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 :)
The Inner Quest
Spheric Universe Experience Lyrics
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Clouds, nights and lights call
This rainy air I'm breathing
Is deeply forging my very soul
The eyes I got lost in, this voice I movingly hear
The doubtful and aching hope I hide
Those instinctive fears I'm helplessly carrying within
Quest is on
I cannot die without knowing why
I feel the limit is not the sky
Day will come
Whatever the tears I'll have to shed
I must reach the peace in my head
The intimate need to find oneself
Fatally settles down in each conscious heart
The brainstorming search to find the meaning of life and death
Requires Science and Art
Quest is on
I cannot die without knowing why
I feel the limit is not the sky
Day will come
Whatever the tears I'll have to shed
I must reach the peace in my head
The night wind smelling that entered my brain
Is my greatest weapon against mental strain
All the elements gravitating around me
Deeply build what I am and what I will be
Quest is on
I cannot die without knowing why
Getting closer and closer
I feel the limit is not the sky
Day will come
Whatever the tears I'll have to shed
I must reach the peace in my head
Get high
The lyrics to Spheric Universe Experience's song "The Inner Quest" delve deep into the human experience of searching for meaning and purpose. The first stanza describes the process of living, feeling, and realizing, while being shaped by the surroundings and experiences that one takes in. The second stanza speaks to the need for self-discovery and the fear and doubt that are an inherent part of that journey. The chorus repeats the idea of the "quest" being on and the need to reach a sense of inner peace and understanding, despite the pain and tears that may be encountered. Finally, the third stanza mentions the impact of the natural world on our being, and the idea that we are constantly building and evolving with the elements around us.
Overall, the song seems to be a reflection on the ongoing search for meaning and purpose in life, and the inner struggles that come with that journey. The lyrics suggest that finding that inner peace requires both science and art, as well as a deep connection with the natural world.
Line by Line Meaning
Living, feeling, realizing
Being alive, experiencing emotions, and understanding one's own existence
Clouds, nights and lights call
The natural world and environment beckoning to the singer
This rainy air I'm breathing
The atmosphere and surroundings that shape the singer's being
Is deeply forging my very soul
Having a profound impact on the artist's innermost self
The eyes I got lost in, this voice I movingly hear
The connection and influence of others on the artist
The doubtful and aching hope I hide
The singer's uncertainties and desires that are kept private
Those instinctive fears I'm helplessly carrying within
The singer's uncontrolled anxieties and worries
Quietly shape my true inside
Profoundly influence the artist's authentic self
Quest is on
The search for understanding and meaning has begun
I cannot die without knowing why
The artist cannot leave this world without finding answers
I feel the limit is not the sky
There are no limits to the singer's potential for understanding and growth
Day will come
A time of resolution and understanding is approaching
Whatever the tears I'll have to shed
No matter the hardships and emotions the singer will face
I must reach the peace in my head
The singer must find a sense of inner calm and understanding
The intimate need to find oneself
The essential desire to understand oneself
Fatally settles down in each conscious heart
Is an ingrained and essential part of human experience
The brainstorming search to find the meaning of life and death
The process of deep thought and exploration to understand the significance of existence
Requires Science and Art
Necessitates both logical reasoning and creativity
The night wind smelling that entered my brain
The natural world has a profound influence on the singer's thoughts and emotions
Is my greatest weapon against mental strain
Nature provides the artist with a sense of peace and relief from stress
All the elements gravitating around me
The entirety of the natural world impacting the artist
Deeply build what I am and what I will be
The natural world helps shape the artist's present and future self
Getting closer and closer
Drawing nearer to understanding and meaning
Get high
This phrase is not part of the song lyrics and is unrelated
Contributed by Amelia I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.