TERAMAZE:
Dean Wells- Vocals / Guitars
Chris Zoupa- Guitar
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Dean Wells- Vocals / Guitars
Chris Zoupa- Guitar
Andrew Cameron- Bass Guitar
Nick Ross- Drums

Hard work pays off in the world of music; band after band trying to plant their own flag in whatever scene pertains to their music. Sometimes it takes one album, sometimes it takes more. Persistence pays off, and Melbourne, Australia’s Teramaze know a thing or two about keeping their heads up.

Teramaze was originally formed during lead guitarist/producer Dean Well’s teenage years. The band put out a couple albums in the early years, but it wasn’t until the release of Anhedonia in 2012 that Wells felt the modern version of Teramaze actually began. That third album was met with critical acclaim, as was the follow up of 2014’s Esoteric Symbolism, which saw the quartet making a bolder statement and taking no prisoners to flex their musical muscle even further. , Teramaze have arrived with their cinematic Her Halo. This new beginning not only brings about more potential, but promise as well.

Wells will tell you himself that the Teramaze sound is assembled within the framework of the songwriting. Regardless of that focus, there is certainly a lot more than simply a faint slither of technicality due to the intricate musical bravado brushing up against the melodies, tunefully brandishing a smoothly executed soundscape while retaining the sheer loudness minus the belligerent anxiety. No wasting time trying to figure out where a solo should be, what type of insane time signature can be put in, and so on. The music shines, not blinds. Even with that melodic sensibility in tow, these guys don’t limit themselves to the confines of what stereotypical prog-metal is, as their catchy sonatas emphasize both the precision minded musicianship and melodies with divine harmonious vigor.

“It was very much a conscious decision to focus on the songs,” elaborates Wells, “Our music is all about the song as a whole. If a melody only needs a slow guitar solo with only three notes, then so be it. There’s no need to add anything else that might take away from the track itself. If we focus on the songwriting, we can appeal to musicians or anybody who loves good music.”

Even as the skeletal design of Her Halo is glued together by a proven song structure, the record possesses a concept. The narrative is wrapped around the subject matter of the ups and downs of dealing with fame, being persona non grata, love triangles, and the thin line between passion and friendship; issues which we all can relate to. Combine those themes around anthem riddled tunes and it’s a recipe for a fleshly executed record with a wide appeal that will appeal to musicians and music fans alike. Her Halo has massive potential to reach a broader base of fans; metal heads, straight out proggers who might otherwise like their heavy ear candy in moderation, AOR and melodic rock junkies that want to hear more out of the songs, and of course, the faithful ProgPower crowd, where the blood runs thick amongst that scene.

The first single off Her Halo will be “Out of Subconscious” which features fierce tempos, poignant touches of darkness, soaring axe attack, angelic harmonies, and a hauntingly dramatic music video. Followed up by the beautifully orchestrated title track, “Her Halo.”

Through the Madness
Teramaze Lyrics

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You’re everything I wish to be
And everything you have you seem to take for granted
When I saw you through the madness
You just stared at me blankly
Crucified my love
Severed from these ties again
You have taken far too long

When I saw you through the madness
And the distance in your face
If I trust in you
Will you be there diluted and erased

Now I see you with the weak,
Blindly sifting away, this is not from me
Did I torment you with madness
My baby if only you knew
Severed from these ties again
You have taken far too long

When I saw you through the madness
And the distance in your face
If I trust in you
Will you be there diluted and disgraced
You just stared at me blankly
When I trust in you
Should you be there diluted and erased

Loaded – You can’t let go
You left me – I left you alone

This madness – I’m sorry
I still need – Just let me

You just stared at me blankly
This madness – I’m sorry
I still need – Just let me
And I saw you through the madness
And the distance in your face
This madness – I’m sorry
I still need – Just let me

If I trust in you
Will you be there diluted and erased

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Teramaze's song "Through the Madness" capture the emotions of a person who is desperately trying to hold on to a relationship that seems to be slipping away. The singer starts by expressing admiration for their partner, who possesses qualities they aspire to have themselves but takes for granted. However, the partner's unresponsive behavior leaves the singer feeling crucified and severed from the ties that bind them. The chorus repeats the phrase "when I saw you through the madness," referring to a moment when the singer realizes the emotional distance that has grown between them and their partner. The singer is torn between the desire to trust their partner and the fear of being let down and diluted, erased, or disgraced.

The song continues with a series of conflicting thoughts: the singer wonders if they tormented their partner with madness, questions their partner's loyalty, feels sorry for the madness and begs for forgiveness, and still hopes for a chance to reconcile. The song ends with the repetition of the phrase "This madness - I'm sorry, I still need - just let me," which highlights the singer's internal struggle between the desire to hold on and the need to let go.

Overall, "Through the Madness" is a powerful and raw exploration of the complexities of relationships and the pain of letting go.

Line by Line Meaning

You’re everything I wish to be
The singer admires and desires the qualities possessed by someone else.

And everything you have you seem to take for granted
The person being addressed does not appreciate the things they have in life.

When I saw you through the madness
The singer encountered the person during a chaotic or difficult time.

You just stared at me blankly
The person being addressed did not respond or show emotion when the artist interacted with them.

Crucified my love
The artist's feelings of love were rejected or hurt by the person being addressed.

Severed from these ties again
The singer's connection or relationship with the person has been broken before.

You have taken far too long
The person being addressed has been slow or unresponsive in some way.

And the distance in your face
The person being addressed appears distant or disconnected from the artist.

If I trust in you
The artist is considering placing trust in the person being addressed.

Will you be there diluted and erased
The artist worries that the person being addressed will not be fully present or committed.

Now I see you with the weak
The singer has observed the person being addressed associating with people who are not strong or admirable.

Blindly sifting away, this is not from me
The person being addressed is distancing themselves without reason or explanation, and the artist is not the cause.

Did I torment you with madness
The singer questions if their actions or behavior caused harm or distress to the person being addressed.

My baby if only you knew
The singer wishes the person being addressed could understand their perspective or feelings.

Severed from these ties again
The singer's connection or relationship with the person has been broken before.

When I trust in you
The artist is considering placing trust in the person being addressed.

Should you be there diluted and erased
The artist worries that the person being addressed will not be fully present or committed.

Loaded – You can’t let go
The situation is emotionally charged and difficult to move past.

You left me – I left you alone
Both parties feel abandoned or separated from each other.

This madness – I’m sorry
The artist acknowledges that their actions or behavior were harmful, and expresses remorse.

I still need – Just let me
The artist still desires a connection or relationship with the person being addressed, but wants to be left to pursue it on their own terms.

Contributed by Evan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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