The band recorded an unpublished demo, then the line-up changed in 2003 with the arrival of Emey (ex-Contrast, Unscarred), who replaced Franck on guitar. Subsequently they recorded a second unpublished demo and did some gigs until they split in 2005.
In August 2007 they reformed with the present line up. A month later, based on songs written by bassist Carles Herve, the band recorded a third unpublished demo whose content sounds definitely gothic rock and deathrock, influenced by groups such as Christian Death, Bauhaus, and The Sisters of Mercy.
From that time, Soror Dolorosa's style became more personal and they found an own identity as a band. The songs were now written by the four members together, though still mostly based on the bass guitar. They took on a Cold Wave colouring, more in line with bands such as The Cure or Human League, but also with hints of 70's rock like Deep Purple or Black Sabbath and retaining the Sisters of Mercy-like Gothic Rock influence.
Soror Dolorosa made their first record appearance with "American Chronicle" in March 2008, on the free compilation "Poisoned Dead Frogs" (Manic Depression): http://www.manicdepressionrecords.com/frogs.php
When the third demo was out on myspace, the group was contacted to release an EP through the British label Todestrieb Records. This 6 track EP, entitled "Severance", wasn't released until August 2009 due to production delays and is being distributed through underground ways, while the band promoted it with successful live performances all over France.
Some time in 2009, through the help of Neige (Amesoeurs, Alcest), the band came in contact with Northern Silence Productions, who offered to release their upcoming albums on their newly founded sublabel Beneath Grey Skies, and subsequently produced the debut full length "Blind Scenes", recorded in August 2010 at Drudenhaus Studio.
To use the band's own words: "The album is quite cold, with misty blue moods. 'Blind Scenes' would rather be perceived as scenes unseen, that is to say, out of time and out of the real world. As a state of grace overshadowed by the inevitability of everyday life. The lyrics are heartfelt and talk about regrets, coldness, alcohol abuse, as well as forfeiture, but mostly nostalgia, hence the blue color of the music."
That's also why they chose "Drudenhaus Studio" (CNK, Alcest, Les Discrets, Varsovie, Necroblaspheme), recommended by Neige, who described it as an ideal place to record their music. On the one hand because the studio is analog, and on the other hand because it is located in Brittany's countryside, isolated from the rest of the world, with compulsory rain in August. It was produced by Benoit Roux "Mr. Xort" (ex Anorexia Nervosa), who recorded additional keyboards.
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Exodus
Soror Dolorosa Lyrics
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And the clock hits
You got far away, nothing goes
If she acts like that
Journey upon
That open door
Just find how
Step by step
That broke your stance
For many forgotten
That broke your stance
You could save lives…
And the wind that carries those leafs
They’re big enough to tear
Some far off distance
Morning, bury me
Until that death of people
Life forcing through
Racing through
And if hands stand near waters
We’re all gone for good
Haven’t we been?
The quiet from the deep
Now come still
Thunder
Because they already forgotten
Because they already forgot
The lyrics of Soror Dolorosa's song Exodus are open to interpretation and can be understood in different ways. One possible interpretation is that the song talks about a person who feels lost and disconnected from the world, trying to find their way back to themselves. The lyrics "It’s so major so / And the clock hits / You got far away, nothing goes / If she acts like that / Journey upon / That open door / Just find how" suggest a situation of confusion and disorientation, where the person is struggling to make sense of their surroundings and to cope with their emotions. The lyrics "That broke your stance / For many forgotten / That broke your stance / You could save lives" may refer to a traumatic event or a series of events that have led the person to lose their equilibrium and question their purpose in life. The lyrics "And the wind that carries those leafs / They’re big enough to tear / Some far off distance / Morning, bury me / Until that death of people / Life forcing through / Racing through / And if hands stand near waters / We’re all gone for good / Haven’t we been? / The quiet from the deep / Now come still / Thunder / Because they already forgotten / Because they already forgot" can be seen as a reflection on the fragility of life and the inevitability of death, as well as on the need to find meaning and connection in a world that can often be hostile and unforgiving.
Line by Line Meaning
It’s so major so
This is of great importance, and it cannot be overlooked.
And the clock hits
Time is passing quickly.
You got far away, nothing goes
You have distanced yourself, and nothing seems to be going right.
If she acts like that
Her behavior is not acceptable.
Journey upon
It's time to embark on a new journey.
That open door
The path to a new beginning is readily available.
Just find how
You need to figure out how to start this new journey.
That once a puff little by little
Slowly over time, something small can become significant.
Step by step
Success comes with taking one step at a time.
That broke your stance
Something has caused you to lose your stability and balance.
For many forgotten
Many have been forgotten over time.
You could save lives…
You have the power to save lives if you act accordingly.
And the wind that carries those leafs
The wind is powerful and can have an impact on nature.
They’re big enough to tear
The force of nature can be destructive.
Some far off distance
There is something distant that needs to be reached.
Morning, bury me
A new day has begun, and it feels like burial.
Until that death of people
Until the end of humanity.
Life forcing through
Life is persistent and will continue.
Racing through
Time is moving quickly and cannot be stopped.
And if hands stand near waters
If someone is standing near water, they are at risk.
We’re all gone for good
Everyone is destined to leave this world eventually.
Haven’t we been?
We have already begun the process of leaving and forgotten those who came before us.
The quiet from the deep
The stillness that comes from the depths of the ocean is eerie.
Now come still
The calmness has arrived.
Thunder
The chaos and destruction caused by storms.
Because they already forgotten
People have already forgotten important lessons.
Because they already forgot
The forgetfulness of people continues to cause damage.
Contributed by Cole E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mrilluvatar2758
Great song 👌