A chance meeting with Brendan Perry and Lisa Gerrard of Dead Can Dance led to an invitation to support that band on a UK tour, and then a recording contract with their record label, 4AD.
Their first two full length albums, self-titled Clan of Xymox and Medusa, comfortably settled Xymox into their own niche of blooming melodics and smooth grey lyrical originality, with Ronnie's songwriting coming as a fresh and very welcome abstract to the plastic and packaged synthpop of the late 80s. In 1989, Ronnie saw a chance to evolve and left 4AD, releasing Twist of Shadows which proved to be their most complete and mature offering thusfar, and was their most successful yet.
With the next two albums, Phoenix and Metamorphosis, fans were left with something of an out of body experience - as Xymox was sounding nothing like themselves. Metamorphosis was truly that however, its failure created a catalyst for Moorings to jump to yet another label, part ways with his bandmates, and pickup Mojca Zugna on bass. Zok records re-released Metamorphosis and a new EP - Headclouds. Moorings took a four year break to introspect and write, and gave fans the wondrous gift that is Hidden Faces, admittedly the logical followup to Medusa.
The new millenium ushered in success for Creatures, Notes From the Underground, Farewell, Breaking Point, The Best Of Clan Of Xymox and the latest DVD release Visible (2008) which serve to define what Clan of Xymox has become now - a velvet lined room smelling of roses and clove, the distant chime of crystal engaging crystal, and the slow lilting line of smoke forming nameless shapes as it draws you ever in.
Current Live Lineup:
Ronny Moorings - words, guitar, piano, voice
Mojca Zugna - bass, voice
Yvonne de Ray - keyboards
Mario Usai - guitar
Discography (as Clan Of Xymox):
1985 - Clan Of Xymox
1986 - Medusa
1997 - Hidden Faces
1999 - Creatures
2000 - Live
2001 - Subsequent Pleasures (reissue only CD)
2001 - Notes From The Underground
2001 - John Peel Sessions
2002 - Remixes From The Underground
2003 - Farewell
2004 - The Best Of Clan Of Xymox
2006 - Breaking Point
2008 - Visible DVD
2009 - In Love We Trust
2011 - Darkest Hour
2012 - Live at the Castle Party (Audio CD& DVD) Special Issue
2012 - Kindred Spirits (cover versions)
2014 - Matters Of Mind, Body And Soul
2017 - Days of Black
2020 - Spider on the Wall
As Xymox:
1983 - Subsequent Pleasures (Vinyl, 12" Limited to 500 copies)
1989 - Twist Of Shadows
1991 - Phoenix
1992 - Metamorphosis
1993 - Headclouds
1994 - Remix (bootleg)
Prophecy
Xymox Lyrics
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It's over
I didn't believe the prophesies
I didn't believe the prophesies
You must find me
Heal me
You must find me
The lyrics to Xymox's song Prophecy convey a sense of disbelief in the prophesies mentioned. The repetition of the phrase "I didn't believe the prophesies" highlights the singer's lack of faith in what was foretold to them. The use of the verb "believe" suggests that there was a possibility to regard the prophesies as truthful or reliable, but the singer actively chose not to believe them. The line "it's over" adds a sense of finality to the singer's decision not to believe in the prophesies anymore.
The following lines, "You must find me, heal me, save me from my enemies" introduces a new perspective in the song. The singer is calling out for someone to come and help them, emphasizing their vulnerability and need for support. The repetition of "you must" adds a sense of urgency and demand to the plea. The usage of the word "enemies" further emphasizes the singer's sense of danger or threat.
Line by Line Meaning
I didn't believe the prophesies
I refused to accept the predictions that were made about the future.
It's over
The time has come to an end.
You must find me
It's crucial to locate me.
Heal me
Provide me with healing and restoration.
Save me from my enemies
Protect me from those who wish me harm.
You must find me
It's crucial to locate me.
Contributed by Gabriella L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Carlos Alen duran
So good
phase.plasma
Total Mayhem...ah the memories!
Ibrahim Turan
I uploaded my gameplay of Total Mayhem (total mania) YT said it's protected by Xymox - Prophecy. I didn't even know that, its soundtrack of Total Mayhem. TM had 6 soundtracks.