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Signs of Darkness stands for: MELODIC BLACK METAL and this since 1994. The lyrical concept is a rebellion against the human way of living these days.
In early 1995 a demo was recorded "IN MORPHEUS ARMS" and contained 5 black metal tracks. It was the first assault against the flock and the followers of weakness. The demo "ODES TO OUR BRUMAL KINGDOM" was recorded in 1996. The keyboard parts and some guest screams were performed by 2 members of the band Infernal Beauty (RIP).
In 1998 3 songs were recorded: "The last shivering moon ... beyond the autumn leaves", "Stars in the nocturnal sky are like a thousand screams in the ruined rosegarden" and "Embraced by dreams". This 3-track tape was called "Solemn Tears". With these tape SIGNS OF DARKNESS cought the attention of a new Belgian record-label THE LSP-COMPANY and recorded their first full length album entiteld "BEYOND THE AUTUMN LEAVES".
With this album they ended the storyline of a great warrior who fought for respect, honour and pride. These albums where the foundation of a lyrical concept that still can be found in the songs up until now: rebellion against the human way of living these days!
In 2005 they signed a deal with TRINITY RECORDS HK (TRHK) and the second full length album "THE 17th FLOOR" was released worldwide. In 2007 the cooperation with TRHK ended.
In November 2007 a new album was recorded entitled "THE FALL OF AMEN". In april 2009 the search for a new label ended and a cooperation with Shiver records was signed. "THE FALL OF AMEN" was officialy released on the 10th of October 2009.
Soon after this release W. and R. leave the band. W. is replaced by JS (Natan/Nidhogg Ivaldir). T. is replaced by O. (Celebrant/Nidhogg Ivaldir).
A new EP entitled "APOSTATE" was recorded in July 2011 and released in August 2011.
We shared the stage with following bands: Natan, Saille, Aeternus, Cirrith Gorgor, Occult, Kathaarsys, Onheil, Melechesh ...
Biography written by Joris Meeuwissen.
August 2011.
M.I.T.T.R.H.E.
Signs Of Darkness Lyrics
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They're marked in grey essence blurring
Twisted in doubt-soft contact turning
The earth awaits-for that it's craving
Tears for fears-fear your tears
Laugh inside-inside your laughs
Pure fantasies-fantasies are pure
At this time the story was told about a man and a girl so cold
For her the essence is that, the fact she needs a manin her bed
"living this life", she says, "earning money for the love instead"
This is it, she always needs, with this she loves the ones she feeds
Bitterness unfolding, tears weeping, the new world essence shining
Performing live, feelings feeding the emptiness inside of you
Welcoming the elevator light from the 17th floor
They're marked in grey essence- visions are blurring
The lyrics of "M.I.T.T.R.H.E." by Signs of Darkness appear to convey a sense of confusion, doubt, and emptiness. The first verse describes someone waiting for an elevator on the 17th floor, marked in "grey essence" which blurs their vision. They seem to be turning in "doubt-soft contact," perhaps unsure of where they are going or what they are doing. Meanwhile, the earth awaits them, perhaps suggesting that they are delayed in fulfilling their purpose or destiny.
The second verse introduces the idea of tears and fears, and seems to suggest that these emotions can be intertwined with each other. The lyrics play with the contrast of pure fantasies and pure fear, creating a sense of ambiguity and surrealism. The last line of the verse, "awaiting the third - the third awaiting," is enigmatic and difficult to interpret, but may suggest a circular logic or repeating pattern.
The final verse describes a story about a cold woman who uses men for love and money, and suggests that bitterness and emptiness are common themes. The lyrics seem to describe a world that is both confusing and alluring, where emotions and relationships are unreliable and unpredictable. "M.I.T.T.R.H.E." is a complex and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to reflect on their own emotional experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcoming the elevator light from the 17th floor
Arriving on the 17th floor, accepting the light of the elevator
They're marked in grey essence blurring
Grey shadows obscure the view
Twisted in doubt-soft contact turning
Uncertain movements in the contacts made
The earth awaits-for that it's craving
The world is eagerly anticipating something to satisfy it
Tears for fears-fear your tears
Feelings of sadness that come from the fear within
Laugh inside-inside your laughs
Inwardly expressing joy
Pure fantasies-fantasies are pure
Dreams can hold a degree of innocence
Awaiting the third-the third awaiting
Waiting for the next phase to occur
At this time the story was told about a man and a girl so cold
A tale recounted of two frigid individuals
For her the essence is that, the fact she needs a manin her bed
Her essence lies in the requirement for a partner in her bed
"living this life", she says, "earning money for the love instead"
She lives to acquire money and love through such means
This is it, she always needs, with this she loves the ones she feeds
What she requires always satisfies her and her loved ones too
Bitterness unfolding, tears weeping, the new world essence shining
Anguish and sorrow giving way to a budding new world essence
Performing live, feelings feeding the emptiness inside of you
Expressing and performing despite the internal void
Contributed by William S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.