WHERE IMAGINATION MEETS MUSIC
The Balance Between Darkness and Light
A Progressive Rock Odyssey
Music & Lyrics by Jeffrey Erik Mack
The Players
Jeffrey Erik Mack
Bass Guitars, Stick Bass, Bass Pedals, MIDI Programming
Ethan Cronin (Light)
Lead Vocals, Harmonies
Allison vonBulow (Darkness)
Lead Vocals, Harmonies, Acoustic Guitar
Gregg Olson aka G.
Rhythm & Lead Guitar
Kristian Terzic
Piano & Synths
Jay Setar
Drums
Joao Corceiro
Lead Guitar Solo
Trovatori
Backing Choir Vocals
JP Wright
Male Voice Actor
Caitlin W.
Female Voice Actor
“The Balance Between Darkness and Light” is composed and self produced by Jeffrey Erik Mack. This song is a progressive rock masterpiece tracked over three years by some of the world’s finest musicians. Recording remotely from their respective studios, this elite lineup brings a masterful blend of expressive technique and boundary-pushing virtuosity to the project. The track relies on sweeping orchestration, odd time signatures and complex rhythms, balancing the structural depth of classical music with the energy of modern progressive rock giants. Over its seamless 20 minute runtime, it invites the listener to confront their inner darkness, beautifully weaving Jungian, Rumi and Stoic philosophies into a brilliant sonic tapestry,
"Without the silence of the night, the song of the day has no meaning"
I. Prelude
Behind the veil of gleam and shadow we find
A duality that is intertwined
One cannot exist without the other
For a Balance of Darkness and Light, is to discover
II. Sanctuary and the Storm
Two lives inside of me. Both wanting to be heard
One seeks redemption. One seeks to have a darker world
Within my spirit. Where my light resides
I must find solace where darkness lies
The need for balance. Where my light resides
I must find solace where darkness collides
III. Obsidian Reflection
Two wolves inside of me. A conflict never seen
Whispering secrets in a silent divide
Search for the truth. Within my heart and soul
Need to find the balance to make myself whole
In my silence. I'll find my escape
Caught between two worlds - seeking solace I can't find
I am chaos. I am tranquility
Darkness and light. Two wolves fight inside of me
IV. Threshold of the Shadow and Sun
In the depths of my mind
I am divided
Caught between the light
And the shadows that hide
V. The Drink from the Dark Well
Embrace the Shadows. Let them cast away the light
Only in fear will you find the might
And only in the Darkness, shall you see the light
VI. Solitary Skirmish
I'm the lone hero with the shining blade
Chasing shadows in the midnight shade
Through the mist and through the veil
Shall light or shadow prevail
VII. Facing the Shadow
I am the Darkness. A haunting melody
Let go of your fear. I'm your remedy
Embrace your shadow. Longing to explore
The depths that lie within. The ways of the Ancient Lore
I am your thought. I am your voice
Whispers in your ear. With me you will rejoice
When you're feeling lost. I will be your guide
Leading you to where. The Darkness held inside
Come with me and you will see. A world of endless possibilities
Where dreams are made and hearts are free. Take my hand and follow me
VIII. The War of One
- Instrumental Breakdown -
IX. Equinox - The Moment of Perfect Balance
Balance in the heart. A silent work of art
What's your ethos like. Sun and moon entwined
Remove the fight. Between Dark and Light
Breathe in. The Universe within
I am The Darkness. I am The Light
This balance is my birthright
Within the war of Darkness and Light
Sit there in silence
Find me
X. The Great Alignment
Instrumental Outro
