In December of 2000, a quiet unknown by the name of Andreas Söderin came to a rehearsal session with a mutual friend of his and Johnny’s. Hearing the material, Andreas became interested and promptly stated that he would be back next time. After a while it looked clear that Seventh Wonder now had their keyboard man who immediately added a new and much sought after dimension to the sound of the band, and efforts now became more serious, to record some music and let the world know a new band had entered the scene.
In the early summer of 2001, Seventh Wonder had written and completed some material, and entered the studio to record a demo. Not having found a permanent vocalist, Seventh Wonder instead opted to hire in singer Roman Karpovich. The self titled, four track demo was finally released in December of 2001, and managed to meet with good reviews from the press, to the great pride of Seventh Wonder’s members. The demo was also instrumental in getting Seventh Wonder onto the live scene, and after some smaller shows, the band was invited to open the stage for Swedish crossover metal act Pain in July of 2002. Being in this situation, and at the same time lacking a permanent vocalist, however, was proving to be a tepid recipe.
After that summer, Seventh Wonder embarked on a search for a competent vocalist. After interviewing many hopefuls, and soliciting the help of among others Ola Halén (Insania), Seventh Wonder finally found their man when 21 year-old Andi Kravljaca (ex-HEAVE) walked into the rehearsal room and opened up his pipes. The band was thrilled since he knew just about every song the band could play!
Seventh Wonder had soon completed the material which would result in their last demo CD, “Temple In The Storm", a four track demo which was received to brilliant reviews around the world, and landed Seventh Wonder fourth place among all unsigned acts of 2003 in a Dutch magazine.
“Temple In The Storm” was also sent in massive quantities to record houses across the world, and eventually put Seventh Wonder into the quaint position of negotiations with three record companies at the same time. In the end, Finland’s Lion Music was the sweetest option, and Seventh Wonder found
themselves in the position of a lifetime – free to follow their dreams.
Seventh Wonder entered Sheepvalley studios in the middle of November 2004 and a month later, the debut album 'Become' was recorded. The album was mastered on December 21 at Tailor Maid studios and is to be released in June 2005.
Nothing should be able to spoil the joy of this road towards success but some animosity that had been waiting in the wings for some time, flourished during the time in the studio. There were some tensions between the band and newest addition Andi, that had been brewing for quite a while, until the band finally felt the need to confront Andi. Some heated arguments, rash actions and hurt feelings later, the band and Andi decided together to part ways. As painful as the break up was, the respect for each other as musicians, has not faded.
Once again the band was faced with the challenge of finding a competent vocalist. Seventh Wonder, now with a record deal in hand, could this time pursue a more aggressive way of approaching potential candidates. Andreas S (or Kyrt, as we have come to know him) remembered playing on a project on which a certain Tommy Karevik, had assisted, laying down some cool vocals. Kyrt tracked him down and approached him with the idea of trying out for the position of singer in Seventh Wonder in February 2005.
In the mean time, the band got a hold of some songs Tommy had recorded with metal band Vindictiv. This was totally awesome! NEVER had any of the band members heard such a vocal performance delivered by anything less than a world famous super star!
Tommy tried out once and stunned the band with his performance of the slightly operatic song "Stad i ljus" (or "Unchained light", Sweden’s contribution to the Eurovision Song Contest 1988). To make absolutely sure, the band set up a recording session to get Tommy to record three Seventh Wonder-songs. The band got together, listened to his performance (all of it recorded in ONE take!) and decided then and there that the new singer for Seventh Wonder had been found, should he accept the offer. Tommy was phoned up and happily accepted!
The newly released album and its good reviews got Seventh Wonder signed to Danish Intromental Management in 2005 and they will hopefully manage to get Seventh Wonder's material released in other parts of the world, as well as set up many opportunities to get out and play live.
Seventh Wonder recorded the follow-up to 'Become' in February-March 2006 at the Sound vs Science-studio, again engineered by Daniel Flores and the band. The new album, entitled Waiting In The Wings, will display a heavier and even more complex song writing as well as showcase the incredible talent of Tommy on vocals.
The album is also to be mixed by legendary Tommy Hansen in March/April and we will hopefully see a release of the new album come October.
Until then Seventh Wonder will of course write new material, but first and foremost, they want to go out on the road and play!
Break the Silence
Seventh Wonder Lyrics
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A heart open wide and I stabbed a knife
How could I feel, the way that I felt?
I'd swear it was love and was heaven sent
You set me free, never cared for me...
I needed love, a touch from your hand
I need to feel you care
Then there he was, made me feel whole inside...
This burden of guilt tears me up
You must believe I tried
Is everyone here?
There is no need to feel any fear
We're handing out rations
Food and water, clothing, shelter...
- Bring all those left to me!
- Please understand in this cold wind
that blows that it's heavy
That lazy boy can help
there's no way you could make it through
I will not be patronized by you!
But my back may hurt so OK - bring it away!
I don't want to stray
Make sure you stay in front of me
(the rascal will steal)
Sheer desperation in her voice
Let the music play!
Let it go all the way
Join me - watching two souls seek for fire
In a world beyond the one we know
Yin and Yang, black and white
The colors fading
We're gonna break the silence
The fort, for the fire...
As they were walking somehow
They got into talking
Brings her own and mind back to times
When the fire burned inside
- What could he offer me?
Don't understand it
It's crazy, this old primadonna...
But the face in my mind is it her?
Can't shake these feelings within me
- We are close to home now any way
Thanks for the help, here's a dime
- Now off you go!
Now I gotta run
But something calls me back again
(something draws me near)
Sheer desperation in my mind
Need to find out why
Have to get back again
Join me...
The lyrics of Seventh Wonder's song Break the Silence are a reflection on love and its complicated nature. The opening lines express regret, as the singer reflects on past actions that had hurt someone they had loved deeply. The lyrics "a heart open wide and I stabbed a knife" are a powerful metaphor for the pain caused. The singer questions their own feelings of love and whether they were genuine or simply a product of the moment. It is clear that their actions have hurt a significant other who had once been an important part of their life. They speak of needing to feel cared for and the pain of guilt, clearly indicating they still care about the person they hurt.
However, the lyrics then shift to a disjointed scene of someone rounding up survivors after a disaster. The lines "Is everyone here? There is no need to feel any fear; We're handing out rations, Food and water, clothing, shelter..." reflect a moment of much-needed hope and compassion in a world where everything feels bleak. The scene quickly changes back to the singer's perspective, where they meet someone new who seems to make them feel complete again. However, they are torn by their guilt and the feeling of being unable to shake their past. The lyrics "This burden of guilt tears me up; You must believe I tried" demonstrate the weight of their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
I think about love and the things that I've done
Reflecting on my past actions in love
A heart open wide and I stabbed a knife
I put myself out there and got hurt
How could I feel, the way that I felt?
Questioning the authenticity of my emotions
I'd swear it was love and was heaven sent
Believing my feelings were pure and destined
You set me free, never cared for me...
Feeling abandoned and unloved
I needed love, a touch from your hand
Craving affection and physical intimacy
I need to feel you care
Desiring emotional support and validation
Then there he was, made me feel whole inside...
Finding someone who completes me
This burden of guilt tears me up
Feeling guilty over past mistakes
You must believe I tried
Defending my efforts despite failures
Is everyone here?
Checking for presence and safety
There is no need to feel any fear
Assuring safety and comfort
We're handing out rations
Distributing basic necessities
Food and water, clothing, shelter...
Providing basic needs for survival
Bring all those left to me!
Gathering everyone in a place of safety
Please understand in this cold wind
that blows that it's heavy
Acknowledging the harsh reality of the situation
That lazy boy can help here's no way you could make it through
I will not be patronized by you!
But my back may hurt so OK - bring it away!
Accepting help despite pride and pain
I don't want to stray
Desiring guidance and direction
Make sure you stay in front of me
(the rascal will steal)
Requesting protection from potential harm
Sheer desperation in her voice
Feeling hopeless and desperate
Let the music play!
Let it go all the way
Embracing the power of music to heal and inspire
Join me - watching two souls seek for fire
In a world beyond the one we know
Yin and Yang, black and white
The colors fading
We're gonna break the silence
The fort, for the fire...
Witnessing the search for passion and vitality
As they were walking somehow
They got into talking
Brings her own and mind back to times
When the fire burned inside
Reflecting on a past relationship that sparked passion
What could he offer me?
Don't understand it
It's crazy, this old primadonna...
But the face in my mind is it her?
Can't shake these feelings within me
Questioning the motives behind a potential relationship
We are close to home now any way
Thanks for the help, here's a dime
Now off you go!
Expressing gratitude and dismissal
Now I gotta run
But something calls me back again
(something draws me near)
Sheer desperation in my mind
Need to find out why
Have to get back again
Feeling drawn back to a situation needing resolution
Contributed by Katherine S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Antoine Morin-Prévost
This song alone is very good, but you gotta listen to the whole album at once to get a glimpse of how awesome this song truly is.
Eric Sterk
This album is one of the best concept albums ever. I never get enough of this song, it's so great!
Nicolas Unger
3:48 - 7:51 is one of the best instrumental parts in progressive metal
Nana
when the bass player is the main " singer" you know it's gonna sound epic
Isfrost
how can anyone dislike this song?
MegaMr04
Only by hittin' the button ... :'(
Joachim Ruud
I love how all the musicians get a piece of the cake in this song, like all the solo stuff between 3:54 and 7:51, we get guitar, bass and keyboard and at the beginning the singer and the drummer is present most of the time, absolutely astounding work! Makes me so happy to know of this band :) Go, go Seventh Wonder!
AiliceAryam
Joachim Ruud I know!!! I like to hear all these instruments, specially the bass that is usually there giving awesomeness to the song but no one notices...
Joachim Ruud
Yes, the bass player is awesome, I love him <3
More bass solos to the people!
Kyle Anderson
I am in this sad and highly charged emotional state. This song, lyrics, melody and chord progressions speak to my turmoil.