In January 2007 Oliver Palotai, Daniel Schild and Luca Princiotta were still members of Blaze, the band of Iron Maiden’s former singer Blaze Bayley. Disagreeing with the methods of Blaze’s new management the whole line- up decided to quit (and soon Blaze himself parted with his management).
It was the perfect point of time for Oliver not to search for another existing project to participate but to start his own thing, a musical playground without limitations. Based on not always positive experiences of the past Oliver knew that the perfect line- up had to consist out of great musicians, without doubt, but also out of persons being able to work as a team for many upcoming years without tripping over oversized egos. So, the first two members besides Oliver were Luca and Daniel, joining in Spring 2007, and Jurgen Steinmetz on bass, in the following summer.
The biggest challenge for Oliver during the initial songwriting process was to bring all his passion for Metal, Jazz and Classical Music together. Surprisingly, once started, it was easier than he thought it would be. At a quite early point you could already hear & feel how Sons Of Seasons would sound like.
Also around summer 2007, the first singer, Tijs Vanneste, was found. Although Tijs proved to be a great musician the bands’ future touring plans didn’t fit the tight working schedule at his job. Still, in some of the songs of the debut album, you will find a couple of songs with parts inspired by his ideas.
Oliver met Henning Basse, the new and final vocalist, during a tour in Japan. Amazed by the singers’ outstanding live performance Oliver got in contact with Henning end of 2007 and introduced the song material. Henning immediately saw common musical ground and started adding his ideas to the material.
Sanctuary
Sons Of Seasons Lyrics
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Asking for where we are speeding to
Floating on unseen rivers
On pulses of light
While trying to hide sincere emotions
CHORUS:
The place where I hide
In secrecy
Neglecting those I love
You're feeling hypnotized
The two-dimensional gates
That's where I feel alive
My hereabouts unknown
Anonymous ID
Wherever I do roam
The day is the enemy
CHORUS:
This is my sanctuary
The place where I hide
In secrecy
My hereabouts unknown
I'm floating on unseen rivers
Wherever I do roam
Secrecy
solo.
CHORUS:
This is my sanctuary
The place where I hide
In secrecy
This is my sanctuary
The place where I hide
In secrecy
The lyrics of Sons Of Seasons' "Sanctuary" provide a glimpse into the singer's inner world, which is defined by secrecy and isolation. He finds it difficult to engage in simple conversation or connect with others, preferring instead to retreat into his own thoughts and emotions. The metaphor of floating on unseen rivers and pulses of light represents the singer's desire to remain hidden and detached from the world, while the mention of two-dimensional gates suggests that he may be escaping into a virtual realm. Despite neglecting those he loves and feeling hypnotized by his own thoughts, the singer finds solace and safety in his sanctuary.
The chorus repeats the idea of the sanctuary as a place of hiding and secrecy, where the singer feels most alive. He seems to find comfort in anonymity, with his "hereabouts unknown" and "anonymous ID" allowing him to move freely without being tied down by obligations or expectations. The mention of the "day as the enemy" suggests that the singer may be struggling with a sense of alienation or dissatisfaction with the world outside his sanctuary, further underscoring his desire to retreat into himself.
Overall, "Sanctuary" is a deeply introspective and melancholic song that explores themes of isolation, detachment, and the search for inner peace. It offers listeners a window into the singer's inner world, and encourages them to reflect on their own experiences of loneliness and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't think of simple questions
Feeling lost and unsure, unable to find clarity or direction.
Asking for where we are speeding to
Seeking answers about the destination or purpose of one's journey or actions.
Floating on unseen rivers
Drifting through life without clear direction, caught up in unseen currents of fate or circumstance.
On pulses of light
Moved or influenced by fleeting, intangible energies or emotions.
While trying to hide sincere emotions
Struggling to conceal genuine feelings or vulnerabilities from others, perhaps out of fear or self-doubt.
CHORUS: This is my sanctuary / The place where I hide / In secrecy
The singer's private haven, a space where they can retreat from the world and their own feelings, guarded from outside scrutiny.
Neglecting those I love
Failing to prioritize important relationships or responsibilities in the pursuit of personal goals or desires.
You're feeling hypnotized
Others may be drawn in or influenced by the artist's mysterious or alluring persona, despite any underlying issues or flaws.
The two-dimensional gates
A metaphorical portal to a digital or virtual world, referred to as flat or limited in comparison to the artist's hidden, complex internal world.
That's where I feel alive
Finding excitement, fulfillment, or purpose in an online or virtual realm, perhaps feeling more free or accepted there than in real life.
My hereabouts unknown / Anonymous ID
The singer's physical location and true identity are concealed or unknown, either through choice or circumstances beyond their control.
Wherever I do roam / The day is the enemy
Enduring the pressures and conflicts of daily life as an obstacle or burden to their sense of freedom and self-discovery.
solo.
(Instrumental interlude)
Contributed by Julia P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@xxKamelotLoverxx
Thanks for uploading this awesome song! :-)
@Secretstarz7
Love the intro
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@Musicmanohio247
Euro Metal Version of Linkin Park with female vocals? Odd but someone it works and changes and it goes.