Now I think it’s gonna be a lonely winter
The blood and the snow blowin’ in my eyes
Payin’ no attention to the shadow that follows
Comes up behind you for a last surprise
Have you said your goodbyes?
Well you better get ready
Better look to the skies
Because there isn’t much time ‘til the plainsman rides by
Don’t look behind you
Don’t look for me
You might not like me, no no
Don’t look
Well I feel a little sting in the lonely winter
The winds are cold to cut you down
If you hear a rider coming
Better not address him
The sound of the hoof is gonna run you down
Have you said your goodbyes?
Well you better get ready
Better look to the skies
Because there isn’t much time ‘til the plainsman rides by
I like the subtle way in which the tracks connect to the album cover, making this resting maiden the center point — calm in the midst of storm. (Just my interpretation maybe but the cover gives extra depth to the music... a softer undertone). The image reminds me of ‘Annunciation’ by Dante G. Rossetti used in ‘Adrenaline’ music video.
‘Smoke and Mirrors’ puts me at peace with big disappointments — a bittersweet musical potion.
nicabreeze
I've enjoyed The Wake since the 90s. The new album feels like a trip to right where they left off! Goth Rock at it's best! I can't wait to see where they go from here!! aklosowski22
“Strangers” is packed with wonderfully menacing electro-goth—late-night horror movie music for vampire dance parties. Bandcamp New & Notable May 8, 2023