1) Epic doom … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists who have recorded as Solstice:
1) Epic doom metal band from Bradford, West Yorkshire, England.
2) Death/thrash metal band from Miami, Florida, United States.
3) Hardstyle producer from Spain.
4) Progressive rock band from Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England.
5) Death/doom metal band from Warnsveld, Gelderland, Netherlands.
6) A cappella ensemble from the Bay Area, California, United States.
7) Folk group from New Zealand.
8) Alternative rock band from Belgium.
9) Progressive metal band from Frankfurt, Hesse, Germany.
1) Solstice is an epic doom metal band from Bradford, UK formed in 1990, and currently signed to the Miskatonic Foundation, which the founding guitarist, Rich Walker is in charge of, the Miskatonic Foundation, which has released CDs by Twisted Tower Dire, Ritual Steel, Ironsword, amongst others. Since formation, they are active to this day and have released two full-length albums, numerous demos, two EPs and have also contributed to 3 splits. Their music can be compared to Candlemass, Solitude Aeturnus, Atlantean Kodex, While Heaven Wept and Scald.
2) Solstice is a death / thrash metal band from USA, formed in 1990 and signed to Emanzipation Production. They split-up for some time following their 1995 release "Pray", but reformed in 2006 and released the album "Casting the Die" in 2021. Rob Barrett (of Cannibal Corpse fame) was once a guitarist in the band. Features renowned death metal drummer Alex Marquez (Malevolent Creation) on drums.
3) Juan Vilchez Orellana, better known as Solstice is a hardstyle artist from Spain and producer for Dirty Workz. He started releasing in 2015.
4) Solstice is a progressive rock band from Milton Keynes, England and part of the '80s progressive revival in the UK. Similar in style to such bands as Marillion, Twelfth Night, Pendragon, and IQ, they released four studio albums: "Silent Dance" ('84), "New Life" ('93), "Circles" ('96), "Spirit" (2010); a live album, and a compilation. Their first three studio albums and were remastered and reissued with bonus tracks as 'Definitive Editions' in 2007. "The Cropredy Set" (live) was also re-released as a CD+DVD set.
5) Solstice was a death doom metal band from Warnsveld, Netherlands, formed in 1992. Released two demos, and one EP titled "An Era of Weary Virtues".
6) Solstice is an a cappella group of women who are students at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH, USA. They preform a variety of pop arrangements and have one album, "Awesomeness".
7) Solstice is a folk group from New Zealand, led by Pat Higgins and featuring Mark Pearson and Tracey Weymyss. Solstice has evolved from Pat’s 2010 CD, “What You See is Not Your Own”. Drawing on Pat’s song-writing as well as material gleaned from folk, alt-country, jazz and blues, the music is infused by the Irish tradition.
8) Solstice is an alternative rock band from Aarschot and Hasselt, Belgium. They formed in 2012 and released their self-titled debut EP on the 21st of December 2012 through Thanks But No Thanks Records.
Cimmerian Codex
Solstice Lyrics
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Of nighted vales, between time and light
Still falls the rain, silent, unclean
Unfettered, unleashed, I sought the gate
Lascivious, beckoning, at the threshholds forbode
Satyriasis vernivorous in shadow uncloaked
Frozen in antiquity (mocking cruelly)
Terous in angle citadels profane
Farewell to Sol, in perpetuum rise
(Ascension beyond) corporeal constraint
Would the glaze of Algol sear my eyes
Winds from the black mountain rend and tear
Sepulchral thanes, so much walking dust
Icelocked the nexus, an empire awaits
Axiom abhorent, protean triumvirate
Forgive me father (for I walk alone)
To a destiny untainted, opaque, my own
The lyrics of Solstice's song Cimmerian Codex are a dark portrayal of the journey of an individual seeking knowledge and power beyond the boundaries of the physical world. The first stanza depicts a dream where the singer is drawn to a mysterious gate that promises to reveal hidden secrets. The imagery of "nighted vales," "silent, unclean" rain, and the allure of the gate creates an eerie and foreboding atmosphere that suggests this journey will not be easy. The use of the word "forgive" suggests that the singer feels guilty about seeking this path, as if it goes against societal norms or religious doctrine.
The second stanza delves deeper into the singer's journey, as they encounter shadowy figures and profane citadels. The use of the word "satyriasis," which refers to excessive sexual desire, emphasizes the primal and hedonistic nature of this quest. The image of being "frozen in antiquity" suggests that the singer has been trapped in this pursuit for a long time and is unable to escape its grasp. The final lines of the stanza express a desire to transcend the physical realm and rise beyond corporeal constraints.
The final stanza takes a more introspective tone, as the singer reflects on their journey and acknowledges that they are walking alone towards a destiny that is uniquely their own. The use of the word "untainted" suggests that the singer sees this destiny as pure and untouched by external influence. Overall, the lyrics of Cimmerian Codex paint a bleak and unsettling picture of a journey into the unknown, but also suggest a spirit of determined resilience in the face of darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
Forgive me father (for I have dreamed)
I apologize for dreaming about something that is not acceptable.
Of nighted vales, between time and light
I dreamt of dark valleys in the in-between spaces where neither light nor darkness rules supreme.
Still falls the rain, silent, unclean
The rain continues to fall, ominously and without making noise, soiling everything beneath it.
Unfettered, unleashed, I sought the gate
I was free and unrestrained, searching for an entrance to something unknown.
Lascivious, beckoning, at the threshholds forbode
An irresistible and sexually driven urge on the brink of something foreboding and ominous.
Satyriasis vernivorous in shadow uncloaked
A shadowy figure of a sexually insatiable man was revealed.
Frozen in antiquity (mocking cruelly)
A cruel and ridiculing moment was held in time, frozen in an ancient era.
Terous in angle citadels profane
A naturally powerful creature resided in wicked, unholy citadels.
Across yawning chasm of tribulation
I had to cross a vast expanse of difficulty and hardship.
Farewell to Sol, in perpetuum rise
I bid goodbye to the sun, with the knowledge that it will always rise again.
(Ascension beyond) corporeal constraint
I transcend beyond the limits of the physical world.
Would the glaze of Algol sear my eyes
The brightness of Algol's light could cause damage to my eyes.
Winds from the black mountain rend and tear
Strong winds from the dark mountain cause destruction.
Sepulchral thanes, so much walking dust
The graves of important people are reduced to nothing more than dust that can be carried by the wind.
Icelocked the nexus, an empire awaits
The central point is frozen over, but an empire is waiting behind it.
Axiom abhorent, protean triumvirate
Three ever-changing and demonic principles that are disgusting in nature.
Forgive me father (for I walk alone)
I am sorry for journeying to my destination alone.
To a destiny untainted, opaque, my own
I am heading towards a future that is completely my own, uncorrupted and unclear.
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Corrosive1
I don't know why, but this song is fucking fucking fucking awesome. Something really works for me in this song.
comelycrisis
I just want to say: we’re still here in 2020, listening to a classic.
Holmblad13
Totally love this song.... Saw them live with the new lead singer in Dublin at the Primordial show, blown away
Simon Johansen
holy wow would seeing those two groups on the same bill be amazing
xela
Nah, the guitar harmonies are so powerful on their own. This is heavy metal! It would be like adding keyboards to Black Sabbath.
Ilco corpsegrinder
Epic song, I love the two albums of the band.
Bellendrophone
Agreed. This is one of if not their best.
Wladimir froes
MASTERPIECE!!
Red21Viper
Pure epic
Tamara Götz
I love this 🔥❤️🔥