With influences from subgenres as thrash, death, black, gothic and progressive metal combined with lots of inspiration from a world outside metal and plain old rock 'n roll, they've managed to create their own universe in metal music. Many have tried to label their music but until now all have failed..
'Expect the unexpected' is the band's motto.
After recording some demo’s in the early years, OOS has released 4 albums which illustrate their musical evolution perfectly. 'For We Are’ (2000, Shiver Records), ‘Laughing Tears – Crying Smile’ (2002, Shiver Records), ‘Send In The Clowns’ (2004, Apache Productions) and ‘Mirror Palace’ (2007, Scarlet Records) are part of there heritage and as they grew with each album, so did the interest of the world… Today OOS has already played a lot of shows in various European countries and has shared stages with many fine artists.
Right now the band stands before the release of their 5th album ‘The Arrogance Of Ignorance’, an album that lifts them to a next level of musicianship once more.
Again produced by producer Jens Bogren (Opeth, Katatonia, Amon Amarth, …) at Fascination Street Studios, Örebro Sweden and with astonishing contributions by Annlouice Loegdlund (Diablo Swing Orchestra) and Johan Liiva (Arch Enemy, Hearse). ‘The Arrogance Of Ignorance’ should see the light the fall of 2008.
More news about where and when exactly soon…
Band Members
Present
Tijs Vanneste – Vocals
Wim Melis – Guitars
Tom Van Cauwenberghe – Guitars
Hans Claes – Keyboards
Jo Van Heghe – Bass
Guy Vernelen – Drums
Past
Bert Rommes – Bass (1996-2005)
Jan Van Deuren – Guitars (1995-2003)
Tor Kemps – Guitars (1995-2001)
Roulette
Oceans of Sadness Lyrics
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Hang on to every branch
You can find, hold on tight
Stay focused on the thought
You'll survive, you won't die no
You'll survive, stay alive now
You'll survive, you won't die no
You'll survive, stay alive now
Stay focused on the thought
No!
Don't feed the lion when you are
On a stranger's ground
No!
Don't play with fire cause you'll get
Burned real soon somehow
I don't believe in God, I don't believe in religion
But I believe in nature having it's opinion
We are as strong as we are weak and there's
No difference between you and me
'Praise the lord' they shout
We will find out someday if we have made mistakes
'Praise the lord' they shout
You'll survive, you won't die no
Stay focused on the thought
The lyrics of Oceans of Sadness's song Roulette describe a feeling of uncertainty and desperation in the face of a difficult situation. The opening lines create an image of waiting for a storm to come that will ruin everything, and the singer is holding on to every branch they can find, determined to survive no matter what. The repetition of the lines "You'll survive, you won't die no / Stay alive now" reinforces this sense of determination and resilience.
The next verse introduces a warning: "Don't feed the lion when you are / On a stranger's ground" and "Don't play with fire cause you'll get / Burned real soon somehow". This advice could be interpreted as caution against taking risks in unfamiliar or dangerous situations. The following lines express the singer's personal beliefs: "I don't believe in God, I don't believe in religion / But I believe in nature having its opinion". This is a statement of agnosticism, acknowledging the power of the natural world without subscribing to any particular faith.
The final lines of the song repeat the chorus, emphasizing the importance of focusing on survival and staying alive. The line "We will find out someday if we have made mistakes" suggests a sense of uncertainty and possible regret about past actions, but ultimately the singer is determined to persevere and survive.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting for storm to ruin all
Anticipating a catastrophic event, preparing for the worst
Hang on to every branch
Cling to anything that can offer support and stability
You can find, hold on tight
Look for anything that can be grasped tightly for survival
Stay focused on the thought
Maintain a positive, determined mindset
You'll survive, you won't die no
Assurance that you will come out the other side alive
Stay alive now
Remain present and aware of your surroundings and actions to ensure survival
No!
Rejection or warning against something dangerous or harmful
Don't feed the lion when you are
Don't provoke danger when in an unfamiliar or hostile territory
On a stranger's ground
When in an environment that is not familiar or friendly
Don't play with fire cause you'll get
Avoid intentionally engaging in actions that can lead to danger
Burned real soon somehow
Experience consequences that can be painful or fatal
I don't believe in God, I don't believe in religion
Personal beliefs reject supernatural beings or structured faith
But I believe in nature having it's opinion
Despite religious skepticism, there is a reverence for the natural world
We are as strong as we are weak and there's
Humanity's strength and weakness are intertwined and in balance
No difference between you and me
Equality exists between individuals regardless of background or circumstance
'Praise the lord' they shout
A phrase often heard in religious rituals or in times of distress
We will find out someday if we have made mistakes
Reflection on the inevitability of experiencing errors and their outcomes
You'll survive, you won't die no
Reiteration of the earlier message that survival is possible
Stay focused on the thought
Continuous mental motivation and self-awareness
Contributed by Carter E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.