Juraj Grezdo joins the band after splitting up with Nailed Nazarene. The name Bastard is changed to Fatal Infection and by the end of 1994 the demo Behind the Doors of Sorrow is recorded.
The old name doesn't fit the new material, so it's changed into Thalarion meaning the ancient city of mad poets and flying demons (see Lovecraft's story A White Ship). In March 1996 the first album Towards the Obscure Slumberland is released through Hallelujjah Prod..
The MCD Dominium Unfold (1996) for the US label Wild Rags Records has never been released.
Nevertheless in December 1998 the second album is released through Mighty Music. The Tales Of The Woods... Thus Was Written album is well received by the world metal scene.
Their third album Four Elements Mysterium is marked with 1998 Nela Horvathova's vocals. Nela has also done backing vocals on Tales Of The Woods... Thus was Written.
In November 2002 Mighty Music releases the fourth Thalarion album Tunes of Despondency. After the more gothic Four Elements Mysterium the band changes to a faster and more agressive music going closer to their debut album Towards the Obscure Slumberland.
In 2004 the fifth album Hellium is released. Now there are no keyboards or female vocals (Nela Horvathova is now in Disanchely). The new member Michal (guitar) joins the band and takes a great part in writing material.
Current band members
Juraj Grezdo - vocals, keyboards and Slovak flute
Juraj Schlosser - guitar
Michal Zaќko - guitar
Peter Bartakoviи - bass
Jozef Lukac - drums
...through the Sleeping Nightland
Thalarion Lyrics
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Running before the time we shall enter the dreams
Through the neverending walls of sleep
Where the clouds whisper our names
Come with me, touch me
We shall go in the nightfall
So that no light will weaken our eyes
So that no light will weaken our sight
Become my torch in the realm of night
Behold the nightsky where midnight stars
Slowly move by the space of the darkness
Read from the stars the course of centuries
And listen to the melodies of the falling stones
Come with me, touch me
We shall go in the nightfall
So that no light will weaken our eyes
Become my fire in the land of ice
So that no light will weaken our sight
Become my torch in the realm of night
Come with me, take my hand
We shall wander through the sleeping nightland
To find the monuments of Slavic arts
And the past heathen times
Follow me into land of our dreams
Where the magic stones determine our destinies
Your hand in mine we shall enter the dreams
Through the mysterious walls of sleep
“Through the Sleeping Nightland” by Thalarion is a song that speaks to the idea of escaping reality through one's dreams to explore the unknown depths of the dream world. The singers of the lyrics invite their listener to join them in the exploration of the dream world. The opening lines, “Come with me, take my hand, running before the time we shall enter the dreams”, paint the idea of urgency, that the dream world is only accessible for a short while and we must hurry to enter it. The singers emphasize the importance of staying in the dream world, “so that no light will weaken our eyes”, indicating that the real world is filled with the distractions of light that could take us away from our dreams.
The song draws inspiration from the stars and the sky in depicting the dream world. The starry nights are where the midnight stars “slowly move by the space of the darkness.” The stars speak of the centuries that have passed, and the melody that is heard when the stones fall. The song then suggests seeking out the monuments of Slavic arts and the past heathen times in the dream world. It describes it as a land of magic stones that determine our destinies, and holding hands with the singer will allow one to enter through the mysterious walls of sleep.
Overall, “Through the Sleeping Nightland” is a song that speaks of the beauty and mystery of the dream world. It encourages its listener to leave the distractions of reality behind and explore the wonders of the dream world.
Line by Line Meaning
Come with me, take my hand
Let us embark on this journey together. We will hold hands and face the unknown.
Running before the time we shall enter the dreams
We must hurry before the opportunity passes us by. We'll enter a dream state where anything is possible.
Through the neverending walls of sleep
We'll traverse the endless expanse of slumber. A place where time and space have no bearing.
Where the clouds whisper our names
The atmosphere is alive with the promise of adventure. The clouds beckon to us, calling us by name.
Come with me, touch me
Stay close to me, let us merge into one. Our minds will be linked on this adventure.
We shall go in the nightfall
Our journey will begin under the cover of darkness. We'll find our way through the shadows.
So that no light will weaken our eyes
The darkness will preserve our senses. We'll be able to see everything with crystal clarity.
Become my fire in the land of ice
When we reach places where the world is cold and unwelcoming, become my light and warmth.
So that no light will weaken our sight
We'll see everything as it truly is. There will be no distractions from the beauty around us.
Become my torch in the realm of night
Guide me through the darkness. Be the light that illuminates our path.
Behold the nightsky where midnight stars
Look up at the starry sky and be amazed. It's an endless tapestry of wonder.
Slowly move by the space of the darkness
The stars seem to move through the void of the night. It's as if they're alive and dancing.
Read from the stars the course of centuries
The stars can show us the way through time. They hold the secrets of our past and future.
And listen to the melodies of the falling stones
Nature creates music through the sounds of rock and rain. Listen carefully to hear her song.
We shall wander through the sleeping nightland
We're free to explore this land of dreams. We'll wander together and discover its secrets.
To find the monuments of Slavic arts
The art of the Slavic people is waiting to be discovered. We'll marvel at their ancient creativity.
And the past heathen times
The old ways are hidden in the nightland. We'll learn about the beliefs and practices of our ancestors.
Follow me into land of our dreams
I'll be your guide as we enter this world of fantasy. Trust me to lead you safely through the unknown.
Where the magic stones determine our destinies
We'll encounter strange and powerful objects in this realm. Our fates may be altered by their influence.
Your hand in mine we shall enter the dreams
We'll enter together hand in hand. Our bond will protect us from the dangers of the unknown.
Through the mysterious walls of sleep
We'll pass into a world beyond our understanding. The journey will leave us forever changed.
Contributed by Sophia M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.