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
Triangle
The Crest Lyrics
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Counting you the triads is complete
In black and blue our home reflects
The beauty of the night
The captain wants to see you
Come along
Nine thousand fathoms
Triangle
Welcome to the inner halls of triton
Nemo here has got the expertise
Let us bond with whales so they can
Keep us entertained
The air is thick but boredom
Hits the brain
Nine thousand fathoms
The escape is complete
Blue magic sparks
In the air that I breathe
Triangle
The lyrics to "Triangle," by The Crest, create a vivid and intriguing image - that of a castle underwater. The singer is inviting someone to join them in this castle, where they have just finished "counting the triads." There is a sense of tension in the air as the singer mentions that their "home reflects the beauty of the night," yet is "in black and blue." It is not clear whether the singer is a prisoner of the captain, or whether they live in this castle voluntarily.
As the lyrics progress, we learn that the singer is not the only one in this underwater castle - there is also a character named Nemo, who has "expertise" in some mysterious subject. The singer suggests they bond with whales to stave off boredom in the stifling atmosphere. There is a palpable sense of claustrophobia and danger in the song, emphasized by the repeated reference to "Nine thousand fathoms" and the titular "Triangle."
The Triangle in question may refer to the Bermuda Triangle, a region in the Atlantic Ocean that is infamous for the number of ships and planes that have mysteriously disappeared there. The images of a castle underwater, a captain, and the potential danger of the Triangle all contribute to a sense of foreboding and tension that is both captivating and chilling.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to my castle under water
The singer is inviting the listener to a place under water that they consider their castle.
Counting you the triads is complete
The singer feels a sense of completeness or wholeness with the listener's presence, represented by the completion of the triads.
In black and blue our home reflects
The underwater home is colorfully depicted in hues of blue and black.
The beauty of the night
The beauty of the underwater world is comparable to that of the night sky.
The captain wants to see you
The captain of this underwater world is beckoning the listener to come and meet them.
Come along
The singer is encouraging the listener to follow them on this adventure.
Nine thousand fathoms
The depth at which they are is represented by the measurement of distance in fathoms.
The escape is complete
The singer has escaped something, possibly reality or the normal world, and has fully embraced this underwater world.
Triangle
The title of the song serves as a metaphor for the complexity of the situation or relationship being described.
Welcome to the inner halls of triton
The listener is now invited to even more exclusive and private parts of this underwater world.
Nemo here has got the expertise
The character Nemo is an expert in this underwater world.
Let us bond with whales so they can
The singer is suggesting that they bond with the whales in order to gain a deeper respect and appreciation for them.
Keep us entertained
The whales not only have value in the underwater world as living creatures, but can also provide entertainment.
The air is thick but boredom
Despite the thick air, which might cause discomfort or distress, boredom is the main issue at hand.
Hits the brain
The boredom is affecting the singer mentally.
Blue magic sparks
The underwater world is full of a magical energy, depicted here as blue sparks.
In the air that I breathe
The blue sparks are almost tangible, infused in the air that the singer breathes in this underwater world.
Triangle
The title of the song is repeated for emphasis at the end, symbolizing the importance of the complex relationship or situation being described.
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