1. Philadelphia q… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one band with the name Rosetta.
1. Philadelphia quartet Rosetta push the boundaries between post-hardcore, sludge, post-metal, progressive rock, post-rock, ambient, and space rock, with influences as diverse as Neurosis, Isis, My Bloody Valentine, Frodus, and Stars of the Lid. The band somewhat humorously self-describes its music as "metal for astronauts", and its members are very interested in astronomy and space travel. Their first album (The Galilean Satellites, 2005) was an especially ambitious project: the goal was to record two discs of equal length (one a metal album, the other a noise/ambient/drone album), each of which could stand on its own, but played together would create a third, more intense experience. The technique fits well with the band's unique experiments in noise, sampling, feedback and power. The sheer amount of aural input means every listen becomes a new experience, allowing the listener to pick up on more and more layers within the sounds.
Their next album (Wake/Lift, 2007) was a bit more restrained, but for this reason, really allows the band's songwriting to solidify and proves them worthy of the "mainstream" of the avant-metal world.
The third full-length album, A Determinism of Morality, was released in May of 2010, and featured shorter, faster songs, with a bit more attention to technical playing and compositional structure.
The fourth full-length album saw a change in release strategy by the band. Released through its own bandcamp The Anaesthete was released as a 'pay what you wish' release on August 8th 2013. The band hoped that the money paid by the fans would allow them to invest in a vinyl run in the USA as a CD/Vinyl deal was in place for Europe ( Debemur Morti Productions) and Australia (Monolith). On August 15th the band posted a facebook update on its DIY 'experiment'.
The original and constant lineup:
Michael Armine - vocals, sound manipulation;
James Matthew Weed - guitar, violin;
David Grossman - bass guitar, vocals;
Bruce McMurtrie Jr. - drums.
Discography:
Demo - 2003/2004
The Galilean Satellites (2xCD) - 2005
Project Mercury (split w/ Balboa) - 2007
Wake/Lift - 2007
The Cleansing Undertones of Wake/Lift - 2007
Three Way Split w/ East of the Wall & Year of No Light - 2009
A Determinism of Morality - 2010
Restorations/Rosetta Split - 2010
The Anaesthete - 2013
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Revolve
Rosetta Lyrics
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Release
An energy
Scatter
Scatter ember
With your hands wide open
Renew the days we all thought lost
Let go
Release revolve renew
Renew
Hollowed hands become those
Those of the sand
I'll sing you a song of relief
Ye of no woes
A solar flare from afar
Transmission data encode
The song "Revolve" by Rosetta is a profound and emotional piece of music that is open to interpretation. The first verse of the song talks about letting go of negative energy and scattering it into the world. It seems to be a call to release oneself from the burden of hurt or pain and move forward in life. The repetition of the phrase "with your hands wide open" suggests that the act of letting go is both liberating and vulnerable.
The second verse talks about renewing the days that were once thought to be lost. It could be interpreted as a message of hope for a better future, despite past hardships. The lyrics "hollowed hands become those of the sand" suggest that the singer has become worn down by life's struggles, but this is juxtaposed with the uplifting phrase "I'll sing you a song of relief, ye of no woes". This phrase could either be a comfort for those who are struggling or a call to action for those who have not yet experienced hardships to take action for the betterment of others.
The final line "a solar flare from afar, transmission data encode" could be interpreted as a message from a far-off place, perhaps a metaphor for the greater universe, calling for the transmission of positive energy in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
With your hands wide open
Be receptive and accepting of the world around you
Release
Let go of your inhibitions and fears
An energy
A force that drives and motivates us
Scatter
Spread out and disperse
Scatter ember
Spread out small, fiery remnants
Renew the days we all thought lost
Bring back the positivity and hope we had lost
Renew the days
Revive the moments of joy and happiness
Let go
Release yourself from negativity and sadness
Release revolve renew
Free yourself, move forward, and refresh your spirit
Renew
Restart and rejuvenate
Hollowed hands become those
Hands that once held nothing become hands that shape the future
Those of the sand
Transform into something solid and meaningful, like sculpted sand
I'll sing you a song of relief
I'll offer you a message of hope and comfort
Ye of no woes
Those who have no troubles or worries
A solar flare from afar
A sudden burst of light and warmth from a distant source
Transmission data encode
Sending a message with the power to change and inspire
Contributed by Mila E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
milkman's wife
very special song. feels intimate to me. maybe once every year in a quiet moment I will randomly remember this song and listen to it. really one of the little things that keep me going.
EoattC
One of the best songs ever written!
ufowam
wow... I can't stop listening to it. It makes me so happy :)
Bobby Rubicine
This is incredible.
whiterabbit360
just saw them yesterday. absolutely amazing.
Om Theta
Hard not to love Rosetta meta lead singer!
Diegosaurus
I can't wait for the Album to drop, Another week or so but thanks for this great quality upload.
Jorge MY
👌
Jason Buttens
<3