The early beginning o… Read Full Bio ↴French progressive metal band created in 1999.
The early beginning of Spheric Universe Experience dates back to 1999, when guitarist Vince Benaim decided to create a progressive metal band together with his friends Sam (on drums) and John Drai (on bass). The band did some local gigs in and around the southern parts of France, going by the name of Gates of Delirium.
They knew that they limited their own repertoire by not incorportating vocals and keyboards, so by 2001 keyboardist Fred Colombo entered the band together with vocalist Alex. Now going by the band name of Amnesya, the guys did lots of liveshows and one demo CD.
In August 2002, the band split because of musical disagreements leaving Vince, John and Fred to continue under the name of Spheric Universe Experience.
During the next 8 months their passion for composing led them to write a complete album, which they recorded at home as a demo in April 2003 with session vocalist Franck Garcia, who came in just a few days before the recordings began. The vocals were recorded in a professional studio, and although Franck didn't have much time with the band prior to recording it, the result is very convincing, which is why he now have joined the band fulltime. The 2003 demo, "The Burning Box", was sent to Intromental Management in Denmark, who immediately fell in love with the bands sound, and decided to offer them a management-deal.
With drummer Volodia Brice (Kitto, Frdric Lpe, Stphan Forte...), the band began recording the final album, "Mental Torments", in August 2003.
The cover artwork has already been done by famous Swedish artist Mattias Norn (www.progart.com). Early 2004, Volodia Brice decided to give up with SUE for personal reasons. The band immediately started to search for a drummer. During spring 2004, Guillaume Morero became the new drummer of SUE.
The band has been playing for 8 months with this line up. However, at the end of year 2004, there is a new change on drums: Guillaume Morero is substituted by Nicolas "Ranko" Muller, who is already recognized as an excellent drummer with his band Artefact. His huge technical skills have actually caught the attention of the band. SUE is now ready to present his first album live ("Mental Torments" in USA - the album released on February 21st 2006 with "Nightmare records". This version include one exclusive bonus track for the American audience only)!.
The band had the great opportunity to play as opening band for world-famous rock band Scorpions in September 2005. S.U.E. also opened for the former Scorpions guitar-heroe Uli Jon Roth in Paris. Now the french proggers are working on their second album that they'll start recording in May/June.
S.U.E released their second album, called Anima, on 23rd April 2007.
And...the new third album of the band, called Unreal, came out on 19th May 2009 :)
Echoes of the Stars
Spheric Universe Experience Lyrics
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A drop of tears in the ocean,
Now I'm sad to see you cry
I feel the bad taste of temptation.
Your face always in my mind
And your name whispered by the wind
You're everywhere, everytime
But you're not with me.
My sweet love, I'm falling
In your eyes, the treasure is given
Your wings reflect your beauty,
A diamond on this buterrfly.
I sing a song for you today
And I stare at you now, yeah.
I try to think my words could break
The space between us.
Is there a sign of hope
In this world, I don't even know ?
Disconection, revelation,
Echoes of the stars.
But in this Spheric Universe
Love is inVerse...
The blood of love, the meaning of this day
Dressing the wounds of life
Unhoped for and relighted,
The flame revives
Terrific dread lets me thunderstuck
Face up with the unknown
But the fate is winning on your own faith
Now this is my pain.
Then you are my constellation
You are shining more and more
There's a voice in my head
I will never be afraid
Is there a sign of hope
In this world, I don't even know ?
Disconection, revelation,
Echoes of the stars.
But in this Spheric Universe
Love is inVerse...
The lyrics of Spheric Universe Experience's "Echoes of the Stars" is a love song that tells the story of two people who are apart. The singer is distressed to see their loved one cry but feels helpless in their inability to do anything to ease their loved one's sadness. Even though the lover's face is always in the singer's mind and their name is whispered by the wind, they are not physically present. The singer admits to feeling the bad taste of temptation – a feeling that suggests that they might be tempted to find another person to fill the gap their loved one has left.
Nevertheless, the singer looks deeply into their lover's eyes and sees the treasure in them. Though they are separated by a physical distance, the singer sings a song and hopes to break the space between them. The connection that binds them is tenuous, and the singer looks for a sign of hope, but the world feels disconnected and full of echoes of the stars. Despite this, the singer insists that "Love is inVerse" in the "Spheric Universe." Their love is unique, one of a kind, and while it is not perfect, it is enduring.
Overall, "Echoes of the Stars" is a song that illustrates the power of love, even when separated by distance. It highlights the hope that individuals feel that their relationship can survive and thrive despite various challenges. The song also recognizes the temptation that one might feel when physically separate from their loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
We say hello, a smile and goodbye
We greet each other with a smile and farewell when we part ways.
A drop of tears in the ocean
The tears shed are insignificant compared to the vastness of the ocean and the emotions it represents.
Now I'm sad to see you cry
I am saddened by the sight of your tears and the pain you are experiencing.
I feel the bad taste of temptation
I am aware of the negative consequences of giving in to temptation.
Your face always in my mind
I cannot stop thinking about your face and the memories associated with it, even when you are not physically present.
And your name whispered by the wind
Your name is carried on the wind, a reminder of your absence and the longing it brings.
You're everywhere, everytime
You are omnipresent in my thoughts and actions, a constant presence even when you're not physically there.
But you're not with me.
Despite your constant presence, I am still without your physical companionship and support.
My sweet love, I'm falling
I am falling deeply in love with you, my sweet companion.
In your eyes, the treasure is given
I find immense value and priceless beauty in your eyes, a treasure beyond measure.
Your wings reflect your beauty,
Your elegance and grace is embodied in your wings, a reflection of your inner beauty.
A diamond on this butterfly.
You are a rare and precious gem, adorning the wings of this butterfly and making it all the more beautiful.
I sing a song for you today
I express my love and appreciation for you through song, dedicating my words and melody to you.
And I stare at you now, yeah.
I gaze upon your beauty in the present moment, with admiration and awe.
I try to think my words could break
I attempt to convey the depth of my feelings through my lyrics, hoping they will bridge the distance between us.
The space between us.
The physical and emotional distance separating us, creating a longing to be closer.
Is there a sign of hope
Do we have any indication that there will be a positive outcome, a glimmer of hope?
In this world, I don't even know ?
I am uncertain and doubtful about the state of the world and the potential for positive change.
Disconection, revelation,
The realization that we are disconnected from each other and from the world at large, and the epiphany that this brings.
Echoes of the stars.
The reverberations of cosmic events and the enormity of what we are a part of, influencing our thoughts and actions.
But in this Spheric Universe
Despite the vastness and complexity of the Universe we inhabit,
Love is inVerse...
...love is still present and powerful, defying the odds and bringing us together.
The blood of love, the meaning of this day
The essence of love and its significance on this day, representing the bond between two individuals and the depth of their feelings.
Dressing the wounds of life
Love is a healing force, soothing the pain and hurt caused by the trials of life.
Unhoped for and relighted,
Love is unexpected and unpredictable, yet it has the power to reignite our passions and breathe new life into our weary souls.
The flame revives
The flame of love is reignited, bringing warmth and light to our lives and reminding us of the beauty of human connection.
Terrific dread lets me thunderstuck
The overwhelming sense of fear and unknown causes me to feel helpless and overwhelmed.
Face up with the unknown
I am confronted with the mysteries and uncertainties of life, forced to face them head on.
But the fate is winning on your own faith
Our destiny is determined by our beliefs and convictions, and our faith in ourselves and each other will ultimately determine whether we succeed or fail.
Now this is my pain.
This pain is mine to bear, acknowledging the emotional burden and difficulty of facing our fears and doubts.
Then you are my constellation
You are my guiding star, a constant presence and source of light in my life.
You are shining more and more
Your light and brilliance grow brighter with time, illuminating the dark corners of my life and filling me with hope and joy.
There's a voice in my head
An inner voice that guides and advises, offering comfort and wisdom in times of need.
I will never be afraid
With this voice as my guide, I will never be afraid to face the challenges and uncertainties of life, knowing that I am loved and supported.
Contributed by Ella J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.