Already with their debut “Truth To Promises” (1999 – Noise Records) Andy and his band delivered a strong piece of work which immediately gained the band a lot of attention and fantastic reviews. Andy, guitarist Cédric “Cede” Dupont and bassist Dennis Wohlbold became the creative core of the band, producing razor-sharp riffs and catchy melodies as if there was no tomorrow. Following a tour supporting MERCYFUL FATE, the band released their sophomore album “Sinctuary” (2000 – Noise Records), which managed to spread the name SYMPHORCE even further. Both fans and press hailed SYMPHORCE as one of the most promising and hopeful bands of the future, and they were right… The last few line-up problems were solved when guitarist/songwriter Markus Pohl and drummer Sascha Sauer joined the band. After playing a number of shows and festivals, the band devoted itself to the creation of new songs.
Now working with Metal Blade as their new partner, SYMPHORCE recorded their following two albums, “phorcefulAhead” (2002) and “Twice Second” (2004) at the House of Music Studios with Achim Köhler (BRAINSTORM, PRIMAL FEAR etc.) producing. “Energetic”, “modern”, “with real bite” are just some of the descriptions that the worldwide press gave the band. Through tours supporting the likes of KAMELOT and GRAVE DIGGER, as well as several festival shows, SYMPHORCE established themselves as a first-class international live act. Despite the difficulty of following up the press’ and fans’ favorite “Twice Second”, SYMPHORCE delivered once again. Everybody, from the last few skeptics to the true “phorceheads”, was equally surprised: “GodSpeed” showcased a band that had become a staple in the music world of 2005. Working with producer Dennis Ward (ANGRA, PINK CREAM 69) at the House of Music Studios, the band created a modern yet timeless album, far beyond the confines of so called power metal. A tour with SONATA ARCTICA and SYMPHORCE’s US live debut followed, making the band a worldwide name. In “Become Death” was released, the sixth album, featuring new drummer Steffen Theurer. Produced by Dennis Ward and mastered by Achim Köhler once again, “Become Death” is a true and unexpected progression for the band.
Slow Down
Symphorce Lyrics
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That changes from day to day
Nothing's as pure as good
Except your will to stay
Hear your voice, standing before you
Just a child inside a man,
With a better view
Brave new world a prison cell
So confused, doin' alle the same
Promised land has turned hell
Some war their bruises on their skin
Others hide their scars deep within
Through all these years when you slow down
Sometimes you need to walk alone
Looking for something you call home!
"Slow Down" by Symphorce is a song that explores the darker side of humanity, highlighting the struggles and complexities that make up the human experience. The lyrics describe a face of a demon, one that changes from day to day, representing the constant turmoil of life. The singer acknowledges that nothing is as pure as good, except for the will to stay, to persevere through the difficulties of life.
The chorus of the song speaks to the confusion and disconnection felt by the singer, as they struggle to even remember their own name in this "brave new world". They feel imprisoned, trapped in a world where the promised land has become a hellish nightmare. Many people wear their bruises on their skin, but others hide their scars internally, leading to a lifetime of pain.
Ultimately, the song is a call to slow down and take the time to reflect on one's own life. Sometimes, the best course of action is to walk alone and search for something that feels like home. In this way, the singer suggests that the audience can find inner peace and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Look into a face of a demon
You face demons every day that challenge and change you.
That changes from day to day
These demons change and transform all the time.
Nothing's as pure as good
You know that only your will to do good is ever truly perfect.
Except your will to stay
Your determination to continue striving through these adversities keeps you on track.
Hear your voice, standing before you
You sense your internal voice, your own motivation each day, which guides you.
Just a child inside a man,
You feel an inner conflict between your mature and immature self.
With a better view
This inner conflict provides an unique perception of the world that helps you make important decisions.
Can't remember but my name
You feel lost and confused, unable to recall even your name.
Brave new world a prison cell
Your outlook on the world is both hopeful and hopeless at the same time.
So confused, doin' all the same
You are trying to fit in and conform by doing what others do.
Promised land has turned hell
Your idealized fantasies became dystopian, leading to massive disappointment.
Some wear their bruises on their skin
People wear their problems on their sleeves or in public for everyone to see.
Others hide their scars deep within
There are others that suffer in silence and their problems are not immediately obvious to outsiders.
Through all these years when you slow down
Over time, you've learned how to stop and reflect before making any big decisions.
Sometimes you need to walk alone
There are times you have to rely on yourself and walk alone.
Looking for something you call home!
Ultimately, you are searching for a place or a sense of self, the place where you can finally fit in and feel like you belong.
Contributed by Aubrey W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
mamlasu
Good voice and overall sound. The cover art for this album is really nice...
Notis59
...you are german...aren't you../
Jackmehoff92
This sounds too much like Symphony X for me to truly enjoy. It gets a thumbs up though. Why? Because it's damn fine music, aside from the plagiarism.
EJE22822
@MassDeicide plagiarism? wow. what song(s)?