity
Salvation in norms
They were searching for answers, we gave them the key
Showed them a way to be free
A world without choices, a welcoming sleep
ALL FOR ONE - Like shepherd and sheep
We drained you of will, and soon there are no needs to kill
Depraved of your sight, you'll let us lead the...
Light, lead the light
In labor you pay to the savior who gave you...
Light, lead the light
Your minds are kept clean, as fuel to the power machine
A medical salvation, a new drug took form
Needles, injecting our norms
Soma will ease you, take care of your pain
ALL IS WELL - Feel it flow through your veins
The all-seeing eye, protects you well up in the sky
There's nothing to fight, as long as we lead the...
Light, lead the light
In labor you pay to the savior who gave you...
Light, lead the light
Your minds are kept clean, as fuel to the power machine
Light, lead the light
In labor you pay to the savior who gave you...
Light, lead the light
Your minds are kept clean, as fuel to the power machine
Light, lead the light
In labor you pay to the savior who gave you...
Light, lead the light
Your minds are kept clean, as fuel to the power machine
The lyrics of Morifade's song "A Silent Revolution" speak of a regime that promises to uplift and guide the masses towards what is morally right. They claim to have found a solution to the societal decay and false diversity that they believe has plagued their world. In this new world, there are no choices, and everyone will conform to the prescribed norms. The people are promised a world without pain and suffering - a perfect utopia.
However, the lyrics also suggest that the freedom promised to the people is an illusion. The regime has drained the people of their will, hypnotized them into submission, and deprived them of their sight. The true intention of the regime is to have complete control over the people, like shepherds leading their sheep. The people are kept docile, unaware and in a trance state, their minds fueling the power machine that is the regime.
The song's lyrics weave a dystopian narrative, where a totalitarian regime lures in people with the promise of salvation and peace, while secretly propagating their way of life, beliefs, and values. It is a cautionary tale against blindly following an ideology or a master, whereby people willingly give up their freedom in the pursuit of utopia.
Line by Line Meaning
We once saw a way
At one point, we had a vision
To lift the masses from decay
To help the people rise above their struggles
To guide them through night
To assist them in difficult times
Make them know their wrong from right
To teach them the difference between good and bad
Our rising has seen
Through our efforts, we have shown progress
The end to false diversity
We have put an end to phony variation
Salvation in norms
We have found relief in established customs
To which all now will conform
Everyone will follow these new standards
They were searching for answers, we gave them the key
We provided the solution to their problems
Showed them a way to be free
We demonstrated how to achieve freedom
A world without choices, a welcoming sleep
We created a world where decisions are not necessary, and rest is encouraged
ALL FOR ONE - Like shepherd and sheep
We operate under the concept of unity with one leader and many followers
We drained you of will, and soon there are no needs to kill
We have taken away your desire and motivation, and therefore there is no reason to harm
Depraved of your sight, you'll let us lead the...
We have blinded you, and as a result, we will lead you
Light, lead the light
We provide guidance and illumination
In labor you pay to the savior who gave you...
You work to support the leader who has saved you
Your minds are kept clean, as fuel to the power machine
Your thoughts are under our control, and they drive our authority
A medical salvation, a new drug took form
We have created a new medication that is believed to be a cure-all
Needles, injecting our norms
We are enforcing our new way of life through injections
Soma will ease you, take care of your pain
This new drug will alleviate your discomfort
ALL IS WELL - Feel it flow through your veins
Everything is perfect, and you can experience the effects of the drug
The all-seeing eye, protects you well up in the sky
Our watchful eye is always watching over you from above
There's nothing to fight, as long as we lead the...
There is nothing to dispute or combat as long as we are in charge
Your minds are kept clean, as fuel to the power machine
You are brainwashed and manipulated to sustain our power
Contributed by Camden V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.