Talamasca in Latin means "animal mask". Dassulle got the name from the secret society of psychic detectives in author Anne Rice's famous Vampire Chronicles. The same goes for his DJ moniker, Lestat, which was the name of the main character in the series. Lestat aso drew inspiration from the books when he created his record label, which he named Mind Control Records.
Lestat has colaborated with many prominent psychedelic trance producers, including Nomad, Oforia, Space Cat, Xerox, GMS, and 1200 Micrograms, among others. He also participated in founding of the psychedelic trance Label 3D Vision together with Christof Drouillet, DJ Mael and Javier Galloy. Recently DJ Lestat started up his own label, Mind Control Records.
One of Talamasca's most notable albums, Zodiac, was released in 2003 and gained great praise and popularity in the psychedelic trance scene. The album consists of 12 tracks, each of them named after a different Zodiac sign. His 4th album, "Made in Trance", is a collaboration with other French artists.
2. A USA based progressive metal band. Talamasca began in Appleton, WI (U.S.A.) in the Spring of 1994 with Andy Paredes (guitar), Brad Schuler (bass), and Matthew Lee Belanger (percussion) and was completed with the addition of vocalist Steve Gentz in the Spring of 1997. The band took their name from Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles, and began writing music in the vein of their influences, including Fates Warning, King Diamond, and Queensryche. Talamasca's debut album Projection (1998) was followed by positive reviews from magazines and fanzines around the World. Other appearances included Rock Hard Magazine's "Unerhort! Volume III" CD compilation, appearances on the Powermad 98 and 99 Sound Samplers, and a recording of "The Whisper" for the "Warning: Minds of Raging Empires" Queensryche tribute album on Siegen Records.
Psychedelic Trance
Talamasca Lyrics
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originated in the parties
on the beaches of Goa.
The sound is more modern
created on the latest
electronic equipment.
It's musical roots go back
to rock and acid house,
to dance to,
to party to,
to entrance,
and now it seems
to be spread all over the world.
The lyrics of Talamasca's song "Psychedelic Trance" speak of the origins and evolution of the genre known as psychedelic trance. The first verse speaks of its beginnings in the beach parties of Goa. Goa is a popular tourist destination in India, and in the late 80s and early 90s, it became a hub for parties where DJs played a unique blend of electronic music that eventually became known as Goa trance. This genre then evolved into psychedelic trance, which is characterized by the use of creative and unconventional sounds, hypnotic beats and rhythms, and an emphasis on the overall experience of the music.
The second verse speaks about the modern sound of psychedelic trance, which is created using the latest electronic equipment. The genre is heavily influenced by rock and acid house, which are two other genres of electronic music that emerged in the 60s and 80s respectively. The lyrics suggest that the primary purpose of the music is to dance and party, and it has become a global phenomenon that is enjoyed by music lovers all over the world.
In conclusion, the lyrics of "Psychedelic Trance" capture the essence of the genre's evolution and its ability to evoke a transformative experience in its listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Psychedelic trance
The genre of music known as psychedelic trance
originated in the parties
Started at parties
on the beaches of Goa.
On beaches in the Indian state of Goa
The sound is more modern
The style has evolved over time
created on the latest
Made with current technology
electronic equipment.
Electronic instruments and software
It's musical roots go back
Its origins can be traced
to rock and acid house,
To the genres of rock and acid house music
but basically its music
But basically, it is dance music
to dance to,
Music to dance to
to party to,
Music to party to
to entrance,
Music to get lost in
and now it seems
Currently
to be spread all over the world.
Global reach
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Tim Stokes
Classic. A great synthesis of many styles and sonic textures.
Bosque Negro
thanks for album