Never a band to follow musical trends, The Kordz have instead been at the forefront of the emergence of Middle Eastern alt-rock and metal, effortlessly blending together guitar riff-driven rock with incredibly funky grooves and Arabic instrumentation, rhythms, and melodies. Its live shows have inspired legions of dedicated fans, and the group is known for shaking more than a few rafters during the course of a night's work.
The Kordz worked with Grammy Nominee producer Ulrich Wild (Deftones, Static X, White Zombie, Breaking Benjamin) in Canada, Los Angeles and Lebanon on their latest L.P "Beauty & the East” which effortlessly combines opposite, divergent, musical worlds in a stark reflection of the band’s origin in being the living proof of coexistence of various beliefs and different mindsets. Probably for the first time, these worlds have been engineered on such a high professional level, serving fans of modern alternative rock, traditional Arabic harmonies and those people always searching for something unique. Mark LeVine, Grammy-winning musician and author of Heavy Metal Islam, describes The Kordz as "without a doubt the best rock band from Morocco to Pakistan, and perhaps anywhere. The new album will be remembered as the avant-garde for a revolution in rock music, in which bands from the Middle East take the lead in shaping the sound of rock and metal in the new millennium. The Kordz are setting the standard for the most powerful and innovative live and recorded rock anywhere on the planet."
“Beauty & the East” is the result of the band members’ musical, social, and spiritual life experiences. It is a blend of several musical and cultural influences, as well as a clear message for change. It's not just the music that's groundbreaking; the lyrics tackle social problems, politics, change, love and acceptance - global issues that can be applied anywhere, not just the strife-ridden Middle East where the band hails from. That's not to say The Kordz are primarily a political band; rather, they are constantly pushing to transform the standard rock idioms with the experiences gained by growing-up in the hard and often harsh reality of life in a war zone. As Moe says, "It's not just about one band, in one country. It's not just about us being from the Arab world; It's about people - everywhere - all feeling this universal thing”. Many years already, and in some ways only just getting started…
THE KORDZ, “Beauty & the East” will be released in Europe during the first quarter 2012 through an international record company, following the band support, July 2011, as special guests, rock legends DEEP PURPLE for the icons’ Orchestral German summer tour, as well as they headlined other shows in Germany and Czech republic, and lately they have participated in the “Festival du Monde Arabe” creation entitled “Charabia” in Montreal, Canada along with a Classical Orchestra and Sufi singer, and other artists.
For The Kordz, poised on the edge of global success, that universal thing could turn out to be very, very big.
The Kordz lineup: Moe Hamzeh (Vocals), Nadim Sioufi (Guitar), Mazen Siblini (Keyboards), Alan Azar (Guitar), Souheil ‘Sous’ Moukaddem (Drums), Nadim Abou Chakra (Bass)
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The Garden
The Kordz Lyrics
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Stayed until when I found a way to a garden
I looked around me saw faces staring at me
Said where have you been we've always been expecting
Someone or anyone who can show them the way to find
The ray of light here in the garden
Someone or anyone who can tell them
I have opened a door that washed away all my pain
I tried to ignore creepy voices chanting my name
I breath so deeply as I was flowing freely
Down through the river back to my garden
Life is just a whisper into the ears of heaven
WORDS BY: M. HAMZEH
MUSIC BY: N. SIOUFI, M. SIBLINI, M. HAMZEH
"The Garden" by The Kordz is a song that speaks to the idea of finding one's place in the world, both literally and metaphorically. The lyrics invite the listener to reflect on their own journey towards finding a sense of purpose and belonging. The song begins with the singer on the "outskirts of heaven," suggesting that they have been searching for a higher meaning or purpose. They have found their way "to a garden," which can be interpreted as a metaphor for a place of peace and contentment. However, the singer realizes that they are not alone in the garden, but in fact, there are faces staring at them. These faces represent people who are searching for the same sense of belonging and purpose as the singer. They ask the singer, "where have you been, we've always been expecting" someone to show them the way, to find the "ray of light" here in the garden. The second verse addresses the singer's journey to find this sense of purpose. They have "opened a door that washed away all [their] pain" but have also had to ignore "creepy voices chanting [their] name." This suggests that the singer has faced adversity in their journey, but they have persevered and come out on the other side. They breathe "so deeply" and feel as though they are "flowing freely" down a river, back to their garden. The final lines of the song, "Life is just a whisper into the ears of heaven," express the idea that life is fleeting and that it is essential to find meaning and purpose while it lasts.
Line by Line Meaning
Where have I been on the outskirts of heaven
I've been lost and distant from my spiritual home and purpose.
Stayed until when I found a way to a garden
I kept searching until I discovered a place where I belonged and felt at peace.
I looked around me saw faces staring at me
I saw others around me who were also searching for a deeper meaning and purpose.
Said where have you been we've always been expecting
They questioned and expected me to help guide them towards a more fulfilling life.
Someone or anyone who can show them the way to find
Everyone is searching for someone who can help them find their true purpose and path in life.
The ray of light here in the garden
The garden represents a place of enlightenment and finding one's true self.
Someone or anyone who can tell them
People are looking for someone who can offer guidance and help in navigating their lives.
The way how we live our life here in the garden
The garden represents a way of living that is fulfilling and true to oneself.
I have opened a door that washed away all my pain
I found a path towards healing that helped me overcome my past hurts and struggles.
I tried to ignore creepy voices chanting my name
Although I encountered obstacles and negative influences along the way, I persevered towards my goal.
I breath so deeply as I was flowing freely
I experienced a sense of release and contentment as I found my place in the garden.
Down through the river back to my garden
The journey towards fulfillment is ongoing and requires a constant effort to remain connected to one's true path.
Life is just a whisper into the ears of heaven
Our existence on earth is brief and fleeting compared to the eternal significance of our souls.
Contributed by Jason O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MrBixbix
Life is just a whisper into the ears of heaven. Love it :)
FREDDOPSG
ITS COOL I LOVE THIS :)
BORO KIRAKOSYAN
ITS RELY COOOOOOOOOOOOOL I LIKE THIS MUSIC ;)))