1993–1999
The band's debut album, Wounded Land, was released in 1993, taking its name and some thematic elements from Stephen R. Donaldson's novel of the same name. Wilson was unavailable to join the band for the follow-up tour, and so Glynn Morgan was recruited to replace him. He sang on the band's 1994 second recording, Psychedelicatessen, which spawned a music video for the song "Innocent," the band's first. The following year, Morgan and the band toured Europe and recorded some of their performances for the short live album, Livedelica.
Threshold took a break before their next effort, during which time Morgan and then-drummer Jay Micciche left to form Mindfeed. Rather than finding an unknown singer to replace him, the band turned again to Damian Wilson, and together they recorded 1997's Extinct Instinct. They followed this with another tour of Europe, this time supported by Enchant. Additionally, Johanne James, the band's current drummer, played with them for the first time during this tour. Wilson was unavailable for their next album, so former Sargant Fury vocalist Andrew "Mac" McDermott, joined to record Clone and would remain with them until 2007.
2000–2005
In 2001, Threshold released Hypothetical, which saw Johanne James firmly cemented as the band's permanent drummer. Another lineup change occurred in 2003, when bassist Jon Jeary left and was replaced by Steve Anderson. Around this time the band also re-released their first three studio albums in Special Editions, with bonus tracks, a remastered sound, expanded liner notes and, in the case of Wounded Land and Psychedelicatessen, special CD-ROM content. Their newer albums, starting with Hypothetical, were released in Limited Editions, with similar bonus content. The albums Critical Mass (2002) and Subsurface (2004) followed, interspersed by the double live album and DVD Critical Energy.
2006–2011
Threshold left their longtime label, InsideOut Music, in 2006 to join Nuclear Blast Records. Guitarist Nick Midson left the band in early 2007 for unknown reasons. The band released Dead Reckoning which spawned a music video for an edit of the song "Pilot in the Sky of Dreams". The song also appeared on the 2008 movie soundtrack In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale. This marks the first occasion of a song by the band appearing in a motion picture. In July 2007 vocalist Mac left the band and original singer Damian Wilson returned as Threshold's frontman for the first time in nearly a decade for the band's tour dates which extended into 2009. Pete Morten replaced Midson as guitarist for the tour and later albums. InsideOut Music released the first official Threshold compilation in November 2007. The album The Ravages of Time is a two-disc set covering all of the band's official albums from Wounded Land to Dead Reckoning. In 2009 the band released a limited edition eight-disc singles box set, including previously unreleased b-sides and brand new re-recordings of old demo songs released in other forms before, including Smile at the Moon, (which was debuted live on the 2009 Essence of Progression Tour), Shifting Sands, Half Way Home and Fist of Tongues. On 3 August 2011, former vocalist Andrew McDermott died of kidney failure.
2012–2017
On 24 August 2012, Nuclear Blast announced the release of March of Progress. It was the first album to feature Damian Wilson on vocals since 1997. The album was followed on 19 September 2014 by the band's tenth studio album For the Journey. The following year the band released the double live album "European Journey" recorded during their November 2014 tour. In February 2017, Pete Morten left Threshold to focus on his own projects, and the following month Threshold announced that they had parted ways with Damian Wilson.
2017–present
Glynn Morgan, the band's former vocalist from 1994 to 1996 replaced Damian Wilson for the album Legends of the Shires released in September 2017. The album entered the top 20 of the national album charts in Germany and Switzerland and spawned a music video for the song "Small Dark Lines". The following year the band released the live album "Two-Zero-One-Seven" recorded during their 2017 European tour. In July 2021 Threshold announced that they were back in the studio recording their twelfth studio album, teasing that "if Legends of the Shires had a slightly darker, moodier older brother then this would be it". In July 2022, the band announced their 12th album would be titled Dividing Lines, and it was released on 18 November 2022.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Threshold_(band)
Studio albums
Wounded Land (1993)
Psychedelicatessen (1994)
Extinct Instinct (1997)
Clone (1998)
Hypothetical (2001)
Critical Mass (2002)
Subsurface (2004)
Dead Reckoning (2007)
March of Progress (2012)
For the Journey (2014)
Legends of the Shires (2017)
Dividing Lines (2022)
In the past there have been other bands who used the name Threshold:
1. An R&B band. Fronted by singer Angela Carole Brown, and led by composer/guitarist Linda Taylor, Threshold includes drummer Laval Belle (Earth, Wind & Fire), bassist Del Atkins (Alicia Keys, Mary J. Blige), organist Mikal Majeed (Rick Zunigar), keyboardist Ed Roth (Coolio, The Brothers Johnson), and singers Catte Adams (Chaka Khan, Natalie Cole) and Janelle Sadler (Natalie Cole, Ozzy Osbourne).
2. Finnish progressive rock band/project Threshold released their lone album "Paradise Now" in 1981. The band was a brainchild of (Pelle Miljoona's bassist) Ari Taskinen who wrote all the songs and plays keyboards and 12-string guitar here. Others participating were Vando Suvanto, Esa Kotilainen, Yari, Rubberduck Jones, Stefan Jones, Pia Noponen and Jone Takamäki.
3. A Progressive Thrash Metal band from France. The band formed in 1988 and released an album in 1991 entitled: "Within the Expanse". Band members include: Stein Guitton - Guitar, Tristan Leroy - Guitar, François Morgues - Bass, and Regis Lebrun - Drums.
4. An Atlanta-based religious punk band from the 80s. Threshold is an obscure band who appears on "The View: An Atlanta Compilation 1984-1990."
Coda
Threshold Lyrics
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Exhibitions of the weak
Sunken eyes that now behold
You and I held in relief
Like the parting of the sea
Fatal inhibitions
As my purpose now unfolds,
I will break down these walls
I will break down these walls
I will break down these walls
I will break down these walls
I am flame, desire burning your heart
I am damned, forever failing to start
And when the spirit departs, I'll walk with God in the stars
I am black, the shade of grey in your white
I am back, assigning blame when you’re right,
And your wrongs repeating time after time
Face down now, in amongst your mistakes now
Drown open mouthed, no escape now allowed
The fight is still on despite all you've become
Now remain brave now,
Fight because you can save somehow what was lost
Remember the power you found
As you made up lost ground
I will break down this belief
Exhibitions of the weak
Remember, remember
You and I held in relief
Like the parting of the sea
Remember, remember
I have found the roots of man in the earth
To the ground we walk with consciousness blurred
Only with the blueprint submerged can we finally learn
Icon crowned, forging wounds in the skin
Last in line for redemption within
Without the scars that you've carried, your renewal begins
Face up now, take your place on the stage and bow
To the crowds now devout and proud
We look to the sun, now your life's work is done
Celebrate out loud, raise your voice to the sky and shout
We're sorry we've lost you
We remember all that you gave, in our hearts you'll remain
I will break down this belief
Exhibitions of the weak
Remember, remember
You and I held in relief
Like the parting of the sea
Remember, remember
I will break down this belief
Exhibitions of the weak
Remember, remember
You and I held in relief
Like the parting of the sea
Remember, remember
The song "Coda" by Threshold is a powerful and emotional piece that explores themes of personal growth, perseverance, and inner strength. The first verse, "I will break down this belief Exhibitions of the weak, Sunken eyes that now behold, You and I held in relief, Like the parting of the sea, Fatal inhibitions, As my purpose now unfolds," speaks to the singer's determination to shatter their own limiting beliefs and rise above their weaknesses. They see the light of hope and possibility before them, and are driven to overcome their inhibitions in order to achieve their goals.
The second verse, "I am flame, desire burning your heart, I am damned, forever failing to start, And when the spirit departs, I'll walk with God in the stars, I am black, the shade of grey in your white, I am back, assigning blame when you’re right, And your wrongs repeating time after time," is a juxtaposition to the first verse. Here, the singer identifies with their flaws and failures, their "black" nature in contrast to the "white" of others. They acknowledge their tendency to assign blame and repeat their mistakes, yet also hint at a spiritual yearning and belief in an afterlife.
The chorus, "I will break down these walls" is repeated with increasing intensity, serving as a cathartic release for the singer's inner turmoil. In the bridge, "Face down now, in amongst your mistakes now, Drown open mouthed, no escape now allowed, The fight is still on despite all you've become, Now remain brave now, Fight because you can save somehow what was lost," the singer urges the listener to face their own mistakes and fight for what is important to them, despite the obstacles that stand in their way.
Overall, "Coda" is a deeply introspective and uplifting song that touches on many themes related to the human experience. It serves as a reminder that, no matter how dark things may seem, we can always muster the strength to break down our walls and move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
I will break down this belief
I will challenge and dismantle any preconceived notions that limit me
Exhibitions of the weak
Displaying vulnerability is often seen as weakness, but it takes strength to do so
Sunken eyes that now behold
Eyes that have seen tragedy and darkness, yet still look with hope
You and I held in relief
Together we find comfort and solace in one another
Like the parting of the sea
Our bond is so strong that it can move the world, like how Moses parted the Red Sea
Fatal inhibitions
Beliefs or feelings that are holding me back and potentially causing harm
As my purpose now unfolds,
As I discover my true calling and destiny
I will break down these walls
I will overcome the barriers and obstacles in my way
I am flame, desire burning your heart
I am a passionate and intense force, igniting your own passions and desires
I am damned, forever failing to start
I am often held back or punished for my failures, making it difficult for me to begin anew
And when the spirit departs, I'll walk with God in the stars
Even when my physical body dies, my spirit will journey on to the heavens
I am black, the shade of grey in your white
I represent the darker, more complex aspects of life that are often overlooked or rejected
I am back, assigning blame when you’re right,
I have a tendency to blame others even when I know they are not at fault
And your wrongs repeating time after time
You keep making the same mistakes without learning from them
Face down now, in amongst your mistakes now
Acknowledging and confronting the errors you have made
Drown open mouthed, no escape now allowed
The guilt and consequences of your actions are suffocating you with no way out
The fight is still on despite all you've become
Even when life has beaten you down, the struggle to survive and better yourself continues
Now remain brave now,
Keep courage and bravery in the face of adversity
Fight because you can save somehow what was lost
There is a glimmer of hope to recover what has been lost, and it is worth fighting for
Remember the power you found
Recall the moments of strength and success that you have already achieved
I have found the roots of man in the earth
By exploring the depths of our being and origin, we can unlock a greater understanding of ourselves
To the ground we walk with consciousness blurred
Our focus and clarity may become distorted as we navigate the challenges of life
Only with the blueprint submerged can we finally learn
We must delve deep and examine our inner workings in order to gain true knowledge and insight
Icon crowned, forging wounds in the skin
The pursuit of greatness often requires sacrifice and pain
Last in line for redemption within
It may feel like we are hopeless and beyond saving, yet we have the power to redeem ourselves
Without the scars that you've carried, your renewal begins
Our past struggles and wounds can be the catalyst for growth and improvement
Face up now, take your place on the stage and bow
It's time to step forward and proudly own your accomplishments and talents
To the crowds now devout and proud
Others will recognize and celebrate your achievements with you
We look to the sun, now your life's work is done
As you exit the stage, your legacy and impact are forever cemented
Celebrate out loud, raise your voice to the sky and shout
Let the joy and pride of your success be heard and felt by all
We're sorry we've lost you
Although you have left this world, your memory and contributions will continue to live on
We remember all that you gave, in our hearts you'll remain
Your influence and legacy will always be cherished and remembered by those whose lives you touched
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: PETE MORTEN
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