Later on Ilias Kalyvas (bass player) left the band and Stratos Haidos (bass player) joined it. Matthew Dakoutros (violin) and Chris Kyrkilis (keyboards) joined the band, shortly after.
After a long time of rehearsals and composing new material Wastefall entered Fragile studios on the 4th of May 2004. On the 7th of November 2004 “Soulrain 21” was released. Stratos Haidos (bass player) left Wastefall and Nick Valetzis (current bass player) joined the band. After Nick’s arrival, Wastefall had to split ways with violin player, Matthew Dakoutros and drums player George Kanavaris due to musical differences. A few months after Wastefall, recruited Kostis Papaleksopoulos as their new percussion and drums player.
Two years after their successful second album “Soulrain 21”, Wastefall’s third release entitled, “Self Exile” was recorded during December and January of 2006. The album was mixed and mastered by Tommy Hansen (Helloween, TNT, Jorn Lande etc.) at Jailhouse Studios, Denmark. “Self Exile” was released in the U.S.A. and Europe on the 6th of June 2006(Release Date for Greece – 12th of June 2006 and release date for France – October of 2006). Many gigs followed in Europe and Greece.
In 2008 the band split-up due to personal reasons. But the lust for music never went away, so Domenik, Nick and Alex decided to reactivate Wastefall on January of 2013. Many songs are ready and an EP called "Meridiem" is on the way.
The long awaited “Meridiem” E.P. by Greek prog- heavy metal pioneers is going to be released on the 12th of April 2013. You can purchase it via Itunes, Amazon MP3, Deezer, Google Play, Xbox Music and many other digital stores. You will be able to purchase it also through the official Wastefall site, which is going to be launched very soon. Limited physical copies will be available sometime after the digital release.
Track listing: “Recycle the Elite”, “Hearts in the Gutter”, “Vulturnus”, “The Poetics of Flight”, “Revolution Jar”.
Wastefall shot a video for the song “Hearts in the Gutter” on the 23rd and 24th of March with the LensOrama visual team. The video will be available on the 1st of April for streaming.
Wastefall line-up 2013:
Domenik Papaemmanouil - vocals, guitars, keyboards (2003–2008, 2011 - now)
Alexander Katsigiannis - guitars, vocals (2003–2008, 2011 - now)
Nick Valentzis - bass (2004–2008, 2011 - now)
Konstantinos Galimis - drums (2013 - now)
Lesser
Wastefall Lyrics
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The more I need
The less I live
Consume the air
Consume ideas
Consume ourselves
The same old lies
The same deceit
The parent's words
The shining knives
Cut off our wings
I'll break concrete walls(BREAK)
Concrete souls (HEAR)
I'm not alone(NO) Follow me(SEE)
Through my eyes(LOOK) We can be free(FREE)
From all these(RUN) Here I come!!!
Above-Below
I feel abused
What can I do?
This world is trying
To keep me down
To lock me up
I want to shine
They won't let me rise
I hate this marsh
A lesser god
For a lesser man
The line is clear
STAND UP and take my hand
RUN FREE and sweep this land
FROM ALL the fear and pain
BE BRAVE STAY STRONG
Do not forget me
Do not forget my words
Cause I was the one
Fighting those mortal gods
Do not obey
Please just just follow your will
Let them be worried
Every one of us is GOD
Take no advice
Your life belongs to you
Wear no disguise
Do what you have to do
The lyrics to Wastefall’s song “Lesser” explore the theme of feeling trapped and limited by societal structures, and the desire to break free and live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. The song begins with the idea that the more we have, the more we need, and the less we actually live. The concept of consumption is also touched upon, with the idea that we consume everything around us, from the air we breathe to the ideas we hold, ultimately consuming ourselves in the process. The lyrics suggest a sense of disillusionment with the world, with the same old lies and deceit being perpetuated by those in power.
The concept of being limited by external forces is expressed in lines like “The parent's words, the shining knives, cut off our wings” and “This world is trying to keep me down, to lock me up”. The singer of the song expresses a desire to break free from these limitations, to “break concrete walls” and “concrete souls”. The chorus then urges the listener to take action, to stand up, take their hand, and fight against what is limiting them. The song ends on a note of empowerment, urging the listener to not follow advice and to do what they have to do.
Overall, “Lesser” is a song about breaking free from societal limitations and living a life of authenticity, with a call to action to stand up and fight for this freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
The more I have
The more possessions I acquire
The more I need
The more I crave material things
The less I live
The less I experience life's true meaning
Consume the air
Obsession with material belongings
Consume ideas
Obsession with ideological concepts
Consume ourselves
Obsession with self-image and identity
Below these skies
Under the same world we share
The same old lies
The recurring deceptions in life
The same deceit
The perpetual falsehoods in our existence
The parent's words
The guidance of authority figures
The shining knives
The cutting criticism of others
Cut off our wings
Stunt our growth and potential
I'll break concrete walls(BREAK)
I will overcome obstacles
Concrete souls (HEAR)
Closed-minded individuals who cannot understand my perspective
I'm not alone(NO) Follow me(SEE)
I am not the only one, join me in this journey
Through my eyes(LOOK) We can be free(FREE)
Through my understanding, we can obtain freedom
From all these(RUN) Here I come!!!
Escape from the negative aspects of this society
Above-Below
No matter where we are in life
I feel abused
I am oppressed
What can I do?
What actions can I take to fight oppression?
This world is trying
Life has thrown challenges and obstacles
To keep me down
Attempting to prevent me from succeeding
To lock me up
Preventing me from physical/mental/spiritual growth
I want to shine
I want to become my best self
They won't let me rise
Others preventing me from reaching my full potential
I hate this marsh
A deep aversion towards the current situation
A lesser god
Feeling inferior to those with higher statuses
For a lesser man
Lower social status or capability
The line is clear
The difference in societal ranks is obvious
STAND UP and take my hand
Rally support and make a stand against oppressors
RUN FREE and sweep this land
Break free from restraints and claim your freedom
FROM ALL the fear and pain
Overcoming negative emotions
BE BRAVE STAY STRONG
Persevere with courage
Do not forget me
Remember the person you were before embarking on this journey
Do not forget my words
Remember the advice and guidance
Cause I was the one
I have been on this journey longer and have wisdom to share
Fighting those mortal gods
Overcoming the oppressors in society
Do not obey
Do not conform to societal standards and expectations
Please just just follow your will
Pursue your individual desires
Let them be worried
Ignore those who oppose or doubt you
Every one of us is GOD
We all have our individual strengths and potential
Take no advice
Trust in your individual knowledge and intuition
Your life belongs to you
Take ownership of your life and decisions
Wear no disguise
Be true to yourself
Do what you have to do
Do what is necessary to achieve your goals
Contributed by Zoe V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.