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)
Legend
Parlement Lyrics
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The horse and saddle and
Rides off by himself
By freedom moved to somewhere else
I, I am mine
Behind the wheel, stealing my own time
You came and called my name
All across the sands
Old friends make new plans
I, I am mine
Riding on the fortune that is time
I see you coming in
You know where I begin
Illusion of man
Everybody wins
I see you walking out
You know what it's about
Illusion is of man
Everybody's in
Everybody's in
So legend is the man
Construction time again
On a no man's land
Brick by brick
For all he can
I, I am mine
Behind the wheel and stealing my own time
I, I feel I'm
Riding on my fortune in time
I don't know, I don't care
I don't know, I don't care
I don't know, I don't care
I don't know, I don't care
The lyrics of Parlement's song Legend paint a picture of a strong, independent man who rides off into the sunset, seeking freedom and adventure outside of the societal norms. He represents the ultimate fantasy of the heroic figure, unbound by the constraints of ordinary life, and living by his own rules. The first verse of the song speaks about him with admiration as "Legend is the man, the horse, and saddle, and rides off by himself, by freedom moved to somewhere else."
On the other hand, the second verse talks about the songwriter's own personal journey, where he is "behind the wheel, stealing my own time," and struggling to make sense of his life. This is a stark contrast to the man described in the first verse who seems to have his life figured out. Despite the differences in their lifestyles, the two men collide in a moment of shared experience, as "You came and called my name, all across the sands, old friends make new plans."
The third verse of the song is somewhat enigmatic and appears to be about an illusion, with the lyrics "I see you coming in, you know where I begin, Illusion of man, everybody wins." It could be interpreted in various ways, but it suggests that the idea of the ideal man represented by Legend is an illusion, and everyone is winning by accepting this illusion. Overall, the song presents an interesting dichotomy between the idealistic perception of the perfect, free man and the reality of the everyday struggles of an average person.
Line by Line Meaning
Legend is the man
The person being referred to as a legend is a man.
The horse and saddle and
He has a horse and saddle which he uses for transportation.
Rides off by himself
He goes off alone without any companionship.
By freedom moved to somewhere else
He moves to different places out of his own free will and choice.
I, I am mine
The artist is in control of himself and his own life.
Behind the wheel, stealing my own time
The singer is in control of his own time and what he does with it.
On the edge that day
The singer was in a precarious and risky situation that day.
You came and called my name
Someone called out to the artist by name on that day.
All across the sands
This event occurred in a desert-like location.
Old friends make new plans
The artist's old friends have made new plans, possibly leaving the artist behind.
Riding on the fortune that is time
The singer is using time to his advantage.
I see you coming in
The artist sees someone coming towards him.
You know where I begin
This person knows where the singer's journey or story begins.
Illusion of man
The idea or concept of man may not be entirely true or accurate.
Everybody wins
Everyone succeeds or benefits in some way.
I see you walking out
The artist sees someone walking away from him.
You know what it's about
This person knows the full story or details of the situation.
Illusion is of man
The concept or idea of man may not be entirely true or accurate.
Everybody's in
Everyone is involved or included in some way.
Construction time again
It is time to build or construct something again.
On a no man's land
This construction is happening on land that belongs to no one.
Brick by brick
The construction is happening one brick at a time, slowly and methodically.
For all he can
The person doing the building is doing it with all his effort and ability.
I, I feel I'm
The artist is aware of his own emotions and feelings.
Riding on my fortune in time
The singer is using time to his advantage, and feels lucky.
I don't know, I don't care
The singer has no interest or concern in the subject being discussed.
I don't know, I don't care
The singer has no interest or concern in the subject being discussed.
I don't know, I don't care
The artist has no interest or concern in the subject being discussed.
I don't know, I don't care
The artist has no interest or concern in the subject being discussed.
Contributed by Adrian I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.