1) A Britis… Read Full Bio ↴There are 7 artists/bands under the name of Renaissance:
1) A British progressive rock band - The first incarnation of Renaissance came out of the ashes of The Yardbirds in early 1968 when drummer Jim McCarty and guitarist/vocalist Keith Relf formed an acoustic based band. They added keyboardist John Hawken, bassist Louis Cennamo and vocalist Jane Relf (Keith's sister). This band released two albums (Renaissance (1969) and Illusion (1971)) before breaking up. Some of the members reformed as Illusion.
McCarty then reformed the band with singer Binky Cullom, bassist Jon Camp, keyboardist John Tout, drummer Terence Sullivan, and guitarist/composer Michael Dunford. Cullom was promptly replaced by Annie Haslam, then McCarty himself left soon after, but this group went on to become the "classic" lineup of Renaissance. They recorded a string of successful albums starting with the LP Prologue (1972). Throughout numerous personnel changes in the 70s, Haslam, Dunford and Camp remained the core of the band.
Their particular brand of mixing classical and classically-inspired music with melodic rock is arguably one of the most successful attempts at this sort of fusion. In the 80s, the band saw their popularity wane with a turn to shorter song forms dominated by synthesizers. After breaking up in the mid-80s, various combinations have reformed for concerts and recordings.
2) A Mexican rock band ( Mexican Renaissance)
3) A Japanese band. (Japanese Rеnaissance)
4) A Serbian medieval/renaissance assemble
5) Renaissance - The band was originally formed back in November 1991 by Chriss Ons (guitar) who decided to leave the band he was in at the time, Chronic Death. His band mates Dirk Vollon (bass) and Jürgen De Wispelare (drums) joined the new project, followed by Domingo Smets (guitar). The idea was to musically break out of restraining thrash/death metal sound and to incorporate more harmonic content & epic song structure into the songwriting, something which seemed impossible if staying in Chronic Death. The band set out to rehearse and by early '92 had some song ideas together, most of which would wind up on the bands debut demo Archway later that year. By late '92 The band got offered a split 7" EP (with the band Ancient Rites) on a small Belgian label, After Dark Records, and used the demo track "Windows" for that release. Meanwhile the band had also been brought to the attention of Hans de Wyngaert of the new label Shiver Records. A deal to release the 13 minute epic track "Tired Blood / Vaudeville" (split over 2 sides) on a 7" single was signed in early '93. Both EP's sold really well, yet while keeping on searching to find new band members, it was mainly Chriss who, assisted by Dirk, would continue writing new material using a small 4 track recorder. Despite the fact that it looked like the trio Chriss/Dirk/Santiago had become a studio project until other musicians were found, Shiver records offered them a CD deal. During the summer of '93, about a year after the bands first demo; Chriss and Dirk recorded a 40-minute piece called "The Death Of Art". The initial idea was to make a concept album and to focus on just the music, and add vocals later. A friend of the band, Canadian writer and philosophy student John Hymers, was asked to write a poem entitled "The Death Of Art", which would serve as working material for vocalist Santiago. After the final vocal tracks had been recorded, Chriss finished the project by himself due to a lack of input and interest from Dirk. The album finally saw release on Shiver Records in February 1994. The first pressing of the CD sold out in a matter of months, and the album has been repressed and licensed since (including a Polish issue in cassette format). Chriss took a break from writing and recording for about a year, only to start doing so again by mid '95, with Dirk Vollon sporadically collaborating. For the time being, the project name was also changed to Rinascimento, to avoid confusion with the other Renaissance, a band that released material mainly during the 70's. Tons of stuff was recorded over the following years, but, reluctant to release another record without the ability to perform any of it live, most of this demo material was shelved or not entirely completed - Chriss didn't really feel the "need" to make the music commercially available on a label so in 1998, a double CDR set aptly titled "Rinascimento - demos 1995-1998" was distributed among just a few friends of the band. Due to other interests and activities, the whole project was laid to rest by late 1998 ... (from the official website - http://renaissance_online.tripod.com/biography.html )
6) Renaissance - an Acapella Christian Quartet - In 1985 a new birth of music took place in Los Angeles, California that would change the landscape of acappella gospel music forever.
The quartet is comprised of soprano and first tenor Sharon Harris, first and second tenor George Pendergrass, baritone Adam Thompson, and first and second tenor Ronald Walker. All four are noted alumni of Southwestern Christian College in Terrell, Texas.
Every member of the group is also a distinguished lead singer in a league all their own. In addition to the Renaissance project, members of the group have also left an indubitable imprint on the world of Christian music. Not only has he released several solo albums, Ronald Walker has deposited a treasury of well-known songs particularly among church groups, sadly many of which still go without his credit today. Sharon Harris has lent her angelic voice to several projects including Los Angeles' own Southside Church of Christ Choir, Reflections, enjoyed a brief stint with Straight Company, and was a featured vocalist on "Acappella Gospel," produced by George Pendergrass and Keith Lancaster. Adam Thompson has provided "the bottom" on Ron Walker's projects, is a worship leader in Reseda, California, in addition to pursuing an acting career in Hollywood. Probably the most notable member of Renaissance to date is George Pendergrass who is known to people everywhere as the lead singer of the internationally known group, Acappella. His powerful voice is immediately recognizable and needs no introduction in most circles of the music industry. Featured on over 15 albums on the Acappella Music Group, George has also performed with U2, Michael W. Smith, on a Disney soundtrack and with a host of other well-known recording artists.
7) An all-female accapella group from the University of Maine, Orono.
Can You Understand?
Renaissance Lyrics
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Frozen in the clouds
Dream away the last of pain
In waterfalls of sounds
Float across the icy pools
Leaves with curl and sway
Now your mind is floating cool
Can you understand you can really understand
When the darkness comes you still shine
Open up your eyes and make the day shine sunshine now
Open up your dreams and and make the way shine sunshine now
Can you understand you understand
Can you understand you understand
Open up your life and make your lifetime sunshine now
Open up your soul and make your lifeline sunshine now
Can you understand you understand
Can you understand you understand
Dancing without moving now
Growing with your soul
One with all around you now
Related to the all
Purple mist around your hair
Eyes are fading blue
Smiling into everywhere
Love is coming through
The lyrics of Renaissance's song "Can You Understand" explore the theme of finding inner peace and understanding even in the midst of darkness and pain. The opening lines, "Dollars down the penny drain / Frozen in the clouds" suggest a feeling of being lost and helpless. However, the following lines, "Dream away the last of pain / In waterfalls of sounds" suggest that the singer has found solace in music and is able to escape from their troubles.
The chorus, "Can you understand you can really understand / When the darkness comes you still shine / Open up your eyes and make the day shine sunshine now / Open up your dreams and make the way shine sunshine now" encourages the listener to embrace their inner light and find joy even in difficult times. The lines "Open up your life and make your lifetime sunshine now / Open up your soul and make your lifeline sunshine now" suggest that this inner peace can lead to a fulfilling and meaningful life.
The final verse, "Purple mist around your hair / Eyes are fading blue / Smiling into everywhere / Love is coming through" further emphasizes the idea of finding love and contentment within oneself. The use of colors and nature imagery throughout the song reinforces a sense of harmony and connectedness to the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Dollars down the penny drain
Money is being wasted slowly but surely
Frozen in the clouds
Feeling stuck and unable to move forward
Dream away the last of pain
Escape from the memories of past hurt and suffering
In waterfalls of sounds
Immerse oneself in the beautiful sounds all around
Float across the icy pools
Navigate through difficult and treacherous situations with ease
Leaves with curl and sway
Nature is serene and calming
Now your mind is floating cool
Feeling relaxed and at peace
And you can find the way
Having a clearer understanding of how to proceed
Can you understand you can really understand
Questioning if one truly comprehends the meaning and message
When the darkness comes you still shine
Continuing to radiate light and positivity even when faced with challenges
Open up your eyes and make the day shine sunshine now
Encouragement to appreciate the beauty of the world around us and make the most of each day
Open up your dreams and and make the way shine sunshine now
Follow your aspirations and make them a reality
Open up your life and make your lifetime sunshine now
Embrace life with open arms and live it to the fullest
Open up your soul and make your lifeline sunshine now
Be true to oneself and find happiness within
Dancing without moving now
Feeling free and content without the need for physical movement
Growing with your soul
Developing and evolving as a person on a deeper level
One with all around you now
Feeling a deep connection with the world and all creatures
Purple mist around your hair
An image of mysticism and enchantment
Eyes are fading blue
A sense of surrender and peace within oneself
Smiling into everywhere
Happiness and positivity radiate from within
Love is coming through
Feeling a deep and profound sense of love and compassion for all
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MICHAEL DUNFORD, BETTY THATCHER
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RENAISSANCE
Can You Understand Lyrics
Dollars down the penny drain
Frozen in the clouds
Dream away the last of pain
In waterfalls of sounds
Float across the icy pools
Leaves with curl and sway
Now our mind is floating cool
And you can find the way
Dancing without moving now
Growing with your soul
One with all around you now
Related to the all
Purple mist around your hair
Eyes are fading blue
Smiling into everywhere
Love is coming through
Chorus:
Can you understand you can really understand
When the darkness comese you still shine
Open up your eyes and make the day shine sunshine now
Open up your dreams and make the way shin sunshine now
Can you understand you understand
Can you understand you understand
Open up your life and make your lifetime sunshine now
Open up your soul and make your lifeline sunshine now
Can you understand you understand?
Can you understand you understand?
Douglas Roussey
[Verse 1]
Dollars down the penny drain
Frozen in the clouds
Dream away the last of pain
In waterfalls of sounds
[Pre Chorus]
Can you understand
You can really understand
When the darkness comes you still shine
[Chorus]
Open up your eyes and make the day shine sunshine now
Open up your dreams and make the way shine sunshine now
Can you understand, do you understand?
Can you understand, do you understand?
Open up your life and make your lifetime sunshine now
Open up your soul and make your lifeline sunshine now
Can you understand, do you understand?
Can you understand, do you understand?
[Verse 2]
Float across the icy pools
Leaves with curl and sway
Now your mind is floating cool
And you can find the way
[Verse 3]
Dancing without moving now
Growing with your soul
One with all around you now
Related to the all
[Verse 4]
Purple mist around your hair
Eyes are fading blue
Smiling into everywhere
Love is coming through
Ana Aiache
Dollars down the penny drain
Frozen in the clouds
Dream away the last of pain
In waterfalls of sounds
Float across the icy pools
Leaves with curl and sway
Now your mind is floating cool
And you can find the way
Can you understand you can really understand
When the darkness comes you still shine
Open up your eyes and make the day shine sunshine now
Open up your dreams and and make the way shine sunshine now
Can you understand you understand
Can you understand you understand
Open up your life and make your lifetime sunshine now
Open up your soul and make your lifeline sunshine now
Can you understand you understand
Can you understand you understand
Dancing without moving now
Growing with your soul
One with all around you now
Related to the all
Purple mist around your hair
Eyes are fading blue
Smiling into everywhere
Love is coming through
David Bailey
Almost 50 years old,listened to classic rock,progressive rock,and other genres of rock. Never heard of this band until now. Freaking amazing stuff. Never too old to personally discover great music.
Jeanie E.
Never too late. Always loved them. Saw them once. Many moons ago. Out of this world. Ok so i have cassettes. Ha. Yup. Now looking for a cd .✌
claude boulanger
me too! yes sir!
claude boulanger
yes!
brianjnolan422
They are amazing. I've been listening to them since I was in College (too long ago!). But they were formed in the breakup of the Yardbirds -- like Led Zeppelin!
brianjnolan422
I believe it was Jim McCarty and Keith Relf who were Yardbirds before this band. Other Yardbirds, such as Jimmy Page, formed Led Zeppelin
Dennis Jones
Annie's voice not only is Angelic but filled with power when needed. A great song from an under appreciated band.
Steve H
you need to hear her sing Mother Russia ... just saying ... Cheers
Thomas Harper
Crazy how I can understand what she's saying!😂
gardensofthegods
Annie Haslam.. just an incredible angel ..I actually met her at a wake for a friend who died when he was only 32 ..he was her biggest fan and she knew it and and she actually showed up to pay her respects .What a decent wonderful lady.