1. Pathos is a band located in Gothenburg, Sweden who knows how to mix their influences. Every kind of metal you could think of you will find in their music. No matter if its Thrash, Doom, Power, Progressive or Death or traditional Heavy Metal, in Pathos you'll find it. The name of Pathos came from an instrumental tune written by Lennart Specht in the early nineties. The song & the band was originally called Depict Pathos. The band wanted a name that could describe emotions in one way or another. This name seamed to fit the varying type of music that the band started to play in May 1995.
In the autumn 1995 Pathos recorded a five-track demo tape in a small studio in their home- town Trollhättan in Sweden. About the same time Stefan Carlsson, at that point singing with Neocori & Memento Mori, joined the band. In 96 the band came in touch with Liphone Metal when they were about to record their second demo tape. The songs made a big impression on Börje Lindqvist manager at Liphone Metal, who wanted to put the song Hoverface on a compilation album. Later the same year Pathos signed with Liphone Metal. The album "Hoverface" was recorded at Lirec studios in Uddevalla Sweden 1997. Later the same year Black Mark Productions signed the band and made a new front cover for the album and then they re-released it. The 23:d of March 1998 Pathos started the work with their second studio album that they called "Uni versus Universe" and by the time that the album was recorded Pathos decided to split with Black Mark. In September 1998 Pathos released the album through Liphone Metal in Sweden exclusively. In December 1999 Pathos played their last gigs with singer Stefan Carlsson who left the band (for personal reasons) early 2000 and Pathos spent 6 months searching for a new singer. When summer came Paul Schöning joined the band and Pathos started the work with a seven track "demo" that was recorded a weekend in August in Gothenburg. In 2001 Pathos signed a deal with RoastingHouse Productions in Malmö Sweden. In February 2002 Pathos together with producer Anders "Theo" Theander (Majestic, Pain of Salvation, Last Tribe, Midnight Sun etc), recorded and produced the album "Katharsis", and made it the bands greatest achievement so far. Great sound, good songs and an astonishing cover designed by Niklas Sundin The members from Pathos can also be found in various other project bands. Daniel Antonsson plays in a melodic death-metal band called Dimension Zero with members from In Flames amongst others, and in a Cosmic Doom Boogie band called Elecxsir, Thomas Antonsson & Esko Salow plays together in a Power/Speed-metal act called Nostradameus and a Swedish folk music band called Fejd, Lennart Specht plays in Fejd together with Esko and Thomas, Paul Schöning has a project called Power Plant, and some singer/songwriter projects.
2. Pathos from Tucson was led by James Martin of Malignus Youth. They recorded three albums, released two of them, and broke up.
3. NH Pathos includes two Rob's and one Bob.
4. Pathos from Spokane released a couple demos and full-length "Perdition Splits the Skies" on Intolerant Messiah. They played a mix of virtuosic technical black metal and unrelenting deathgrind. For fans of Mitochondrion, Deathspell Omega, etc. "Pathos was an extreme underground metal outfit based in the Northwestern US. We play over the top technical music that incorporates elements of death metal, black metal, grind, speed metal, classical, and flamenco as well as various other styles. Dealing primarily with dystopic and misanthropic themes pertaining to life in this modern world of shit. Ultra-technical, blackened death-grind!"
5. Pathos is a five piece screamo band from Singapore and they sure have stories to tell. (http://www.facebook.com/pey.thos)
Vocals - Mas Zamir; Drums - Nasri Nass; Bass - Fhamy Shah; Guitars - Wei Xiang; Guitars - Syed Hafizo
Inner Ego
Pathos Lyrics
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Forever, trapped in this endless game...
What you see is what you get
So take your chance, fulfil yourself
What you want you'll have to catch
Be a winner outcast the rest
But don't dig your own hole...
Listen to the - lust is screaming
Listen to the - heat is rising
Listen to the - greed is calling
Listen to the - inner ego...
Forever, trapped in this endless circle
Forever, attached to this ball and chain...
Inside your chamber, inside yourself
Deep down in sleep a need unfilled
Let indolence take its place
Obey your thirst just take your turn
But don't dig your own hole...
I'm not the kind of person, that makes the world go 'round
I'm just looking for some pleasure; I need to rest my worried mind
Anxiety is my mother and my father is the lies
There's nothing unusual, we're millions by now...
Listen to the inner ego...
The lyrics to the Pathos song "Inner Ego" examine the complex nature of the human psyche and the struggle we all face in trying to find fulfillment and happiness. The repetition of the phrase "forever, trapped" creates a sense of hopelessness and despair, highlighting the difficulty of breaking out of the endless cycle of desire and need. The chorus encourages the listener to listen to their inner voice, which is often driven by lust, heat, greed, and ego. The verses add depth to this idea by exploring the universal desire for pleasure and the constant battle between laziness and ambition.
The lyric "What you see is what you get, so take your chance, fulfill yourself" is an example of the song's message that we are responsible for our own happiness and fulfillment. However, the warning not to "dig your own hole" is a reminder that there are consequences to our actions and that our pursuit of pleasure should not come at the expense of others or our own well-being.
Overall, "Inner Ego" is a thought-provoking examination of the human condition and the challenge we all face in finding balance and satisfaction in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Forever, trapped in this inner maze
Stuck in a complicated psychological state, unable to escape
Forever, trapped in this endless game...
Trapped in an unending cycle of behavior and patterns
What you see is what you get
External appearances reveal the truth about one's character or nature
So take your chance, fulfil yourself
Seize the opportunity to realize your desires and ambitions
What you want you'll have to catch
Success requires effort, determination, and the willingness to take risks
Be a winner outcast the rest
Achieving success often requires distancing oneself from others and rejecting conformity
But don't dig your own hole...
Avoid self-destructive behavior or making bad decisions that lead to negative consequences
Listen to the - lust is screaming
The overpowering desire for pleasure or satisfaction is clamoring for attention
Listen to the - heat is rising
Emotions are intensifying, becoming overwhelming and difficult to control
Listen to the - greed is calling
The insatiable desire for wealth, power, or possessions is beckoning one to pursue it at any cost
Listen to the - inner ego...
Paying attention to one's own desires and impulses, which may be contrary to societal expectations or norms
Forever, trapped in this endless circle
Stuck in a repetitive and monotonic existence, never able to break free
Forever, attached to this ball and chain...
Feeling weighed down and restricted by the burdens and obligations of life
Inside your chamber, inside yourself
Concealed within one's mind or psyche, inaccessible to the outside world
Deep down in sleep a need unfilled
A deeply rooted desire or longing that remains unfulfilled, perhaps even unknown to oneself
Let indolence take its place
Embracing laziness or inactivity as a way of avoiding responsibility or effort
Obey your thirst just take your turn
Following one's own impulses and desires, even if it means taking from others or disregarding social norms
But don't dig your own hole...
Avoid self-destructive behavior or making bad decisions that lead to negative consequences
I'm not the kind of person, that makes the world go 'round
I am not a significant or influential figure, just an individual trying to live my life the way I see fit
I'm just looking for some pleasure; I need to rest my worried mind
I am seeking enjoyment or satisfaction as a means of relieving my feelings of anxiety or stress
Anxiety is my mother and my father is the lies
Feelings of worry, fear, or unease are deeply ingrained in my psyche and have been reinforced by falsehoods and misperceptions
There's nothing unusual, we're millions by now...
My struggles and desires are not unique, but shared by many others in the world
Listen to the inner ego...
Pay attention to one's own desires and impulses, regardless of external pressures or expectations
Contributed by Lila S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jointh3pack
this nevermore era brought some good stuff around the web!
pandotterito
Great defunct Swedish band, fantastic album.