1) Modern rock band from Los Angeles, CA.
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1) Modern rock band from Los Angeles, CA.
Formed in the ether of 2016, Vespera outgrew its quiet formation. Hailing from Seattle, Washington, the fledgling four-piece band quickly drew attention for their unique brand of deeply moody, dark, and energetic rock. Using music as a means of psychological exploration, journeyman musician Jonathan Wolfe meticulously crafted the band’s debut album after years of writing and sonic experimentation. The band is rounded out by Jonathan Schwartz on drums, guitarist Cairn Tse-Lalonde, and Paul Anderson on bass.
Band Members
Jonathan Wolfe - Vocals/Guitar
Jonathan Schwartz - Drums
Cairn Tse-Lalonde - Guitar
Paul Anderson - Bass
2) A Romanian modern metal Band from the city of Cluj.
Current Line-up:
Teodora Bârla - Vocals
Dorin Panduru - Guitar/Vocals
Johann Hentz - Bass
George Chereji - Drums
Andrei Călbăjos - Keyboards/Synth/Samples
In 2005, Dorin Panduru and Vlad Popovici, two musicians from Cluj-Napoca, start a new musical project that aims to promote a different kind of musical mix, more specifically power-goth. This represents the birth of Vespera, a band which later enrolls Andrei Călbăjos (keyboards), Flaviu Sătmar (drums), Vlad Negrea (guitar) and Teodora Bârla (vocals).
They make their debut on November 24th, 2006, sharing the stage with Voices of Silence and Grimus. After this moment, new horizons open for the band. Cash, Trooper, Seven, Altar, Shadowsail, Abigail, Krypton are few of the names with whom Vespera plays in concerts all over the country.
In 2007 Vespera opens for the Dutch band Next Waste Dimension in Sibiu meets Deventer event. The end of the same year represents the moment when the first demo of the band, Vespera, produced by Tibor Baszo (Alias Music), is released.
The following year, Vespera wins the first place in the Maximum Rock – Suport pentru Underground contest and Festival, with their Mary of Bethany. After that, Vespera starts touring in Iaşi, Suceava, Paşcani and Bacău, alongside two other bands from Cluj-Napoca, Stereofeelings and All One, with whom they share a compilation containing a few songs of each band.
The band decides to take a break, in order to prepare for their debut album and also due to numerous changes of band members. Thus, 2011 brings the release of Desert of the Real, with the help of Tibor Bazso (Alias Music) an album considered to be unique in its ability to mix a wide variety of musical genres, ranging from industrial, electro and hardcore to death metal and even oriental: The album released by Vespera is far from sounding like a typical debut album. Moreover, it would be great if other debut albums belonging to other bands sounded as good as this one (…). The album is very complex and the songs well-built, and it is a real reward for the band as well as a step forward in their career. (Ioana-Cristina Teodorescu, in ArtAct Cluj, 31 Oct 2011). Right after the release of the album, the vocalist Teodora Bârla decides to leave the band and her absence is filled by Dudu Isabel.
In 2012, Vespera wins the gand prize of Posada Rock Festival (Câmpulung Muscel), thus qualifying in the GBOB România final. Due to personal reasons, one of the co-founders, steps out of the project for an undetermined period. At the dawn of 2014, another band member leaves (Răzvan Moca), but the band also celebrates the arrival of two new members: drummer George Chereji and guitarist Richard Bordea, respectively, with whom Vespera takes a step further stylistically speaking, thanks to Richard’s fresh and bold musical style.
For the past three years, the band has performed in dozens of concerts and Festivals throughout the entire country, among which Peninsula, Artmania, Rock in Parc, and Maximum Rock Festival, sharing the stage with famous national and international bands, such as The Animals, My Dying Bride, Leaves' Eyes, 69 Eyes. Also, in 2013 the band wins the first place in the metal category of Rock’N’Iasi Festival.
In the following year, the band performs at the We Are Rockin The City Festival in Cluj-Napoca, Posada Rock Festival, Rock’N’Iaşi, Celebrating Finland, Rock for Livia, the Waken National Final (runner up), and many more.
In the March of 2015, the band’s line-up changes again, when frontman Dudu Isabel leaves the band and Teodora Bârla takes his place, whom after a three years of absence takes back her role in Vespera. The band members are currently working on a new album, more public appearances, pursuing the promotion of their musical style and message.
https://www.facebook.com/VesperaRomania
http://www.youtube.com/vesperaromania
http://www.reverbnation.com/vesperaromania
http://www.soundcloud.com/vespera_romania
3)
Austin Lyons - Vocals
Andrew Stanton - Guitar
Jacob Cody - Guitar
Adrew Glass - Drums
Josh Case - Bass/Vocals
Finally having a solid line up, 2007 is the year for Vespera. Since the start of the year the band has been incredibly busy with the release of their debut E.P. "A Sail Set North" [1.26.06] produced by Bob Burch and Jeff Schneeweis [Number One Gun] approaching faster by the day as well as preparing for a 2 month tour in Europe this coming summer. With life changing lyrics, melodies that rip straight through your heart, and guitar harmonies that would make Van Halen jealous, Vespera is the band you will want to keep your eye on this year.
"A Sail Set North" will be available on iTunes and CDBaby.com by the end of the month.
Bloom
Vespera Lyrics
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That torments your deepest memories
The strife that we had once endured,
Are the tales that we've kept unheard
Beneath our fruitful shame.
We will bloom.
I want us to exist beyond the roots,
To discover of our damaged selves,
We will bloom.
If only I could convince time to bestow
Its kindness upon us like the dew from
Trees that sustains all that's beneath
We'd bloom.
From all the hell we've endured, we'll bloom.
We will bloom.
If only I could convince time...
The lyrics of Bloom by Vespera reflect the desire of the singer to alleviate the pain and suffering of someone close to them. The first few lines "Oh, what I would do to rid you of the hell/ That torments your deepest memories" reveal the singer's empathy and compassion for the person they are addressing. The song talks about the struggles that they have faced in the past and the untold stories that both of them have kept hidden beneath their shame. The phrase "Beneath our fruitful shame" acknowledges that their experiences, although difficult, have led them to a place of growth and learning.
The chorus of the song is optimistic about their future despite their troubled past. The two people in the song are determined to break free from the shackles of their emotional baggage and to "bloom". The metaphor of blooming represents hope, growth, and renewal after a difficult period. The singer wants their relationship to grow beyond its current state and explore uncharted territories together.
The phrase "If only I could convince time to bestow/ Its kindness upon us like the dew from/ Trees that sustains all that's beneath" expresses the singer's wish for time to heal their wounds and the difficulties they have faced. Despite the pain caused by their past, the singer believes that they can "bloom" and rise above their hardships.
Overall, Bloom by Vespera is a song about perseverance and hope. It acknowledges the pain that both people have endured but focuses on the potential for growth and renewal.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, what I would do to rid you of the hell
I wish I could help you escape the pain and suffering that plagues your thoughts and memories.
That torments your deepest memories
The agony you experience is rooted in your past, haunting you relentlessly.
The strife that we had once endured,
The conflicts we faced and overcame together in the past
Are the tales that we've kept unheard
We never shared our stories with others, keeping them confined between us.
Beneath our fruitful shame.
We bear the weight of our secrets and problems, even though they have the power to hold us back from blossoming.
We will bloom.
Despite everything that has happened, we will overcome the challenges and thrive like a freshly bloomed flower.
I want us to exist beyond the roots,
I desire for us to move past our problems and limitations, and grow stronger as individuals and as a couple.
In the deepest trenches we have yet
We need to explore the darkest depth of ourselves, the parts we haven't discovered, in order to find healing and transformation.
To discover of our damaged selves,
To unearth the parts of ourselves that are broken and hurting, and to help each other heal.
If only I could convince time to bestow
I wish I could turn back time and change the course of events that led us here.
Its kindness upon us like the dew from
I wish that time could offer us a fresh start, like the gentle moisture that revitalizes plants.
Trees that sustains all that's beneath
Like how trees provide nourishment for plants and animals below them, I wish time could offer us a chance to start anew and grow healthier and stronger.
From all the hell we've endured, we'll bloom.
Despite all the terrible things we've been through and the emotional scars we carry, we will emerge stronger and more vibrant than ever before.
Contributed by Kylie J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@gracieburgan8359
Why aren't they more popular? Seriously! This is so well shot, and the music quality is amazing. Well done guys!
@Vespera
we're a brand new band! It takes time to reach out towards people, thank you for checking us out <3
@JoeyWesterlundMusic
Well, this was seriously good. It's nice to finally hear something original come out. Please release the album and take all of my money
@Vespera
Joey And Brandon best compliment, thank you. I worked very hard on this.
@Burgenheimer
twelve foot ninja should give you some originality as well. check them out if you don't already know who they are.
@monrickcroes1159
What's the name of the album?
@NikNocturnal
Ooo I like
@brybry8276
When is your cover going to be up?
@NikNocturnal
The cover has been uploaded..
@brybry8276
On the way..