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 “targets the mainstream by softening her image, while still maintaining her racist ideology.” She has been described as the “Swedish Madonna of the far right.” In the Discovery interview Saga said, “What makes me different is I think that I’m a lot more mainstream looking in that I’m very much toned down compared to the other [nationalist singers]. It’s not in your clothes. It’s not in the way you dress. It’s not in your appearance. It’s what’s in your heart. It’s a lot easier for the mainstream public to see themselves in me” she went on to say “most people do have the same beliefs that I do. It’s a bad thing to be labeled a racist these days, and it’s such a bad thing that people [would] rather shut up than express what they feel.”
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: “… 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.”
3) a Swedish 70’s 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 1970’s. 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 Titán was released under the independent Mexican label GravisRecords.
8) A Lithuanian jazz quartet consisting of Andrė Pabarčiūtė - vocal, piano, Liudas Mockūnas - 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.
Rising
Saga Lyrics
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We remember things that have been said
From the fire that once was is not dead
From the ashes, flames will rise again
And the light will guide our people on their way
We're rising again, don't get in our way
We remember comrades from the past
The foundations that they built are going to last
Their sacrifices will not be in vain
But what has been, can be so once again
Once our mighty legions have awoken
They say the truth in words that were once spoken
Once our people see through all the lies
A bright new day shall arise, rise
Believe it!
The lyrics to Saga's song Rising, are a rallying cry of perseverance and resilience. The opening verse states that despite hardships and difficulties faced, something that once held great strength continues to live and can be reignited. The metaphorical use of fire and ashes suggests that something may have been lost, but it can still be renewed and given new life. It points out that the light that guided the people before can do so again, and that strength and determination will guide them on their way forward. The chorus further emphasizes the idea that nothing can stop the rise of a powerful force, and that it will have its day of triumph.
The second verse touches on the idea of remembering the allies that have supported in the past, and that the foundation laid by them will stand the test of time. The sacrifices made by those before us will not be in vain, as what has been accomplished once can be accomplished again, and the same strides can be taken. The pre-chorus states that once the legions have awoken and the truth spoken, the people will see through the lies that have been told to them, giving way to a bright new day.
Overall, the message of the song is to never give up the fight and to remain steadfast in the face of adversity. It encourages the listener to see that even in the darkest moments, strength and hope can be found, and that it is possible to rise again.
Line by Line Meaning
We remember things that have been said
We hold in our memories the words that have been spoken
From the fire that once was is not dead
The passion and strength we once had still lives within us
From the ashes, flames will rise again
Our determination will reignite and bring us back to life
And the light will guide our people on their way
Hope and inspiration will lead our community towards victory
We're rising again, don't get in our way
Our resurgence is unstoppable, do not obstruct our path
We're rising again, we're gonna have our day
Our time of triumph is approaching, we will succeed
We remember comrades from the past
We recognize and honor the legacy of those who came before us
The foundations that they built are going to last
Their contributions have established a lasting foundation for our cause
Their sacrifices will not be in vain
Their hardships and struggles will not be forgotten, and will fuel our motivation
But what has been, can be so once again
We can replicate the successes of the past, and achieve victory again
Once our mighty legions have awoken
Once our powerful forces have come together
They say the truth in words that were once spoken
Our message will echo the wisdom of our predecessors
Once our people see through all the lies
Once the truth is revealed and our community is enlightened
A bright new day shall arise, rise
A prosperous and hopeful future will emerge
Believe it!
Have faith in our cause and our victory
Contributed by Carter C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Steven Matthews
@P Sg Change the way Darrow sounds to you.
People that disconnect with Darrow describe him as misogynistic, arrogant, and too capable.
I had a similar experience and pretty much loved all the characters except Darrow.
Then I went back for a refresh before Golden Son, I had a road oriented job. So I audiobook'd it.
Darrow... kinda sounded like a coward with a death wish. And it really reframed the entire experience. He wasn't some Gary Stu anymore, he was a teenager who'd already experienced intense hardship, so he was better at coping with horror than the rest of them, which was his only real emotional advantage. Everything else was him pretending to know how things were going to go and resisting the urge to jump at every shadow, stressing about what he would do if he got caught or even just failed.
tweegerm
just wanted to say I love this Should You Read series, it's such a great resource and you cover all the bases beyond personal opinion too, genuinely helpful
Aden
i’m having one of those weird book moments with dark age where i absolutely think it’s my favorite in the series and will be a five star but it’s so miserable and depressing that i’ve been reading it for two weeks and i’m 500 pages in and don’t actively read a lot every day. it’s strange for a book to have such a strong emotional effect on me yet i think it’s amazing?? 🦊
Renee Pearson
I’m about 60% into my re-read of Dark Age. I can’t believe how much of the details I forgot! It was like reading a new book. I was kind of dreading reading it again, because I did remember the darkness. Looking forward to Light Bringer. 🦊
Esmay Rosalyne
I am so delighted to hear that Light Bringer was a hit for you, because I knew you were kinda so so on Dark Age and that got me nervous haha. I am currently halfway through my first read of Dark Age (that was the only one I hadn't read before yet) and I am SO glad that I was warned about the different tone and project, because it allowed me to go in with the right expectations and now I am actually really appreciating it.
Also, I agree that this is the perfect series to read together with people. I've been watching all the chats you did with Liene and Alex as I made my way through this binge reread and it has enhanced my enjoyment even more, so thanks for doing those 🤩
Excellent video 🥰
Cassandra Garza
I loved this book and it was my first dip in this genre. Years later, I haven’t read much sci fi and haven’t been able to get much into it so I’m surprised at the fact that I enjoyed it in the first place, it’s very different than what I normally read. I might reread it again 😊
christea's cozy corner
yaaay i was waiting for this one!!!
red rising is one of those series that i constantly surprise myself with how into this series i am lol. i have so many complaints and criticsms about it, but i can't deny i still love it
normally i hate it when people tell me "just push through the first book!" but with this series it's so valid
🐺
who's sophocles
Laura Shank
I have NOT read any books in this saga yet, but I will likely pick them up once the 7th and final book is published, as I suspect I will enjoy it. I almost exclusively binge series, since I generally don't want to re-read (there are SO many books out there and SO little time!).
Literature Science Alliance
Excited for all of us once this last book is released!
Brittany Wilson
I almost did not finish Red Rising when I first read it. I recently finished and enjoyed Light Bringer and am now nostalgic for that first book. Looking forward to re-reading the series one day 🐺
Literature Science Alliance
Light Bringer made me VERY nostalgic for the first book and I just re-read it recently 😅