This experience was soon to pay off: in the middle of working on his self-composed journeyman's piece, LEGENDS OF SAFAR (2005) - a concept album which he distributed himself, selling 1,000 copies without promotion - the drummer applied for a position with Germany's medieval rock music institution, Subway To Sally. The band were so impressed with the amazing skills of the talented young drummer that they made him a sensational offer: "Let us know by tomorrow morning, ten o' clock, whether you want to join us!" The rest is rock history, at least as far as Simon Michael's work with the band from Potsdam is concerned. This, however, didn't automatically mean the end of SILVERLANE. In fact, the opposite was the case: together with Ecki Singer, a 23-year-old, strong-voiced powerhouse of a vocalist, and guitarist Uli Holzermer, Michael has been working simultaneously on his band's official album debut "My Inner Demon", due out on 20 February 2009.
"The various styles in heavy metal - be it medieval folk, hard rock or power metal of the variety that SILVERLANE specialise in - aren't as different as some people may think," reckons the percussionist, explaining how he succeeds not only in working in two acts alongside each other without no effort, but also in combining two seemingly contrary genres without the slightest loss of friction. The answer is simple: "Good melodies with an equally good accompaniment - it works every time!"
In line with this, SILVERLANE allow themselves to be inspired by "all kinds of genres from the easy listening and e-music sectors": be it classical music, movie soundtracks, singer/songwriter creations by artists such as the Palestinian vocalist Rim Banna or - to remain in the realm of drumming - oriental percussions: anything goes - nothing is impossible.
The Flight Of Icarus
Silverlane Lyrics
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Let's leave the labyrinth behind
Fly on the wings of insanity
Break all the chains and rules of the human kind, my son
Free, free like the wind
Up in the sky
I want to spread my wings and fly
Just spread your wings, and fly with me
After a flash of megalomenia
I feel the sunlight burn my skin
No one can stop me I fly right into the sun
Above all birds as high as the Gods
Hear me calling! Can't you see, I'm falling
See me flying! I'm so glad, 'cause I am
Free, free like the wind...
I'm so high, this is the time to fly away
My dreams come true, 'cause I am
Free, free like the wind...
In Silverlane's song 'The Flight of Icarus', the lyrics speak about breaking free from the limitations and rules of human existence in order to fly to new, greater heights. The song draws comparisons to the story of Icarus from Greek mythology, who famously flew too close to the sun and fell to his death after his wings of wax melted. The lyrics encourage the listener to embrace madness and break the force of gravity, leaving the confines of the labyrinth, and to fly like a god. The singer speaks of feeling the sunlight burn their skin and soaring higher than any bird or human, calling out to be heard as they tumble from the sky.
The lyrics are both empowering and cautionary, representing the human desire to transcend limitations while warning against the hubris that can lead to downfall. The theme of flight is used as a metaphor for breaking free from constraints, but also mirrors the dangers that come with such freedom. The song encourages listeners to embrace their dreams and to reach for the impossible, while acknowledging the risks that come with such pursuits.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's break the force of gravity
Let's defy the laws of physics and soar through the air
Let's leave the labyrinth behind
Let's abandon the complex and confusing paths of life
Fly on the wings of insanity
Embrace madness and take flight with newfound freedom
Break all the chains and rules of the human kind, my son
Break free from societal norms and restrictions and live life on your own terms
Free, free like the wind
Experience complete liberation and feel as free as the elements that move naturally in the air
Up in the sky
High above the earth, among the clouds
I want to spread my wings and fly
Desire to experience the euphoria of soaring high above it all
Fly like a God
Fly with unparalleled power and invincibility
Just spread your wings, and fly with me
Join me in the journey of flight and experience true freedom
After a flash of megalomenia
After experiencing intense feelings of grandeur and superiority
I feel the sunlight burn my skin
Sensations of warmth and lightness felt while flying high in the sky
No one can stop me I fly right into the sun
Unafraid of any challenges or dangers, determined to fly as far and high as possible
Above all birds as high as the Gods
Reaching heights that are normally reserved for the divine and supernatural
Hear me calling! Can't you see, I'm falling
Voicing the thrill of the journey, recognizing and appreciating the fleeting nature of this experience
See me flying! I'm so glad, 'cause I am
Feeling immense joy while undertaking this incredible feat
I'm so high, this is the time to fly away
Feeling elevated, both physically and emotionally, and recognizing the opportunity to continue this experience
My dreams come true, 'cause I am
Experiencing complete fulfillment and realizing the attainment of a lifelong dream
Free, free like the wind...
Reiterating the unprecedented independence and liberation that comes with flight
Writer(s): Simon Michael Schmitt, Simon Michael Schmitt
Contributed by Thomas K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.