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)
The Memory Room
Novembers Doom Lyrics
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Within my mind where memories hide
Between you and I, where life thrives
For we own the nights stars
Face to fate, I breathe your breath
I can see your soul through those eyes
And with a smile from your lips
Chasing lost years without a single find
Wishing for more time between our lives
The culmination of all that is grand
And our salvation resonates deep
Within the memory room
In this place we'll hide from light
Under the stars and sharing the night
An autumns breeze or summer heat
We'll plant the seed of tomorrow
You have saved me once again
From the depth of my own misery
To feed my youth and repair my dreams
Born with a fear for dying alone
Chasing lost years without a single find
Wishing for more time between our lives
The culmination of all that is grand
And our salvation resonates deep
Within the memory room
There is no key to open this door
This place is ours to determine its yield
And it is here where I cherish your love
For the smile was all I ever needed
Chasing lost years without a single find
Wishing for more time between our lives
The culmination of all that is grand
And our salvation resonates deep
Within the memory room
The Memory Room by Novembers Doom is a powerful and emotional song about creating a special and private space in one's mind to store and relive cherished memories. The lyrics begin with the singer describing how they have constructed a secret room within their mind which houses their most precious memories. This room is a place of refuge, a sanctuary where they can retreat and find solace amidst the chaos of life. The memories that the singer has stored in this room are ones that they share with someone they love, and it is these memories that give them strength and keep them going.
Throughout the song, the singer talks about their deep and abiding love for this person, and how being with them brings them a sense of peace and contentment. They describe how they can see into the other person's soul through their eyes, and how the merest smile from their lips can transport them back to the memory room. This room is a place of magic, where time stands still, and the singer and their loved one can relive moments from their past and build hopes for their future.
The Memory Room is ultimately a song about the power of love and memory to sustain us through difficult times. It highlights the importance of holding onto those special moments and people in our lives, and of creating a safe space within ourselves where we can go to find comfort and solace.
Line by Line Meaning
I have fashioned a secret room
I have created a mental space
Within my mind where memories hide
A place where memories are kept hidden
Between you and I, where life thrives
Shared with a special person where life flourishes
For we own the nights stars
We belong to the stars of the night
Face to fate, I breathe your breath
Facing life's challenges, your breath gives me strength
I can see your soul through those eyes
Your eyes reveal your true essence
And with a smile from your lips
Just a smile from you brings joy
I am happily lost in the memory room
Filled with happy memories, I am lost in thought
Chasing lost years without a single find
Searching for lost time without success
Wishing for more time between our lives
Desiring more time together in life
The culmination of all that is grand
The ultimate combination of all things great
And our salvation resonates deep
Our rescue from pain rings true
Within the memory room
In that mental space where memories are kept
In this place we'll hide from light
In this mental space, we find refuge from harsh reality
Under the stars and sharing the night
Together, we enjoy the night sky
An autumns breeze or summer heat
Enjoying the seasonal changes together
We'll plant the seed of tomorrow
Together, we will prepare for the future
You have saved me once again
You have rescued me from the brink of despair
From the depth of my own misery
From being stuck in a pit of sadness
To feed my youth and repair my dreams
To restore my strength and mend my aspirations
Born with a fear for dying alone
Inherently afraid of being alone at the end
There is no key to open this door
No outside force can access this mental space
This place is ours to determine its yield
We control this space and its impact on us
And it is here where I cherish your love
I value your love in this mental refuge
For the smile was all I ever needed
Just your smile alone was enough to comfort me
Chasing lost years without a single find
Continuing to search for lost time
Wishing for more time between our lives
Hoping for more time to share together
The culmination of all that is grand
The ultimate combination of all things great
And our salvation resonates deep
Our rescue from pain rings true
Within the memory room
In that mental space where memories are kept
Writer(s): Novembers Doom, Paul Kuhr
Contributed by Cole K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.