Guitarist Rick Joyce, vocalist Jeff Diehm, and bassist Peter J. Gorritz rely on many years of working together in the stage and studio combined with a wealth of varied musical styles and influences between them to forge a sound that is solid and consistent yet flexible enough to constantly evolve.
Years of friendship and shared triumphs and tragedies have also helped the 3 principle members keep the band going strong in situations where many would have given up. The rigors and hazards of life on the road, the constant challenge of being an independent rock band in a world of Major Label competition, Pop Divas and American Idol; even the tragic death of longtime drummer Ivan Dominguez have not been able to slow the bands momentum and desire to succeed.
The Last Dance have released 6 full length albums, along with several E.P.s and Limited Edition releases. They have also been featured performers on innumerable compilations released worldwide, including international magazines and Hot Topic exclusives. They have performed exhilarating live shows on stages of all sizes in clubs, halls, and indoor and outdoor festivals throughout North and Latin America and Europe and are expected to be hitting Asia and Australia in the near future.
The Last Dance are also no strangers to the world of visual entertainment. They have had their music featured on MTV's "Made", on ABC news, and they have appeared and performed on the Fox Reality show "The Search For The Next Elvira". They have a video for their single "Once Beautiful", courtesy of acclaimed director Sandy Collora, and are the subject of director Rocky Costanzo's recent DVD documentary "Almost Beautiful", filmed during the recording and subsequent U.S. tour for the "Once Beautiful" album.
With a history like this and no signs of slowing down, it's no wonder that The Last Dance have a loyal and devoted following worldwide and are picking up new fans every day. But the best way to get to know The Last Dance is not by reading a bio. Listen to the music. Watch the video. See a show.
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Fairytale
The Last Dance Lyrics
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My voice is the river
Take from me I fade into you
These eyes see more than window dressings
And stoic virtue of mannequins
Somewhere beyond the world of single dimension
Beyond the façade of the sensual
Where nothing cuts you deeper than your own blade
I am, I am insatiable
I can, I can be anything
I am, I am insatiable
I can, I am my enemy
Seen through these eyes I am predictable,
I am made of stone
Walk the narrow line where nothing cuts you
deeper than your own blade
I am the storm, my voice is the river,
Take from me I fade into you
Fade the corridors, fade the black world into this fairytale
Fade, take to the sky
The Last Dance’s “Fairytale” is a powerful and introspective song that delves deep into human complexities. The opening line “I am the storm” sets the pace for the song’s tone, which is intense and powerful. The song’s meaning is all about the singer’s persona, how their voice and impact can create a destructive force like a storm, but equally, it has the potential to be just as serene and calming as a river.
The lyrics describe an individual with a deep understanding of their own identity but who is also aware of the facade of the world around them. They see through the superficial nature of society’s values, which at times promotes sensual pleasure over deeper emotional connections. In this context, their sword or blade represents not only the means of self-defense against external harm but also the harm that they inflict upon themselves. The chorus of the song reinforces this idea of the singer’s contradiction where they acknowledge being both insatiable and the cause of their suffering.
Throughout the song, the lyrics evoke images of transformation and evolution. The singer implies that their transformation is ongoing, and they will continue to evolve in the future. This transformation has the potential to be both destructive and optimistic, depending on the choices that they make. Overall, the song encourages introspection and self-reflection on one’s actions and the impact they have on the self and others.
Line by Line Meaning
I am the storm
I am powerful and unpredictable.
My voice is the river
My words flow and can carve paths through anything.
Take from me I fade into you
If you take from me, I will become a part of you.
These eyes see more than window dressings
I am perceptive and see beyond the surface level.
And stoic virtue of mannequins
I see beyond fake displays of strength and bravery.
Somewhere beyond the world of single dimension
There is more to life than what we see and know.
Beyond the façade of the sensual
There is more to attraction and pleasure than just physical appearances.
Where nothing cuts you deeper than your own blade
The most destructive force is often ourselves.
Fairytale
What follows is a dream-like story or scenario.
I am, I am insatiable
I have an unquenchable appetite for everything.
I can, I can be anything
There is nobody who can stop me from achieving anything.
I am, I am insatiable
My desires are limitless.
I can, I am my enemy
My own flaws and shortcomings are my biggest obstacles.
Seen through these eyes I am predictable,
Others may think they know me well and can predict my behavior.
I am made of stone
I am tough and unyielding.
Walk the narrow line where nothing cuts you
Strive for balance and avoid extremes.
Deeper than your own blade
Your own actions and decisions can cause the most harm.
Take from me I fade into you
If you take something from me, it becomes a part of you and can change you.
Fade the corridors, fade the black world into this fairytale
Escape from the dark and mundane and enter into a more magical and imaginative realm.
Fade, take to the sky
Disappearing into the unknown, soaring above it all.
Contributed by Cole E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ky0dai
on Wonderlust
This song reflects what many of us felt while growing up - that what everyone else, what the "popular kids" had, was "normal", and that we had left. And the wistful longing we had to be like them, but being trapped inside who we really are - which is someone *not like everyone else*.