Revolution Renaissance was a power metal band … Read Full Bio ↴Finland (2008 – 2010)
Revolution Renaissance was a power metal band founded by guitarist Timo Tolkki after he left Stratovarius in 2008. The band released three studio albums before disbanding in 2010.
Last line-up:
Timo Tolkki - guitar (2008–2010)
Gus Monsanto - vocals (2008–2010)
Bruno Agra - drums (2008–2010)
Magnus Rosén - bass (2009–2010)
Bob Katsionis - Keyboards (2010)
The first record from the new band, aptly entitled "New Era", includes the vocal talents of Michael Kiske (ex HELLOWEEN), Tobias Sammet (EDGUY, AVANTASIA) and Pasi Rantanen (ex THUNDERSTONE) plus Mirka Rantanen on drums (Thunderstone), Pasi Heikkilä on bass (45 DEGREE WOMAN) and Joonas Puolakka on keyboards.
Tolkki originally composed all the songs included in this album for Stratovarius, but after the group broke up, he thought he needed to get these songs out and did not spend time looking for a permanent band line-up. Since then Tolkki has found 3 excellent soulmates with young and fresh energy and is already writing material for a new album.
In March 2009, the band released their second album Age of Aquarius with a permanent lineup.
In October 2009 Timo Tokki announced that both Justin Biggs and Mike Khalilov have left the band due to musical differences.
On November 1, 2009, Blabbermouth.net reported that Magnus Rosén (former bass player for HammerFall) joined Revolution Renaissance.
In an interview with the Finnish news website kp24 published on May 10, Timo Tolkki announced that Greek Firewind and Outloud keyboarder Bob Katsionis is the new keyboardplayer of the band and that they're currently mixing their third and final album, "Trinity", which will be released in fall.
On July 28, Tolkki announced the break-up of Revolution Renaissance. He commented by saying:
"Due to my private problems, the lack of interest in Revolution Renaissance, shows by the promoters, and the current situation in the music industry that affects to everything including the production budgets, it has become impossible to continue the band. We have tried to book shows in these last three years, but we haven't been able to do so. A rock band cannot exist without direct contact to its fans. Therefore I have no other choice but to make the decision to stop the band and its activities due to the above-mentioned reasons. The third and final album of the band will be released at the end of September. From the bottom of my heart I would like to thank all the fans of my music throughout the years. It's been a great journey."
The third Revolution Renaissance album, titled "Trinity", was released later in the year through Napalm Records.
Trinity
Revolution Renaissance Lyrics
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Though his ways are hard and steep
And when his wings enfold you yield to him
Though the sword hidden among his pinions may wound you
And when he speaks to you believe in him
Though his voice may shatter your dreams as the north wind
Lays waste the garden
And yet we can't find inner peace
We've grieved, we've cried
The grass springs from the perished seed
Long dark winter night
Begging for sun to shine
We've lost our sight, our souls, our dreams
How it's meant to be?
Will we ever find our way out of here?
You wake up every morning
And choose a new disguise
To find your piece of easy street
To find a better life
Day by day, you lose your hope
Day by day, you lie
Blaming all the ones you love
Leaving them behind
I know it's not easy when faith's running dry
Nowhere to cling on and nowhere to hide
I wish I had someone to show me
A way I could see life again through my lost inner child's eyes
But I'm so afraid...
Trinity, Trinity, purify me
Trinity, Trinity, heal my wounds
Trinity, Trinity, free my spirit
Trinity, Trinity, rescue me
Trinity, Trinity, change my life
Trinity, Trinity, save my soul
Long is the road
When you've walked on your own
Time's passed me by
I just know I've survived
Long is the road
When you've lost all you truly love
And when I shall die
Please cut me into little stars
To the blue shores I go
Back to where I once belonged
Make a new start
Leave my past all behind
Rise with the flame
That's been frozen insade
Shed the tears and reborn in light
Trinity, Trinity, purify me
Trinity, Trinity, heal my wounds
Trinity, Trinity, free my spirit
Trinity, Trinity, rescue me
Trinity, Trinity, change my life
Trinity, Trinity, save my soul
Trinity, Trinity, fall to rise
Wash away my fears
Revolution!
The first stanza of "Trinity" is an ode to love and the courage it takes to follow it. Love is often accompanied by difficulty and hardship, but one must still yield to it and believe in it, even if it means being wounded. It's also about trusting oneself and following one's intuition, even when it may lead to the destruction of long-held ideals or dreams. The second stanza speaks of the struggles of life and the pain that comes with loss and grief, and one's journey to find inner peace. The lyrics depict the constant search for a better life and the struggle to hold onto hope, while blaming those one loves for one's own shortcomings. However, the singer acknowledges that it's not easy and longs for someone to show them a way to see life through the eyes of their lost inner child.
In the chorus, the singer calls out to the Trinity, a Christian theological concept, consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, asking for purification, healing, and freedom of spirit. The Trinity is seen as a way to change one's life, save one's soul, and even bring a rebirth of sorts. The final stanza talks about the challenges of life and the importance of facing and letting go of the past in order to make a new start. In the end, the song promotes a message of hope and courage in the face of life's difficulties.
Line by Line Meaning
When love beckons to you, follow him
If you feel an intense desire to follow your passion, embrace it and pursue it
Though his ways are hard and steep
Although the journey to fulfillment may be challenging, it is worth pursuing
And when his wings enfold you yield to him
When you finally have what you desire, embrace it and let it become a part of you
Though the sword hidden among his pinions may wound you
Pursuing your passion can be dangerous and has consequences, but it's worth it
And when he speaks to you believe in him
Believe in yourself and your ability to achieve your desires
Though his voice may shatter your dreams as the north wind
Lays waste the garden
Don't let obstacles or setbacks discourage you, but rather take them as lessons and an opportunity to grow
Years have passed us by
And yet we can't find inner peace
We've grieved, we've cried
The grass springs from the perished seed
After many struggles and hardships, we still cannot find inner peace, but life keeps moving on
Long dark winter night
Begging for sun to shine
We've lost our sight, our souls, our dreams
How it's meant to be?
Will we ever find our way out of here?
Metaphorically in the midst of a dark, cold, and depressive environment, we are longing for hope, direction, and meaning
You wake up every morning
And choose a new disguise
To find your piece of easy street
To find a better life
We often deceive ourselves and others to find an easier and more comfortable life
Day by day, you lose your hope
Day by day, you lie
Blaming all the ones you love
Leaving them behind
As time passes, we lose our hope and sense of honesty, placing blame on others and pushing them away
I know it's not easy when faith's running dry
Nowhere to cling on and nowhere to hide
I wish I had someone to show me
A way I could see life again through my lost inner child's eyes
But I'm so afraid...
When we're feeling lost and hopeless, it's difficult to find faith, and we need guidance and the innocence of our childhood to find our way back
Trinity, Trinity, purify me
Trinity, Trinity, heal my wounds
Trinity, Trinity, free my spirit
Trinity, Trinity, rescue me
Trinity, Trinity, change my life
Trinity, Trinity, save my soul
Asking for spiritual guidance and healing on all levels of life in order to escape the troubles of the past and transform oneself
Long is the road
When you've walked on your own
Time's passed me by
I just know I've survived
There is a long journey when one has been alone, the time has elapsed - though they're still doing well
Long is the road
When you've lost all you truly love
And when I shall die
Please cut me into little stars
It can be a long, sorrowful journey after losing everything one loves, ultimately asking to be remembered as tiny fragments of light in the universe upon death
To the blue shores I go
Back to where I once belonged
Make a new start
Leave my past all behind
Returning to the past, to where the heart belongs, and starting anew by letting go of the past
Rise with the flame
That's been frozen insade
Shed the tears and reborn in light
Rekindling one's passionate flame that has been hidden inside, facing challenges and obstacles, crying but ultimately being reborn in a new light
Trinity, Trinity, fall to rise
Wash away my fears
Revolution!
Asking for spiritual enlightenment and revolution, cleansed from all fears
Contributed by Max G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Deathless Eye
one of the greatest guitar solos in the whole universe !! TIMO TOLKIIII
Lucas Illodo
I love this song...I really love it.
Alyssa Graves
I cannot emphasize how in love I am with this song <3
Exist-No-More
the most impressive guitar solo ever heard..
Nemo
1:20 - 1:35 the Drums are so awesome
volxxl
thanks for uploading these songs, mate. I like Timo a lot, too
Nelson Teodomiro
o solo de guitarra espelha tudo que o tolkki escreveu no livro dele, quem ler o livro e escutar o solo percebe o sentimento dele...
edubhs1
Onde tenho acesso ao livro dele Nelson?
1978cags
Muito bom um amigo que me apresentou o zé carlos D+
cmsaunli
Such a beast of a song.