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.
Trip To The Fair
Renaissance Lyrics
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When I arrived I found nobody there
It seemed I was all alone
Must be that they've all gone home
[Chorus]
A trip to the fair but nobody was there
A trip to the fair but nobody was there
Voices of yesterday make not a sound
Even the roundabout stopped going round
I wonder just what it means
Is everything how it seems?
[Chorus]
A creak as the dodgems came onto the scene
Wheels began turning I started to scream
A carousel swung around
My head spun and hit the ground
[Chorus]
I close my eyes to disguise the fear from inside
Trembling within my own mind I find no place to hide
Stars of tomorrow shine through the grey mist that has gone
I wish that this trip to the fair had never begun
Suddenly thousands of faces I see
Everyone seemed to be staring at me
Clowns laughed in the penny arcade
What was this game my mind played?
I took a trip down to look at the fair
When I arrived I found nobody there
It seemed I was all alone
Must be that they've all gone home
A trip to the fair but nobody was there, but nobody was there
A trip to the fair but nobody was there, but nobody was there
The lyrics of "Trip To The Fair" by Renaissance express the feeling of disorientation and confusion. The singer takes a trip to a fair, but finds that no one is there. The absence of people is accompanied by an eerie silence, and even the sound of the roundabout has stopped. The singer becomes increasingly unsure of what's happening, and as dodgems appear on the scene, the fear becomes more intense. The carousel swings around and the singer screams as their head spins and hits the ground. The fear is palpable, and the singer wishes that the trip to the fair had never begun.
As the song progresses, thousands of faces appear, and clowns laugh in the penny arcade. The singer becomes unsure what is real and what is part of their own mind playing tricks on them. The trip serves as an allegory for the fragility and uncertainty of the human mind, and the fear of losing control.
Overall, "Trip To The Fair" is a hauntingly beautiful song that conveys a sense of unease and helplessness. It explores the experience of being lost in a strange place, unsure of what's happening around you, and trying to make sense of it all.
Line by Line Meaning
I took a trip down to look at the fair
I went to visit the fair
When I arrived I found nobody there
When I arrived, the fair was empty
It seemed I was all alone
I felt like I was the only one there
Must be that they've all gone home
I assumed that everyone had left
[Chorus]
Repetition of the opening lines
Voices of yesterday make not a sound
There was complete silence, even the sounds from the past weren't present
Even the roundabout stopped going round
Even the carousel had stopped
I wonder just what it means
I was curious about what was happening
Is everything how it seems?
I questioned if what I perceived was real
[Chorus]
Repetition of the opening lines
A creak as the dodgems came onto the scene
I heard the sound of the bumper cars coming into view
Wheels began turning I started to scream
The bumper cars started to move and I got scared
A carousel swung around
The carousel started to spin
My head spun and hit the ground
I got dizzy and fell
[Chorus]
Repetition of the opening lines
I close my eyes to disguise the fear from inside
I closed my eyes to hide my fear
Trembling within my own mind I find no place to hide
I was anxious and couldn't find a way to calm myself
Stars of tomorrow shine through the grey mist that has gone
Hope for the future pierces through the darkness of my present situation
I wish that this trip to the fair had never begun
I regretted coming to the fair
Suddenly thousands of faces I see
I suddenly saw a large crowd of people
Everyone seemed to be staring at me
All eyes were on me
Clowns laughed in the penny arcade
Clowns at the penny arcade were laughing
What was this game my mind played?
I was confused about what was happening
[Chorus]
Repetition of the opening lines
A trip to the fair but nobody was there, but nobody was there
Reinforcement of the fact that there was no one at the fair
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICHAEL DUNFORD, BETTY THATCHER, JOHN TOUT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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@Iggy Strode
I call you a lucky person Iggy.the song is very capturing.she must've
gone out of her mind to find the
people missing at the fair.they
must have boarded a flying saucer
last time I heard this song was
46 years ago.very happy I found
this song and who played it.be cool
Iggy,wish you well
Ray Valencia
Love this song. I used to play it in my record store all the time. My customers probably got sick of it but I never did. Annie Haslam’s voice really got to me. Still does.
iggy strode
I named Annie my top female vocalist of all time on my radio show here in St Louis. She was kind enough to join me the next day. What a tremendous talent and lovely lady. She is even donating one of her paintings to a charity auction I am holding. They don't make music like this anymore. I'm so glad they are doing a few Midwestern dates this fall.
The 1101 Experiment
Excellent choice.
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@Iggy Strode
I call you a lucky person Iggy.the song is very capturing.she must've
gone out of her mind to find the
people missing at the fair.they
must have boarded a flying saucer
last time I heard this song was
46 years ago.very happy I found
this song and who played it.be cool
Iggy,wish you well
Michael Salisbury
rolling piece of music
Michael Salisbury
rolling piece of music
singinjohnny
Some of the most beautiful bass-playing I have ever heard is on this album. It's right up front. You could call it "lead bass" in similar fashion to "lead guitar". This song, in particular is a story in itself and the music plays such a big part in telling the story, especially when the thousands of faces appear. The jazz celesta solo is so unique as well. Annie's voice is so very beautiful as well as the beautiful harmony singing. A true classic.
Dan Grubbs
Chris Squire was a master at the lead bass.
Michele Brotman
I absolutely love the jazz section ❤
Ron LoLordo
In this period of stress caused by COVID and war, it's very relaxing to take a trip to the fair.