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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Trick the Devil
The Murder of My Sweet Lyrics
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Speak magic 8
Tell me how am I to cross the lake
That goes nowhere
Rinse and repeat
The riddle of a dream, epiphany
So heads or tails?
The puzzle only gets outrageous
In every piece untold
It reeks of rotten states and labor
The common wealth are told
Big breaths they say
The heat is getting worse and worse
No clouds or rain in sight
I'm sorry that we have this conversation
Got my back against the wall
Not backing down
Been obedient far too long
It has to stop
This prison isn't helping me
It only make things worse
I may be free, imperfectly
A weird reality
The trick of the Devil
It may have forced my hand
Fly busy bee
And look down on us all comfortably
You made your bed
I'm writing on this piece of paper
Torn out of a book
It's the story of man of stature
Hanged by his own words
I ringed that part
The heat is getting worse and worse
No clouds or rain in sight
I'm sorry that we have this conversation
Chorus
Vows may occur
That you won't hold up, or keep your word
So show don't tell
That's the, that's the
That's the trick of the devil
Chorus
The trick of the Devil
It may have forced my hand
The lyrics of "Trick of the Devil" by The Murder of My Sweet seem to delve into themes of deception, manipulation, and the struggles of navigating through challenges and making tough decisions. The song opens with a sense of uncertainty and a plea for guidance, as the singer seeks answers on how to overcome obstacles that seem to lead nowhere. The imagery of a lake that goes nowhere and the choice between heads or tails sets the tone for a metaphorical journey filled with puzzles and illusions.
The lyrics then shift towards a feeling of being trapped and controlled, with references to feeling suffocated and obedient for too long. There is a realization that the current situation, likened to a prison, is hindering growth and must be addressed. The singer acknowledges imperfections and the need to break free from the constraints imposed by external forces, possibly represented by the metaphorical trickery of the Devil.
The mention of a busy bee observing from above symbolizes a detached perspective or an outsider's view of the struggles faced by the singer. The act of writing on a torn piece of paper and referencing the story of a man of stature who meets a grim fate due to his own actions further emphasizes the consequences of one's decisions and the weight of words spoken or written. The recurring imagery of worsening heat without relief conveys a sense of urgency or discomfort in facing the truth and having difficult conversations.
The chorus highlights the theme of broken promises and the deceptive nature of the Devil's tricks. The idea of actions speaking louder than words is emphasized, suggesting that true intentions and integrity are revealed through behavior rather than empty vows. The repeated reference to the Devil forcing the singer's hand hints at a struggle against external influences and the need to stand firm against manipulation.
Overall, "Trick of the Devil" paints a picture of a protagonist grappling with inner conflict, external pressure, and the consequences of deceit. The lyrics invite reflection on the nature of truth, integrity, and resilience in the face of adversity, ultimately leaving the listener with a sense of agency and the power to overcome challenges through self-awareness and authenticity.
Line by Line Meaning
Speak magic 8
Seeking guidance from a mysterious source
Tell me how am I to cross the lake
Asking for help to overcome a difficult situation
That goes nowhere
A path with no clear direction or purpose
Rinse and repeat
Continuously facing the same challenges
The riddle of a dream, epiphany
The mysterious nature of a revelation
So heads or tails?
Indecision about which path to take
The puzzle only gets outrageous
The complexity of the situation increases
In every piece untold
The hidden aspects of the problem
It reeks of rotten states and labor
The unpleasantness and hard work involved
The common wealth are told
Others are aware of the difficulty
Big breaths they say
Encouragement to stay calm
The heat is getting worse and worse
The pressure is increasing
No clouds or rain in sight
No relief in sight
I'm sorry that we have this conversation
Regret about the current situation
Got my back against the wall
Feeling trapped or cornered
Not backing down
Refusing to surrender
Been obedient far too long
Complying with expectations for too long
It has to stop
Reaching a breaking point
This prison isn't helping me
Being trapped in a harmful situation
It only make things worse
Escalating the problems
I may be free, imperfectly
Finding freedom in an imperfect way
A weird reality
A strange or surreal situation
The trick of the Devil
The manipulation or temptation of evil forces
It may have forced my hand
Being pushed into a difficult decision
Fly busy bee
Moving forward with determination
And look down on us all comfortably
Observing others from a position of power
You made your bed
Facing the consequences of one's actions
I'm writing on this piece of paper
Reflecting on the situation
Torn out of a book
Taking elements from the past
It's the story of man of stature
The tale of a respected individual
Hanged by his own words
Suffering from self-inflicted consequences
I ringed that part
Highlighting a crucial detail
Vows may occur
Promises may be broken
That you won't hold up, or keep your word
Failing to follow through on commitments
So show don't tell
Actions speak louder than words
That's the, that's the
Emphasizing the importance of this message
That's the trick of the devil
The deceptive nature of temptation
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Written by: Angelica Rylin, Daniel Flores
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