A band from oslo, playing female fronted gothic r… Read Full Bio ↴The Crest (Norway)
A band from oslo, playing female fronted gothic rock with catchy melodies, massive guitars and a soothing female voice. They were formed in 1996 by Nell and Kristian Sigland. After some name and line-up changes the band decided on the name "THE CREST" in 1999, after recording their second demo. From this time the band developed their own, characteristic sound.
In 2001 The Crest recorded their first release, "Letters from Fire", in France, together with Terje Refsnes (producer of Tristania, Carpathian Forest, The Sins of thy Beloved).
In 2003 the band decided to take a sabbatical to regain time and energy to record their next album. Nell and Kristian dedicated some time for side project named "Rustflower Incorporated", experimenting with electronic music.
Furthermore, Nell succeed to the crown of Theatre of Tragedy's fired vocalist Liv Kristine.
In 2004 The Crest reunited and recorded their second album, "Vain City Chronicles" at the Top Room Studio in Norway.
"Vain City Chronicles" shows, according to the band, "a heavier, more guitar-based side of the band, while still focusing on the characteristic melancholic melodies and of course Nell's soothing voice."
In October 2010, Nell and Kristian stated that The Crest has split up to enable other projects.
Line Up:
Nell Sigland - vocals
Kristian Sigland - guitars, programming
Stian Aarebrot - guitars
Klaus Blomvik - drums
Magnus Westgaard - bass guitar
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The Crest (USA)
Formed in 1997, Madison, Wisconsin's - the CREST, have been holding it down. Emcee's Jack Cracker and AD, along with producers Jason Blare and Skrabble make up the group. Signed to Uprising Records in 2004. Became known due to a song from them which was in the game NBA2k7, named Heart Shaped Box
My War
The Crest Lyrics
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Mean no harm, but I'm trained to unarm what may strike us all.
Doesn't matter anymore, 'cos all that was left has escaped through my open door.
It doesn't matter anymore, and it's all 'cos of you.
So I whisper; I would do anything to find someone like you.
Do you think you relate, do you think you're like me somehow?
Doesn't matter anymore, 'cos all that was left has escaped through my open door.
The Crest's song, My War, is about a soldier who is trained to fight and kill in order to protect others. The opening lyrics describe the soldier's mindset as he aims for potential threats, but he also acknowledges that he doesn't mean any harm. The soldier is trained to be vigilant, and his actions are motivated by his desire to protect his own, rather than to cause destruction.
The chorus of the song emphasizes a change in the soldier's attitude. He sings, "It doesn't matter anymore, 'cos all that was left has escaped through my open door. It doesn't matter anymore, and it's all 'cos of you." The soldier is acknowledging that he has reached a turning point, and his priorities have shifted. He has lost something valuable, and he is no longer willing to continue down the same path. The line, "So I whisper; I would do anything to find someone like you," suggests that the soldier is seeking human connection and compassion, something that has been lacking in his life up until this point.
Line by Line Meaning
Someone staring, I aim for the sniper behind the wall.
I notice someone suspicious and I prepare to defend myself against any threat.
Mean no harm, but I'm trained to unarm what may strike us all.
I have no intention of causing harm, but I am skilled to protect myself and others from danger.
Doesn't matter anymore, 'cos all that was left has escaped through my open door.
What once mattered or remained is no longer relevant or present due to my choices and actions.
It doesn't matter anymore, and it's all 'cos of you.
My current perspective and experiences were influenced by the actions of someone else.
So I whisper; I would do anything to find someone like you.
I express a longing to find someone who has had a significant impact on my life.
Do you think you relate, do you think you're like me somehow?
I inquire if the person I am speaking to can empathize with me or has similar experiences.
Let me tell you; who challange the waters, is sure to drown.
I warn that those who take on risky or dangerous situations are likely to face negative consequences.
Contributed by Olivia I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.