Subterranean Masquerade's music first came into the world back in 2000 with a cover version of Peter Murphy's classic "Cut's you up". The cover, released as part of an 80's metal cover compilation album, was recorded with guest appearances by Tomas Lindberg of At the Gates, Kobi Farhi of Orphaned Land and produced by Dori Bar Or from Eternal Gray.
The first official band release came in the form of a semi-acoustic two track EP (17 minutes long) entitled "Temporary Psychotic State", this recording featured Paul Khur of Novembers doom as the lead vocalist as well as JWW of Agalloch on bass guitar and Andy Winter from the band WINDS on some of the keys and synths. Released later that year by THE END RECORDS, the EP was received with highly positive reviews from media and fans alike.
In the midst of working on a full length album, the band entered the studio to record a DEAD CAN DANCE cover track. Combining lyrics from several other Dead Can Dance tracks as well as lengthy instrumental passages, the band's rendition of "Summoning of the Muse" was featured on a tribute album released by Black Lotus records.
"Suspended Animation Dreams" was released in 2005, "This was the most exhausting album I ever recorded… it brought oblivion to my personal life and took me to places I never wished to see.", recalls mastermind Tomer Pink. The album was mixed by Neil Kernon and have gained recognition as one of the most elaborated and accomplished metal albums ever recorded. Immediately upon completion of the album, Tomer packed his life in the US and decided to go on a journey and travel the world, study the art of sound engineering and wait for the right time to come back.
8 years after releasing S.A.D., Subterranean Masquerade entered the studio to record a new two-track EP with a new lineup including Matan Shmuely on drums, guitarist Or Shalev and bassist Mike Feldman of Novembers doom. They expended its sound with world-music-oriented instruments and beats, adding folk music harmonies and at the same time strengthening extreme metal guitar riffage and drum blasting.
"Home" EP included a new track and a cover version of THE MISSION's "Beyond the Pale" and released on Tomer's new record label TAKLIT MUSIC as a limited edition 7" vinyl only, making it a well-worth return to the front just before starting to record the new album.
6 months in the making, Subterranean Masquerade are finally ready with "THE GREAT BAAZAR", a new full length of everything you learned to expect from the band and a step further into the world of rich instrumentations and styles, a concept story about a man leaving home to find what's important in life and a dialog between so called "Good" and "Evil". the album featuring Kjetil Nordhus (Green Carnation, Tristania) as the band's new singer. "This is a great honor for us and a massive step forward for the band, I've been a fan of Kjetil work since the early Green Carnation albums, this is a dream come true! The album also featuring Orphaned Land's singer Kobi Farhi on vocals as a guest appearance.
"This is the first time I feel like we are a real band and not just a studio project" says Tomer. Adding keyboardist Shai Yallin and bassist Golan Farhi as band members Subterranean Masquerade are ready to take the carnival from your stereo to the road. Get ready for THE GREAT BAAZAR
Kind Of A Blur
Subterranean Masquerade Lyrics
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"And then I discovered Rock 'N' Roll..."
The opening instrumental of the song sets a contemplative and introspective mood, as if the singer is reflecting on a pivotal moment in their life. The line "And then I discovered Rock 'N' Roll..." carries a lot of weight in the context of the song. It suggests that the singer found something that resonated deeply within them, something that awakened a passion and a sense of purpose. This line is significant because it speaks to the power of music to transform lives and shape identities.
As the rest of the song unfolds, the singer delves deeper into their introspection, grappling with questions of identity and purpose. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who feels like they are just going through the motions of life, feeling disconnected from those around them and struggling to find meaning in their existence. The repeated refrain of "Kind of a blur..." reinforces this sense of disorientation and confusion.
Overall, "Kind Of A Blur" is a deeply introspective and contemplative song that speaks to the power of music to shape identities and transform lives. The opening line in particular suggests that music can awaken a passion and sense of purpose within us, giving us something to hold onto even in the midst of confusion and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
And then I discovered Rock 'N' Roll...
The moment when the singer found the music genre of rock and roll.
Contributed by Lucas P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
DiegoC
Love this... make me nostalgy
format c: for cortex
fun to listen..
Thao Opeth
2021 still there
Viera Hugo
You must come to Mexico someday
Phanto
Te veo en la mayoría de los vídeos de mis bandas favoritas que rollo.
Dale Cooper
2018. anyone?
Sairbanis
@DaimonSage _1o8 nice one
Dale Cooper
DaimonSage _1o8 a absolutely love their debut album. Lately i’ve been listening to their two last records but even though their music is different and more etno middle east oriented they have some pretty good songs. Lot of them left the band and got replaced by someone else. I just love this album so much, especially this song.
DaimonSage _1o8
@Dale Cooper heh. I just like to comment so ppl can revisit good music. Im assuming this is one of them. I dont even remember. Have a nice day
Dale Cooper
@DaimonSage _1o8 you are 1 year late. 2020?