OLEMUS. This band name has its origin in Latin and means we stink. But this… Read Full Bio ↴OLEMUS. This band name has its origin in Latin and means we stink. But this was not really what the young metal heads Robert Bogner (v.) and Simon Oeller (g) meant, when they had to name their newly founded band. Rather they meant We are pissed off (by heavy-metal no mans land in Upper Austria, where the Catholic Church and its Priests still dictate public life far and wide). No wonder that they first called their Band Godless. And no wonder that Simon and Robert (then 14 years old) decided to break out of this hypocritical restraint. Together with their friend Cunzla they recorded their first demo-tapes Learning to die and Blind. The sound was strongly influenced by the prospering death-metal-wave. But even at that time OLEMUS included melancholy and melodic parts skilfully into their songs, an ability they have improved even more by now.

Because of numerous gigs in their home country (due to circumstances mentioned above not always easy to do) OLEMUS gained the reputation of an excellent live band. Logical consequence: The first album appeared. In August of 1996 Bitter Tears was released via NSM Records. 600 people watched the show when OLEMUS presented their album, and radio stations like FM4 gave the young band the opportunity to spread their music on the air. Suddenly the metal world was open to them. OLEMUS shared the stage with Rammstein, Buce Dickinson, Samael, Moonspell, Stuck Mojo und Dimmu Borgir, Schweisser, Tristania, Theatre of Tragedy, Cradle of Filth, Six feet amongst others.

What followed was the split with NSM-Records. But OLEMUS did not get discouraged. After a line-up-change they recorded the self-financed EP Psycho Path in 1996 and one more demo-CD called Forever in 2000. In 2001, CCP-Records was the label that signed the band who had meanwhile moved to Linz.

OLEMUS were not lazy and played lots of shows wherever they could. This experience influenced the following albums Passion Fall (2001) and Egod (2002). Between aggressive outbursts of fury, cold synthesiser- atmosphere, melancholy calmness and classic tunes, OLEMUS have found their special style. Even the famous German magazine Metal-Hammer took the EgOd-Opener Insane within onto its sampler.

And now? OLEMUS do not have a record-deal at the moment. But with their new 3-track promo-CD this hopefully will change soon. I hate myself today, Living your hell and Reality is a whore are three punchy arguments that emotion is not an empty word to this band from Linz, Austria. In fact, it is a vital part of their music. OLEMUS prove this everytime they perform. So they make sure that no metal head will leave their show saying I am pissed off

Rising
Olemus Lyrics

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They told me not to hold up my head too high
Always crawl near the ground act on stand by
Never knew why Im hear Never asked what Im near
So give me gread let me bleed
Show me grief and let me live
Let me tell you not everything is as dead as you
Open your soul take a look up set yourself free
Now I know why Im here

Now I know there is no fear

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Olemus's song Rising seem to be about breaking free from societal conventions that tell us to be reserved, cautious, and fearful. The opening lines, "They told me not to hold up my head too high / Always crawl near the ground act on stand by," suggest that the singer has been instructed to be meek and unassuming, not to make a scene or stand out. However, the lines that follow, "Never knew why I'm here / Never asked what I'm near," signal a feeling of emptiness or confusion. The singer is following the rules but doesn't feel connected to the purpose behind them or to their surroundings.

The chorus explodes with life and passion as the singer declares, "So give me greed, let me bleed / Show me grief and let me live." These lines seem to suggest that the singer is craving experiences, even if they are difficult or painful, because they are a way of truly living. The final lines of the song indicate that this quest for life has been successful: "Now I know why I'm here / Now I know there is no fear." By breaking free from the limitations that bound them, the singer has discovered their purpose and has overcome their fears.

Overall, the song seems to be about the importance of being true to oneself and embracing life fully, even if it means taking risks and facing adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

They told me not to hold up my head too high
I was advised to remain low-key and not be too confident.

Always crawl near the ground act on stand by
They instructed me to maintain a low profile and take no risks.

Never knew why Im hear Never asked what Im near
I was unaware of my purpose and my surroundings.

So give me gread let me bleed
I want to feel intense emotions and experience life's hardships.

Show me grief and let me live
I want to encounter challenging situations and enrich my life experience.

Let me tell you not everything is as dead as you
There is more to life than what meets the eye.

Open your soul take a look up set yourself free
Be open-minded and broad in your perspective to experience true freedom.

Now I know why Im here
I have discovered my true purpose.

Now I know there is no fear
I am unafraid of the unknown and uncertain future.

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