The most productive year in Talsur's career is 2017. In January came out Slough of Despond — the forth album which became the most commercially successful though it has funeral doom influences. Then in July he released EP Offertorium which many listeners admit as one of the best works of project. Then came stoner single Medieval Hero in September and the new EP The Gates released in December.
In the beginning of 2018 Talsur released first official video for the track Barely Breathing from The Gates EP. In July came out Tormented — the album where where is particularly pronounced influence of Peaceville Three, especially My Dying Bride. Lyrical themes are about fear and struggling with Fate. Also this album is first with the guest. Parts of violin were recorded by Sofia Strazhkova. Unused themes from album Talsur collected in the next EP Exiled.
In 2019 were released a split Nameless with Dutch doom metal project Doomcult. On this release Talsur recorded two brand new songs and cover version of the Doomcult's song "Wrath".
The most recent release of Talsur is sixth full-length album Eversleep. It was released on October 31st, 2019. This LP has more soft sound than previous, more similar to Anathema and Type O Negative. Texts are focused on sleep, nature and love.
Regrets
Talsur Lyrics
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Desolated. exhausted - destroyed the place you hide
Between these walls of madness I've tried to seek the calm
Wish to deserve forgiveness with my name on tombstone
When one had crucified himself
Another one who cried will laugh
While we had life we dreamed about the death
Your words are weak, your truth is bleak
Your Death is near - feed her with fear
Around this comprehensive void emotions all are dead
Beneath the frozen graveyard soil my illness come to spread
Depressed, possessed
Depressive whiteness of the sky leads to horizonless
I wish to throw away this lie - my way is loneliness
Depressed, possessed
While I will crucify myself
You all who I once loved, will laugh
I have no life, no more, I pray for death
The great temptation that I have
Temptation's all I have
The lyrics to Talsur's song "Regrets" delve into themes of fear, despair, self-destruction, and the desire for forgiveness. The opening lines convey a deep sense of internal turmoil and vulnerability, as the singer feels the piercing fear of their own mortality from within. They express a feeling of being desolated, exhausted, and having their safe haven destroyed, possibly by their own actions or circumstances beyond their control. Amidst the chaos and madness that surrounds them, they yearn for a sense of peace and redemption, hoping to earn forgiveness even if it means their name being etched on a tombstone.
The lyrics draw a stark contrast between the self-inflicted suffering and agony experienced by the singer and the seemingly carefree laughter of others. The mention of crucifixion and crying turning into laughter can symbolize the singer's internal struggle and the indifference or even cruelty of those around them. The theme of contemplating death and the idea of it being a tempting escape from the hardships of life are also touched upon, hinting at a profound sense of despair and hopelessness that permeates the singer's thoughts.
The portrayal of emotional numbness and desolation is further emphasized as the lyrics describe a void where all feelings seem to have died, and the singer's illness metaphorically spreads beneath the cold, lifeless surface of a graveyard. The bleak imagery of a frozen, emotionless landscape and the mention of weakness, bleak truth, and impending death create a suffocating atmosphere of despair and inevitability. The singer's struggle with depression and a sense of being possessed by their own thoughts and emotions adds layers of complexity to their internal turmoil.
The concluding lines of the song reveal a sense of resignation and acceptance of the singer's fate. They speak of a profound loneliness and a longing to break free from the lies and illusions that have imprisoned them, yet they acknowledge that their path is one of isolation and despair. The repetition of being depressed and possessed underscores the overwhelming sense of being trapped in a cycle of suffering and inner torment. The song's title "Regrets" takes on a deeper meaning as it reflects the singer's profound guilt, sorrow, and longing for a release from their inner demons, ultimately finding solace in the all-encompassing temptation of death.
Line by Line Meaning
Feel the fear of immortal pierces you from inside
Experiencing an overwhelming sense of dread that penetrates your very being
Desolated, exhausted - destroyed the place you hide
Feeling abandoned, drained, and exposed as all your safe spaces are ruined
Between these walls of madness I've tried to seek the calm
Attempting to find peace amidst chaos and insanity
Wish to deserve forgiveness with my name on tombstone
Longing to be worthy of forgiveness even after death
Your words are weak, your truth is bleak
Recognizing the lack of strength and optimism in what you say and believe
Your Death is near - feed her with fear
Acknowledging the presence of death and fueling it with your apprehension
Around this comprehensive void emotions all are dead
Experiencing a complete absence of emotions in a vast emptiness
Beneath the frozen graveyard soil my illness come to spread
Watching as your sickness extends beneath the icy ground of a cemetery
Depressed, possessed
Suffering from deep sorrow and feeling controlled by unseen forces
Depressive whiteness of the sky leads to horizonless
Seeing the bleak emptiness of the sky extending endlessly
I wish to throw away this lie - my way is loneliness
Desiring to discard falsehoods as you walk a path of solitude
While I will crucify myself
Choosing to self-inflict pain and suffering upon yourself
You all who I once loved, will laugh
Realizing that those you cared for will find amusement in your plight
I have no life, no more, I pray for death
Feeling completely devoid of vitality and longing for the release of death
The great temptation that I have
Acknowledging that the most alluring desire you possess is harmful
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Vitaly Surkov
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