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.
Parallels
Morifade Lyrics
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Gaze through the turbulence of years
Where are your hopes, where are your fears
The thoughts of those before us
Repeating still in our dreams
Right through our conscious selves they stream
Does this world spin too fast?
(CHORUS)
Time will tell - What we have learned from history
Time will tell - Where we're to go
Parallels - Are we a part of the mystery?
A parallel to all eons that's been and all still to come
When every words been spoken
When every thought's been thought before
You're never lonesome anymore
Who does uphold the present?
Don't stop to think, don't cease to care
A burden we all have to bear
Shimmering through an oblivious haze
Where each soul leaves a trace
(CHORUS)
Solo: R. Arnell
See this tale through before it's too late
Does it mirror your fate?
(CHORUS)
The song Parallels by Morifade invites us to reflect on the passage of time and the cyclical nature of history. The first verse encourages us to look beyond the present moment and observe the echoes of the past in our hopes and fears. The second verse mentions the thoughts of those who came before us, and how they still influence us today. The chorus urges us to learn from history, to question where we're headed, and to consider our place in the grand scheme of things. The final verse reminds us that we're all connected and responsible for the present moment, and that our actions have consequences that ripple through time.
The lyrics of Parallels are contemplative and introspective, and they invite the listener to think beyond their immediate concerns and consider the bigger picture. The song is also musically complex, featuring intricate guitar riffs and solos, dynamic changes in tempo and mood, and a thunderous chorus that feels like a call to action. It's a perfect example of Morifade's blend of power metal and progressive rock, and a testament to their songwriting and musical prowess.
Line by Line Meaning
Look through the mist of ages
Take a careful look into history
Gaze through the turbulence of years
Examine the chaos of the past
Where are your hopes, where are your fears
Reflect on your aspirations and anxieties
The thoughts of those before us
The ideas of our elders
Repeating still in our dreams
Persisting in our subconscious
Right through our conscious selves they stream
Influencing our conscious thoughts
Are you free from your future or past?
Do you feel unburdened by your personal history and destiny?
Does this world spin too fast?
Is modern society too frenzied?
Time will tell - What we have learned from history
The future will reveal if we have truly studied the past
Time will tell - Where we're to go
Eventually, we will figure out our destination
Parallels - Are we a part of the mystery?
Do we have a place in the universe's enigma?
A parallel to all eons that's been and all still to come
Connected to every period of time that has existed and will exist
When every words been spoken
After all communication has occurred
When every thought's been thought before
Once every conceivable idea has been conceived
You're never lonesome anymore
You'll always be able to find a connection to the past
Who does uphold the present?
Who preserves the present, ensuring that it remains stable?
Don't stop to think, don't cease to care
Continue to be invested in the world and its fate
A burden we all have to bear
It's something that every person must deal with
Shimmering through an oblivious haze
Barely visible through a cloud of ignorance
Where each soul leaves a trace
Every individual leaves a mark on history's landscape
See this tale through before it's too late
Pay attention to history while there is still time
Does it mirror your fate?
Does history contain any signs of your future?
Contributed by Violet P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.