Saga is
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Saga is
1) A progressive rock quintet, formed in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. Bassist-keyboardist Jim Crichton and Welsh-born vocalist Michael Sadler have been the principal songwriters for Saga. Originally known as The Pockets, Saga formed in 1977 from the nucleus of Canadian rock band Fludd. In June 1978, they released their self-titled debut album. Their 1979 follow-up album Images at Twilight gave them their first charting single in Canada with the song "It's Time" peaking at #84 in the Canadian Charts. Saga's next album, Silent Knight was released in 1980 and in 1981, the band's 4th album Worlds Apart was released. Following on the success of Worlds Apart, the band won the 1982 Juno Award for "Most Promising Group of the Year.
A 5th album Heads or Tales was released in late 1983 and became another success. Their 6th album Behaviour was released in 1985, and included the singles: "Listen to Your Heart" and "What Do I Know" (#57 Canada). In 1986, Steve Negus and Jim Gilmour left the band over management concerns. Saga continued to record and tour, with Michael Sadler and the Crichton brothers augmented by session musicians. Their 1987 release Wildest Dreams enjoyed better distribution under new label, Atlantic Records, but it failed to match expectations in America. For 1989's The Beginner's Guide to Throwing Shapes, Saga refocused on their earlier European popularity which marked a return to their earlier progressive style.
In 1993, Steve Negus and Jim Gilmour returned to Saga. The band's next album, The Security of Illusion, was well received by Saga fans in Canada and Europe. The 1994 followup, Steel Umbrellas, was considered uneven when compared to their previous release, perhaps due the material originally being produced for the short-lived television series Cobra. In 1995, Jim Crichton composed and produced the majority of Saga's next album, the conceptual Generation 13. Saga's next release, Pleasure and the Pain was released on the eve of their 26th anniversary tour in 1997. The album failed to maintain the interest created by the previous release. On the same anniversary tour the album Phase 1 was released. Their 1998 tour was captured on the next album, Detours, a double-live album released worldwide.
Saga's next three albums, 1999's Full Circle, 2001's House of Cards and Marathon released in 2003 have been all been popular with the band's longtime and loyal fanbase. House of Cards, in particular enjoyed renewed interest. Saga released a new studio album, Network, in the fall of 2004. Their next album, Trust, was released in 2006, featuring Brian Doerner as their new drummer.
Despite the band's fluctuating musical styles and limited commercial success, their fans have remained extremely loyal over the decades. Their musical style was defined by Ian Crichton's staccato guitar riffs, often in harmony with a synthesizer, and complex keyboard arrangements, frequently featuring three players.
The band's multi-song cycle "The Chapters" spanned their first four albums and were continued on later releases beginning in 1999. Songs from the cycle have been performed in concert throughout their career.
On January 16, 2007, it was announced by InsideOut, the band's current record label, that lead singer Michael Sadler would be leaving Saga for personal reasons at the end of 2007. "10,000 Days" was released on November 6, 2007 in conjunction with their planned European tour. As of 15 April 2008, Saga announced that Rob Moratti of Toronto, former singer of Final Frontier, has become their new lead vocalist. In 2009 the release of Saga's first cd with Rob Moratti. This CD is titled The Human Condition and was released in the spring 2009. The band also was touring in both Europe and Canada. On January 28, 2011, an official statement was made announcing Michael Sadler's return as the lead singer of Saga.
2) A Swedish white nationalist singer-songwriter, with racist tendencies. She started as the vocalist for Symphony of Sorrow, but become widely known for her tribute CDs to Ian Stuart and Skrewdriver. More recently she has begun to produce original material as part of her solo career.
In a 2005 Discovery Times production she was described as a performer that βtargets the mainstream by softening her image, while still maintaining her racist ideology.β She has been described as the βSwedish Madonna of the far right.β In the Discovery interview Saga said, βWhat makes me different is I think that Iβm a lot more mainstream looking in that Iβm very much toned down compared to the other [nationalist singers]. Itβs not in your clothes. Itβs not in the way you dress. Itβs not in your appearance. Itβs whatβs in your heart. Itβs a lot easier for the mainstream public to see themselves in meβ she went on to say βmost people do have the same beliefs that I do. Itβs a bad thing to be labeled a racist these days, and itβs such a bad thing that people [would] rather shut up than express what they feel.β
Saga was featured on the front cover of the Fall 2000 edition of Resistance Magazine, a production of the now defunct Resistance Records. Shaun Walker wrote the following at the website for the National Alliance, a pro white advocacy group in the US: ββ¦ just having her in front of the camera helps our Cause. But, she also is quite good at interviews. She comes across as the girl-next-door, who also understands the dynamics of racial conflict.β
3) a Swedish 70βs band.
4) a Dutch progressive rock band. They released one album, entitled To Whom It Concerns, in 1977.
5) a Japanese band best known by the opening and ending of the TV show based on the Viewtiful Joe videogame
6) a Portuguese Progressive/Symphonic Rock from the 1970βs. Their best-known work is the 1976 album Homo Sapiens. After the demise of the band, the members followed very diversified careers in different types of music.
7) a Mexican Progressive/Hard Rock band. Their 2006 debut album El Camino a TitΓ‘n was released under the independent Mexican label GravisRecords.
8) A Lithuanian jazz quartet consisting of AndrΔ PabarΔiΕ«tΔ - vocal, piano, Liudas MockΕ«nas - reeds, Vytis Nivinskas - bass, Marijus Aleksa - percussion. They've released an album by the same name.
9) Irish grime producer currently living in London, released his debut EP Crescent via fellow London producer Visionist's Lost Codes label.
10) A hip hop artist from Brooklyn, New York.
Remember When
Saga Lyrics
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I'm the one who said "Don't be Late!"
You know there's still time for you to make the changes
Now it's time to turn another page
This year my gift is Y2K
And now it looks like it's you that's running late
Do you remember when, I said "Don't be Late!"
How would you know then just how long I'd wait?
It's time to put your toys away
Remember I know you love to play this game
Do you remember when, I said "Don't be Late?"
How would you know then just how long I'd wait
"How are you - do you have the time"
I'll tell you what I've got in mind
You know it's never too late to change your mind
Do you remember when I said "Don't be Late?"
How would you know then just how long I'd wait?
Do you remember when I said "Don't be Late?"
How would you know then how long it would take?
The lyrics of Saga's song "Remember When" revolve around the concept of time, change, and remembering past promises. The singer of the song is someone who had asked the other person not to be late, but finds himself running late instead. The lyrics suggest that time is running out and it's time to turn another page, indicating that it's time to move on from the past and make changes. The singer seems to be reminiscing about their past interactions, asking if the other person remembers when they had said not to be late, and how long they had waited.
The lyrics also suggest that the singer is aware of the other person's tendencies and tendencies of wanting to play games. They ask if the other person has guessed their name, indicating that they may have played games with names before. The lyrics suggest that the other person needs to put their toys away, and it's time to take things more seriously. The singer then asks if the other person has the time, and suggests that it's never too late to change their mind.
Overall, the lyrics of the song, "Remember When," tell a story of someone reflecting on past promises, indicating that it's time for change, and suggesting that it's never too late to make positive changes in life.
Line by Line Meaning
How are you - have I made you wait?
I reminded you not to be late and now I am checking if you kept your promise and arrived on time.
I'm the one who said 'Don't be Late!'
I told you not to be late and it is important that you remember my instructions.
You know there's still time for you to make the changes
It's not too late for you to make the necessary improvements and changes to your life.
Now it's time to turn another page
It's time to move forward and start a new chapter in your life.
This year my gift is Y2K
My gift to you this year is the reminder that time waits for no one, and it's important to make the most of every second.
And now it looks like it's you that's running late
You seem to be the one procrastinating and running behind schedule now.
Do you remember when, I said 'Don't be Late!'
I want to remind you of my previous instruction to not be late, and it's important that you honor my request.
How would you know then just how long I'd wait?
You may not be aware of how much I value punctuality and how long I am willing to wait for someone who is tardy.
'So, how are you - have you guessed my name?'
I am checking in with you and seeing if you remember who I am and what I stand for.
It's time to put your toys away
It's time to stop messing around and get serious about life.
Remember I know you love to play this game
I am aware that you enjoy procrastinating and not taking things seriously, but it's time to change your ways.
'How are you - do you have the time'
I am checking to see if you are available and have time to chat and catch up.
I'll tell you what I've got in mind
I have something important to share with you, so listen closely.
You know it's never too late to change your mind
It's never too late to change your attitude and start taking responsibility for your actions.
Do you remember when I said 'Don't be Late!'
I am reminding you that punctuality is important to me and that you should take it seriously as well.
How would you know then just how long I'd wait?
You may not know how long I am willing to wait for someone who is late, but it's important that you respect my time and arrive on schedule.
Do you remember when I said 'Don't be Late!'
I am emphasizing the importance of punctuality and making sure that you understand how seriously I take this matter.
How would you know then how long it would take?
You may not be aware of how much time you are wasting by being late, and it's important that you start respecting other people's schedules as well.
Lyrics Β© Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IAN CRICHTON, JAMES CRICHTON, JAMES GILMOUR, MICHAEL SADLER
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Michael Shields777
I love that ascending synth line just before the chorus. So ethereal and lush sounding! I can also hear a synth line in the opening sequence from the third Chapter song, βItβs Time.β
JoΓ£o Mauricio
Love the artwork. Remembering seeing CDs with this cover back then and loving it. Never heard the band though. Only now i got into them!
ACL Stands
oh hell yes..this is the saga i remember and love!!
bogeybast
Just listened to Chapters 1-8; now I discover there are 8 more? Guess where I'm going.
David Henry Lake
bogeybast they did a whole concert with the chapters, then an encore playing On The Loose. I know Michael, he's quite a sweet man. It gives me more of a love for his music.
ombrax5
When I heard this album first then there was an impression I returned to my old SAGA I began listened to.
Mj Jansson
π BRILLIANT ALBUM π
ChinoXG4L
this music really spoke to me i discovered saga around 2001-2002.
davisflyer
I discovered them in 1981 when On the Loose came out on the radio!
ChinoXG4L
Dead Weight awesome man, lucky! lots of chances to see them live in their prime!