Guitar - Carlos Saione
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Guitar - Carlos Saione
Guitar - Daemon Ross
Drums - André Andrade
Bass - Marcelo Val
Additional Musicians : Chris Boltendahl (Grave Digger), Gus Monsanto (Revolution Renaissance, ex. Adagio) and Renato Tribuzy (Tribuzy)
Painside are an impressive new group from Brazil, a country that is certainly known for its great metal bands. Painside's debut release Dark World Burden has been very well received with its great mixture of metal music - this is one album heavy metal fans will really enjoy.
Inspired by the traditional sound of pioneering bands like Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, while adding modern influences from bands such as Nevermore and Disturbed, the band’s sound is an elaborate and diverse emotional rollercoaster backed by sharp riffs, in your face vocals and a crunching sound to color the sonic landscape.
The debut CD - "Dark World Burden" - was mixed by Alex Macedo (Syren, Atlântida) and Renato Tribuzy (Tribuzy), who also produced the record, at Full Sound Studios in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. Appearing as guests are Gus Monsanto (Revolution Renaissance, Takara, ex-Adagio), Chris Boltendahl (Grave Digger) and Renato himself, helping intertwine the group’s musical vision, uniting the past and the present of heavy music.
Brazil will be forever known amongst the rock & metal community as the birthplace of the almighty Sepultura. Sure there’s been a handful of other great bands, but Max and co. have been the main exports. Stepping in for their turn is all-new band PAINSIDE. I went into listening to this album knowing absolutely nothing about the band minus the small bio they have on their Myspace.
Even though the bio was quite brief, it really did manage to sum the bands sound up pretty well. PAINSIDE play a brand of modern heavy metal that owes as much to Iron Maiden and the likes as it does to bands like Disturbed.
The combination works better than what it probably should, and gives the band a very unique sound. A majority of the vocals are sung in high pitch a-la Bruce Dickinson, whilst the guitar riffs interchange between down-tuned chugs and dual guitar lead attacks straight out of the NWOBHM movement. Imagine Bruce Dickinson singing for Disturbed and you have a fair idea what’s going on here. If PAINSIDE receive enough exposure I am sure they are destined for great things, as there is enough of each element of old & new to bridge the gap for fans of both styles. There isn’t a weak track on the album, but maybe the least favorite for me was MARTYR, which features some mild growl vocals which I don’t normally mind, but feels out of place here.
Opening track IGNITE THE FIRE is a great way to start the album as it shows both elements gelling together and the vocal delivery is very Halford-esque as are the lyrics. WHERE DARKNESS RULES calls upon the influence of MACHINE HEAD in the riff department and is a definite highlight for me. COLLAPSE THE LIES is definitely the best song on the album to show what the band is all about and has a sound reminiscent of DISTURBED. THIS DARK WORLD is old-school all the way, with a great classical guitar verse which kicks into a powerhouse chorus featuring probably the best vocal delivery of the album. THE EDGE is another late album highlight that brings to mind a bit of black album era METALLICA mixed with GOTTHARD, an interesting mix that somehow really works.
If your looking for something a little different be sure to check PAINSIDE out. If you’re still not sold on the review, at least be sure to check out the samples on their Myspace page and prepare to be pleasantly surprised.
Written by Zeezee - http://rockinreview.blogspot.com/
The Edge
Painside Lyrics
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For the one asking
Deep inside the soul
Walking and waiting
As far as I can go
No one seems to face the shame
Only fools will try to blame
Look at the sky and the coming storm
Look at the sands of time and
See the light shine up above
Lookink now
What you see with eyes so cold?
Lost at the edge of ever
Lookink now
What you see with eyes so cold?
Know this life won't be the end
You told me lies are deadly
You told me truth when I was hurt
Now you believe taht I cannot go on
Look at the sky and the violent storm
Look at the sands of time and
Fell the light shine on your soul
The lyrics to Painside’s “The Edge” offer a glimpse into what appears to be a person at their breaking point. The opening lines ask, “What can a man do?” in reference to trying to survive some sort of hardship. The following line “For the one asking” suggests that this person is not only dealing with their own internal struggles, but they are also dealing with someone else who is questioning or possibly even blaming them. Despite this, the person is determined to keep pushing forward, and they are “Walking and waiting, As far as [they] can go.”
The chorus of the song invites the listener to consider looking at the world around them. The storm in the sky and the sands of time indicate that change is coming, but there is still hope as the light shines above. However, the second verse reads like a plea for help. “Lost at the edge of ever” suggests that the person feels like they are at the end of their rope. The line, “Now you believe taht I cannot go on” suggests that someone close to them is doubting their ability to keep moving forward. Despite all of these hardships, the lyrics emphasize that this person will not give up; they are determined to get through the pain and reach the other side.
Line by Line Meaning
What can a man do?
What options does one have?
For the one asking
In response to a queried demand
Deep inside the soul
In the innermost self
Walking and waiting
Advancing and actively expecting
As far as I can go
As much as one can achieve
No one seems to face the shame
There is lack of accountability and acknowledgement
Only fools will try to blame
Unwise individuals will shift responsibility
Now I'm digging out the pain
Now confronting and addressing the distress
Look at the sky and the coming storm
Observe the climate and its impending tempest
Look at the sands of time and
Contemplate the ephemeral nature and history
See the light shine up above
Perceive the illumination above
Looking now
Currently observing
What you see with eyes so cold?
What do you view with detached, unemotional eyes?
Lost at the edge of ever
Confused and uncertain about the end of everything
Looking now
Currently observing
What you see with eyes so cold?
What do you view with detached, unemotional eyes?
Know this life won't be the end
Be aware that existence will not conclude
You told me lies are deadly
You warned me that falsehoods are lethal
You told me truth when I was hurt
You informed me accurately while I was in pain
Now you believe that I cannot go on
Now you think that I cannot persevere
Look at the sky and the violent storm
Inspect the firmament and the tumultuous cyclone
Look at the sands of time and
Contemplate the ephemeral nature and history
Feel the light shine on your soul
Sensate the illumination radiating on one's essence
Writer(s): Renato Portinhal Tribuzy, Carlos Eduardo De Moura Fe Saione, Guilherme Azevedo
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.