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Dark Matters

by Black Water

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1.
I believe in the power of humanity. We’ll overcome all the obstacles, within our reach. Don't analyze or patronize me. We're all in this together! This is a sorry sight. We need to stick together. We won't be here forever. I believe in unity of mankind. We let despair grab us by the throat. Don't need you to tell me, I'm wasting my time. It's not in vain, we won't live in vain! This is a sorry sight. We need to stick together. We won't be here forever. This is our personal fight. We can’t give up on ourselves. As long as there's light at the end of the tunnel. I won't toss away my ideals. I won't give in to defeat. And even if this noose is getting tight. The future's looking bright. If we let our heads hang. I'll support them. This is a sorry sight. We need to stick together. We won't be here forever. This is our personal fight. We need to keep it together, even in this stormy weather.
2.
When belief is a lie and doubt is your downfall. Will you face your fate when it’s too late? Call the police…and let them sort it out. Isn’t this what thought control…is all about? We’re the nitrate, ready to explode. We let our minds get taken over All I know your truth is mine. False hope slips through our hands. Will we ever measure up? We’re the nitrate, ready to explode. We let despair… grab us by the throat. We’re the nitrate, ready to explode
3.
Is this your retribution for a lonely life? Does your heart still hurt or is it barely beating? Is this just a shot in the dark, ricocheted against the wall which holds you back. Regrets still come from reasoning. The truth is out there within your reach. These silent cries for help have never been so loud. Penetrating screams of pain of a helpless crowd. Nails are shut, tight on the casket. When lowered down, every second of every day. Every second of every day. Millions of people die of starvation and war. For economies to thrive to recycle the process. Is there a better way? Is there a better way? These silent screams for help have never been so loud. Never been so loud. Loud!
4.
I've been trapped inside these trenches for far too long. Eyes seem open but I'm way too blind to see the world is changing, Still not able to look around for new endeavours. A place for me to feel freed from these shackles which kept from opening up my mind. Open up my eyes for the world to see. I’m still limited in a world full of possibilities. I'm still complaining but something's got to change my ways. Release The Shackles. Release The Shackles. Release. Release The Shackles. Release The Shackles. As a child I was so careless and I fantasize of what I'd become. I can't believe I'm gagged and bound as I strive to be a better man. A better man.
5.
Is there anybody out there hearing my voice? I guess it's loud enough here, but does it get lost in the void? Captain my captain is our vessel prepared for the journey? Have we brought all we need in need? Have we brought all we need? We want to explore a place of origins unknown without looking around to what we own. Are we close to our destiny? Are we light years away, light years away? Who’ll take my anxiety? Am I light years away, light years away? Physical possessions don't mean a thing to me. It's what's in the heart that counts. It's what's in the heart. General in general I think we've got it made. Have we brought all we need in need? Have we brought all we need? We want to explore a place of origins unknown without looking around to what we own. Brace yourself for impact, because we're getting close to our final destination. Is the realization, we're not here forever. Every day is a celebration of life. Light years away, light years away
6.
I just can't explain what the fuck is on my mind. I'm agitated, reinventing my own perception's gone. No, no cause for alarm. Who's ringing the bell. It's getting on my nerves. Is this what we deserve? Are these the things I taught you? Is this your so-called "American Dream"? I guess you're looking for the answers. I gave you thousand times before. I told them they're just stuck in their ways, wasting their days. Every person seems isolated, surrounded by a crowd. Maybe it's reassuring we don't need to speak. Only listen to the silence inside the void. Our eyes are open. Still we are blind for the truth. Our thoughts are pointless, our memories will fade. Our eyes are open. Still we are blind for the truth. Our thoughts are pointless, our memories will fade. Our voices will fade. Our memories will fade. Our voices will fade. Voices will fade.
7.
Are we here to live or are we here to die? This cycle of life is leaving us questioning. What's in store for us or are we ignoring it. Just live your life, live it day by day. Let your actions speak louder than words. Let your actions speak louder than words. Ashes to Ashes and dust to dust. Do we need an answer in which God do you trust? Technology deteriorates, reduced to rust. Who do you trust? Our redemption’s bringing us beyond the grave. Some of us need answers to questions we can never answer. Tell me this, how can you reason your beliefs. When all of your loved ones are ripped away from you. Who do you trust?
8.
This is where my essence resides. You call me at night, but it doesn't matter. I’d gladly pick up the phone if I'm all alone, but I'd rather be with you. Home is where the heart is. My heart is here with you. This is what we live for. Our bond is always true. One boy and a baby on the way. I think we've got it made. We’ve got friends & family and a roof over our heads. Home is where the heart is. My heart is here with you. This is what we live for. Our bond is always true. Through the good and the bad. We made a commitment and I'll stick to it. Through thick and thin. This is not the end. This is where we begin! Home is where the heart is. My heart is here with you.
9.
Always straight to the point. Neglecting the fine prints underneath the surface. Been headstrong for too long. Open your mind. Read between the lines. You might surprise yourself when you think about it. Maybe it's time to respect that, You're not the only living being on this planet. Who's got a voice. Just listen to your surroundings. These different points of view will open up your mind. Maybe it's just my voice. Maybe it’s your own choice. And you're too blind to see this through. Maybe it's just my voice. But it's your own choice to shut out everyone with different opinions. Hope you're not stuck on your island, like I once was. I really hope you can build a ship to get across to the real world.
10.
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My eyes are staring, straight into the unknown. There's nothing out there, but there's a force pulling me in. My body's trembling like a leaf, you left me empty like a thief. Do we always have to know what the future holds for us? Do we need stability, no surprises, no regrets. I can't believe we're not taking the risk. To improve our lives. To see beyond the boundaries. Dark matters are keeping you away. We don't know what's in store for us. Dark matters are keeping you away We don't know if it's safe. Dark matters! We always want an explanation for what our eyes can see. But if we open our minds there are limitations to what we believe. I have my doubts, I have my fears, but I'm getting wiser through the years I still don't know what's in front of me, I don't know. I don't know what's in front of me. I don't know what's behind.
11.
You’ve let it come to this, you let it slip away. If this story ends, the way it should would you praise your god. Whatever it means, whatever that means. It seems the oldest song in the book reminds me of you. Another chorus comes along I hope it skips to the end. You want it all, but you’ve crossed the line to the point of no return. Across the bridges you have burned. Still you’ve learned, nothing. And it holds you down, until you fall asleep. You may be dreaming but you’re still awake. Your soul is clinging onto yesterday, while your body breaks. When all life will come to an end. You are the destroyer, you are the martyr. Another chorus comes along I hope it skips to the end. Almost halfway there, halfway gone. Almost halfway there, halfway done.
12.
On every second of the day I recall the memories we used to share, all the places we have been. The pictures I hold to remind me of them. So many stories to be told, our walks over the board walk. Talks in front of the fireplace. Every minute that we're apart makes me sick to my stomach. I love you to death and I wasn’t afraid to scream it out loud. You’re my half heart on my medallion. my wedding ring. And if you ever read this, I will tell you I'm sorry. Making room, making space. With every breath I take. Distance only growing longer to overcome the haste. I'm still disappointed by the sacrifices we once made for the cause. Little discomfort for the greater good and it’s good to know you’re still here with me. I bridge the gap, bridge the gap that’s come between us. The air between us, the air between us. I’m nothing in between. Picture frames hold the memories of restless days. Picture frames hold the memories of restless nights. Picture frames hold the memories of restless days & restless nights.
13.
And now I’m breaking glass, my fist up in the air. I’m feeling angry; don’t know why my rage is beyond compare. Beyond compare. Beyond compare. It all amounts to nothing, I can’t relate. It all amounts to nothing, who is the person that I hate? Beyond our war and beyond our recognition. We must stand tall, we can’t give in. Behind the mask, we won’t see any faces. We say we trust our minds, but not our hearts. And now I’m breaking down, the walls I’ve put up in front of me. I’m calling out, but no-one seems to hear my voice.

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released May 29, 2017

Black Water is:
Ferry Koster: Guitar
Marc Overman: Bass, Vocals
Midas Masius: Drums
Robert Maclean: Vocals

Recorded/Mixed/Mastered by:
Marc van Duivenvoorde

Recorded:
October 2016 - Januari 2017 @ Perimeter Studios, IJmuiden

Thanks to Jeroen Rozeboom, Jerome XL, Mike Sijbrands for helping us in pre-recording phase.
Also a big thanks to all the people who supported us by going to our shows, buying our merch and fixing shows for us.
A shout out to Glassbreaker (especially T.J.).

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