Phase debuted in 2008 with their digital single Perdition under Microsoft’s “Playlist Seven” campaign for the release of Windows 7, which was followed by two full-length albums – In Consequence and the Wait. They got airplay on BBC6 by their prolific DJ Tom Robinson, while they’ve featured in Billboard, having #42 in the ‘Uncharted’ chart and as #12 in the ‘Fastest Rising Act’ chart. From all the safe territories in the world, Phase has performed in Syria, and are said to be the second international rock act, after the Gorillaz, ever to play there.
The band has shared stages with various artists some of which had some evident impact on their style like Jeff Martin (The Tea Party), Anneke van Giersbergen & Danny Cavanagh (Anathema & The Gathering), Sivert Høyem (madrugada), Antimater and many more. The band is stated by reviewers and critics to play within the genres of alternative rock, Psychedelic rock, progressive punk, post punk, goth rock, post-grunge, space rock, and electro rock. And as of today, they are on their songwriting retreat in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK aiming to the release of their upcoming works.
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Members:
Thanos Grigoriou (2003-2005; 2008-) - Spoken Poetry, A Variety of Stringed Instruments, Percussion
Damos Harharidis (2011-) - Bass, Synths
Vasilis Liapis (2011-) - Guitar, Piano
Marios Papakostas (2011-) Drums, Percussion
Live Musicians:
Thanos Kandylas (2010-) - Cello, Bouzouki, Percussion
Maria Athanasiadi (2010-) - Violin
Michalis Maroulis (2012-) - Drums and Percussion
Reprise
Phase Lyrics
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Like a wind lifted small grain
Though I can't wipe off the stain
I'm keeping up with the strain
Though the time seems won't reach me any more
Lady luck's not a whore
Even though I am washed to your shore
I'm climbing down once again
Crying this endless rain
I'm moving backwards the same lane
Tearing (apart) the veil of shame
Though it feels that I haven't moved on
That the ties are so strong
And it seems that my self is left forlorn
Bleeding by every pore
The lyrics of Phase's song Reprise are a poignant representation of a difficult journey one goes through while trying to overcome personal struggles. The use of metaphors like "falling high" and "climbing down" paint a vivid picture of emotional turmoil. The first verse describes the feeling of being caught in a loop, where despite trying to wipe off the stain of the past, one is unable to let go of the strain. The second line in the verse "Lady luck's not a whore" is a powerful statement about how one cannot rely on luck to get out of difficult situations.
The second verse expresses a sense of frustration and failure, where the persona cries in the endless rain, as if trapped in the same place. They feel that they are tearing apart the veil of shame, but unable to move on from the ties that bind them. The final line "bleeding by every pore" is a stark reminder of the pain and trauma that the persona is going through.
In summary, the lyrics of Reprise convey a sense of hopelessness, frustration, and despair that one goes through while trying to overcome personal struggles. The use of poetic language and metaphors effectively captures the emotions and mental state of the persona.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm falling high once again
I feel like I'm soaring again
Like a wind lifted small grain
Just like a gust lifts a grain of sand, I feel lifted up
Though I can't wipe off the stain
I can't seem to shake off the negativity
I'm keeping up with the strain
I'm trying to hold on despite the pressure
Though the time seems won't reach me any more
I feel like time is at a standstill
Lady luck's not a whore
I know that my luck isn't decided by chance alone
Even though I am washed to your shore
Even if things go wrong and I'm left stranded
Breathe me by every pore
I'll keep pushing through with every fiber of my being
I'm climbing down once again
I feel like I'm falling down again
Crying this endless rain
I'm hurting and the pain won't let up
I'm moving backwards the same lane
I feel like I'm stuck in a vicious cycle
Tearing (apart) the veil of shame
I'm trying to break free from the guilt and shame
Though it feels that I haven't moved on
I feel like I'm not making any progress
That the ties are so strong
I feel trapped by my circumstances
And it seems that my self is left forlorn
I feel lonely and lost in my struggles
Bleeding by every pore
I'm hurting and vulnerable, both physically and emotionally
Contributed by Kaitlyn W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.