With a crew composed of 7 different beings, the atmosphere sometimes takes the form of symphonic proportion by its sound diversity and arrangements. Their vocal performance range from one extreme to the other as they alternate between glorious choirs; inhuman screams of deep, high, mid-growl and delirious intensity; theatrical narrations and clean/sober sections strewn with bewitching feminine singing pleasures.
Current members:
Syriak (ex-Magister Dixit) – vocals, guitar (1996-2015 )
Artagoth – vocals, guitar (1996-2015 )
ChaotH – bass guitar (2001-2015 )
Leïlindel – vocals (2001-2015 )
Landryx – drums (2004-2015 )
Blaise Borboën-Léonard – violin (2007-2015 )
Previous members:
Exod – keyboards, sampling (1997- 2009 )
Le Bateleur – violin (1997-2006)
Elda – vocals (1997-2001)
Zircon – bass guitar (1996-2001)
Merzenya – keyboards (1997-2001)
Dasnos – drums (2003)
Anthony Trujillo – drums (2002)
Official site: http://www.unexpect.com/
Chromatic Chimera
Unexpect Lyrics
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To exist as I of many eyes
Tentacles in our heads wrestling with
Anonymous segments
Rowing deep into the murk with psychosis
Sitting on my lap
Finding a rhythm entangled in nothingness
A monstrous collage in movement
Free to stray, swim in a tomb if you want
All directions, every angles
Nuances, infinite possibilities
Confusion of a saturated mind
The flood is so stimulating, but just where do we stop?
Currents numerous hard to focus yes yes!
We want answers! Not confused babblings!
Losing control is a treat, still
We could be drained
We could be drained of
Chimeras, precious chimeras
Ejected from the assembly
Unto a circular technological slave pen
Bound to be part of this geometrical harem
Speak the frequencies of liberation
The universal language of positive similarity
When one crosses the threshold of the collective territory
An antidote for the imperial poison
The lyrics to Unexpect's song Chromatic Chimera showcase a surreal journey through the mind's eye. The first stanza speaks of the vastness of existence and how we, as individuals, are composed of microscopic dust, yet have the ability to see the world through many eyes. The tentacles in our heads grapple with different segments of information, and we row deep into the murk of our own psychoses. The next stanza speaks of finding a rhythm in nothingness, witnessing the present system as a monstrous collage in constant motion. The lyrics suggest that we are free to lose ourselves in the chaos if we want to. However, we are also cautioned that the flood of information can be overwhelming, and we need to be careful not to lose ourselves in confusion. The chorus speaks of these precious chimeras, these figments of our imagination, that are often ejected from mainstream society and left to the mercy of the dominant culture. The lyrics then suggest that there are ways of liberation, ways of breaking free from the imperial poison that cripples us from within, and one way is to speak the universal language of positive similarity.
Line by Line Meaning
Microscopic dust
Starting small, exploring the minuscule.
To exist as I of many eyes
Being able to perceive things from multiple angles, seeing differently.
Tentacles in our heads wrestling with
Our thoughts struggling and competing with each other.
Anonymous segments
Undefined portions of ourselves that we cannot quite grasp or name.
Rowing deep into the murk with psychosis
Diving into the unknown, taking on the uncertainty and chaos of life.
Sitting on my lap
Riding the waves of uncertainty, embracing the unknown.
Finding a rhythm entangled in nothingness
Creating a flow from the chaos, discovering purpose where there seems to be none.
On witnessing the present system
Observing and acknowledging the current state of things, the systems that shape our lives.
A monstrous collage in movement
A chaotic and unpredictable mass of moving parts and pieces.
Free to stray, swim in a tomb if you want
Exploring the freedom to take any path, even if it leads to a dead end.
All directions, every angles
Unlimited possibilities and choices, going beyond the confines of the usual paths.
Nuances, infinite possibilities
The subtleties and complexities of existence, boundless opportunities.
Confusion of a saturated mind
The overwhelming feeling of being inundated and drenched with information and stimuli.
The flood is so stimulating, but just where do we stop?
The rush of experience and possibilities is thrilling but also daunting, leaving us unsure of where to go next.
Currents numerous hard to focus yes yes!
The sheer amount of choices and options makes it difficult to stay concentrated and clear-headed.
We want answers! Not confused babblings!
Despite our fascination with the unknown, we crave certainty and a sense of direction.
Losing control is a treat, still
While relinquishing control can be scary, there is also something exhilarating about it.
We could be drained
Giving in to the chaos and unpredictability can take a toll on us.
Chimeras, precious chimeras
Illusions and fantasies that we hold dear, even if they are not real.
Ejected from the assembly
Being cast out of the usual system or way of doing things.
Unto a circular technological slave pen
Being enslaved by our reliance on technology and conforming to its rules and systems.
Bound to be part of this geometrical harem
Constrained by the box of conformity and uniformity, bound to follow certain shapes and patterns.
Speak the frequencies of liberation
Using our voice and actions to break free from the constraints of the usual way of doing things.
The universal language of positive similarity
The common ground between all people, the shared desire for freedom and happiness.
When one crosses the threshold of the collective territory
Moving beyond the usual ways of doing things and forging a new path that benefits everyone.
An antidote for the imperial poison
A cure for the toxic influence of conformity and oppression.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Eryk Chapados, Stephane English, Roxanne Hegyesy, Frederick Filiatrault, Charles Crepeau, Stephane Primeau
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics:
Microscopic dust
To exist as I of many eyes
Tentacles in our head wrestling with anonymous segments
Rowing deep into the murk with psychosis
Sitting on my lap
Finding a rhythm entrangled in nothingness
On witnessing the present system
A monstrous collage in movement
Free to stay, swim in a tomb if you want
All directions, every angles
Nuances, infinite possibilities
Confusion of a saturated mind
The flood is so stimulating, but just here do we stop?
Current numerous.... Hard to focus... Yessss...... yESsSSS!
We want answers! Not confused babbling!
Losing control is a treat, still....
We could be drained....
We could be drained.... of...
Chimeras, precious chimeras
Ejected from the assembly
Unto a circular technological slave pen
Bound to be part of this geometrical harem
Speak the frequencies of liberation
The universal language of positive similarity
When one crosses the threshold of the collective territory
An antidote for the imperial poison
Contrariwise37
I think people underestimate how hard it is to write a song that portrays the feel of complete chaos without sounding absolutely terrible. This is a brilliant song because it really seems like the band understands what they're doing, even if we don't.
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Lyrics:
Microscopic dust
To exist as I of many eyes
Tentacles in our head wrestling with anonymous segments
Rowing deep into the murk with psychosis
Sitting on my lap
Finding a rhythm entrangled in nothingness
On witnessing the present system
A monstrous collage in movement
Free to stay, swim in a tomb if you want
All directions, every angles
Nuances, infinite possibilities
Confusion of a saturated mind
The flood is so stimulating, but just here do we stop?
Current numerous.... Hard to focus... Yessss...... yESsSSS!
We want answers! Not confused babbling!
Losing control is a treat, still....
We could be drained....
We could be drained.... of...
Chimeras, precious chimeras
Ejected from the assembly
Unto a circular technological slave pen
Bound to be part of this geometrical harem
Speak the frequencies of liberation
The universal language of positive similarity
When one crosses the threshold of the collective territory
An antidote for the imperial poison
Atla
Sometimes you need to give metal bands time. You listen to it, hate it and then anywhere from a few days to a few months you remember them. Then you get curious and try their song once more and you end up loving it! Always works out for me.
Martyr Holiday
The bass is really my favorite thing about this band. That and the lyrics, and the piano playing. & everything else....
ConteurKissanil
UneXpecT, c'est de l'art pur! De vrais musiciens, inventifs et créateurs avec des voix divinement démoniaques! J'adore!!!
Врач ред
Welcome to Avantgarde Metal. Definitely not an easy genre, but if you understand it you will get addicted to it.
Szymekszlachcic
True
SuperChad
I tried to understand avantgarde metal and I think I only got into like 2 bands skskdkkddk i mostly like this because I am a fellow prog head but most avantgarde bands are definitely not for me 🤣🤣
MyEarthDream
Awesome song!! I loved it,very experimental like Diablo Swing Orchestra,but heavier and with screams!! Ill have to check this band,its amazing!!
stopglobalswarming
Listen to it 5 times in a row, and it will be the greatest thing you've ever heard.