Biography:
Initially, the band played straightforward black metal under the name Treblinka. After having recorded the album Sumerian Cry in 1989, vocalist/guitarist Johan Edlund and bassist Jörgen Thullberg parted ways with the other two founding members, and subsequently changed the name to Tiamat. The Sumerian Cry album, as recorded by Treblinka, was released as Tiamat's debut album in June 1990.
After the debut, Edlund's leadership would modify the band's style with influences ranging from Mercyful Fate, Candlemass, Pink Floyd and King Crimson, with Sumerian lyrical themes. German guitarist Waldemar Sorychta would produce and contribute instrumentation to many of the band's albums, as well as those by Tiamat's own tour and labelmates, including Moonspell, Rotting Christ, Lacuna Coil and Samael.
1994's critically acclaimed Wildhoney mixed raw vocals, slow guitar riffs and synthesizer sounds which sounded different from other extreme metal bands active at that time. An almost continuous forty-minute piece of music, Wildhoney was considered to be a landmark release within the progressive/doom metal genres and would lead to the band's appearances at the Dynamo and Wacken Open Air metal festivals in 1995. The group would play a second gig at Dynamo two years later.
Upon the release of A Deeper Kind of Slumber (1997), Edlund relocated from Sweden to Germany and declared himself the only permanent member of the band; all albums that would follow would cement the band into a more gothic rock sound, quite different from the extreme music they did in the years before, with recent albums showing a The Sisters of Mercy influence.
The band signed to Nuclear Blast Records in June 2007. Tiamat released their new album Amanethes April 18, 2008.
Lineup:
Johan Edlund - vocals, guitar (Treblinka, Expulsion, LucyFire, Dark Age, Ayreon)
Anders Iwers - bass (Desecrator, Ceremonial Oath, In Flames, Cemetary, Mercury Tide)
Lars Skjöld - drums (Jupiter Society)
Thomas Wyreson - guitar
Former members:
Andreas Holmberg - drums (Expulsion)
Stefan Lagergren - guitar (River's Edge, Expulsion, Mr Death, Treblinka, Judge And Jury, Tranquility)
Jörgen Thullberg - bass (Expulsion, Mr Death, Treblinka)
Niklas Ekstrand - drums (Face Down)
Kenneth Roos - keyboards
Johnny Hagel - bass (Sundown, Sorcerer)
Magnus Sahlgren - guitar (Celeborn, Dismember, Lake of Tears)
P.A. Danielsson - keyboards (Veni Domine)
Thomas Petersson - guitar
Fredrik Ĺkesson - guitar (Southpaw, Talisman, Krux, John Norum, Arch Enemy, Sabbtail, Opeth, Shock Tilt)
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Radiant Star
Tiamat Lyrics
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Gold made from a distant, ancient fusion
You're the crown of creation as we know it
But given just a bit more rope and you'll blow it
I might exaggerate to say this city's burning
But when you're sleeping safe and sound the world's still turning
The trivialities are there to entertain you
To cozily stop thinking 'bout what they do
You packed the craked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
All wars start in rooms where big men meet
But are always fought and lost or won on the street
No one's never gonna start a revolution from bed
Put your theories to practise and you'll wind up dead
You've got the freedom to choose what you wanna see
But the bottom in you is the bottom in me
The rock might be thrown from many different heights
But always falls to the same floor through dim red lights
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
Throw your demons down the well
Where once the brightest angel fell
Make your wishes, put your spell
But don't fuck with my hell
The lyrics to Tiamat's song Radiant Star describe an illusion in a world of disillusion. The song suggests that people are distracted by trivialities that exist to entertain them and make them stop thinking about what is really happening in the world. The lyrics suggest that there is a bottom in every person, and that we all have the potential to be corrupt. The song continues by noting that all wars start in rooms where big men meet, but are always fought and won or lost on the streets. The message of the song seems to be that people need to be aware of the things going on around them and take action to make a positive difference rather than being too comfortable in their own world.
The lyrics to Radiant Star are filled with references to diamonds, porcelain, chains, and dirt. These represent the illusions people have about their own lives and the world around them. The song suggests that people need to throw away these illusions and take a good look at what is really happening in the world. The song is a call to action for people to take responsibility for their own lives and the world around them. It suggests that they need to act to create a better world rather than just being content with things as they are.
Line by Line Meaning
You're an illusion in a world of disillusion
You are a figment of imagination in a reality full of disappointments.
Gold made from a distant, ancient fusion
You are precious, valuable, and originated from something long past.
You're the crown of creation as we know it
You are the peak of evolution, the epitome of creation, as far as we understand.
But given just a bit more rope and you'll blow it
However, with a slight increase in autonomy, you will ruin everything.
I might exaggerate to say this city's burning
I could be overstating, but this place is in chaos.
But when you're sleeping safe and sound the world's still turning
While you rest comfortably, life continues unabated around you.
The trivialities are there to entertain you
The small, insignificant details exist to keep you amused.
To cozily stop thinking 'bout what they do
So you don't contemplate their true purpose and impact.
Throw your diamonds down the drain
Discard the objects that you value the most and consider precious.
You packed the cracked porcelain
You filled the fragile material with something valuable, despite its imperfections.
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
You control the land, free to bind or release anything or anyone you desire.
Don't fuck with my brain
Do not mess with my mind or try to manipulate my thoughts.
All wars start in rooms where big men meet
Every conflict begins with high-ranking individuals convening in a private space.
But are always fought and lost or won on the street
However, the battle itself is always won or lost on the battlefield.
No one's never gonna start a revolution from bed
No one has ever started a large-scale rebellion while lying in their bed.
Put your theories to practise and you'll wind up dead
If you attempt to put your intellectual concepts into motion, you may encounter dire consequences.
You've got the freedom to choose what you wanna see
You have the liberty to interpret things as you wish.
But the bottom in you is the bottom in me
However, deep down, we share certain desires, motivations, or vulnerabilities.
The rock might be thrown from many different heights
The same act may originate from various viewpoints, depths, or perspectives.
But always falls to the same floor through dim red lights
But ultimately, it ends up in the same place, surrounded by darkness.
Throw your diamonds down the drain
Discard the objects that you value the most and consider precious.
You packed the cracked porcelain
You filled the fragile material with something valuable, despite its imperfections.
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
You control the land, free to bind or release anything or anyone you desire.
Don't fuck with my brain
Do not mess with my mind or try to manipulate my thoughts.
Throw your demons down the well
Release your inner struggles, desires, or fears into oblivion.
Where once the brightest angel fell
A place where a former celestial light-bearer lost its status.
Make your wishes, put your spell
Cast your desires into an intangible form, bringing them to life.
But don't fuck with my hell
However, do not interfere with my inner turmoil, no matter how unpleasant it may be.
Contributed by Jayce G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@teiakvashilava8094
Radiant Star lyrics
You're an illusion in a world of disillusion
Gold made from a distant, ancient fusion
You're the crown of creation as we know it
But given just a bit more rope and you'll blow it
I might exaggerate to say this city's burning
But when you're sleeping safe and sound the world's still turning
The trivialities are there to entertain you
To cozily stop thinking 'bout what they do
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the craked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
All wars start in rooms where big men meet
But are always fought and lost or won on the street
No one's never gonna start a revolution from bed
Put your theories to practise and you'll wind up dead
You've got the freedom to choose what you wanna see
But the bottom in you is the bottom in me
The rock might be thrown from many different heights
But always falls to the same floor through dim red lights
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
Throw your demons down the well
Where once the brightest angel fell
Make your wishes, put your spell
But don't fuck with my hell
@nightmarepotato120
You're an illusion in a world of disillusion
Gold made from a distant, ancient fusion
You're the crown of creation as we know it
But given just a bit more rope and you'll blow it
I might exaggerate to say this city's burning
But when you're sleeping safe and sound the world's still turning
The trivialities are there to entertain you
To cozily stop thinking 'bout what they do
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
All wars start in rooms where big men meet
But are always fought and lost or won on the street
No one's never gonna start a revolution from bed
Put your theories to practice and you'll wind up dead
You've got the freedom to choose what you wanna see
But the bottom in you is the bottom in me
The rock might be thrown from many different heights
But always falls to the same floor through dim red lights
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
Throw your demons down the well
Where once the brightest angel fell
Make your wishes, put your spell
Don't fuck with my hell
@soulsearchingsun81
I'm born in1981. Grew up with pink floyd thanks to my dad. In 1992 i discovered metal. 2023 listing Tiamat, my favorite band mixing al the wonderfull sounds into, well... Only Tiamat fans will understand me!
@teiakvashilava8094
Radiant Star lyrics
You're an illusion in a world of disillusion
Gold made from a distant, ancient fusion
You're the crown of creation as we know it
But given just a bit more rope and you'll blow it
I might exaggerate to say this city's burning
But when you're sleeping safe and sound the world's still turning
The trivialities are there to entertain you
To cozily stop thinking 'bout what they do
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the craked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
All wars start in rooms where big men meet
But are always fought and lost or won on the street
No one's never gonna start a revolution from bed
Put your theories to practise and you'll wind up dead
You've got the freedom to choose what you wanna see
But the bottom in you is the bottom in me
The rock might be thrown from many different heights
But always falls to the same floor through dim red lights
Throw your diamonds down the drain
You packed the cracked porcelain
Chain, unchain, the dirt is your domain
Don't fuck with my brain
Throw your demons down the well
Where once the brightest angel fell
Make your wishes, put your spell
But don't fuck with my hell
@user-nj4no9py6p
Грешное☀ солнце светит 👆☝
@tibic636
Awesome! As always, Edlund shows he's a genius.
@670pppp
Solo dessa música*, toca a alma
@leticiaazuos
Perfeita
@ulfricstormcrow4072
This song is for those who still can listen.
@manipulativer
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6laRU_BzhvU
@dave3gs
Nearly two years have passed since the release of this album, And i'm still listening to this.
@dave3gs
Denis Jalsovec Agreed the older albums were better, The Astral Sleep, A Deeper Kind Of Slumber, Skeleton Skeletron, Amanethes, Prey, are my favorite albums.