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".
The Way of the Sword
Power Symphony Lyrics
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For she who steps on the way of the sword
The path gets harder at every turn
Sanctuary she'll find no more
Among the people of her lot
She will leave the past behind
The Goddess knows what she is to find
Past is left behind
For the one on the way of the sword
Fools are meant to fall
They'll get lost along the way
Past is left behind
For the one on the way of the sword
Fools are meant to fall
I am she who's on the way of the sword
For she who knows not the way she must walk
Life is sweet but with little reward
She who wields a sword
Must be prepared to shed her blood
Pain she must endure
And know too well that she must be strong
Past is left behind
For the one on the way of the sword
Fools are meant to fall
They'll get lost along the way
Past is left behind
For the one on the way of the sword
Fools are meant to fall
I am she who's on the way of the sword
So many farewells
Many tears you must shed before your journey ends
Ot it's only just begun
For a glory wish there is much to sacrifice
So many farewells
Many tears you must shed before your journey ends
Ot it's only just begun
For a glory wish there is much to sacrifice
Past is left behind
For the one on the way of the sword
Fools are meant to fall
They'll get lost along the way
Past is left behind
For the one on the way of the sword
Fools are meant to fall
I am she who's on the way of the sword
The lyrics to Power Symphony's song The Way of the Sword tell the story of a woman who has chosen to follow the path of the sword. The journey is not an easy one, as the path gets harder at every turn and she cannot find sanctuary among her own people. It requires leaving the past behind and being willing to endure pain, shed blood, and be strong. The chorus repeats the phrase "past is left behind, for the one on the way of the sword, fools are meant to fall, they'll get lost along the way, I am she who's on the way of the sword," which emphasizes the importance of focusing on the present and future rather than dwelling on the past.
The verses highlight the sacrifice that comes with this path, including many farewells and tears shed before the journey ends. However, the reward is also great, as there is much glory to be achieved. The final verse emphasizes that the journey has only just begun and that there is much left to sacrifice.
Overall, the lyrics to The Way of the Sword encourage embracing challenge and discomfort in the pursuit of glory, rather than seeking comfort and safety in the status quo.
Line by Line Meaning
For she who steps on the way of the sword
The person who chooses to follow the path of the sword
The path gets harder at every turn
The journey becomes more challenging as one advances
Sanctuary she'll find no more
There is no safe haven for the one who chooses the way of the sword
Among the people of her lot
Others who have chosen to walk the way of the sword may be the only ones who can understand
She will leave the past behind
To move forward on this path, one must forget what came before
The Goddess knows what she is to find
What awaits on this path is unknown, even to the person walking it
For she who knows not the way she must walk
It is difficult for someone who doesn't know the path they must take
Life is sweet but with little reward
Without a clear goal or purpose, life can feel unfulfilling
She who wields a sword
The one who takes up the weapon
Must be prepared to shed her blood
There will be real physical danger on this path
Pain she must endure
Physical pain is to be expected
And know too well that she must be strong
One needs to be mentally and emotionally strong to continue on this path
So many farewells
Many people, relationships, or attachments may need to be left behind
Many tears you must shed before your journey ends
The path will be emotionally draining
Or it's only just begun
This could either be the start of a long journey or the end of one
For a glory wish there is much to sacrifice
To achieve greatness, one must give up a lot
Fools are meant to fall
Only those with strength and skill will survive on this path
They'll get lost along the way
It's likely that not everyone will succeed in reaching their destination
Past is left behind
To move forward, one must not dwell on what has already happened
I am she who's on the way of the sword
The artist is walking the path of the sword
Contributed by Scarlett L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Brian Anderson
This was the first power metal song I liked.
ydcreed
Fantastic.
Ivan Iodice
Madonna che ricordi nel 2000
Jacobite wiseman
Finally a metal woman who's not too skinny. She could defend the nest.
Camrin Goodman
She could definitely defend the nest. 🗡
Alby Celle
Wow
Alby Celle
Gloria italica
mike petersen
Dude how many knockoffs have been spawned in like the last 20 years?
GaTo SaMuRai
October 2020 here