From 1996 to 1997 the band composed new tracks and changed its style by adding Doom and Celtic/Folk parts to make a unique band sound even more unique. In 1997 the band went to the studio again and recorded a 5 tracks promo. In November '98 they signed with Northwind Records and released their first CD titled Evillot which was in stores in April of 1999 and distributed by Radiation/Nuclear Blast. The album was characterized by the excellent vocal performance of Michela D'Orlando, real heavy metal singer, and by epic, powerful and rock-hard melodies who she herself composed. The band goal with their debut CD was to cross the Italian borders and start making themselves known in the rest of the world, a goal which has been fully achieved!
In fact, in September of 1999 Power Symphony signed a world wide record deal with Pavement Music which lead to the recording of the follow up to Evillot, entitled Lightbringer. In Noveber 1999 the band recorded the album assisted by the production of Joey Vera (Armored Saint, Fates Warning, Engine). Again, Michela provided her best vocal performance ever! She has given the world her incredible, powerful and melodic vocals once more. The music on the CD shows a definite evolution of Power Symphony's unique mix of Power/Epic Metal, Doom, Celtic and Classical influences. Songs space from the pure Symphonic Metal of "The Way of the Sword" to the Celtic melodies of "Song of Men", to the Dark Power Metal heaviness of "Never Dream of Goodness".
The CD is available in stores since April 2000. Lightbringer had astonishing reviews (Album of the month in Metal Hammer Israel and Metal Shock Italy, cover on Flash Italy). In 2001 Power Symphony parted ways with Pavement Music and opened their own production label, Evillot Records. The first production was the EP "Futurepast" which will be in the stores in fall 2002. In October/November 2002 the band will be in studio with producer Brian Griffin (Malevolent Creation, SOiL...) to record their third full-length, tentatively titled "Mother Darkess".
Lucifer
Power Symphony Lyrics
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The matter and the flesh
Isn't it charming
Can't you see who I am
I am your angel
I am your angel
Of the dark
Time before the time
Life before it ever started
Then I was created
An angel to behold your shining light
Your ever shining light
I have seen the first sunrise
Bringing light into the world (countless worlds)
And the dark of thousand nights
Descending on the Earth (on this Earth)
Before I fell from grace
(Before I fell from Heaven denied)
Do you know me by my name (by my name)
Lucifer your angel (of sin)
You have made me who I am (who I am)
I am the light bringer (your dearest angel of sin)
Do you know me by my name
Lucifer that brings the light
I am matter and flesh
The matter and the flesh
(Shaped by your hands of god)
I think therefore I am
I think therefore I sin (matter and flesh)
I want power to create
And comprehend all things (with my mind)
All that there is to see (with these eyes)
Time before the time
Light before it ever shone on men
Lost forever
Into the abyss to rule in Hell
Do you remember loving me
(Do you remember desire)
Do you know me by my name (by my name)
Lucifer your angel (of sin)
You have made me who I am (who I am)
I am the light bringer (your dearest angel of sin)
Do you know me by my name
Lucifer that brings the light
Do you remember when I was but a thought
In your mind of god
Prime Evil in your thought
Beautiful as only I can be
I seduce the foolish mortal being (as is thy will of god)
My name until the end of time
Is Lucifer (your angel of sin) that brings the light
Isn't it tempting
Isn't it tempting
Isn't it tempting
I am matter and flesh
The matter and the flesh
(Shaped by your hands of god)
Time before the time (before temptation) (thematter and the flesh)
Light before the light (light before desire)
Light before the fall (from Heaven denied)
Light before the fall
The lyrics of Power Symphony's song "Lucifer" depict the fall of the angel Lucifer, who was created by God to behold the shining light. Lucifer was once a dearest angel of sin who was tempted by the matter and flesh. He fell from Heaven and was cast into Hell to rule in the abyss. The lyrics highlight Lucifer's desire for power and understanding of all things, which ultimately led to his downfall. He is portrayed as beautiful and tempting, seducing foolish mortal beings to sin. The lyrics end with questions about whether God still remembers loving Lucifer and knowing him by his name.
The song "Lucifer" is a representation of the classic battle of good vs evil, where the character of Lucifer is depicted as a tragic figure who wanted to be equal to God. The song reflects the concept of the devil being attractive and tempting towards humans, while also being a powerful and intelligent being. The lyrics encourage listeners to think about their own desires and choices and to remember the consequences of giving in to temptation.
Line by Line Meaning
Isn't it tempting
Are you not filled with desire?
The matter and the flesh
I am a physical being
Isn't it charming
Is this not seductive?
Can't you see who I am
Do you not recognize me?
I am your angel
I was created to serve you
I am your angel
I am yours to command
Of the dark
I am a being of shadow and night
Time before the time
Before existence
Life before it ever started
Before the beginning of all life
Then I was created
I was brought into being by you
An angel to behold your shining light
I was created to bask in your radiance
Your ever shining light
Your eternal brilliance
I have seen the first sunrise
I was witness to the dawn of creation
Bringing light into the world (countless worlds)
And the light spread throughout the universe
And the dark of thousand nights
The endless void of space
Descending on the Earth (on this Earth)
And the darkness enveloped all
Before I fell from grace
Before I was cast out of Heaven
(Before I fell from Heaven denied)
(Before I was rejected by God)
Do you know me by my name (by my name)
Do you recognize who I am?
Lucifer your angel (of sin)
I am the fallen one who serves you still
You have made me who I am (who I am)
You created me to be your servant
I am the light bringer (your dearest angel of sin)
I am the one who illuminates your path in darkness
Lucifer that brings the light
I am the bringer of light
I think therefore I am
My consciousness affirms my existence
I think therefore I sin (matter and flesh)
My nature is such that I am prone to temptation and wrong-doing
I want power to create
I crave the ability to make that which is new
And comprehend all things (with my mind)
And to understand all creation
All that there is to see (with these eyes)
To behold all that exists
Lost forever
Condemned to eternal punishment
Into the abyss to rule in Hell
Cast into the depths of hell to rule over the condemned
Do you remember loving me
Did you once hold affection for me?
(Do you remember desire)
(Did you once desire me?)
Do you know me by my name (by my name)
Do you recognize me for who I am?
Isn't it tempting
Are you not filled with desire?
I am matter and flesh
I am mortal flesh
The matter and the flesh
My corporeal form
(Shaped by your hands of god)
(Created by your divine touch)
Time before the time (before temptation) (thematter and the flesh)
Existence before temptation
Light before the light (light before desire)
Radiance before hunger for it
Light before the fall (from Heaven denied)
Illumination before damnation
Light before the fall
Brilliance before rebellion
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALAN PARSONS, ERIC WOOLFSON
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