30 Day Music Challenge, Day 05: A Song That Reminds Me of Someone

I am going to keep this one simple, since the subject matter is highly personal. Let me just say that "Sing in Silence" by Sonata Arctica is a song that hits very close to home, and it reminds me of several people I've encountered in my life, not just one. The last two lines "How can I erase your pain and aid you/When death wants to kiss you and you want to kiss him back" make my heart sore. This is a brilliant song with a universality so many of us can identify with, I think.

30 Day Music Challenge, Day 04: A Song that Makes Me Sad

Well, this is a little easier than the previous post.

I discovered Nordic folk metalers Midnattsol over a year ago, after reading that the sister of Leaves' Eyes front woman, Liv Kristine, is the lead vocalist. Totally different vocal styles, totally different band. And Midnattsol also boasts a female bass player! \m/

Where Twilight Dwells is Midnattsol's first album, and it remains my favourite. This song, "Desolation", is heavy with aching emotion, and still brings a lump to my throat.