The original line-up consisted of Nicole Bogner (female vocals), Christian Stani (male vocals), Werner Fiedler (guitars), Mike Koren (bass), Chris Kamper (keyboards), and Thomas Caser (drums). Inspiration came both from successful symphonic metal band Nightwish and from the myth of Atlantis. The equal combination of male and female vocals distinguishes Visions of Atlantis from Nightwish though and is more reminiscent of Lacuna Coil.
A first demo, "Morning In Atlantis", was released in 2000. In 2001 they signed with TTS Media Music/Black Arrow Productions, and in 2002 their first album, "Eternal Endless Infinity", was released. 2003 saw a change in line-up, replacing Christian Stani with Mario Plank and Chris Kamper with Miro Holly. Now with Napalm Records, Visions of Atlantis released their second album, "Cast Away", in 2004. Since then a few more band members have left and joined. In 2005 Nicole Bogner was replaced by Melissa Ferlaak (formerly with Aesma Daeva) and Wolfgang Koch replaced Werner Fiedler. In 2006 Martin Harb, who already played with Visions of Atlantis on their tour in Mexico in 2003, replaced Miro Holly.
In May 2007, their third album, "Trinity", was released. In September 2007, they began their first North American tour with Epica.
On the 28th of November 2007 a message was posted on the official Visions of Atlantis website saying that Melissa Ferlaak and Wolfgang Koch have left the band, both citing personal reasons. Following this Visions of Atlantis have announced their ex-guitarist Werner Fiedler has rejoined the band.
On the 1st of February 2009 a message was posted on the official Visions of Atlantis website to present a new lead vocalist of the band, in the person of 20 years old Austrian singer Joanna Nieniewska.
However Joanna was replaced on June of the same year,by the greek singer Maxi Nil (x-Elysion) and now the band is in the studio, preparing their new album which will come out in the first months of 2011.
Official site: https://www.visionsofatlantis.at/
Lost
Visions of Atlantis Lyrics
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I remember this moment, years ago there was only you and me
When I wake up in sadness I realize my deep wounds never heal
Living only in memories, all is lost, coldness I can feel
Sky turned darker and darker, soulless voices whispering her name
End came closer and closer, endless sleep was sweeping in her veins
I remember her last words, please don't cry for me
[Chorus:]
Lost in endless night, take me there, where I see you again
Reach out for the light, when will I break my pain
Come and fly with me all across the raging sea
Together we will be, when will I ever be free
One night I was dreaming, seemed to me like reality, so clear
A fallen angel inside me, speaks to me, tells me what has to be done
There's a fire in my heart burning bright like the glory of a king
For too long I was waiting, now my soul is flowing in the wind
She faded away like a rose on a Winter day
I remember her last words, please don't cry for me
[Chorus x 2]
The lyrics to Visions of Atlantis's song "Lost" reflect on the pain and longing for lost love. The song opens with the singer looking back on a past relationship, where they remember a moment shared with their love. The use of star and sea imagery evokes the vastness of their love and the memory's lingering presence. However, as the lyric progresses, it becomes apparent that the relationship ended in tragedy, and the singer was left with the memory and the pain.
The chorus alludes to the finality of the loss, where the singer seems to accept that they may never be able to return to that moment of happiness. They express a desire to be reunited with their lost love, both in dreams and in reality, but also acknowledges the pain that must be endured to reach that point. The second verse imbues the singer with a sense of resilience and determination, where they realize that they must pick up the pieces and move on. The fallen angel inside is a metaphor for the singer's spirit, which was once consumed by the grief of losing their love, but now guides them towards healing and hope.
Overall, the song laments the pain of lost love and the difficulty of moving on. The lyrics express the singer's desire to return to that memory of happiness but acknowledge the reality that they must face their pain head-on and find a way to heal.
Line by Line Meaning
I see her face in my dreams like a star shining all across the sea
The memory of her face brings me comfort in the midst of the vast, tumultuous sea of my thoughts.
I remember this moment, years ago there was only you and me
I recall a time when we were the only two souls in existence, and it was beautiful.
When I wake up in sadness I realize my deep wounds never heal
When I awaken from slumber and feel melancholy, it becomes evident that my emotional injuries are permanent.
Living only in memories, all is lost, coldness I can feel
I am left with nothing but recollections of her, and it is a lonely, chilling experience.
Sky turned darker and darker, soulless voices whispering her name
The sky darkened as if in mourning, and I heard eerie whispers of her name from those who had no soul.
End came closer and closer, endless sleep was sweeping in her veins
The end approached with every tick of the clock, and it felt as if she were being consumed by eternal slumber.
She faded away like a rose on a Winter day
She vanished gradually, like a rose wilting in the icy grip of winter.
I remember her last words, please don't cry for me
I won't forget that her final words were meant to comfort me and relieve my sorrow.
Lost in endless night, take me there, where I see you again
I am lost in an abyss of darkness, and my only wish is to be reunited with you.
Reach out for the light, when will I break my pain
I yearn for a glimmer of hope to alleviate my agony.
Come and fly with me all across the raging sea
Join me on a journey over tumultuous waters.
Together we will be, when will I ever be free
We will stay together, but the question still remains: when will I be liberated from my heartache?
One night I was dreaming, seemed to me like reality, so clear
I dreamed a vivid dream that felt more real than my everyday life.
A fallen angel inside me, speaks to me, tells me what has to be done
A fallen angel resides in me and guides me toward what must be accomplished.
There's a fire in my heart burning bright like the glory of a king
My heart is ablaze with a flame as mighty as that of a ruler.
For too long I was waiting, now my soul is flowing in the wind
I have waited far too long, but finally, my soul is free like the wind.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PAT MC GEE
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