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)
Awaken
Novembers Doom Lyrics
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The opening lines of the Novembers Doom's song Awaken depict a sense of acceptance of one's mortality. The mention of "dawn" and "sun" may symbolize the beginning of something new, possibly a new day or a new phase in life. The line "I will die someday" highlights the inevitability of death and how it's a fate that no one can escape. However, the next line "until that day, I embrace the knowing" signifies the willingness of the singer to acknowledge their eventual death and to make the most of the time they have left. In other words, the singer is choosing to live life to the fullest, knowing that their time is limited.
The song goes on to explore themes of despair, loss, and isolation. The lyrics paint a picture of a world devoid of hope and light. The mention of "darkness" and "emptiness" further emphasize the sense of isolation and hopelessness. However, the song ends on a note of resilience, with the promise that even in the bleakest of moments, there is a glimmer of hope that can be found. The final lines of the song "I will be reborn, from the ashes of my life, I will awaken" signify a rebirth, a new beginning. It's an expression of hope and a belief that even after facing the worst of circumstances, one can rise again.
Line by Line Meaning
My eyes open with dawn.
As the sun rises in the morning, my eyes awaken and I become conscious.
The sun shines on my face.
The warming glow of the sun's rays illuminates my face and reminds me of the beauty of life itself.
I will die someday,
It is an inevitable fact that one day, my life will come to an end.
until that day,
However, until that moment arrives, I am determined to make the most of every second of my existence.
I embrace the knowing.
I acknowledge the inevitability of my own mortality, and I choose to embrace it rather than fear it.
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Luis Felipe
Few years ago I've compiled this playlist that might fall on your graces. Opening track (and the song that gave me the ideia to begin with) is a ND short interlude:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xe7nsugEYudkExNBVVIcF?si=QLDsIOPvRX6O5qKVk434Uw&utm_source=copy-link
Zachi H
Pure emotion, i like it.
Janson Galeas
20 de julio del 2020 .....no deja de sonar.......
heidy mora
lo máximo escucho esta canción y estoy en otro universo..quiero llorar..belleza de cancion
Acero Viviente
heidy mora the amo
David Hyde
This song is awesome, just so full of emotion... I love it
Michael Queelag
"my eyes open with dawn the sun shines on my face i will die someday until that day I embrace the knowing"
Mark Brockway
One of my favorite songs of all time. So powerful and amazing.
Qandor
such a way to start an album! 👌🤘
Straxus
I knew a boy, who would travels miles across the road, only to end up back at his first step.