Novembers Doom formed in 1989, but it was not until 1992 that Novembers Doom would receive some attention in the metal world. An early deal with Regress Records, of Italy, allowed Avantgarde Records to hear the band. This demo (Her Tears Drop) was heavy, combined with moods of darkness and despair. The two songs would lead to the release of the band's full length debut CD, Amid Its Hallowed Mirth on Avant Garde and Nuclear Blast. Exploring and expanding, the band added female backing vocals and continued its thick, eerie brand of metal. A compilation track for Pavement Music soon followed. In 1997, Novembers Doom released the EP For Every Leaf That Falls. The album was well received, leading to favourable reviews and response worldwide. Novembers Doom has since released their second full length album Of Sculptured Ivy and Stone Flowers, with Martyr Music Group. This new offering had received rave reviews.
In May of 2000, Novembers Doom entered the recording studio once again, to record the follow up to Of Sculptured Ivy and Stone Flowers. The band has recorded The Knowing with Studio One's Chris Djuricic. The CD is an extension of the previous material, only taking steps in new directions to enhance their already original sound.
In July of 2000, Novembers Doom officially became a member of Dark Symphonies. Realizing the bands potential, they constructed a deal with Martyr Music Group, to include the band on its roster, releasing The Knowing to the public.
Now, with their third full length release receiving praise, and a European licensed release of the CD through Pavement Music, Novembers Doom secured themselves more attention than before.
To Welcome the Fade
In October 2002, Novembers Doom entered the studio to begin work on their second full length of new material for Dark Symphonies. The band's fourth full length album would be entitled To Welcome the Fade, only this time they recruited the talents of the Grammy Award-winning producer, Neil Kernon. Kernon, best known for his work with acts like Hall & Oates, Kansas, Yes, Queensrÿche, Judas Priest, and more recently Nevermore and Cannibal Corpse, brought a new power and clarity to the sound of the band. This album was chosen as the Number One metal album of 2002 in Metal Maniacs magazine by one of its head editors, Novembers Doom was also a featured cover story on their January 2003 issue.
Signing with The End
In 2004, a successful tour in North America with The Gathering eventually leading to a signing with The End Records that summer. The band entered the studio in the fall to record their fifth album, The Pale Haunt Departure. This time around the band enlisted the help of the very respected producer and artist Dan Swanö (Edge of Sanity, Bloodbath and Nightingale) for the mixing duties, and the mastering went to metal guitarist and producer James Murphy (Testament, Obituary and Disincarnate).
In March 2005, The Pale Haunt Departure was released with a tour supporting it. Novembers Doom continues to forge ahead, meshing diverse musical styles and textures in the pursuit of always creating a new and unique listening experience with each new release, while retaining their heavy sound and dark lyrics.
The Novella Reservoir
In June 2006, the band's sixth full-length album, The Novella Reservoir, was announced on The End Records' website. The album will contain eight tracks. It is a follow-up to The Pale Haunt Departure.
Discography
* Her Tears Drop (Demo 1995)
* Amid Its Hallowed Mirth (Full-length 1995)
* For Every Leaf That Falls (EP 1997)
* Of Sculptured Ivy and Stone Flowers (Full-length 1999)
* The Knowing (Full-length, 2000)
* To Welcome the Fade (Full-length 2002)
* Reflecting In Grey Dusk (Best of/Compilation 2004)
* The Pale Haunt Departure (Full-length 2005)
* The Novella Reservoir (Full-length 2007)
* Into Night's Requiem Infernal (Full-length 2009)
* Aphotic (Full-length 2011)
* Bled White (Full Length 2014)
* Hamartia (Full Length 2017)
Aura Blue
Novembers Doom Lyrics
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I once saw with the sight of a God,
and I hear the voices pray.
My dreams were reality, even the darkest of all cast aside.
It reaches out to grab my throat,
and squeeze the breath from me,
to show me sights of days to come,
and nights of restlessness.
but left in my hands,
lies a cold bitter fear.
So I awake with a newfound friend,
who begs me to play,
who taunts one tired eye,
and I shudder to think of what I've become,
as my journey has ended, to capture my ease.
My pride has returned,
and life is anew,
accepting my fate,
and remembrance of what I saw, of what I lived.
Sleep.
With closed eyes, I dream of your return and in the darkness,
I again see a light.
A perfect glow of aura blue,
with open arms I greet my old friend.
The lyrics of Novembers Doom's "Aura Blue" tell the story of a man who feels transformed from his past self. He describes his previous existence as "meaningless" and claims that his perspective has changed to that of a god. He hears voices and dreams that are vividly real, and he can see through the darkness. But this newfound power is terrifying, as he is haunted by visions of the future and restless nights that threaten to suffocate him. He is consumed by fear even as he tries to embrace this new identity.
The singer of the song appears to be struggling with the implications of his newfound power. He speaks of a "cold bitter fear" that has enveloped him, indicating a reluctance to wield this great responsibility. He also seems to be physically exhausted, with "one tired eye" and a general sense of weariness. However, he ultimately embraces his fate, feeling a renewed sense of pride and acceptance. He looks forward to the future with hope, and dreams of the day when his old life might return.
Overall, "Aura Blue" is a haunting, introspective song that speaks to the human need for purpose and understanding. It suggests that even the most powerful individuals can feel lost, and that we all need to find a way to cope with the unknowable aspects of life. The lyrics are beautifully written and convey a great deal of emotion, making it a standout track on Novembers Doom's impressive catalog.
Line by Line Meaning
Today, I am a different man, yesterday was meaningless.
The singer has undergone a transformative experience that has altered his perspective on life.
I once saw with the sight of a God,
The singer once felt a sense of omniscience and felt connected to a higher power.
and I hear the voices pray.
The singer feels spiritually attuned and can hear the prayers of others.
My dreams were reality, even the darkest of all cast aside.
The artist's dreams felt vivid and tangible, even the most negative ones.
It reaches out to grab my throat,
Something ominous and unsettling is taking hold of the artist.
and squeeze the breath from me,
The singer feels a sense of suffocation and panic.
to show me sights of days to come,
The unsettling force is showing the singer visions of his future.
and nights of restlessness.
These visions are causing the artist to feel anxious and unsettled.
In a good man's heart, a gift this would truly be,
The visions would be perceived as a blessing to someone who is more virtuous than the artist.
but left in my hands,
The artist feels burdened and unprepared to deal with these visions.
lies a cold bitter fear.
The singer feels terrified and helpless in the face of what he's experiencing.
So I awake with a newfound friend,
The artist awakens with a mysterious companion.
who begs me to play,
This companion is coaxing the singer into some type of game or challenge.
who taunts one tired eye,
The singer is fatigued or weakened in some way that makes him susceptible to this companion's tricks.
and I shudder to think of what I've become,
The singer is worried that he's lost his sense of self or given into temptation.
as my journey has ended, to capture my ease.
The artist feels like he's reached the end of his journey and is ready to give in to a sense of peace.
My pride has returned,
The artist has regained his sense of self-esteem or dignity.
and life is anew,
The singer feels refreshed and like he's been given a second chance.
accepting my fate,
The singer is reconciling himself to the things he can't change.
and remembrance of what I saw, of what I lived.
The artist is reflecting on the visions he saw and the experiences he's had.
Sleep.
The artist is giving into exhaustion and allowing himself to rest.
With closed eyes, I dream of your return and in the darkness,
The artist dreams of someone or something that's been lost to him.
I again see a light.
The singer sees a glimmer of hope or salvation.
A perfect glow of aura blue,
The light is a radiant blue color, signifying healing or transcendence.
with open arms I greet my old friend.
The singer welcomes this light and feels like he's reconciled with someone or something significant.
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