1) A hardcore/punk band from Recklinghausen, Germany.
2) A metalcore/hardcore band from Hamilton, Ontario, formed after the break up of Dead and Divine.
3) A British heavy metal band from London.
4) A goth punk band started in 1979.
5) A black metal band from La Crescenta, California.
6) A power metal band from Cornwall, Ontario.
7) A progressive rock band from Sweden.
8) A power/thrash metal band from Cleveland, Ohio.
9) A death metal band from Caerphilly, South Wales.
10) A death metal band from Našice, Croatia.
11) An 80s doom/heavy metal band from Belgium.
12) An 80s thrash metal band from Londrina, Brazil.
13) A dark drone/noise/ambient project from Russia.
14) A thrash metal band from Wollongong, Australia.
15) A 90s hardcore/metalcore band from Elowood, New Jersey.
16) A death metal from Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas.
17) A heavy/power metal from Washington, US.
18) A post-thrash/groove metal from Norridge, Illinois.
19) A heavy metal from Livingston, New Jersey.
20) A death/thrash metal from Apple Valley, California.
21) A thrash/groove metal band from Argentina.
22) A heavy metal from Argentina.
23) A death/thrash metal band from São Paulo, Brazil.
24) A thrash metal band from Águas de Lindóia, Brazil.
25) A death metal band from Bogota, Colombia.
26) A death metal band from Pereira, Colombia.
27) A melodic black/death metal from Nový Jicín, Czech Republic.
28) A thrash metal/thrashcore band from Milan, Lombardy, Italy.
29) A brutal death metal band from Lima, Peru.
30) A thrash/death metal band from Kalisz, Poland (changed the name to Space Ritual but after a hiatus reformed as Ritual again).
31) A brutal death metal band from Kołobrzeg, Poland.
32) An old school death metal band from Caerphilly, South Wales, England.
33) A death/black metal band from Mérida, Venezuela.
34) An alternative rock/post-hardcore band from Austin, Texas.
1. Ritual is a Hardcore/Punk band from Recklinghausen, Germany. Ritual started out in 2005.
2. Ritual is a metalcore/hardcore band from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. The band is made up of ex-Dead and Divine frontman Matt Ryan Tobin (Vocals), Matthew Rigg (Bass), Aaron Le Tual (Guitar), Timothy Busa (Guitar), and Chris Cranston (Drums). Their debut self-titled album was released in 2015 on Bullet Tooth (Worldwide) and Distort / Fontana North (Canada).
3. Ritual is a British Heavy Metal band from London, England; formed in 1972. They are often mistakenly referred to as “Widow”, as the cover of their 1983 album “Widow” gave no indication of the band name.
4. Goth punk band Ritual started in 1979 and were one of the first goth punk bands but never got the same recognition as Sex Gang Children or Southern Death Cult. Prior to their first official 7", Ritual released a six track demo tape. They also recorded tracks for an LP called "Songs For A Dead King" but it was never released.
5. Ritual is a black metal band from Los Angeles, California; formed in 1994.
6. Ritual is a power/groove metal band from Cornwall, Ontario, Cananda.
7. Ritual is a Swedish progressive rock band.
Ritual was founded after Bröd failed.
8. Ritual is a Power/Thrash Metal band from Cleveland, Ohio, United States
9. Ritual is a Death Metal band from Caerphilly, South Wales, in the United Kingdom. Formed in 1988.
10. Ritual is a Death metal band from Našice, Croatia.
11. Ritual was a 80s heavy metal band from Belgium.
12. Ritual is a Russian 24 o clock first death radiostation.
13. Ritual is an metal band from Londrina, Brazil, best know for their song "Senhor das Trevas", formed in the 80's.
14. Ritual is a new school hardcore band from Elowood, NJ. They had released only one album with 3 songs on it in 1993.
Wingspread
Ritual Lyrics
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Put no question answer still unseen
Measure not the wingspread mentioned in this pact
So true movers so true shakers act
Conscious mastering teacher cheat no more with time crushed by silence takes you to her clime
Points of view forgotten opened to the world
You won't hear me if I open true the words
In the flux of everything
In this wingspread
Only for an instant heed the chant of life
On the rugged path still remoter strife
Starry recognition conveys the gentle will
Lichen voices spell your fortune still
So your attitude will be that of acceptance
In the flux of everything that happens
This heroic spirit learned the winding shores
Now when passive wide it's wingspread soars
In this wingspread
In the flux of everything
In this wingspread
The lyrics to Wingspread by Ritual are enigmatic and imbued with a sense of mysticism. The song appears to be about the experience of enlightenment or spiritual awakening, where an individual's perception of the world is altered, and they gain a deeper understanding of their place in the universe. The opening lines suggest a peaceful, natural setting, with "dawning nature looking in serene." The line, "Put no question answer still unseen," implies that there is a mystery or a secret that can only be intuited but not fully understood.
The next lines, "Measure not the wingspread mentioned in this pact, so true movers so true shakers act," suggest that the true measure of success or enlightenment cannot be quantified or measured in typical ways. Instead, true enlightenment leads one to take action in the world, to be a "mover" or "shaker." The following lines describe a journey toward this state of being, with a "conscious mastering teacher" guiding the way, and the need to "cheat no more with time," indicating a desire to be free from the constraints of material concerns.
The final lines of the song seem to summarize the experience of enlightenment, where "lichen voices spell your fortune still," suggesting that even in this state of mind, there is still an element of chance or unpredictability. The repeated refrain, "In this wingspread, in the flux of everything," emphasizes the sense of otherworldliness and transcendence that pervades the song.
Line by Line Meaning
There was dawning nature looking in serene
The calm and peaceful nature was slowly awakening around.
Put no question answer still unseen
Despite not knowing the answers, we must continue to move forward.
Measure not the wingspread mentioned in this pact
We should not limit ourselves by the promises we make or the expectations others set for us.
So true movers so true shakers act
Those who are truly capable take action and make things happen.
Conscious mastering teacher cheat no more with time crushed by silence takes you to her clime
If we become more self-aware, we can learn and grow without relying on outside interference.
Points of view forgotten opened to the world
It's important to let go of preconceived notions and be open to new perspectives.
You won't hear me if I open true the words
Sometimes our true thoughts and feelings are hidden, and others may not be able to hear or understand them.
Only for an instant heed the chant of life
We should take brief moments to appreciate the beauty of life and all it has to offer.
On the rugged path still remoter strife
Even when things get difficult, we should continue on our journey and not give up.
Starry recognition conveys the gentle will
The recognition of our hard work and efforts can help us stay motivated and committed to our goals.
Lichen voices spell your fortune still
Even the small and often overlooked things can hold great value and meaning.
So your attitude will be that of acceptance
We should aim to accept the things we cannot change and focus on what we can control.
In the flux of everything that happens
Everything in life is constantly changing and moving, and we must learn to adapt.
This heroic spirit learned the winding shores
Through perseverance and determination, we can overcome obstacles and reach our destination.
Now when passive wide it's wingspread soars
Even when we are not actively doing something, our potential and capabilities continue to grow and expand.
In this wingspread
Within the vast potential that lies within us.
In the flux of everything
In the midst of life's constant changes.
In this wingspread
Within the boundless opportunity that surrounds us.
Contributed by Joshua H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.