1) A Canadian rock band from… Read Full Bio ↴There are Six artists with name Prism :
1) A Canadian rock band from Vancouver, BC, Canada, first formed in 1974.
2) プリズム - A Japanese jazz-rock fusion band that formed in 1975.
3) An alias of Japanese techno artist Susumu Yokota. As Prism he made subtle and dreamy ambient techno.
4) A psytrance act signed to UK label Trick Music
5) An electronic music producer and DJ signed to Chefal's label Sub Freq
6) PRISM (프리즘) is a South Korean girl group that debuted on May 24, 2018 under LCH Entertainment. They debuted with the song “CHOK”.
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1) Canadian band:
The original composition of the band was a collection of session musicians brought together by Bruce Allen, manager of Loverboy. Drummer Jim Vallance and Bruce Fairbairn had a jazz rock band named Sunshyne. They incorporated Lindsey Mitchell and Ron Tabak, and switched names to "Under Construction" (also briefly "Stanley Screamer"). Then, when John Hall was brought in as keyboardist, the band's name became Prism. (See their official website at http://www.prism.ca/.)
After signing with GRT Records, they released their debut album with a lineup of Tabak, Mitchell, Lavin, Hall, Ab Bryant and Jim Vallance, who both produced, and played drums under the name of "Rodney Higgs." Vallance did not want to tour though, so left and was replaced by Rocket Norton.
In 1977, they released their self-titled album PRISM, and it had a hit with "Spaceship Superstar". The band subsequently issued See Forever Eyes (1978), after which Bryant left, and Allen Harlow was brought in as a new guitarist.
Armageddon (was released in 1979), featuring some compositional input from the then largely unknown Bryan Adams, and Young and Restless was released in 1980.
After the greatest hits album All the Best From Prism, Prism signed on with Capitol Records and after a few more lineup changes (Mitchell and Harlow went their separate ways, Tabak was fired due to "lifestyle" issues), and vocalist Henry Small was brought in), they released Small Change (1981). The lead single "Don't Let Him Know" became their first top 40 hit in America and the follow-up "Turn on Your Radar" also charted, becoming their fifth and final American hit.
In 1982, the band's touring line up was composed of Small, guitarist Paul Warren, bassist John Trivers, keyboardist Robyn Robbins, and Doug Maddick on drums.
The band broke up in 1982 but Beat Street followed in 1983 featuring Henry Small, Bill Champlin, Richie Zito, Mike Baird (drummer from Journey), and backup vocalists Bobby Kimball (Toto) and Alan Pasqua.
Plans for a Prism reunion with Tabak were cancelled when he died on 25 December 1984, one day after a brain hemorrhage he suffered from a cycling accident.
In 1988 they reformed for another greatest hits album called Over 60 Minutes with...Prism, and five years later another new album, Jericho (1993), with Darcy Deutsch as vocalist, Harlow, Mitchell, Norton, and keyboardist Andy Lorimer. Deutsche. Studio musicians included Bryan Adams, Paul Janz, Mark LaFrance, with Rick Springfield doing some of the songwriting.
The Canadian band has continued to tour, and released the album Big Black Sky in 2008.
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2) Prism (Japan) was formed in 1975 by Akira Wada, Ken Watanabe, Katsutoshi Morizono, Koki Ito and Toru Suzuki. Most of the musicians had little professional experience, aside from Morizono, who founded the progressive rock band Yonin Bayashi.
In 1976, the group were signed to Polydor Records, performed as an opening act for Eric Clapton, and toured nationwide. Prism have released a total of 28 albums since 1977. The band was signed to Universal Music Group in 2003, which re-released the band’s first four albums, and remained their record publisher.
As of July 2007, Prism is composed of Jiro Okada (bass guitar), Mansaku Kimura (drums) and Akira Wada (electric guitar) with Kenichiro Shinzawa (keyboards) as "support".
http://www.prismjapan.com/
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5) Electronic music producer/DJ:
David Hanson studied under Vance Gordan [Dicenso's Drum Shop/First Class Band] in Boston, MA specializing in Afro Cuban rhythms and the Moeller technique prior to venturing into music production.
Becoming more intrigued by the intricate likeness of all societies, cultures and religions, Prism was created with a deeper purpose, not only to showcase all of these influences but to convey an awareness that all things, no matter how different they may appear in physical form, are all the same.
In 2010 Prism was signed to Lovewave Music and released the single "Future Samba." Prism gained support from DJ/Label Owner DJ Chefal on England's Rinse.fm in 2012 showcasing his unique jazz influenced tunes forthcoming on Chef's own label Sub Freq. Prism continues to bring an unmatched approach to fusing electronic music and jazz without coming off trite or stagnant.
As a DJ Prism fuzes Dubstep, Drum & Bass, Jazz and House seamlessly and has played among many acclaimed dubstep artists such as Silkie, Heny G, Razor Rekta, Joe Nice, Kahn, Cessman, Distal, Moldy, O-Dessa, etc...
It's Over
Prism Lyrics
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Who you gonna turn to when you just can't carry on?
Who you gonna run to when it's over?
Maybe you'll believe me when I'm gone
Maybe if I leave you'll realize where we went wrong
You shouldn't be surprised to know
It's over
It's over
Maybe in a day you'll change your mind
Maybe if I stay we'll work it out if there's still time
Cause baby if I leave you now
It's over
It's over
It's over
Prism's song "It's Over" is a poignant and emotional track that explores themes of heartbreak, uncertainty, and the pain of letting go. The lyrics contemplate the aftermath of a failed relationship, as the singer asks their partner what they will do once they are gone, who they will turn to when they can't carry on, and who they will run to when it's all said and done. The song also explores the idea of leaving someone in the hopes that it will make them realize where things went wrong, and how it might be possible to work things out if there is still time.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of urgency and desperation, as the singer tries to convince their partner to see that the relationship is over and that it's time to move on. The repetition of the phrase "it's over" throughout the chorus emphasizes this sense of finality and closure, suggesting that there is no going back and that the decision has already been made. The lyrics are raw and honest, reflecting the pain of a relationship that has run its course and the difficulty of letting go of someone you once loved.
Line by Line Meaning
What you gonna do when I'm gone?
What plans or preparations have you made for when I am no longer here?
Who you gonna turn to when you just can't carry on?
Who will you seek assistance from when life becomes too difficult to manage?
Who you gonna run to when it's over?
Who will you seek comfort from when the relationship is finished?
Maybe you'll believe me when I'm gone
Perhaps only after I leave will you understand or accept the truth of our situation
Maybe if I leave you'll realize where we went wrong
Possibly, the ending of our relationship will make you recognize the faults that we had
You shouldn't be surprised to know
You shouldn't be shocked to learn the relationship is ending
It's over
The relationship has ended
Maybe in a day you'll change your mind
Perhaps, after some reflection, you will decide to reverse your decision
Maybe if I stay we'll work it out if there's still time
It may be possible to resolve the issues if we continue to work on them, as long as there is still time
Cause baby if I leave you now
Because, if I leave you at this moment
It's over
The relationship has ended
It's over
The relationship has ended
It's over
The relationship has ended
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CARMINE COPPOLA, CHRISTOPHER DAVIS, JERMAINE DUPRI, LA MARQUIS JEFFERSON, JOSEPH SIMMONS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Edward Bliss
The quality of Prism's songwriting is amazing, if not underrated. This band should be recognized as one of Canada's greatest bands
Elizabeth Miller
@Nancy Nash I believe you left out one of the main ingredients. Ahem.
Nancy Nash
Jim Vallance and Bruce Fairbairn are the reason this band sounds so amazing. Also the late legend Robbie King is obviously the arranger.. all the run-ups are his signature.. Claire Lawrence also hired Robbie for almost all his projects. Robbie was perhaps the greatest keyboard player I ever worked with.. sadly his vices didn't allow him to always 'be with the program'.
David Tait
Ron Tabak was one of the best frontmen / lead singers of all time. And Prism's harmonies are vastly underrated.
Skilled Jack
Great Canadian band... 70s were the best times ever.... a decade of hope for sure...
Trouble clef
I saw Prism in Victoria BC in the ‘70s. I can still see Ron today. I wish I could find information on when that show was and the set list. I remember some of the songs but not all. I was only around 15. If anyone has info I’d love it. Robs vocals here are fabulous. So sad that he died so young.
RIP 🌹
R
I still remember labor day 1979 concert at the Pacific Coliseum
Last day of summer . NEXT day it was back to Kits . Good times
Nancy Nash
OH OH I think it's Robbie King.. his style is very unique... truly well named.
ANDY BEAN DAVID
Robbie King (RIP) may have played as a guest but John Hall was the original keyboardist in Prism. Rodney Higgs aka Jim Vallance also played keys in the early days & is credited with writing/co writing a lot of their earlier songs.
ROBIN TIETZ
Hi Fred its Mr. Slate lol, this vocalist was and is a Canadian treasure he is Ron Tabak sadly he passed away in 1984 he was and is forever amazing. Cheers!