Originally a solo project from Olaf Thörsen (born Carlo Andrea Magnani). Soon, Fabio Lione rejoined him after the first Labyrinth period ("No Limits"), and then what was supposed to be a solo project quickly turns into a band, taking its new name from Labyrinth's previous name ("Vision") and from the title that was supposed to be given to Olaf's first solo album ("Divine"). Completing the line up Mat Stancioiu (drums), Andrew McPauls (keyboards) and Andrea "Tower" Torricini (bass).
In its first three years the band released two albums, and started touring (South American Tour in December 2000), where for the first time an Italian heavy metal band got the chance to play (and sold-out) in countries like Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Panama and Mexico.
In 2001, the band started writing and recording the new album, titled "Send Me An Angel", that was released in January 2002. At the end of the same year, Olaf decided to leave Labyrinth, to focus just on Vision and also deciding to stop any rumours from some magazine, pretending to consider Vision as nothing but a "side project". For the same reason Andrew and Mat split from the band and were replaced by Oleg Smirnoff at keyboards (ex Eldritch) and Matteo Amoroso at drums (ex Athena). In 2003 the band started the songwriting for the third album, when Fabio started having some problem regarding the co-existence of his career and Vision Divine related duties. After a few months, they mutually agreed to split. They then proceeded to add new singer Michele Luppi, a vocalist with a previous experience in live performances. With this new line-up they completed the final songs for the album that was to be titled "Stream of Consciousness". The album was released in April 2004.
With a brand new line-up and with renewed ambitions the band canceled any previous deal, deciding to join Scarlet Records for the Italian territory, King Records for the Japanese territory and Metal Blade for the rest of the world. In 2005, the band released "The Perfect Machine", which was recorded at Goldenworks Mixing Suite studio and produced by Stratovarius' leader Timo Tolkki.
In 2006, Andrea "Tower" Torricini left the band for not being able to guarantee full-time dedication to the band[citation needed], and Cristiano Bertocchi replaced him. By September, "The Perfect Machine", according to their website "was immediately described as one of the best Italian metal releases ever, becoming one of Scarlet's all time best-sellers". A new digipack was released containing four bonus tracks. Also, Riccardo "Ricky" Quaggliatto left the band due to personal problems, replaced by new drummer Alessandro Bissa.
In 2007 Vision Divine recorded their album, "The 25th Hour", along with Timo Tolkki and Alessandro Bissa in New Sin Studios. It was released on June 29, 2007.
In April 2008 Vision Divine announced Michele Luppi is no longer singing with Vision Divine, and in May 2008 Olaf Thörsen announced that Fabio Lione rejoined the band as a full-time vocalist.
Vision Divine released their sixth album, "9 Degrees West of the Moon",on January 23, 2009, the first with Lione on vocals after Michele Luppi's departure.
In 2012 Vision Divine signed with EarMusic/Edel Group Records and released their seventh studio album entitled "Destination Set to Nowhere" on September 14, 2012.
In 2016, the band announced drummer Alessandro Bissa decided to peacefully part ways and announced Mike Terrana as the new member.
On April 28, 2018, Fabio had announced his second departure from the band. In December 2018, the band hired formed Derdian singer Ivan Giannini as new lead vocalist. They released their first single called "Angel of Revenge" on 9 December 2018.
Discography
Albums
1999 - Vision Divine
2002 - Send Me an Angel
2004 - Stream of Consciousness
2005 - The Perfect Machine
2007 - The 25th Hour
2009 - 9 Degrees West of the Moon
2012 - Destination Set to Nowhere
2019 - When All The Heroes Are Dead
Demos
1999 - Symmetry - The Official Demo series Vol 3
2002- Colours Of My World
Members
Current members
Olaf Thörsen - Guitar (1998–present)
Andrea "Tower" Torricini - Bass (1999-2006, 2012–present)
Federico Puleri - Guitar (2002–present)
Alessio "Tom" Lucatti - Keyboard (2006–present)
Mike Terrana - Drums (2016–present)
Ivan Giannini - Vocals (2018 - present)
Former members
Fabio Lione - Vocals (1998-2003, 2008–2018)
Alessandro "Bix" Bissa - Drums (2006-2016)
Michele Luppi - Vocals (2003-2008)
Cristiano Bertocchi - Bass (2006-2012)
Andrew Mc Pauls - Keyboard (1999-2002)
Oleg Smirnoff - Keyboard (2002-2005)
Mat Stancioiu - Drums (1999-2002)
Matteo Amoroso - Drums (2003-2005)
Ricky Quagliato - Drums (2005-2006)
Danil Morini - Drums (2005) (session music)
The Dream Maker
Vision Divine Lyrics
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[Lyrics: Magnani]
Open your eyes and you will see
The world is falling
While they continue telling lies
They rule this world pretending smiles
But here we're dying
I'm no more believing
The lies they tell to keep their power
I want to leave
When tomorrow comes I won't be here
Come with me
It's a new world I'm searching
I'll give you a life
Just tell me what you need
Your hopes will be mine
I'll give you a smile
Just tell me what you dream
I'm gonna make it real
Over the horizon we will fade
This world is over
Beyond the Stars We'll fly tonight
We leave this planet falling down
Our fate is calling
Turn on the engines don't you cry
We're no more believing
The lies they tell to keep their power
Just empty lies
Time to raise your heads and scream "NO MORE"
'cause out there there's a new world
We'll find it
I'll give you a life
Just tell me what you need
Your hopes will be mine
I'll give you a smile
Just tell me what you dream
I'm gonna make it real
[Finally, we took off! While the Earth becomes smaller and smaller
behind us, we all know that we won't ever see our homes no our
friends anymore. Goodbye: we choose freedom and we're ready to
fly beyond the sun!]
The Dream Maker by Vision Divine is a song that talks about the state of the world and the corrupt leaders who manipulate and deceive the people to maintain their power. The song opens with an invitation to open one's eyes and see the reality of a world that is falling apart. The people in power continue to tell lies to the masses while pretending to smile. The singer acknowledges that people are dying, and yet the world leaders still try to keep the people blind to the truth. The singer has ceased to believe in the lies being told and wants to escape to a new world when tomorrow comes. He invites the listener to come with him to a new world that he is searching for.
As the song progresses, the singer promises to give the listener a new life and make their dreams come true. He is willing to give them everything they need to be happy in this new world. The singer continues to talk about leaving the planet behind as it falls apart, and he encourages the listener not to cry but to turn on the engines and head towards a new world beyond the stars. The singer reinforces that they no longer believe in the lies told by their leaders and that it is time to raise their heads and scream "NO MORE." The song ends with the singer and the listener taking off, leaving the Earth behind. They know they will never see their homes or friends again, but they have chosen freedom and are ready to fly beyond the sun.
Line by Line Meaning
Open your eyes and you will see
The truth of a world in shambles is right in front of you
The world is falling
The state of the world is in decline
While they continue telling lies
Those in power are misleading us
They rule this world pretending smiles
The ruling class maintains their power by pretending everything is okay
But here we're dying
The common people are suffering and dying
And still they try to keep you blind
Those in power try to keep the people ignorant of the truth
I'm no more believing
I no longer believe in their lies
The lies they tell to keep their power
The lies are used to keep the ruling class in power
I want to leave
I want to escape this oppressive system
When tomorrow comes I won't be here
I will be gone by tomorrow
Come with me
Join me in my search for a new world
It's a new world I'm searching
I am searching for a new world without the lies and oppression
I'll give you a life
I will give you a chance at a better life
Just tell me what you need
Tell me what you desire for your life
Your hopes will be mine
I will make your hopes and dreams my own
I'll give you a smile
I will bring happiness into your life
Just tell me what you dream
Tell me what you want for your future
I'm gonna make it real
I will help make your dreams a reality
Over the horizon we will fade
We will leave this world behind
This world is over
This old world is ending
Beyond the Stars We'll fly tonight
We will travel beyond the known universe tonight
We leave this planet falling down
We are leaving a dying world behind
Our fate is calling
We are destined for something greater
Turn on the engines don't you cry
Prepare to start a new journey
Just empty lies
The lies of the ruling class are hollow and meaningless
Time to raise your heads and scream "NO MORE"
It's time to reject the lies and oppression
'cause out there there's a new world
There is a better world beyond the lies and oppression
We'll find it
We will search for this new world with determination
[Finally, we took off! While the Earth becomes smaller and smaller behind us, we all know that we won't ever see our homes no our friends anymore. Goodbye: we choose freedom and we're ready to fly beyond the sun!]
We have left the world behind and are ready for a new journey towards freedom, even if it means leaving everything behind.
Contributed by London S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joel Silva
VISION DIVINE O Angra italiano! Com o Deus Fábio Lione!!!!
luciano castello
Un disco molto attuale e incredibilmente profondo... Molta gente crede ancora che un'utopia sulla terra sia possibile, peccato che non faccia i conti con il cuore dell'uomo.
Musica incredibile e voce di Lione ai massimi storici! :D
Alkar Longsverd
Those how believe in hope, are dream makers
Luca Vassalli
Epicness.
PIMPANTERA 990
non deludono mai !!!!!!!
alan clemente
Incredibile questa canzone
Mauro
Lione n1