The Balance Between Darkness & LIght

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

This Magnum Opus is truly a global studio project, bringing together an international ensemble of musicians who recorded their elaborate, ornate solos and melodic passages from their own home studios. Jeff's integration of harmony and melody, coupled with his sophisticated approach to alternate tunings and meticulous track-layering, results in a rich, immersive musical landscape that is both complex and sonically beautiful. The sheer technical ambition and collaborative synergy of this epic piece shine through the performance of each and every participant of this labyrinthine studio project.

"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

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