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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Rise Above
The Murder of My Sweet Lyrics
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The street preachers run for cover
I barely know where I still stand
For some reason
There's omission
But everything is plain at hand
Makes the sobbing News right at prime time
Tastes definitely so bitter sweet
That my voice still lacks a vote
So every time I try to rise above
It's kind of like I hide my head in sand
Father's sacred rules
Born in doom and gloom
But I am still immune
And even if I try to rise above
I'm forced down to denounce this perfect plan
Ridiculed and mocked
When down for the count
You would listen up
If I was a man
It's a man's world says the radio
But I could care less about that
There's a wind now
And it's blowing
It drastically makes a change
Bridge
So every time I try to rise above
It's kind of like I hide my head in sand
Father's sacred rules
Born in doom and gloom
But I am still immune
And even if I try to rise above
I'm forced down to denounce this perfect plan
Ridiculed and mocked
When down for the count
You would listen up
If I was you dad
It's like I'm living in your shadow
Now and forever
I'm trying to make a point in time
It feels much better
To write a letter
It's how I cope to rise above
Chorus
The lyrics of "Rise Above" by The Murder of My Sweet convey a sense of inner conflict and struggle against societal expectations and limitations. The song begins with a sense of confusion and uncertainty, as the singer grapples with their own identity and standing in the world. The mention of street preachers running for cover suggests a chaotic and tumultuous environment, with the singer feeling disconnected from their surroundings.
As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the injustices and tragedies that occur in the world, represented by the "miraculous forsaken man" making headlines. Despite the bitterness of reality, the singer feels powerless to enact change or have their voice heard. This sense of helplessness is juxtaposed with a desire to rise above and challenge the status quo, yet constantly feeling constrained and silenced.
The lyrics touch upon themes of societal expectations and gender roles, with the mention of "It's a man's world says the radio" highlighting the pervasive influence of cultural norms. The singer expresses a defiance towards these limitations, asserting that they could care less about conforming to such narrow definitions. The use of repetition in the chorus emphasizes the struggle to break free from societal constraints and assert one's individuality.
The bridge delves deeper into the internal conflict of the singer, emphasizing their attempts to assert their voice and identity while feeling overshadowed by others, particularly by a father figure. The reference to writing a letter as a coping mechanism suggests a cathartic outlet for expressing emotions and striving to rise above the obstacles and expectations imposed upon them. Overall, "Rise Above" is a poignant exploration of individual agency, societal pressures, and the constant push and pull between conformity and rebellion.
Line by Line Meaning
The street preachers run for cover
People who try to preach or impose their beliefs on others avoid confrontation when faced with resistance.
I barely know where I still stand
I am uncertain about my current position or beliefs.
For some reason
Without a clear explanation or justification.
There's omission
There is something missing or left unsaid.
But everything is plain at hand
Despite the confusion, everything is still clear and easily identifiable.
A miraculous forsaken man
An extraordinary person who has been abandoned or forgotten.
Makes the sobbing News right at prime time
This person's unfortunate story gets highlighted on the news when most people are watching.
Tastes definitely so bitter sweet
The situation is a mix of both good and bad emotions.
That my voice still lacks a vote
I feel like my opinion or voice does not have an impact or influence.
It's like I'm living in your shadow
I feel overshadowed or influenced by someone else, possibly a father figure.
Now and forever
This feeling has been persistent and will continue to be a factor in my life.
I'm trying to make a point in time
I am attempting to make a significant impact or statement at this moment.
It feels much better
Expressing myself or coping in this way brings relief and comfort.
To write a letter
Using written communication as a form of release or coping mechanism.
It's how I cope to rise above
This method of dealing with emotions or challenges helps me overcome.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Angelica Rylin, Daniel Flores
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