The line up was shortly after completed by Zaher Ben Hamoudia (bass) and Tarek Idouani (vocals).
Myrath first started playing in local concerts a variety of songs of different styles of their favorite bands which goes from blues to heavy metal to death metal.
In 2003 Elyes Bouchoucha (keyboards and vocals) who just graduated from Tunis conservatory joined the band in replacements of Tarek Idouani while Oualid Issaoui (guitar) quit the band.
With this new line up Myrath got into progressive metal and for almost 2 years they played in several concerts exclusively songs of the progressive metal band Symphony X which was their favorite band of that time and still is.
After several years of playing music written by others, Myrath gained enough experience and playing skills to start writing their own. The choice of music they decided to write reflected their oriental origin and their western influence (a combination of progressive, oriental, heavy and melodic).
In the summer of 2004 Fahmi Chakroun (drums) and Zaher Hamoudia (bass) were replaced respectively by Saif Ouhibi and Yassine Belgith in an effort to get musicians fully dedicated to the band.
With this new line up Myrath released their first self produced album ‘’Double Face‘’ on March 2005.
Even though it was a first recording experience, this album (which was released in Tunisia only as the band was not signed yet) did however show encouraging signs of composing skills
In September 2005 Malek Ben Arbia the band founding member and guitarist travelled to Nancy, France to enrol in the famous Guitar school, Music Academy International (M.A.I.) to undergo a one year extensive training course so as to improve his knowledge in music theory and improve and diversify his playing skills.
In March 24th 2006 Myrath opened for Adagio and Robert Plant in the 3rd edition of the Mediterranean guitar festival which gave them the opportunity to meet Adagio band members and mainly their keyboard player Kevin Codfert who happened to be also a sound engineer and a producer.
After graduating from M.A.I. guitarist Malek Ben Arbia returned to Tunisia in late July 2007 with the firm intention to pursue an international music career with Myrath.
To this respect experienced Bass player Anis Jouini joined the band in September 2006 in replacement of Zaher Hamoudia (who replaced for a short period of time Yassine Belgith).
With a line up now consisting of 4 skilled musicians fully dedicated to the band and sharing the same ambition of success, Myrath spent about 3 months writing new songs for the second album.
In December 2006 they recorded the album “Hope” with Kevin Codfert as sound engineer and producer
This new album was a turning point in Myrath's career as thanks to Kevin's valuable assistance and superb work the band was signed by the French label Brennus Music who released "Hope" in September 2007.
In June 2007 Zaher Zorgati considered by many as the best Metal singer in Tunisia joined Myrath as lead vocals and has made his debut concert in the “Rock à Radés Festival” on 10 August 2007.
Most critics predicted a bright future for the band as summarized by one of them who wrote "Myrath will probably be the first band from Maghreb which will have a famous international career. This album is one of the best releases of Progressive Metal that I had the chance to listen to lately. Thumb up to Myrath for this exceptional release… this band will become really big and famous you'll see, I will not be wrong".
The success of HOPE contributed to improving the notoriety of Myrath, and paved the way for prestigious European festivals (such as METAL ROCK FESTIVAL - Norway and PROGPOWER-EU – The Netherlands) to include the band in the lineup of their 2008 edition. Thus on May 2nd 2008 Myrath made an impressive debut live performance outside Tunisia in PROGSUD Festival (Marseille – France) with talented singer Zaher Zorgati (who joined the band in June 2007) as front man.
Knowing that a follow up album is no easy task in terms of fans expectations Myrath let their inspiration guide them when composing the new album named DESERT CALL, the softer and versatile voice of new singer Zaher Zogati contributed to Myrath finding its own trade mark, a mix of melodic Arabian tunes, and prog-power metal enhanced by a balanced Arabian and western orchestration.
Recorded in November 2008 in Tunis-Tunisia and brilliantly mixed and produced by Kevin Codfert, the album was fully completed. By June 2009 however it was only after several months of negotiations with various labels that Myrath finally signed an exclusive license contract for Europe with the major French labels XIII BIS RECORDS (Sony distribution) and another one for the rest of the world with the prestigious American Label Nightmare Records.
-Discography-
Double Face - April 2005 (in Tunisia only)
Hope - September 2007 - Brennus Music
Desert Call - January 2010 - XIIIBis Records/Sony Distribution
Tales Of The Sands September 27 - 2011
Legacy - February 12th - 2016
- Mail : Contact@Myrath.com
Source
Confession
Myrath Lyrics
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Walking the path of hell No More
Life runs through my veins
I hear the judgement frightening bells
Thought that you would be there
Holding my hand here after death
But, if life is unfair
Death's even worse in pain
Ahhhh ahhhhh ahhhhh
Are you laughing up there?
Standing upon my lonely grave
Here's my soul I gave
As greatest proof that I'm your slave
7 sins I confess
Those sins that led me to my death
I can't stand anymore
Still feel the pain of my last breath
Wounds on my soul
Hurt more and more
Lost my way
Light fades away
Seems like it's
My judgement day
The lyrics to Myrath's song "Confession" describe the feelings and thoughts of someone who has passed away and is reflecting on their life choices. The singer begins by acknowledging that they are returning to the path of hell, indicating that they have made decisions that have led them down a dark path. However, the singer also recognizes that their life force continues to flow through their veins, and they are aware of the judgement that awaits them. They had hoped to have someone there to comfort them, but they realize that death is even more painful than life.
The singer continues to reflect on their life and offers their soul as proof that they were a slave to the person they are addressing. They confess to the seven sins that led them to their death and express their inability to withstand any more pain. They feel wounded spiritually and have lost their way, with the light of hope fading away. The singer appears to be facing their judgement day and seems prepared to face any consequences that await them.
Overall, the song is an introspective look at the choices we make in life and the consequences that come along with them. It highlights the importance of being conscious and responsible for our actions and being prepared to face the consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I go, back for more
Walking the path of hell No More
I am returning to a difficult situation, but I will not allow it to consume me anymore.
Life runs through my veins
I hear the judgement frightening bells
I am alive and aware that judgement is impending, which scares me.
Thought that you would be there
Holding my hand here after death
I expected someone to guide me after I die, but I am not sure if that will happen.
But, if life is unfair
Death's even worse in pain
Life can be unjust, but I believe death is much more agonizing.
Ahhhh ahhhhh ahhhhh
Vocalization to express an intense emotion.
Are you laughing up there?
Standing upon my lonely grave
I am wondering if someone is mocking me from beyond the grave as I am buried alone.
Here's my soul I gave
As greatest proof that I'm your slave
I have given up my soul as evidence that I am enslaved to a higher power or authority.
7 sins I confess
Those sins that led me to my death
I admit to the seven deadly sins that caused my downfall and eventual death.
I can't stand anymore
Still feel the pain of my last breath
I am unable to bear the pain anymore, and it feels as though I am still struggling to catch my last breath.
Wounds on my soul
Hurt more and more
Lost my way
Light fades away
Seems like it's
My judgement day
My emotional wounds are growing deeper, and I feel increasingly lost and alone. The light that once guided me is fading away, and it seems as though I am facing judgement day.
Contributed by Alex P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dan Alvarado Quiñones
this is the best song of myrath.
Gustavo Amaral
Totally agreed
Lord Destructor
Es cómo una combinación entre Symphony X, Epica y The tea party, sumandole muchos elementos orientales <3
Stoned Prophet
So damn underrated. Dream Theater, Cynic, Neal Morse, now Myrath. Noice.
Muhammad Najib bin Abdul Aziz Najib
Shalom peace be upon you...that's the greatest song that I ever seen before...keep it up...I can't wait for more
Katya Lee
I love the intro of this song
Long Johnson
Without a doubt. The intro is so awesome. The whole desert theme is beautiful.
Kate Murphy
I pretty much knew what this was just by the music it opened with... wonderful, thank you!!!.
WKH
the yngwie malmsteen influenced part at the end :D is awesome
Kate Murphy
Beautiful Tunisian music!!!...