(1) A Belgian Poppunk/punkrock… Read Full Bio ↴There are six artists called Vienna.
(1) A Belgian Poppunk/punkrock group. Still active
The credo 'hard work pays off' holds more truth than ever with Belgian youngsters Vienna. After releasing their debut-EP entitled Arrows in 2010 -a collection of powerpop songs that landed them nationwide attention, spots on plenty of Belgium's stages and a record deal with SonicAngel- Vienna finally its full length "One Heart At A Time"in 2012, quickly followed by their self-titled EP in 2013.
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The momentum started to build over the spring/summer of 2010 after releasing Arrows. The band played tons of shows all over Belgium and shared stages with many international acts. When the dust from the summer run settled down, the band went straight into the studio to record a cover of Justin Bieber's Eenie Meenie, releasing it and solidifying their position as hot new act. The song got nationwide attention and was voted in TMF's "Dag Top 5" for 5 consecutive weeks, 2 weeks on number 1. Due to this success Vienna got noticed by SonicAngel, a record label that’s built around the crowdfunding principle. The band collected all the necessary funds within weeks and started to work on their debut album.
In the meanwhile, the band kept on playing every possible show. They won a "Best Song" award at the Exposure Music Awards, which will allow them to play a few shows in London soon. Vienna recorded their first full length ‘One Heart At A Time’ in Outhouse Studios in Reading with John Mitchell and Ben Humphreys. Both seasoned vets in the trade having worked with You Me At Six, Bullet For My Valentine and Enter Shikari, the band knew this was a good choice. The band released their first single of the album called "Lonely Shore" in september 2011, leading to more highlights: supporting Avril Lavigne in a sold out Vorst-Nationaal and airplay on national radio and television to name a few.
After the release ‘One Heart At A Time’ Vienna toured Belgium and the Netherlands to promote their album. They played Groezrock in April and toured the Netherlands for a second time in the fall of 2012. With their second single ‘One Heart At A Time’ they didn’t only reach the Belgian radio and television, but the single was also released in Italy gaining airplay on national radio and television.
In the meanwhile the band continued writing new stuff. This resulted in a 6-track self-titled EP, which has been released on March 22nd 2013. The music video for ‘Resurrection’, the first single coming from their self-titled EP, gained immediate airplay on national television. Having tons of shows added to their giglist, the future keeps looking bright for this hard working band.
(2) Vienna was formed by veteran Austrian session keyboardist and producer (Frank Zappa, etc.) Peter Wolf as a vehicle for his wife, singer Ina Wolf. One album was released under the Vienna name, 1987's Guess What? The single was Talking With The Heart whose innovative video still receives airplay on Vh-1 Classic in the U.S. As a producer, Wolf worked with Starship, Wang Chung, Paul Young, Escape Club, Go West, Pointer Sisters, Big Country, DeBarge, Grace Slick, Natalie Cole, Cliff Richard, Oleta Adams, and Foreigner
(3) Vienna is a Japanese prog/hard rock band. Their first album "Overture" was published in 1988. They made two albums and one live cd before they split. In 1998 vienna starts a come back with a new drummer. Their new album "Unknown" was published.
Vienna are: Yukihiro "Chachamaru" Fujimura (Vocals, Guitar), Toshimi Nagai (Bass) and Kozo Suganuma (drums, percussions)
First group's drummer was Ryuichi Nishi. Yuhikiro and Toshimi are know also from band Ded Chaplin and from early Gerard's stuff (now band is playing in different line-up).
(4) Vienna are an indie acoustic rock band based out of Baltimore, Maryland. Vienna are John Cotter and Matt Wood. The duo first collaborated in 2002, writing songs together and performing at small venues. Their self-recorded first album which was released on May 13, 2006. Vienna's lyrics come from personal experiences and observations. As Matt says, "We write what we know." The songs are about life, truth, and relationships. Death, love, and exposing lies. In November 2006, Vienna officially disbanded, as John Cotter's time and energy were redirected toward The Apathy Eulogy.
In Vienna's music you will definitely hear influences of Dashboard Confessional, Early November, Mineral, Ida, Minus the Bear, Bright Eyes, Owen, Elliott Smith. You might hear influences of Sunny Day Real Estate, American Football, John Mayer, Smashing Pumpkins, Chevelle, Incubus, the Beatles, Thursday, Bjork, The Velvet Underground.
John Cotter started playing guitar at the age of 16. His first attempt at singing/writing music was with Alissa Robison in 1997; They wrote a few songs together. John recorded a twelve song solo album in Summer 2000 with the recording help of Chris Wilson and Jason Rundell. John currently writes and records solo music but his main focus is The Apathy Eulogy.
Matt Wood played bass for a band called Many Sparrows. They played a few gigs, never recorded. The band split up in 2002.
John and Matt met at Loch Raven High School Young Life through mutual friends. Matt asked John if he wanted to form a band and so they did. The name, Vienna, was chosen because Vienna is a city in Austria that many consider the birthplace of classical music.
(5) French Synthpop act (Pour ne pas me toucher 7'')
(6) Emo band formed in Birmingham, UK in 2023, releasing their debut single "I hate falling but i'd fall anywhere with you" in July
Momentum
Vienna Lyrics
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Upon this road with no one around
I close my eyes to this decision
The night's like coffee to my tongue
Like waking up without a sound
I map the words out
Maybe you will say them
Touch my face and watch me try to breathe again
Would you let me do this
Burn down the final wall
[Chorus]
Overcome me baby
Overcome me baby
Overcome me baby
Overcome me yeah
All I'm asking is to be alive for once
Always I am mistaken
I look for love, I find a stone
Of all the seasons winter befriends me
I come to you in friendship
And hold my breath against the snow
What are you thinking as I gaze into you
Forgive me the confusion
Forgive me as I realize my thoughts betrayed
You are the answer
Cry and smile the same
[Chorus]
The song "Momentum" by Vienna Teng holds a deep sense of vulnerability and longing for someone to come and save her. The first verse, "Why am I walking barefoot upon this road with no one around / I close my eyes to this decision / The night's like coffee to my tongue," depicts the singer in a state of confusion and unsure what path to take. She feels alone, without companionship or guidance on this journey. The second verse then talks about her relentless search for love, but all she finds is disappointment and hurt. She longs for someone to not only touch her face but to watch her try to breathe again, as she feels suffocated and exhausted by the weight of her struggles.
However, in the midst of all this pain and uncertainty, the chorus's repetition provides a glimmer of hope. She asks for someone to overcome her, to help her break down the walls surrounding her heart and the final barrier blocking her from living life fully. The bridge is the most poignant section of the song, where the singer admits to her confusion and apologizes for her misguided thoughts. She then comes to a realization that the person she seeks has been with her all along, and the answer to her problems lies within that person. The phrase "cry and smile the same" shows the ambiguity of this realization, as it's an emotional mixture of joy for finally finding the answer and sadness for not seeing it sooner.
Overall, the song "Momentum" is about the struggle to break free from one's own mind and reach out for help. It's a call for someone to come into her life and assist her in overcoming her struggles and live a fulfilled life.
Line by Line Meaning
Why am I walking barefoot
Why am I taking this difficult path all alone?
Upon this road with no one around
Traveling the unknown road without any company.
I close my eyes to this decision
I try to ignore the fear and make a decision.
The night's like coffee to my tongue
The darkness helps me stay awake and alert like coffee.
Like waking up without a sound
I feel like I'm suddenly aware of everything.
I map the words out
Trying to plan out what to say.
Maybe you will say them
Hoping that you will help by adding your voice.
Would you help me rise up
Asking for support and encouragement.
Touch my face and watch me try to breathe again
Asking someone to be there for me as I try to make a comeback.
Would you let me do this
Asking for permission to try again.
Burn down the final wall
Breaking through one last obstacle that's been holding me back.
Overcome me baby
I want to be brought to my knees and then lifted up.
All I'm asking is to be alive for once
Desiring to feel truly alive in this moment.
Always I am mistaken
I realize that I often misinterpret situations.
I look for love, I find a stone
My search for love often ends in disappointments.
Of all the seasons winter befriends me
I find solace in the cold and dark like in the winter season.
I come to you in friendship
I reach out to you in the hope of finding a connection.
And hold my breath against the snow
Bracing myself against the harshness of the world.
What are you thinking as I gaze into you
Trying to interpret your thoughts and emotions.
Forgive me the confusion
Asking for understanding in my misunderstandings.
Forgive me as I realize my thoughts betrayed
Apologizing for misunderstandings due to misjudgments.
You are the answer
Realizing that you hold the key to my questions and doubts.
Cry and smile the same
Emotions are complex and often overlap.
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Written by: VIENNA TENG
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ProdigyAngel
I kinda forgot about her music after losing my ipod and am just re-discovering her again. It feels like I am coming home..This is why I was obsessed with her music a couple years ago. Her voice is powerful, soothing and her lyrics are always genius. I always wonder why she's not more famous than she is.
Elden Vedetta
Because real talent, like Nikola Tesla, Bob Ross, and Vienna Teng are too good for the modern time (they live in) to grasp the sheer Awesomeness of such immeasurable talent:)
Ping Chiang
She has such a angelic voice. Love this song sooooo much!
Lynn Mon
It doesn't make any sense, she is just so flippin talented! I love her music.
Elden Vedetta
Vienna Teng, forever and always my Favorite singer <3
hamsterxbunny
Vienna teng has the voice of an angel!!!! They should make more music like this!
Elden Vedetta
Blessed Be to the Gods and the Goddesses that be, I am very appreciative I found Vienna Teng, with Lullaby For A Stormy Night, and ever since I love every one of her songs and she is my All-Time Favorite Singer / Artist, and I don't usually have favorites, I'm the type to like so many things from all over the place xD But She is my Absolute Favorite <3
auromkom
Such a wonderful song.
Ayoub Sbai
Vienna you are the emotional momentum of my heart :)
Lynn Mon
Anime is amazing! Besides, a lot of Vienna's songs have been made into AMVs (I've seen at least four for the manga of Fruits Basket alone). Makes perfect sense, actually. Why do you care?