The band consists of singer-songwriter Stefan Robert, Carlos Arroniz on drums, Javi Bueno on bass and Raúl Parra on lead guitar.
It’s a brilliant album from a band who take influences from the best bands of the late eighties and early nineties with Stefan Roberts vocals carry that Northern Soul grittiness of the Stone Roses and The Charlatans whilst there are also elements of American influences such as the Red Hot Chilli Peppers and REM.
In this album they have fused the best of the British garage and American indie-grunge scenes and the result is an incredibly nostalgic, yet fresh sound (gigslutz.co.uk, June 2015).
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"Blood" was the debut single, and if Kasabian indulged in a ballsy-more-bluesy riff driven template, it’s what they could sound like. Yes, I get the Black Keys comparisons, but this is far from being another lazy derivative. It has an explosive, Almerian edge (sonicbreakfast.com, January 2015).
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“Blood” is the punchy debut single. It’s a noise-rock track comprised of a catchy guitar riff, steady drum beat and minimal lyrics. The song will appeal to a wide audience with it’s memorable melody throughout and a strong guitar solo mid track. “Blood” is sure to hook fans who will anticipate their near future album release (toxiconline.co.uk, January 2015).
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‘Legend’ is your standard filthy rock song filled with bluesy licks and sleazy hooks bringing to mind Megadeth, Black Label Society, Ozzy Osbourne and at times a subtle hint of Oasis. Heavy, distorted guitars work together with punchy drums and a warm, resonating bass line to make a succinct, groove laden track that is infectious and catchy. The vocals crest high over the music, it’s a commanding presence and vocalist Stefan Roberts’ voice sounds eerily similar to Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine.
‘Legend’ is blatantly old-school but it displays a band who are very assured of their own sound and have mastered that very particular strain of rock and metal which they want to play. As made evident by their new track Parlement know exactly what they’re doing and what they’re doing is playing some cut loose and kick back rock n’ roll (roughonline.co.uk, March 2015).
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Spanish rockers, Parlement, are gradually drawing me away from my Damien Rice moon phase that has been active for the past couple days. Are you ready to hop on the R&R train to someplace cool? Good! For Parlement has been described as refreshing rock music similar to the likes of Queens Of The Stone Age, Archie Bronson and even The Black Keys. After listening to their new single – “Legend” – it’s easy to concede to the comparisons. Especially during the solo sections. Rock worth it! (guerillanights.com, April 2015)
Be Soul
Parlement Lyrics
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Wherever we may go
Find me and my love
Help me up above
With everything we know
The little love we show
We're standing for our goals
We're floating on our times
And reading through the signs
For heaven we will find
For glory wakes up high
With everything we know
The little love we show
We're standing for our goals
From heaven and with love
Hey you fucked up bro
This is where you'll go
This is what you'll know
This is how you'll show
You ain't got no goal
You are all alone
This is not your home
Hey you fucked up bro
This is where you'll go
This is what you'll know
This is how you'll show
You ain't got no goal
You are all alone
This is not your home
The lyrics to Parliament's song "Be Soul" speak to the importance of staying true to oneself and staying grounded in love and positivity. The first verse is an ode to the soul, urging it to always be present and connected to love, which can ultimately help lift us up. The second verse focuses on the idea of finding our purpose and standing up for our goals, which can lead to finding glory or success in life. The chorus repeats the importance of staying true to oneself and standing up for our goals, while the final verses serve as a warning against losing our way and ending up feeling lost and alone.
The song is a call to action to listeners to stay connected to their souls and stay true to themselves. It's a reminder that success and happiness come from within and that we must be true to ourselves in order to achieve our goals. The lyrics are delivered in a powerful and upbeat musical arrangement that encourages the listener to stay positive and stay focused on their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
My strangely beloved soul
The singer is addressing their soul, which they describe as both strange and beloved.
Wherever we may go
The singer is acknowledging that they and their soul are on a journey.
Find me and my love
The singer is asking their soul to help them find love.
Help me up above
The artist wants their soul to help them reach a higher level of existence.
With everything we know
The artist is discussing their combined knowledge with their soul.
The little love we show
The singer is acknowledging that they have not yet fully expressed their love.
We're standing for our goals
The singer and their soul are united in pursuit of their goals.
From heaven and with love
The artist believes their goals are divinely inspired and fueled by love.
We're floating on our times
The artist and their soul are moving through time together.
And reading through the signs
The artist and their soul are actively interpreting events.
For heaven we will find
The singer has faith that they and their soul will eventually reach heaven.
For glory wakes up high
The artist believes that glory is attainable and worth pursuing.
Hey you fucked up bro
The singer addresses someone who has made a mistake.
This is where you'll go
The singer is suggesting a negative outcome for the person they are addressing.
This is what you'll know
The singer is suggesting that the person they are addressing will learn from their mistake.
This is how you'll show
The artist is suggesting that the person they are addressing will carry the consequences of their mistake with them.
You ain't got no goal
The artist believes that the person they are addressing lacks direction.
You are all alone
The singer believes that the person they are addressing is isolated.
This is not your home
The singer is suggesting that the person they are addressing does not belong.
Contributed by Liam A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.