THE M… Read Full Bio ↴The Murder Of My Sweet is a Gothic Symphonic band from Sweden.
THE MURDER OF MY SWEET - A name inspired by the 1944 movie Murder, My Sweet. The path, beliefs and concept which the five members of the band share - the journey each of the members has endured finally led them to one another, building up to this point, to realizing common goals.
Formed by drummer, songwriter and producer Daniel Flores who after a few false starts of what was to become The Murder Of My Sweet just by coincidence came across the magnificent singer Angelica Rylin - well endowed with the right look, voice and talents, being exactly what Daniel was searching for. The rest of The Murder Of My Sweet’s line up was then rather easily recruited - guitarist Daniel Palmqvist, bass player Johan Niemann and keyboardist Andreas Lindahl all being mentally, creatively and spiritually the right combination to complete the perfect match.
The Murder Of My Sweet is simple yet stirring musical statement that expands the boundaries of what great music is all about. The band’s sound is rich in influence and yet distinctly unique. The lush melodic cinematic landscapes reflect the diversity of the five members own musical experiences. From Angelica’s soaring vocal melodies and sweeping choruses to the explosive layers of guitars from Palmqvist and the thrilling orchestratic keyboard arrangements painted by Andreas Lindahl backed by the bombastic and dynamic rhythms of Niemann and Flores. The resulting collaborations are a work both haunting and uplifting - fuelled by the curiosity of seeing where their burning ambitions will take them.
The material is mainly written by the wonder team Daniel and Angelica - but not without the inspiration spark and input from the other three members - with songs based on personal experiences, movies and books. The collection of material which has been selected for the bands debut album DIVANITY include all from dark subject matters to pure fiction. Kiss of Death takes a glimpse into the state of love where you give up your self for the desire to have or to do something that you know you should avoid while Bleed Me Dry describes the feeling of being different and wanting to go your own way in life. Follow The Rain is all about breaking a pattern from where you make the same mistakes over and over again into becoming a person with control of your life. The track Storms Of The Sea is a beautiful tale of a young woman on her quest around the world to seek her long lost lover and No Evil is the band’s encouragement to embrace the dark rather than being afraid of it.
The grand finale of the album is the larger than life and described by Rylin and Flores as The Murder Of My Sweet’s own “Bohemian Rhapsody” - a track call Death Of A Movie Star. A massive piece of music which will showcase The band’s dynamics with a sense of playfulness by switching from soft, rippling sounds and beats to limitless rage with beautiful melodies. Magnificent layers of voices shake hands with immeasurable capacity of energy.
The band’s aim is to create a distorted film noir vibe and experience - put the wonder, sadness, humor and sheer zest of life into their music tour de force. Playing it to the point where their drama explode - as the music and the words becomes the utmost expression of direct and ecstatic joy of pure being. The name DIVANITY is the bands own expression of diva, divine and vanity - all of them being essential ingredients in their debut album.
Mixed/produced by Flores and proudly mastered at Cutting Room by Swedish phenomenal sound engineer Mats Lindfors (Gorgoroth, Candlemass, Glenn Huges, Talisman), Divanity will be released by Frontiers Records in November 2009. The Murder Of My Sweet is highly excited to be working with such an experienced and talented label as Frontiers and feel extremely privileged to be band mates with bands such as Journey, Toto and Survivor to mention just a few.
Current lineup
Angelica Rylin - Vocals
Daniel Palmqvist - Guitar
Johan Niemann - Bass
Andreas Lindhal - Keyboards
Daniel Flores - Drums
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Reasons To Live
The Murder of My Sweet Lyrics
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I've walked through these mines so many times
I slaved for the man who pays my rent while I risk life
These walls that I've known for so long
Like I know the back of my hand
Betrayed us, now there is no sun
I've crawled through the mud in your name
No reason to lay down, give in
Yet so many reasons
Too many reasons to live
Brave men have been torn for so much less
Embarrassed to cry in front of each other
It's so dark no one dares to talk
The silence reveals who they are
No man will confess, unless it's under a blue sky
Who betrayed us? No there is no sun
What kind of man does this to me?
I've crawled through the mud in your name
No reason to lay down, give in
Yet so many reasons
If I survive, I'll kiss this ring
For you are the reason
You are my reason to live
There's no one here to aid my needs
It's all in the hands of God
I pray for you, so pray for me
Nothing will be solved, if our memories die with me
I pray for you, so pray for me
Won't let you go
What kind of God does this to me?
I've crawled through the mud in your name
No reason to lay down, give in
Yet so many reasons
Too many reasons to live
The lyrics to "Reasons To Live" by The Murder of My Sweet convey a sense of desperation and struggle in the face of adversity. The opening lines describe the singer's repeated journeys through dangerous situations, working for a demanding boss while risking their life. The walls that were once familiar and comforting have now betrayed them, leaving them feeling lost and without hope.
The lyrics pose a question to a higher power, questioning what kind of God would allow such suffering to befall them. Despite the hardships endured, the singer refuses to give up and surrender. They acknowledge that there are countless reasons to continue living, even in the face of overwhelming challenges.
The song then shifts its focus to the experiences of brave men who have endured even greater hardships, yet are too proud to show vulnerability in front of each other. The darkness surrounding them creates a silence that exposes their true selves. They only confess their struggles under the open sky, away from judgment and scrutiny. The question of betrayal is raised again, highlighting the absence of hope and sunshine.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more introspective. The singer questions what kind of man does this to them, suggesting that they might be blaming themselves or others for their suffering. However, they still hold onto a glimmer of hope and determination. They will kiss a symbolic ring, representing loyalty and devotion, because the person they adore is the reason they continue to push through the hardships of life.
In the final verses, the lyrics touch upon the isolation felt by the singer. They feel abandoned and left to face their struggles alone. Only through the hands of God can their needs be met, and they call upon prayers from both themselves and others. They make a plea to not let their memories fade away, understanding that it is through remembrance that solutions can be found. The song concludes with the acknowledgment that there are too many reasons to live, reaffirming the singer's determination to persevere.
Line by Line Meaning
I've walked through these mines so many times
I have gone through difficult and dangerous situations repeatedly
I slaved for the man who pays my rent while I risk life
I worked hard for someone who only cares about the money I bring, even though it puts my life in danger
These walls that I've known for so long
I am familiar with the environment and situation I am in
Like I know the back of my hand
I know it extremely well, as if it were a part of me
Betrayed us, now there is no sun
We have been deceived or let down, and now we only see darkness and despair
What kind of God does this to me?
Why would a higher power allow such suffering and injustice?
I've crawled through the mud in your name
I have endured hardships and struggled under the belief or influence of someone or something
No reason to lay down, give in
There is no justification for surrendering or giving up
Yet so many reasons
However, there are still numerous motivations or incentives
Too many reasons to live
There are countless things that make life worth living
Brave men have been torn for so much less
Valiant individuals have suffered greatly for minor or insignificant reasons
Embarrassed to cry in front of each other
They feel ashamed to show their emotions and vulnerability in each other's presence
It's so dark no one dares to talk
The situation is so bleak and tense that nobody is willing to speak up
The silence reveals who they are
The absence of words allows their true selves to become evident
No man will confess, unless it's under a blue sky
Men will only admit their actions or feelings in a safe and open environment
Who betrayed us? No there is no sun
Whoever betrayed us has plunged us into darkness and hopelessness
What kind of man does this to me?
How could someone do such harm and injustice to me?
If I survive, I'll kiss this ring
If I manage to survive, I will show immense gratitude or loyalty
For you are the reason
Because you, whoever or whatever it may be, are the motivation
You are my reason to live
You are the purpose or inspiration that keeps me going
There's no one here to aid my needs
There is nobody present to help me or provide for my necessities
It's all in the hands of God
Everything is under divine control or influence
I pray for you, so pray for me
I offer my prayers to you, hoping that you will also pray for me
Nothing will be solved, if our memories die with me
If our recollections are lost when I am gone, nothing will be resolved
Won't let you go
I will not allow you to be forgotten or abandoned
What kind of God does this to me?
What type of higher power allows me to experience such hardship and suffering?
I've crawled through the mud in your name
I have endured challenging circumstances while associating it with your name or belief
No reason to lay down, give in
There is no justification for surrender or resignation
Yet so many reasons
However, there exist numerous motivations or incentives
Too many reasons to live
There are countless things that make life worth living
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Daniel Flores, Angelica Rylin
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