From the Underworld
The Herd
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Out of the land of shadows and Darkness, we were returning Towards the morning light Almost in reach of places I knew Escaping the ghosts of Yesterday You were behind me following Closely "Don't turn around now" I heard you whisper in my ear "If you should turn now, All that you won Will vanish just like a passing dream. Just on the very verge of the Morning, daylight was dawning, Freedom was but a step away Now with the deep dark river Behind us, What could go wrong if I stayed Strong in mind. What was the sudden lapse into Madness, what was the urge that Turned my head around to look at you? What was the stubborn will To destroy the love and the joy I nearly held? Three times the thunder roared In my ears In all of my years I'll see that lost Look in your eyes. As, with a sigh like smoke in the wind You slipped from my grasp into The waiting shadows So much I longed to say, But my touch found only the Empty air and a black nights Coldness. Into another world you entered And never again I can reclaim you.
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10 facts about this song
Band Formation"From the Underworld" is a song by British psychedelic and pop rock band, The Herd. The band was formed in 1965 and Peter Frampton was a prominent member, adding the song to his collection.
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Song ReleaseThis song was released as a single in 1967. It remains as one of the most recognized songs from The Herd's repertoire.
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Chart Performance"From The Underworld" reached number 6 on the UK Singles Chart, making it one of The Herd's three Top 20 hits.
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Song OriginsThe song is steeped in Greek mythology, with the lyrics referencing the story of Orpheus and Eurydice.
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SongwritingIt was written by Ken Howard and Alan Blaikley who have written for other prominent musicians like Elvis Presley and Petula Clark.
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Peter Frampton's RolePeter Frampton was the lead guitarist and singer for "The Herd" at the time when the song “From the Underworld” was released.
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Rebellion ThemeThe song resonated with many young listeners of the time due to its existential lyrics, exploring themes of rebellion and frustration which were prevalent in the late 1960s.
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Post-Herd SuccessPeter Frampton went on to have a successful solo career after leaving The Herd in 1968. "From the Underworld" remains a notable part of his early career and his performances with The Herd.
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Re-releaseThe song was re-released later in a compilation album titled 'I Can Fly', which was issued in 1969.
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Creative Direction"From the Underworld" was one of the first songs from The Herd that demonstrated a departure from their traditional pop music, moving towards a more psychedelic rock sound.
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