1) TEMPERANCE is an Italian modern melodic power metal band.
Founded in … Read Full Bio ↴1) TEMPERANCE is an Italian modern melodic power metal band.
Founded in 2013 by musicians who have more than 10 years of experience in the heavy metal music scene, Temperance blends heavy guitars, metal riffs, electronic tracks and elements of folk music into melodic and powerful music. So far, they have released six full-length albums and a live DVD, released through Scarlet Records.

On 6 March 2018, Italian singer Alessia Scolletti announced via Instagram that she had officially joined the band after being a touring member for a while.

On 27 January 2023, Temperance released a statement confirming the departures of Alfonso Mocerino and Alessia Scolletti

Studio albums
2014: Temperance
2015: Limitless
2016: The Earth Embraces Us All
2018: Of Jupiter and Moons
2020: Viridian
2021: DIAMANTI
2023: Hermitage - Daruma's Eyes Pt. 2

Live Albums/DVD - 2017: Maschere
Singles & EP's
2015: Me, Myself & I (single)
2021: Melodies of Green and Blue (EP)

Current members

Marco Pastorino – lead guitar, clean and harsh male vocals (2013–present)
Luca Negro – bass (2013–present)
Michele Guaitoli – male vocals (2018–present)
Kristin Starkey - female vocals (2023–present)
Marco Sacchetto - drums (2023–present)

Former members
Sandro Capone – clean male vocals, rhythm guitar (2013–2016)
Chiara Tricarico – female vocals (2013–2017)[3]
Giulio Capone – drums, keyboards, composition (2013–2017)
Alfonso Mocerino – drums (2017–2023)
Alessia Scolletti – female vocals (2018–2023)

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Ashley
Temperance Lyrics

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What have I done to deserve this life of suffering, and dreams unseen? just a child so afraid, for the gift of death a mother gave, is there no one there to hold these hands? is there no one there to share the shadow? to hear the screams beneath the smile...he'll never see tomorro's dawn, never feel the pain of friendships gone, never grow to be a man, never live this life that others can, that we trhow away, and take for granted, in his eyes I can see the spirit that we have lost, and in his heart the strength to heal, i will be there, to hear your voice again, to hear the screams, to hold your hand, I'm here to heal your suffering, in this song I hear your voice again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Temperance's song "Ashley" speak about the unfortunate life of a child named Ashley who has been subjected to a great deal of pain and suffering. Ashley's mother presumably gave him the "gift of death" making Ashley feel terrified and alone in his life. The lyrics express Ashley's frustration and despair as he feels that no one is there to comfort him or share in his pain. He will not be able to experience the joys of growing up and being a young man, something that others take for granted.

The lyrics also express the singer's empathy towards Ashley and his desire to support and heal him. Through the song, the singer expresses the willingness to hold Ashley's hand, and be there to help him. This song thus represents both empathy and the strength to heal.

The song's lyrics are a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and the need to look out for others who might be struggling with pain and suffering. It explores the despair of a child who experiences the most painful of emotions and the desire of others to help that child heal.

Line by Line Meaning

What have I done to deserve this life of suffering, and dreams unseen?
Why have I been given a life full of pain and unfulfilled aspirations?

just a child so afraid, for the gift of death a mother gave
As a scared and vulnerable child, my mother's death feels like a curse

is there no one there to hold these hands?
Is there nobody to comfort me physically and emotionally?

is there no one there to share the shadow?
Is there no one to share my burdens and darker moments with?

to hear the screams beneath the smile...
To truly listen to and understand the pain and suffering that I try to hide behind a facade of happiness

he'll never see tomorro's dawn, never feel the pain of friendships gone, never grow to be a man, never live this life that others can
He will never experience tomorrow, the heartache of losing friends, grow into an adult, or have the opportunity to live fully as others do

that we throw away, and take for granted
We waste, neglect, and undervalue the opportunities and blessings we have in life

in his eyes I can see the spirit that we have lost, and in his heart the strength to heal
Looking into his eyes, I see the hope and resilience that we have lost as a society, and in his heart he possesses the power to overcome his struggles

i will be there, to hear your voice again, to hear the screams, to hold your hand
I will be there for him to listen, to support him through his pain, and to be a comforting presence in his life

I'm here to heal your suffering, in this song I hear your voice again
My intention is to help him heal from his pain, and through this song I hear him expressing his emotions and sharing his story once more

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