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They did it.
They did it again.
The German Bards have once more achieved what seemed impossible, that is, further renewing their sound while staying true to their compositional style.
This new, beautiful single indeed manages to remain 100% Blind Guardian while presenting an innovative sound for the four, once again different from what was showcased in the previous 'A Night At The Opera'. Truly incredible, they never cease to amaze us. Secondly, this mini CD is also the true test for the group's new drummer, who has had the daunting task of taking on the legacy of a drumming legend like Thomen 'Omen' Stachen. It must be said that, although the style difference is noticeable, he manages to hold his ground excellently. More will be seen live, but for now, the new drummer passes with flying colors.
Taking a closer look at the single, we see how 'Fly' presents itself as the typical fast-paced Blind Guardian piece, composed of chants, counterpoints, solos, electric vibrato, a rather limited use of the synthesizer (which ruined the group's previous work), and the usual energy that characterizes the music of the four bards. The echo of 'Somewhere Far Beyond' resonates a bit, but by the end of the listening, it's almost impossible to give a negative opinion of the track. The new work of Blind Guardian is therefore promising, and I'm more than optimistic about the success of the CD, which will be released in stores by the end of August. The two B-sides are also good: a delightful 'Skald And Shadows', which brings a great nostalgia for the great ballads of the past, and a cover of a sacred piece of modern music like 'In A Gadda Da Vida' by Iron Butterfly, which frankly represents the weak point of the single due to its uselessness... a cover we could definitely have done without, but still fun and unique, which deserves a listen but nothing more.
In conclusion, Fly represents an important new chapter in the history of Blind Guardian. And to those who thought they were done, well, think again, because once more the four bards have managed to pleasantly surprise us after more than twenty years behind them.
Tracklist and Lyrics
01 Fly (05:45)
(Kürsch/Olbrich)
Stop be quiet now
Out with the light and
Then up and down it goes
Fly
Out with the light
There at the door
The inspiration I've looked for
The spirit of the youth appears
No one ever dares to speak
It's nothing else but fantasy
It's make believe
Make believe
No one ever dares to speak
It's nothing else but fantasy
But one day it all will come to life
Step out of line
And I'll teach you how to fly
Then away we'll go
Leave your mark,
Leave your mark in the land of mine
The second one to the right
And then straight on until morning light
Stop be quiet now
No irritation
No, not the slightest doubt
We go at once
Quick -- we better hurry
There from the road I sense
The end of fun gets near
Wonderful thoughts and imaginations
These things will lift you up
What is it like? You ask me, my dear
Will there be fairies or things to fear?
For fairies sake I'd say you better come with me
So soon you'll see
Now up and down it goes and round
Round and round and round
Praise to my cleverness
They all follow me
All praise to innocence
That's everything it needs
Fly in
Fly out
They'll leave it all behind
No one ever dares to speak
It's nothing else but fantasy
It's make believe
Make believe
No one ever dares to speak
It's nothing else but fantasy
But one day it all will come to life
Step out of line
And I'll teach you how to fly
Then away we'll go
Leave your mark land of mine
Leave your mark in the land of mine
Life is a map and it is quite confusing
The lights are up now let the play begin
She flies, she flies
Into the light she flies
No words like "Just" in mind
She's finding Neverland
There on the day she dies
Don't stop it now
She still enjoys the scene
Don't stop it now
Don't stop it now
Don't stop it now
Don't stop it now, now, now
No one ever dares to speak
It's nothing else but fantasy
It's make believe
Make believe
No one ever dares to speak
It's nothing else but fantasy
But one day it all will come to life
Step out of line
And I'll teach you how to fly
Then away we'll go
Leave your mark land of mine
Leave your mark in the land of mine
03 In a Gadda Da Vida (03:36)
In a gadda da vida, honey
Don't you know that I'm lovin' you
In a gadda da vida, baby
Don't you know that I'll always be true
Oh, won't you come with me
And take my hand
Oh, won't you come with me
And walk this land
Please take my hand
In a gadda da vida, honey
Don't you know that I'm lovin' you
In a gadda da vida, baby
Don't you know that I'll always be true
Oh, won't you come with me
And take my hand
Oh, won't you come with me
And walk this land
Please take my hand
In a gadda da vida, honey
Don't you know that I'm lovin' you
In a gadda da vida, baby
Don't you know that I'll always be true
Oh, won't you come with me
And take my hand
Oh, won't you come with me
And walk this land
Please take my hand
In a gadda da vida, honey
Don't you know that I'm lovin' you
In a gadda da vida, baby
Don't you nkow that I'll always be true
Oh, won't you come with me
And take my hand
Oh, won't you come with me
And walk this land
Please take my hand
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