1) Silentium is a gothic metal band whose songs often talk about love, pain, sorrow, and yearning. The band formed in Jämsänkoski, Finland in 1995. The band currently consists of Riina Rinkinen (female vocals), Juha Lehtioksa (guitars), Toni Lahtinen (guitars), Matti Aikio (bass, vocals), Sami Boman (keyboards, vocals), and Jari Ojala (drums).
Silentium's first demos and EPs have been released in tape format, and their albums have only been released in Europe and some Asian countries, although Silentium's last single (Dead Silent) has been uploaded to some Finnish music legal sites to download worldwide.
The story of Silentium goes back to December 1995 into the ashes of a death metal/gothic metal band called Funeral. From the remains of Funeral, keyboardist Sami Boman and original vocalist Matti Aikio created Silentium by adding violin player Jani Laaksonen, guitarists Toni Lahtinen & Juha Lehtioksa and drummer Jari Ojala into the line-up. Silentium's first recording was the four-song-demo-tape "Illacrimó" which was released in the end of year 1996. Their second, six-song Ep-tape "Caméne Misera" was released in 1998 and featured female vocals by Tiina Lehvonen who then became a permanent member of the band. This second tape caught the attention of Sami Tenetz who was at the time setting up his record label Spikefarm. After some negotiations Silentium signed a deal with Spikefarm and their first Spike-release "Infinita Plango Vulnera" in 1999 had the honor of becoming Spikefarm's first CD, NAULA001. The record also introduced the new drummer, Janne Ojala.
"Infinita Plango Vulnera" got extremely good feedback, pleasing goths worldwide, as did its successors, the 2001 CD "Altum" and Altum's little sister, the "SI.VM E.T A.V.VM" mini-CD.
Silentium headed to the Walltone studios of Savonlinna, Finland in January 2003 to record their third full-length album "Sufferion: Hamartia of Prudence". This was the first time they decided to use a non-member producer for their album: Tuomas Holopainen of Nightwish. "I felt I needed an outsider's view for my songs and Tuomas crossed my mind. He's definitely one of the greatest song writers in the scene, and has also showed interest towards our music. While Nightwish was on a break, he also had the time and the passion to do this project.", says Sami. Before the recordings took place Silentium suffered a major setback: Tiina Lehvonen took a time-out from Silentium for personal reasons. The leading part of Prudence in "Sufferion: Hamartia of Prudence" was then given to Anna Ilveskoski, and a second female vocalist Maija Turunen (ex-Avernal Oath) was also asked to join the recording process. Mixing of the album was done in February 2003 by Walltone's Tuomo Valtonen and Tuomas Holopainen. "Sufferion: Hamartia of Prudence" was then finished by Mika Jussila at Finnvox studios, and the results are unlike anything heard on the field of melodic goth and doom before. It is not just a melodic metal work, it's also a theatrical music experience, a tale of the star-crossed lovers Antracone and Prudence written and performed by Silentium in a true Shakespearean style.
In 2004, drummer Janne Ojala announced he's got a lack of motivation and is leaving the band. Also Jani Laaksonen and Anna Ilveskoski, who already gained the status of permanent vocalist, left and the whole band lived on the edge for awhile. But the guys didn't want to give up and the help was found surprisingly near; the original drummer Jari Ojala was willing to join in again and Riina Rinkinen (ex-Caledonian) joined to replace Anna. Anna, Janne, and Jani were later known to form their new band Evilion.
Silentium's fourth studio album, "Seducia", was released in Finland on January 25, 2006, worldwide on January 27, 2006 and in Germany, Austria & Switzerland on April 23, 2006. It is their first album which features the appearance of the new female singer Riina Rinkinen. The album has so far spawned two singles: Frostnight and Dead Silent.
Official site: http://www.silentivm.com
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3) Silentium is a black metal (early) and dark ambient (later) act from Vologda, Russia, formed in 1996. Later became Binan Ath.
4) Silentium is an ambient / dungeon synth project from Ukraine, formed in 1988 by Vladislav "Munruthel" Redkin (also member of Crystaline Darkness, Finist, Коло, Munruthel, Nokturnal Mortum, Piorun, Suppuration, Thunderkraft, Вече). A demo tape titled "The Ancients' Wisdom" was released in 1995.
5) Silentium was a black metal band from Berlin, Germany formed in 1993. Released a 5-track demo in 1994.
The Fall
Silentium Lyrics
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Dare not say, yet you know how
So fair and tender came to be
Such sickening sight for me to see
My dark wishes and hate unleashed
Dissolution leads me astray
Utter yet sweet can't be released
The chains of failure that I had borne
All the guilt ere has it torn
Out now this torment I've closed the wall
In life and death my word stands tall
The pain your lust has thrown to me
I shall return the suffering
I'll tear your throat and let you bleed
With steel I'll fill your every need
Come take my hand
I'll give you all my pain
I'll tempt you fain
Under my shining blade
Hilt in my hands
Woos me like blushing maid
Beauty of whores
By bodkin sharked and stained
>From self-pity awoken, thus
Rewrote our names in crimson dusk
Grandeur and strength untouchable
In hate our oath unbreakable
I've reached too far, in darkness dwelled
Could I be saved, saved from myself?
Did I miss the point of no return?
Is this the light, or strength I yearned?
Set your fate in my hands and we will prevail
You'll rise to the throne of lands, for you they shall hail
Come take my hand...
The lyrics to Silentium's song "The Fall" are quite dark and intriguing. The singer starts by acknowledging that there hasn't been any overt act between themselves and another person, but the other person presumably knows what they've been thinking or feeling. They describe the object of their desire in a sickening way, suggesting that what drew them to this person was not healthy or wholesome. The singer then talks about how their own inner darkness is taking over and leading them into dissolution, suggesting that they are losing control of themselves. The sweet feelings they have can't be released, presumably because they are dark and twisted.
The song then takes a darker tone as the singer talks about the pain that the other person's lust has caused them. They vow to return that suffering with violence, saying they will tear their throat and fill their every need with steel. The singer then offers their hand to the other person, tempting them with pain and violence. It's not clear whether this is a romantic overture or an invitation to join in some kind of dark ritual or activity. The song ends on a note of grandeur and strength, with the singer suggesting that they and their partner have an unbreakable oath and will rise to some kind of throne.
Overall, the lyrics to "The Fall" explore some very dark themes around desire and control. The singer seems to have lost control of themselves and is entering into a violent and dangerous space where they are ready to inflict harm on others. The relationship between the singer and the other person is not clear, but there are hints that it may not be healthy.
Line by Line Meaning
No single kiss, nor touch, nor vow
Even though we haven't exchanged any intimate words or gestures, I know you understand how I feel.
Dare not say, yet you know how
I don't have the courage to express my feelings out loud, but I know you can see them clearly.
So fair and tender came to be
Our relationship started with innocence and kindness.
Such sickening sight for me to see
But now I am disgusted with what our relationship has turned into.
My dark wishes and hate unleashed
My deep desires and feelings of anger have been set free.
Dissolution leads me astray
I am losing myself in these negative emotions.
Utter yet sweet can't be released
My true feelings, no matter how sweet or pleasant, are trapped inside me.
My path painted with scarlet stain
My actions have led me down a path of violence and bloodshed.
The chains of failure that I had borne
I have been carrying the weight of my failures and mistakes.
All the guilt ere has it torn
The guilt of my past has torn me apart from the inside.
Out now this torment I've closed the wall
I am finally breaking free from this torment that has been consuming me.
In life and death my word stands tall
No matter what happens, I will stay true to my beliefs and convictions.
The pain your lust has thrown to me
You have caused me a great deal of pain with your selfish desires.
I shall return the suffering
I will make sure you feel the same pain that you have caused me.
I'll tear your throat and let you bleed
I am willing to go to any lengths to get revenge, even if it means killing you.
With steel I'll fill your every need
I will use a sharp object to satisfy your desires in the most brutal way possible.
Come take my hand
Join me in my quest for revenge.
I'll give you all my pain
I will make sure you suffer just as much as I have.
I'll tempt you fain
I will try to lure you into my twisted way of thinking.
Under my shining blade
I will use a sharp, deadly weapon to carry out my revenge.
Hilt in my hands
I will have complete control over the weapon I use to harm you.
Woos me like blushing maid
I am drawn to the beauty and elegance of these deadly weapons.
Beauty of whores
The beauty I see is not pure and innocent, but rather associated with violence and immorality.
By bodkin sharked and stained
These weapons have been sharpened and stained with blood, making them even more powerful and appealing to me.
From self-pity awoken, thus
I have finally realized that pitying myself will not solve anything, and I need to take action.
Rewrote our names in crimson dusk
I am redefining who we are and what our relationship means, but this new image is tinged with blood and violence.
Grandeur and strength untouchable
Despite our past mistakes, we are still powerful and capable of achieving great things.
In hate our oath unbreakable
Our mutual hatred has solidified our bond, and we are now committed to carrying out our plan for revenge.
I've reached too far, in darkness dwelled
I have gone too far down this dark path, and I am now completely consumed by my negative emotions.
Could I be saved, saved from myself?
I am questioning whether there is any hope for me to change and break free from this cycle of hate and violence.
Did I miss the point of no return?
I am wondering if it is too late for me to turn back and make amends for my past mistakes.
Is this the light, or strength I yearned?
I am questioning whether the power and satisfaction I get from seeking revenge is worth the cost of my own soul.
Set your fate in my hands and we will prevail
If you trust me and join me in my plan, we will come out victorious in the end.
You'll rise to the throne of lands, for you they shall hail
Together, we will become powerful leaders who are respected and revered by others.
Contributed by Adam V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@arisebeats1851
great song
@championranger7042
R.I.P. Matti Aikio