2. Savage Grace is a heavy metal band from Los Angeles, California. founded in 1981 by Christian Logue. The first official line up was Dwight Cliff-Vocals, Brian East-Bass, Dan Finch-Drums and Christian Logue-Guitars.
Savage Grace performed several live shows with this lineup and recorded several demos.
One track from these early demos, Scepters Of Deceit was featured on the Metal Massacre 2 compilation album.
In 1983, John Birk replaced Dwight Cliff on vocals and Kenny Powell was added as a second lead guitarist. This line up recorded The Dominatress E.P., released on Metal Blade Records. This version of the group played live shows in Los Angeles and San Francisco thru 1983.
1984 saw new vocalist Michael Smith join the band and Kenny Powell depart to form Omen. Former Witchkiller guitarist Kurt Phillips replaced Powell for several months. This incarnation of the group played several live gigs in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas.
While recording Master Of Disguise, Kurt Phillips was sacked. Christian Logue cut all the guitars on the recording.
After the completion of recording Master Of Disguise, Mark Chase Marshall, formerly of Agent Steel was brought on board as second lead guitarist.
Shortly before the first Savage Grace tour of Europe, which included a slot on the Metal Hammer Festival in September 1985, Michael Smith left the band. Christian Logue became the new vocalist and sang on all the European dates.
In late 1985, Dan Finch left the group. He was replaced in early 1986 by Marc Marcum.
Marcum, Logue, Marshall and East recorded After The Fall from Grace in the spring of 1986.
Savage Grace did a European tour with Heir Apparent in June 1986.
Upon returning to the states, Brian East left the group. He was replaced by former Heir Apparent bassist Derek Peace. This ensemble recorded the Ride Into The Night E.P. in early 1987.
In April 1987, Savage Grace supported Motorhead on twenty dates across the U.S.
Derek Peace left the group in the summer of 1987. The band went thru several bass players from 1987-1988. Marc Marcum left the band in 1988.
In 1989, Marshall Lee Dickerson was brought in on drums. In December of 1989 the band relocated to New York after signing with a new management company. Mark Marshall chose to stay in Los Angeles.
Mike Branning joined the band on bass in December 1989. Several guitarists filled in with the band in New York and on tour dates throughout the U.S.
Savage Grace recorded ten demo tracks while in New York.
The band left New York to head back to L.A. in April 1992. The band played a handful of dates in L.A and was officially disbanded.
Founder Christian Logue is currently writing a book about Savage Grace to be published in 2014.
Discography:
1983
MINI-LPTHE DOMINATRESS-METAL BLADEMBR1006
1985
LP-MASTER OF DISGUISE-IMPORTANTIMD-004
MASTER OF DISGUISE (Picture) IMPORTANTIMPO-0041985
MASTER OF DISGUISE-BLACK DRAGONBD0011985
1986
AFTER THE FALL FROM GRACE-METAL BLADEMBR1075
AFTER THE FALL FROM GRACE-BLACK DRAGONBD012
AFTER THE FALL FROM GRACE-VAP35175-2
1987
RIDE INTO THE NIGHT-FLAMETRADER1012
Christian Logue - guitars, vocals- (1981-Present)
Dwight Cliff- Vocals-(1982)
John Birk- Vocals- (1983)
Marshall Lee Dickerson- Drums- (1988-1992)
Michael John Smith- Vocals- (1984-1985)
Keith Alexander (R.I.P.)- Guitar-(1991)
Eugene Pink- Guitar- (1992)
Michael Branning- Bass -(1989-1992)
Mark "Chase" Marshall - guitars- (1985-1989)
B. East- Bass- (1982-1986)
Neal Delaforce- Bass (1987-1988)
Derek Peace - Bass- (1987-1988)
Mark Marcum - Drums- (1986-1988)
Dan Finch- Drums- (1982-1985)
After the Fall from Grace
Savage Grace Lyrics
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As we let our sails fly away
And we chart our course for ever changing
Rendez - vous of war
Banners wave, cannons fire till the smoke of
Glories past fills the air, brings to tears
Eyes of all who' ve seen
They' ve already lost
[Chorus:]
And we sail on
As clouds above the sea
Will the stars still guide us
After the fall from grace [x2]
[2nd Verse:]
As their ensign fills our eyes and shouts
Rain from command
The thunder shouts from cannons fired ten
Thousand times before
Main sails burn
Top sails fall into the flying sea
Men ablaze catch the blade to end their misery
Another battle fought and lost, their ship
Goes under as we watch
[Chorus]
[Bridge:]
The war that we wage, the price that we pay
For love of God and gold
We stake our claim, to what remains among
The spoils of war
[Lead Break]
With the harbour lights so near
Shining of the sea
The winds of war are blowing so far away from me
Fortunes raised, men enslaved, for king and Country's need
Ships aflame, screams of pain to satisfy their greed
How many times must we go before we all
Know to say no
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Savage Grace’s song After the Fall from Grace tells the story of a group of sailors who embark on a treacherous journey through war-ridden waters. The first verse sets the tone of the song with the line, “As we let our sails fly away and we chart our course for ever-changing Rendezvous of war.” This suggests that the sailors are heading into uncharted territory, where they will face uncertain dangers. The second verse describes a battle scene where the ships engage in a fight with cannons firing and people getting killed. The chorus repeats the phrase “And we sail on as clouds above the sea, will the stars still guide us after the fall from grace?" expressing their doubts over their safety on this journey. The bridge of the song speaks of the price they all have to pay- their lives, the spoils of war, and in the name of love and God.
Overall, the song portrays the harsh reality of life at sea during times of war, highlighting the violence and destruction that comes with it. It is a story of loss, grief, and survival, where the sailors have to navigate their way through the perils of the high seas while fighting for their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
As we let our sails fly away
As we embark on this journey and let go of our fears and doubts.
And we chart our course for ever changing
We choose our path, knowing that it'll be complicated, challenging, and full of surprises.
Rendez - vous of war
We're destined to meet with war and conflict along the way.
Banners wave, cannons fire till the smoke of glories past fills the air, brings to tears eyes of all who' ve seen
The horrors of war leave a lasting impression that's both haunting and devastating.
A thousand men of war go off to battles They' ve already lost
Many brave men are sent to fight, knowing that they might never return, and that their struggle might be in vain.
And we sail on As clouds above the sea Will the stars still guide us After the fall from grace [x2]
Despite the challenges and agony, we keep going, looking up at the heavens, wondering if we're still supported by a higher power.
As their ensign fills our eyes and shouts Rain from command
The enemy is approaching, and their commander is issuing orders, preparing for a fierce battle.
The thunder shouts from cannons fired ten Thousand times before
The sound of the cannons is deafening, and the smoke makes it hard to see, but the warship is relentless, firing as many shots as it can.
Main sails burn Top sails fall into the flying sea Men ablaze catch the blade to end their misery
The ship is being destroyed, and many brave souls perish, trying to end their suffering and agony.
Another battle fought and lost, their ship Goes under as we watch
Another defeat, another ship destroyed, another reminder of how fragile life is, and how little control we have over our fate at times.
The war that we wage, the price that we pay For love of God and gold
We're fighting for our values, beliefs, and faith, hoping that it's all worth it, even if the cost is incredibly high.
We stake our claim, to what remains among The spoils of war
If we win, we hope to gain something valuable, something that will justify the immense sacrifice-- but it's a dangerous and risky game to play.
With the harbour lights so near Shining of the sea The winds of war are blowing so far away from me
Despite the proximity of a peaceful harbor, we're still exposed to the unpredictable winds of war- an ever-present threat that we can't ignore.
Fortunes raised, men enslaved, for king and Country's need Ships aflame, screams of pain to satisfy their greed
War brings out the worst in people- it leads to death, violence, and unimaginable cruelty, all in the service of gain, wealth, and power.
How many times must we go before we all Know to say no
It's a sad truth- war is never the answer, it never solves anything, and it only brings endless pain and devastation. It's time to say no- and mean it, once and for all.
Contributed by Muhammad F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Uncertain Fate
Album Lyrics
1. Call To Arms
A call to arms we have never known before to a
Place inside we' ve left too long ignore
2. We Came, We Saw, We Conquered
We are the knights shining in armor
Satisfying desire
A hole in the soul of millions unknown
Void of the feelings we've never known
As we look to the stage into heaven
We gaze and our world of pain fades away
But the powers that fear our crusade bring
To bear all the might that their lies can buy
[Chorus]:
And we came, we saw, we conquered
And our call to arms rings on
And we came, we saw, we conquered
And the fire from cities ablaze won't die away
(2nd verse):
Power and the glory rites of the holy mesmerize
The masses
Seduced by it all awaiting the call we feel
The essence embrace our soul
In the guys that we take there can be no mistake
We are more than a great escape
None should fear what they know
Nor believe what they' re told
Let the light of your truth take hold
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
We came to know just we can do when
We let go off our fear
[Chant]: Have no fear, have no fear
We've let our rights be taken away
We believed in their lies
[Chant]: Give no more, give no more
But we won't let lies stand in our way
And we won' t be bound to any law that fear
Makes us obey
Lead break
(Repeat end of the first verse)
[Chorus
3. After the Fall From Grace
As we let our sails fly away
And we chart our course for ever changing
Rendezvous of war
Banners wave, cannons fire till the smoke of
Glories past fills the air, brings to tears
Eyes of all who've seen
A thousand men of war go off to battles
They've already lost
[Chorus]:
And we sail on
As clouds above the sea
Will the stars still guide us
After the fall from grace (x2)
(2nd verse):
As their ensign fills our eyes and shouts
Rain from command
The thunder sounds from salvoes fired ten
Thousand times before
Main sails burn
Top sails fall into the flying sea
Men ablaze catch the blade to end their misery
Another battle fought and lost, their ship
Goes under as we watch
[Chorus]
[Bridge]:
The war that we wage, the price that we pay
For love of God and gold
We stake our claim, to what remains among
The spoils of war
(Lead break)
With the harbour lights so near
Shining of the sea
The winds of war are blowing so far away from me
Fortunes raised, men enslaved, for king and Country's need
Ships aflame, screams of pain to satisfy their greed
How many times must we go before we all
Know to say no
[Chorus
4. Trial by Fire
Disciples of Belial met we
In a silent covey at the dead of night
[Chant]: Trial by fire
The initiation of blood with the covenant of death
Bind the soul to a compact with hell
[Chant]: Trial by fire
[Chorus]:
Know not thou of wicked deeds, lascivious
Behaviours and wanton greed
Confess thy sins, purge thy soul, verdict is
Given, cry no more, but bear the sentence of a
Trial by fire
The sentence shall be trial by fire
(2nd verse):
Voices raised in a hymn of praise, to the glory
Of abjuration of thy faith
[Chant]: Trial by fire
Eat the flesh of the child's breast and cast
Thy spells with malicious intent
[Chant]: Trial by fire
[Chorus]
[Bridge]:
Burn witch burn, burn bitch burn
Burn witch burn, burn bitch burn
[Chorus]
Sentenced to be tried by fire
Sentenced to die by fire
Trial by fire
Trial by fire
Trial by fire
5. Palestinia
And it came to pass that desert lands bore now
Of great wickedness and hatred, who spread the
Feed of vengeance through abominable acts of Violence and terror, in an age where nothing
Was left sacred and evil lay before a
Collapsing worl
6. Age of Innocence
Convictions fixed in one's mind, fanatics
Trained for self sacrifice
The doctrine of those without hope, deceived
In their vision to sanctify the world
The voice of the just shall be heard,
Distorted, misshapen and bastardized
Unleashed to those as a fear, sent forth
As a message for nations all to hear
[Chorus]:
Behind the guise looms a twisted mind
Bent on annihilation, violence, breeds, violence
Winds of war, blinded eyes, sacrifice,
The age of innocence
Terror strikes sky and seas by surprise,
The age of innocence dies
(2nd verse):
Captives taken by swords, induced by the faith
Of the blind, the wrath of their anger so cruel
Pray to the claim of the just and right
A tactic to seize and to hold, sentenced
To die of command
Demands of those that are capt, delivered
Unto us, a new media event
[Chorus]
[Bridge]:
So many cry from their graves
Innocence taken by the blade
(Lead break)
[Chorus]
Slay them all, young and old, hostage cries
The age of innocence die
7. Flesh and Blood
A dark reign of ruling upon them, their
Lives full of hope thrown away
Killing life legally, reduction of death in
Perfect race
Taken by force, this world at the mercy
Of man and war
[Chorus]:
Flesh and blood, we are all the same inside
Flesh and blood, we are all the same inside
Six million souls will cry
We will fight to the end
(2nd verse):
One mind to bow down to as master, in a body
Of suffering pain
Tortured and beaten by roaches they' re eaten
Living a nightmare, to them just a game
Born to run free
Believing and reaching for what you see
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
(Lead break)
(3rd verse):
The thieves of man' s dignity prosper in their
World of hysterical hate
The lives of the loved ones are trembled upon,
What gives them the passion to go on and on
Taken by force, this world at the mercy
Of man and war
[Chorus
8. Destination Unknow
Nations rise, nations fall by self - determination
People live
Cultures die, the scythe of progress reaps
Forevermore
Shattered lives, pave their way to ultimate
Salvation
The dark of heart feed their fires of passion
Burning madly for more war
[Chorus]:
And the fools take command, to decide how we
Live, how we die as they need, on the blind
Men lead
Destination unknown, who holds the key to
Find our destiny
(Lead break)
(2nd verse):
As we race toward the edge of global
Self - destruction
Will it be our legacy, to leave this world a
Future without past
Dying lands, born of greed, swell with
Starving masses
The men whose deeds condemn them all, feed
Only their need destroying more
[Chorus]
(Lead break)
(3rd verse):
The time to lie, the time to fear have left us
Without vision
To guide us now, we must somehow let our hearts'
Desire light our way
[Chorus
9. Tales of Mystery
Destined to forever change, no one lives
To die the same as when they came
Journeys by knights and heroes searching,
Marching, fighting on
To hear truth from God
As we feel the heartache in our darkest
Days of pain learn the lessons from the wise
To survive a thousand lives
[Chorus]:
Tales of mystery, show us the way to find
Our way, tales of mystery guide on
(2nd verse):
Legends passed on down through time
Weaved with truths of futures past
We seek to find
Stories of fiery dragons, witches, monsters,
Magic spells
We must forever tell
When you feel the heartache in your darkest
Day of pain let the magic guide you as
You turn another page
[Chorus]
(Lead break)
[Chorus
SAVAGE GRACE, THE BEST BAND OF HEAVY METAL OF ALL TIMES!!!!!
Lionel Depeux
I don't think I've ever heard such a roller-coaster as "We Came, We Saw, We Conquered": Everything played on this song is just insanely brilliant.
dub dread
17 dislikes? Wtf. This is a killeralbum \m/
Caio Cesar Headbanger
Savage Grace é aquela banda de speedão clássica q a gente nunca cansa de ouvir
Master of Disguise e After the Fall from Grace absolutely classics
sill ric
Realmente concordo com vc
Moshlem 666
... legendary SAVAGE GRACE 🇺🇸 from the USA ... 🤘 🇺🇸
Sebastián Sierpe Toral
Muchas Gracias Fabricio por publicar este excelente álbum "A Fall from the Grace" de los buenísimos Savage Grace!! Era una banda desconocida para mí hasta ahora!! La mejor canción del álbum es la final 'Tales from Mystery'. SIGUE ROCKEANDO!! Saludos rockeros/metaleros desde Santiago, CHILE!! STAY HEAVY!! PS: Sigue posteando buenos álbumes que yo los escucharé atentamente aquí en mi casa.
sill ric
Ouvi esse disco quando tinha uns 10 anos de idade...depois sumiu mas ficou na minha memória...hoje tenho 45 anos e sou do metal...e quando ouvi esse disco carai foi foda....coisa linda...metal de primeira qualidade.
Caio Cesar Headbanger
Aula \m/
Claudio Marcio Lopes
Aconteceu o mesmo comigo em 1986.
Ficou na minha memória e hoje,aos 46 anos aqui estamos..
WilsonRocker1964
Este CD foi relançado juntamente com o primeiro, Master Of Disguise de 1985. Está à venda na loja Diehard por R$ 40,00 nesta data - 06/03/2021. Edições Europeias. Vale a pena.