The band released Awaken through Peaceville Records in 1996. Allender left during the recording of the band's follow up album, Mystica, released in 1997, again through Peaceville Records. Benjamin Ryan quit the band some time in April 1998, and by May, the rest of the unit folded shop and the band fell to ashes.
In 2002, Peaceville released The Blood Divine compilation album Rise Pantheon Dreams. The tracklist included songs from both Awaken and Mystica, as well as two previously-unreleased tracks ("Revolt" and "Forever Belongs"), a live version of "Aureole", and a live cover of The Osmonds' "Crazy Horses".
Allender later rejoined Cradle of Filth. Sarginson briefly joined Cradle of Filth before the band settled in with Swedish drummer Adrian Erlandsson.
Mystica
The Blood Divine Lyrics
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I'm so blessed
That I have eyes to see such a treasure
As is you
Mystica, I believe you
I cannot imagine
I'd miss your smile
I'd miss your eyes
So I thank the fates that I'm not blind
Mystica, I believe you
Will you believe me?
Even when empowered
By the graceful light of a Nubian dawn
When I turn to meet your gaze
I know that you are the one
That you are the one
Who can comfort me and ease me
From idle misery help to...
Take me away to your world of blissful dreams...
Release me, release me from pain
I've been embraced
I'm so blessed
That I have eyes to see such a treasure
As is you
Mystica, I believe you
Will you believe me?
The lyrics to The Blood Divine's song Mystica speak of a deep affection and appreciation for someone named Mystica. The singer feels lucky to have eyes that can see such a treasure as Mystica and expresses gratitude for being able to see her smile and eyes. The singer cannot imagine not being able to see Mystica again and asks if she will believe in him as he believes in her. The singer sees Mystica as a source of comfort and ease from their idle misery and pain. The singer longs to be taken away to Mystica's world of blissful dreams.
The song paints a picture of love and admiration between two individuals, with Mystica being portrayed as a perfect and comforting presence in the singer's life. The singer also implies that their love is reciprocated by Mystica, as she has the power to ease their pain and take them to a world of happiness. Overall, Mystica seems to represent a deeply meaningful and transformative force in the singer's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been embraced
I have found a sense of belonging and acceptance.
I'm so blessed
I feel incredibly lucky and favored by a higher power.
That I have eyes to see such a treasure
I am grateful for the ability to see and appreciate the beauty in the world.
As is you
You are a treasure and something of great value to me.
Mystica, I believe you
I trust in and have faith in you, Mystica.
I cannot imagine
It is impossible for me to conceive of a world without you.
To not see you one more time
If I never saw you again, it would be unbearable.
I'd miss your smile
I would miss the joy and happiness you bring to my life.
I'd miss your eyes
Your eyes are a window into your soul and I would miss the connection we share.
So I thank the fates that I'm not blind
I am grateful for the ability to see and experience the world, especially with you in it.
Will you believe me?
Do you trust and have faith in me, Mystica?
Even when empowered
Even when I feel strong and powerful.
By the graceful light of a Nubian dawn
By the beautiful, serene light of a new day in Nubia.
When I turn to meet your gaze
When I look into your eyes and connect with you.
I know that you are the one
I feel a deep connection to you and know that you are my soulmate.
Who can comfort me and ease me
You have the ability to soothe and console me and make me feel better.
From idle misery help to...
Help me overcome feelings of sadness and despair.
Take me away to your world of blissful dreams...
Transport me to a place of happiness and contentment in your world.
Release me, release me from pain
Free me from the physical and emotional pain I am feeling.
Contributed by Alexandra M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Antonio Sagrado
Masterpiece in time:
0:00 Mystica
4:17 As Rapture Fades
7:40 Visions in Blue
12:09 The Passion Reigns
15:04 Leaving Me Helpless
18:09 Visions Part II: Event Horizon
20:11 I Believe
22:53 Enhanced by Your Touch
24:48 Sensual Ecstasy
28:51 Fear of a Lonely World
35:20 Prayer
Antonio Sagrado
Masterpiece in time:
0:00 Mystica
4:17 As Rapture Fades
7:40 Visions in Blue
12:09 The Passion Reigns
15:04 Leaving Me Helpless
18:09 Visions Part II: Event Horizon
20:11 I Believe
22:53 Enhanced by Your Touch
24:48 Sensual Ecstasy
28:51 Fear of a Lonely World
35:20 Prayer
Metal Assaults
Aquí canta el primer vocal de Anathema 🤘😲🤘 el de serenades
Nicholas Jones
Heavy Anathema styled doom w ex cradle of filth members!!!! 🤘🤘
Guitar Mogul
Daz was funny as. I used to pick him up from Darlington station for the sessions, in my Rolls Canhardly. Lovely band and a great album X
Mülham Samer
28:50 fear of a lonely world
Женя Женя
🤘
Женя Женя
Трек лист можно?
Richard Crook
Such a weird record, still don't know what to make of it.
BrokxMedia
That was my first thought when I ran into a copy in 2001 in Amsterdam. Still regret I did not buy it. Never saw a copy again. The release of Rise Pantheon Dreams made me realise my mistake.
This upload confirms it.
It is unusual for sure.
Richard Crook
@BrokxMedia Rise Pantheon Dreams was going to be the title of Anathema's Silent Enigma record before Darren left. Your mentioning Amsterdam has just reminded me of The Gathering. I was really into these goth metal bands in the 90s,