1) ROME is a Luxembourgish neofolk act founded in late 2005 as the main output for the songs of Jerome Reuter and was joined by co-producer Patrick Damiani as official member in early 2008. ROME signed to the Swedish label CMI in 2006 to release an EP titled "Berlin" (June 2006) and the albums "Nera" (November 2006), "Confessions d'un voleur d'ames" (April 2007), "Masse Mensch Material" (March 2008). In 2009 ROME got signed to the german label Trisol and released the EP "To Die Among Strangers" (May 2009) and the album "Flowers From Exile" (June 2009).
In their earlier work ROME mixes influences of Industrial and Neofolk with Experimental and Electronic Pop. The traditions of (French) Chanson and (American) Folk are becoming more and more influential in their current work. In 2009 violin player Nikos Mavridis officially joined the band to further contribute to the creation of their unique sound, which they themselves refer to as Chanson Noir. Nikos left the band in late 2010 to answer the army's call and Patrick found himself more and more tied up in the work for his own professional recording studio in Germany. ROME released the EP "L'assassin" in early 2010, shortly before going into hiatus, followed by the full length "Nos chants perdus". In 2011, Jerome, the project's only real flag-bearer, recorded and released the trilogy "Die Aesthetik Der Herrschaftsfreiheit" (Trisol) and has taken up touring again with his new band mates Patrick Kleinbauer, Eric Emmel and Tom Luciani. ROME's lyrics often deal with anarchism and are demanding freedom and equal rights for all people on earth.
Official Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/romeproject
2) Rome is a hip-hop mc and producer from Los Angeles, USA signed to Omar Cruz label BYI.
Released "Welcome to Rome" in 2008 and "My Demo" in June 16, 2009.
R.O.M.E.’s My Demo dropped June 16 via OnSmash and DJ Skee. Production from DJ Muggs, Cool & Dre, Tha Bizness and R.O.M.E. Myspace: http://myspace.com/rome
3) Rome was a smooth R&B singer, born Jerome Woods in Benton Harbor, MI, USA. Early on, he sang along with his mother's soul records (Marvin Gaye, Sam Cooke) as well as in the local church choir. He joined an R&B cover band named Fire & Ice while in high school, and traveled around the region performing in local clubs and talent contests as a solo act and with the band. Woods dropped out of Alabama's Oakwood University in 1989 to pursue his dream on the West Coast, and toured with Vesta as a backing vocalist as well as appearing in industry showcases and cable-access programs.
Finally, he connected with producers Gerald Baillergeau and Victor Merrit, who sent his demo to RCA Records. The label signed him immediately, and he began working on his debut album in mid-1996. The self-titled LP appeared in April 1997 and soon ascended to number 30 on the album charts, earning gold certification. Thank You followed two years later. Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/thebestofrome
4) Rome was a experimental dub-influenced band from Chicago, USA on Thrill Jockey that consists of Rik Shaw (Bass, Melodica), Elliot Dicks (Drums) and "Le Deuce" (Samples, Tapes). They have released one, self-titled album on Thrill Jockey records in 1996, consisting of seven songs culled from hours of improvisation, an EP with radically different mixes of two tracks not from the album, one of the tracks from the EP "Beware Soul Snatchers" appears in a further remix on the "Macro Dub Infection Volume 2" compilation.
5) Rome is the alter ego of Cape Verdian zouk singer John Monteiro.
6) Rome (full name Rome Ramirez) is a singer and guitarist who was chosen to become Sublime's new frontman on the basis that a fully-fledged reunion occurs. He has already fronted Sublime in "Yours Truly" their first album as "Sublime with Rome" in 2012 Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/romemusica http://www.last.fm/music/Sublime+with+Rome?ac=sublime%20wi
Reversion
Rome Lyrics
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we need a new man
there is nothing left but fear here
into the sea
into this life
contemplate
treading water
all is green
under the bell tower
under my skin
we have reached a new line
we have come to an end
now tell me this wasn't fun
niemand zwingt mich in die knie
each and every face is cut to match
so we all fall into sweet silence
this life's reversion
this summer's plague
don't you ever try to warm my mind
would you heed my words?
would you slay for me?
would it be of any value?
die welt und die wirklichkeit mssen fassbar sein, damit wir mit gutem gewissen klagen knnen ber die einfrmigkeit?
In Rome's song "Reversion," the artist is conveying a sense of restlessness and a desire for change. The opening lines "we toss and turn, we need a new man" indicate a dissatisfaction with the status quo and a desire for something different. The repetition of the phrase "into the sea, into this life" suggests a longing for escape and renewal.
There is a theme of fear that runs throughout the song, with the line "there is nothing left but fear here" underscoring a sense of unease and uncertainty. However, the artist also suggests that there is hope to be found in the sacredness and greenness of the world. The line "all is sacred, all is green" paints a picture of a natural world that is pure and untouched by the anxieties of human existence.
The final lines of the song, which are in German, translate to "No one forces me to my knees. The world and reality must be tangible so that we can complain with a clear conscience about the monotony." This can be interpreted as a call to action, a statement that the artist will not be swayed by external pressures and that the world needs to be changed in order to be truly fulfilling.
Some possible interpretations of "Reversion" are that it is a commentary on modern society, a call for environmental action, or a personal meditation on the need for change and renewal.
Line by Line Meaning
we toss and turn
We cannot find rest and are plagued with worry.
we need a new man
We crave change and someone to lead us out of our turmoil.
there is nothing left but fear here
We are consumed by fear and unable to see a way out of our current situation.
into the sea
We seek escape and a new beginning in the vast unknown.
into this life
We have been born into this world without our consent, forced to navigate its trials and tribulations.
contemplate
We reflect on our existence and the meaning of our struggles.
treading water
We are suspended in time, unable to progress or move forward.
all is sacred
Everything is deserving of reverence and respect.
all is green
Life and growth are ever-present, even in the face of adversity.
under the bell tower
We seek refuge in the familiarity and stability of tradition and community.
under my skin
Our emotions and experiences are deeply ingrained within us, shaping our identity.
we have reached a new line
We have come to a pivotal moment of change and must take action to move forward.
we have come to an end
We have reached the conclusion of a journey, but the future remains uncertain.
now tell me this wasn't fun
Despite the hardships we have faced, we still find joy in the moments of lightness and companionship along the way.
niemand zwingt mich in die knie
No one can force me to submit or break under pressure.
each and every face is cut to match
Society expects conformity, but we each have our own unique identity and struggles.
so we all fall into sweet silence
We resign ourselves to the silence and numbness that comes with conformity and apathy.
this life's reversion
Life is cyclical, with ups and downs, and we must learn to adapt to survive.
this summer's plague
Our current struggles are all-encompassing and inflict pain like a spreading disease.
don't you ever try to warm my mind
I am guarded and do not trust easily.
would you heed my words?
Will you listen to my struggles and show empathy?
would you slay for me?
Will you fight for me and support me through my difficulties?
would it be of any value?
Will your help make a difference, or will it all be for naught?
die welt und die wirklichkeit mssen fassbar sein, damit wir mit gutem gewissen klagen knnen ber die einfrmigkeit?
Do we need tangible evidence of the world and reality to justify our complaints and criticisms of the monotony of life?
Contributed by Bentley V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.