Myriads was formed in September 1997, Norway. The band comprises Alexander … Read Full Bio ↴Myriads was formed in September 1997, Norway. The band comprises Alexander Twiss (clean-vocals, death-vocals, electric guitar, and acoustic steel- and nylon-string guitars), Mona Undheim Skottene (vocals, main-piano and keyboard), J.P. (electric guitar, and acoustic steel- and nylon-string guitars), Rudi Junger (drums and percussion), and Mikael Stokdal (black-vocals, keyboard and piano). Although Myriads’music defies categorizing, the group would describe their music as a fusion between metal and classical sounds. It also contains some elements of folk music and has some industrial parts. Their lyrics are written by Alexander Twiss and Mona Undheim Skottene and are based on psychology, philosophy, and dreams, with dramatical elements.

In July 1998 was released a four track demo-CD: In Spheres Without Time". In April 1999 Myriads signed a record deal with Napalm Records. In June they recorded their first full-length album, also entitled "In Spheres Without Time" in Mansion Studio. The album was released worldwide the 22nd of November 1999.

In March 2001 in Finland was recorded their second album- Introspection. The members of Myriads have all progressively developed as musicians, and the music in the new album was more technical than it was earlier.

Ascent
Myriads Lyrics

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[Music: Alexander Twiss, Mona Undheim Skottene, J.P. and Rudi Junger, Lyrics: Mona Undheim Skottene and Alexander Twiss]

I am rising over the raindrops,
on the roof of glimmering rivers
Dancing softly to burn all the sorrows,
on the clouds where starlight always shines

I am rising over the raindrops,

on the roof of glimmering rivers

Dancing softly to burn all the sorrows,
on the clouds where sun always shines

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Myriads' song The Ascent speak of rising above life's difficulties and troubles. The imagery of raindrops and glimmering rivers is used to represent the challenges and obstacles that one may face. Despite these challenges, the singer of the song chooses to dance softly and rise above the sorrows.

The mention of "clouds where starlight always shines" and "clouds where sun always shines" suggests a sense of optimism and hope. The singer sees the beauty in the world around them and chooses to focus on the positivity rather than the negativity. They are choosing to ascend above the clouds and rise above the problems that may be weighing them down.

Overall, the lyrics of The Ascent encourage listeners to rise above their struggles and focus on the beauty that surrounds them. It is a message of hope and positivity, and a reminder that no matter how difficult life may be, there is always a way to overcome.

Line by Line Meaning

I am rising over the raindrops, on the roof of glimmering rivers
I am ascending above the hardships and obstacles that come my way, like raindrops, and reaching a higher level. I am doing so with grace and elegance, like dancing on the roof of a river that sparkles and shines.

Dancing softly to burn all the sorrows, on the clouds where sun always shines
I am dancing gently and peacefully, using my movements to release and purge any pain or anguish that I may carry. I am doing so on a metaphorical cloud, representing a high and serene state, where the light of hope and positivity is always present.

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