Project Aegis - And the Rest Is Mystery [OFFICIAL VIDEO]
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- Ulterium Records is proud to announce the release of "And the Rest Is Mystery," another all-star charity track for sale under the Project Aegis name, with 100% of the income going to Legacy Music, a nonprofit organization that provides music lessons and instruments to children and teens from difficult backgrounds. These include depression, anxiety, and trauma; physical, emotional, and sexual abuse; psychological disorders; and substance and alcohol abuse. Some of their students are foster youth, and others have been rescued from human trafficking.
"And the Rest Is Mystery," which is over nine minutes in length, was composed by Theocracy songwriter and vocalist Matt Smith, and features vocals by Neal Morse (Neal Morse band, Transatlantic, Flying Colors, ex-Spock’s Beard), Daniel Heiman (Dimhav, ex-Lost Horizon, Heed, Harmony, Crystal Eyes), Leah McHenry (LEAH) and Smith, as well as instrumental support from Smith’s Theocracy bandmates Ernie Topran and Val Allen Wood. The artwork was created by Markus Sigfridsson (Darkwater, Harmony, All Things Fallen).
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"And the Rest Is Mystery" composed, produced, mixed and mastered by Matt Smith. © 2020 Theocracized Music (ASCAP)
AND THE REST IS MYSTERY
Once upon a lonely journey
Same as everywhere she’s been
Just an ordinary, quiet girl
Scarred by ordinary men
So she tries every single day
To wish upon a million miles away
And dreams that the life she’s meant for
Is maybe not so far away…
In the shadow of his father
Wearing blood that’s not his own
Has he squandered his inheritance
For the only life he’s known?
So he tries every single day
To wish upon a million miles away
And prays that the life he’s meant for
Is maybe not so far away…
Shame so overwhelming like a river
Raging with its death so deep and wide
Legend of a promise to deliver to the other side
Standing at the edge, they heard a calling
Deep down they always knew there’s something more
One to pay the toll and get them safely to the shore
So they ran and jumped onboard
And at once their great adventure had begun
Following that burning call
Don’t look back!
One by one
Threw their bags over the side and followed on
Life as they had known it was gone
No predestination for an ordinary life
We’re designed to live for something more
There’s an invitation waiting patiently outside
Knocking upon the door
I heard Your voice
Call to me
The rest, as they say, is mystery
How You knew me before my bones were formed
Traced my scars and all my fears
To trade in the pain of all these years
For a second chance
A broken life reborn
Shelter from the fallout
All the white knights melting away
From a lifetime feeling phased out
To the dawn of a brand new day
I heard Your voice
Call to me
The rest, as they say, is mystery
How You knew me before my bones were formed
Traced my scars and all my fears
To trade in the pain of all these years
For a second chance
A broken life reborn
(Solo)
I heard Your voice
Call to me
The rest, as they say, is mystery
Why You chose me
A broken life reborn
Reborn
Unto a brand new day
We’d wished upon a million miles away
To find out that You were waiting
Never very far away
So now our story will go on
We say goodbye to broken hopes we’d dreamed upon
And sail on to new horizons
Life is not so far away
You have made us Your sons and daughters
And You showed us the way for the brokenhearted to finally be made whole
To escape the shame of the things we’ve done
And the pain of the things done to us
…and the rest is mystery
![Project Aegis - Collide & Spark [OFFICIAL VIDEO]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/df31whdbqXk/mqdefault.jpg)
2024 anyone? I’ve been watching this video since it’s release and never took the time to say how this collaboration is out of this world. The voice of Matt and Daniel together is a bliss and Neal Morse on top of that, it’s plain ridiculous. I’d wish to get more of this, at least a part II 🤘🏼
Sep. 2024 NOW
Me..watching frm India..always come back to them wen im down in life..Greetjngs brother.
Daniel Heiman is from the other galaxy. His voice hipnotizes.
Ikr! I totally freaked out when I saw Daniel pop up.
Maaaaaaan! I was stoked! Daniel has gotta be my favorite voices on this planet, what a powerhouse.
Though as a whole, this project brings on wild talent across the board, love what is happening here.
Totally! I feel hipnotized lika a hyppopotamus.
Daniels voice combined with Matt is just magic! But this whole setup was great!
Very Michael Kiske like. Virbrato par none.
Is it just me, or is this project the best Power/Melodic Metal music out there right now? :o
It ranks at the top for sure. The mission is amazing as well!
Yeah I think so. So many bands have broken up its hard to even keep up with who is still making music. This guys voice is eerily reminiscent of James Labrie circa Images and Words. Not a band compare.
Pretty good. Ayreon and similar projects are great too.
It's all Matt Smith from The band Theocracy. ALL his music sounds like this.
Better than Avantasia in these days... And I love Avantasia...
THESE GUYS SHOULD BE SELLING OUT THE WHOLE WORLD FOR A DECADE. Not a single "artist" on the radio today has talent EVEN CLOSE to this. THESE GUYS ARE SIMPLY BEYOND EPIC.
They should release a full album
Can't agree more. That would be so awesome.
YES!
Matias Contreras Inostroza I agree that would be cool
@Eelis Erkkilä there are more and the rest is mystery
Let’s hope!
Is it wrong to admit that I've lost track of how many times I've listened to all 3 Project Aegis songs, and am now a growing fan of the main projects of all musicians involved? As a musician and Christian, I get so many chills by the music and lyrics of Matt Smith, and these songs (which I was introduced to shortly after becoming a fan of Theocracy), have gotten me into the prog rock/prog metal genre. I'd love to see all artists/bands involved in a full Project Aegis album!!!!
Im with u man
I think it’s an impossibility to stop listening to it.
I'm not sure I could have articulated it any better. It's like your words came right out of my brain!
Nothing wrong with that I've listened to this probably a hundred or so more times.
Jesus Christ bless. Amen
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you; Before you were born I sanctified you; I ordained you a prophet to the nations.” - Jeremiah 1:5
Amen
Amen!
Truly!
Amen🙏✝️
Daniel... Holy moly the man is still THE shit. I wish he never loses that voice, it is too good.
Daniel Heiman, pure magic.
Indeed...and LEAH! Pure magic +.
What band is Daniel from
@@kilroy294 One band he's sung with is Harmony.
kilroy294 lost horizon
@@kilroy294 Might check him out with Lost Horizon "Pure"....so epic!
Daniel Heiman is one of the greatest vocalist ever on the metal scene. He is just a beast!
Sounds just like Michael Kiske to me. That's a good sound to have.
@@betornween they have petty much the same style but they are different at the same time
@@betornween He was much more powerful than Kiske in his Lost Horizon days though!
@@betornween Michael Kiske Will never be as good as Daniel. I haven't seen in my life no one who could touch him in strength in super high notes. He is the best
@@mapinguarimonster Agreed. Kiske is great but people tend to overrate him. His voice has gotten much weaker over the years (though MASSIVE props to him for even being able to still hit the notes with any sort of power), whereas Daniel's has shown absolutely ZERO signs of deterioration. If anything, it has just gotten stronger. The dude is absurdly good. From the crystal clear tones to the raw power and the downright masterful placement of his vowels, it's just a perfect mix that creates a singer unlike any other.
Matt Smith, Neal Morse and Daniel Heiman... what a gift! INCREDIBLE job, guys!
This is to my ears like a comfortable bed after a long day, like a cold beer on a hot day, like toasted marshmallows at a camp fire, like the fresh mountain air and like the smell of freshly brewed coffee all in one.
yeah, like all that. when the Bible says Christ is in all that simply means all. ahh yes like a comfortable bed.
Spotify told me that I listened to this song 142 times the last year :'D
That's it? ;)
Великая песня!
Seriously guys. This is one of the best songs I've ever heard in my whole life. No doubts.
pro2type me too.. my 6 and 4 ur old are addicted to it.. sent Daniel a snippet of them singing it ... he wrote back “fantastic!”
100% agree. I could listen to this song over and over again. I do.....Superb! God bless.
A Christian Version Of Avantasia!!! Absolutely Love It!!!! May God, Bless Everyone Involved In This Project Aegis!!!!The Devil Will Never Win Ownership Of Our Souls!!!!!So Keep The Faith & God Bless!!!!
Daniel Heiman!! He's still a step above every other vocalist....man I miss Lost Horizon.
I totally agree!!
And heed. Amazing band with Daniel.
Lost Horizon, Heed, Harmony, Crystal Eyes....the guy has the King Midas' touch...
And dont forget lavett and dimhav. Everything Daniel touch is made gold.
Have you heard his last album with the new project Dimhav? Is just AMAZING!
Why this is not getting 1+ millions views is a mystery in itself!
Unfortunately nowadays most people only care about stuff like Harry Styles, Billie Eilish and crap like that...
TH-cam viewers should be tried in the UN's International Tribunal for 'Crimes Against Humanity' for not playing, hitting thumbs up and subscribing
Because it's garbage christianity. People dont have time for that immoral crap
Daniel Heiman will always be the light in any song he's chosen to sing
This song makes me want to be a better human.
GOD BLESS THIS PROJECT TODAY AND ALWAYS!!
CHRISTIAN METAL TO OUR LORD JESUS!!
Satan rules
Sorry for satanits but the victory of THE LORD JESUS CHRIST is already aquired its only a matter of time.. therefore May God bless you all people of the web and ... beyond 😇🙏📿
Ugh another schizophrenic moron talking about his imaginary friend Jesus... GTFO.
@@Crash787b After you see with your own eyes how blind can see again and how broken leg is suddenly normal again after prayer, you don't really have any choise but to believe. I really hope you give Him a chance! He really is alive, just ask him to reveal Himself and you've got yourself a real life miracle!
/shrug here for the amazing vocals and wonderful story telling :) Matt Smith and Daniel Heiman both are just powerhouses and im glad they did a thing! Good cause, awesome music, regardless of stance this was a wonderful piece
Hurry up Theocracy and release an album!!!! The time is ripe!!!
Check their Facebook page. Sounds like cover art has begun with the finishing touches on the new release. *Screams like a pre-pubescent girl at volume 11*
Matt Smith's songwriting is the soundtrack to my soul.
Wait a moment... the great Daniel Heiman and Neal Morse working together, fantastic!!
The king of vocal harmonies is back!
Matt Smith should really do a metal opera. Imagine him with, Russel Allen, Myles Kennedy and name it! I think the world would explode.
Imagine a orchesta version of "I AM" with all the vocal harmonies that can't be sung in the ordinary live version, i really want to listen and see that😱
DANIEL HEIMAN!!!!!!! SOUNDING AS POWERFUL AND PERFECT AS EVER. Matt putting forth yet another flawless performance
The quickest 9 minutes of my life!!! Matt you’ve created a new magnum opus, perhaps your best work since Mirror of Souls!! Though all your music is on another level. Amazing work everyone.
You never had sex? :)
I'd say it's definitely his best since I AM. Mirror of Souls is his true magnum opus and this song is downright incredible, but I AM's use of leitmotif and poetic descriptions of God is out of this world in terms of brilliance. What sold me on that fact is how the core motif of I AM (the melody at 3:12 in the chorus, for example) is an almost identical replica of the motif he used way back in '03 on the self-titled album in New Jerusalem around the bridge (also at 3:12). I also believe I hear a slower version of the motif, more triumphant in tone, in Easter during the orchestrations at the end but I might just be hearing things. Also, I'm not sure if it's intentional, but 3 and 12 are both holy numbers of God (3 for the Trinity and 12 for the Tribes of Israel, among other things) and considering how the motif seems to be symbolic of God the Father, it could very possibly have been intentional.
Speaking of numbers, again, I may be looking too deeply into it but if you pay attention to this song, Matt uses threes very often. Three renditions of the chorus, the use of triplicate melodies in the verses, three solo parts for each vocalist (excluding Leah), at least three vocalists singing the choral vocals at all times and three vocalists singing the outro lines. Like I said, there's a good chance I'm really looking too deeply into this but knowing the level of intelligence that Matt pours into his music, it could be intentional symbolism when the songs are specifically talking about God and His greatness.
I am now listening for the third time and I didn't even realize it's 9 minutes until I read your comment :D
Finally people who know what they're talking about!
Matt is just unreal. There really isn't any better composer in power metal and he's top five as far as prog goes, no doubt, probably top three; only Devin Townsend has better-written prog overall, really. Matt's ear for melody and harmony is out of this world, his music and lyrics are crafted with such intelligence, his singing carries both technicality and emotion and he's seriously unbeaten. How anyone can say otherwise is just beyond me. I don't even really listen to Theocracy as much as I used to (mostly listening to post-rock/post-metal nowadays) but to this day, his work is just unbeatable.
Couldn’t agree more. True genius
I totally agree!!! I love the compositions that Matt writes for Theocracy and now for this incredible project!
tobias sammett?
Mikael Åkerfeldt?
@@Celatra Tobi is brilliant as well, he was the one that truly inspired me to start teaching myself how to sing (though James LaBrie and Roy Khan were even earlier influences on me) but I like Matt's writing and vocal style more. I don't hate any of Tobi's writing but Matt has kept his work consistent. Part of it has to do with the fact that he's an absolute perfectionist that doesn't release ANY sub-par music lol
Daniel Heiman...he is already 51... he is one of the king of high voice！
Daniel heiman the best !!!!!
Every time I listen to this, I'm reminded of why Daniel Heiman is one of my favorite vocalists. Obviously, his power, tone and range are fantastic but I also really love the way he places his vowels. On the last "and the rest is mystery" line, he goes from the "ee" sound to the "aah" sound, which opens up a bigger sound and feels more powerful. He does a lot of that across his various bands, I've noticed, and it's one thing that really gives him that signature sound.
Alot of metal vocals do that and yes for powerful sound. Also the large debth vibration used in rock songs is easier with aah
@@richnricher Yeah, I've been teaching myself vocals for the past 8 years or so and I recently learned that. It's just proof that Daniel is one of the most incredible vocalists out there. His technique is impeccable.
@@jakobfel2 yeah keep up the good work \m/
@@richnricher Thanks!
I love Daniel Heiman's vocals and facial expressions into the microphone.
I've heard Theocracy before on TH-cam, but never heard of this project until now, and I am...BLOWN....AWAY!!! Just an awesome blend of music, voices, musicianship, and harmonies. Each voice is beautiful and distinct...the opening guitar is so beautiful, and each change of tempo and sound is a magical journey to a new place. I CAN'T get enough!!!!!!!!!
Well said.
This song just doesn't get old. What beautiful piece of music and the vocals are layered perfectly. I almost get chills when I see Daniel pop in the screen.
Theocracy rocks to start off with, Matt Smith is beyond great, everything he writes is a masterpiece, and Neal Morse, wow, he brings a whole new level to this tune, a depth, a soul, Daniel Heiman, well what can I say, his voice says it all, everything he touches turns to gold, everything. Leah McHenry, she is the heavenly sound of angles they wanted, I'm sure. Ernie Topran pounding the skins and brings that ever so soft touch as the song needs, looks great back there playing and Val Allen Wood, he is fire on the guitar, I thought that thing was going to burst into flames, or the strings would just melt. What a great tune, thank you all.
Really well said!!!! You basically covered it all... ending is something special too!!
@@bartbrownlaw1692 You said it, the ending is something else too!!! I love all the voices but Daniel Heiman really shines on this man, this guy is like a fine wine. His vocals on early bands and throughout his career is more than awesome, but this guy brings it up a level every time he sings.
When you wonder what’s wrong with the world… this jewel of metal talent does not even have 10K views while garbage commercial music gets hundreds of millions of hits.
It's always cool to see Matt Smith and Neal Morse working together, excellent musicians!
Look up 'Jesus Christ the exorcist' by Neal, including Matt in the role of John the Baptist.
this song is a metal anthem
Matt is the Jon Oliva and Paul O'Neal for his generation.
Absolutely! So many fail to hear the similarities but Matt's writing is even greater than Jon or Paul's, IMO. Plus, Matt doesn't write corny lyrics like some Savatage/TSO stuff haha
If only a label would take notice and back this, I can't see how it could not succeed with the same caliber of Avantasia, TSO, Ayreon, etc. - so damn good - CONSISTENTLY.
@@MetalAges Well, Ulterium seems to be very friendly with Matt so it may happen someday, but they're not a huge label so I'm not sure if they could afford to help fund such a project or not, especially if it was run as a charity metal opera.
I never normally comment on TH-cam videos but this deserves it. It's some of the greatest songwriting and lyricism I've ever heard in my life. Instant favourite, I pray that one day Project Aegis has a new release because all three of your songs have been incredible, and this just set the bar almost unattainably high.
Daniel Heiman??????????? Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Seeing Neal Morse and Daniel Heiman in one video is unexpected. I am a long time fan of both. Amazing.
Need another Project Aegis song...pronto! Preferably one as good as or better than this one even! Bring back Daniel too please!
If angels came together to do a video then this would be their music... Outstanding
WoW Matt Smith and Neal Morse
You forget the legend heiman
@@odysseaslag8567 , It was the first thing I saw (Neal and Matt), then I saw Heinam, and he transported me to the classic power metal.
@@METALPROGRAMADOR haha they are amazing all of them...
Francisco, give a try to Jesus Christ:The Exorcist. It's a musical by Neal Morse... Matt Smith features on this and it's excellent!
Is it just me, or does Matt Smith's voice get better with age. He was phenomenal on this track.
Since the release, I've been listening to this masterpiece every single day, and it doesn't matter how many times I come back, there is always this warm feeling that takes me from inside out. Every play is special. The lyrics is beautiful and special, and talks to us deep inside the heart.
THANK YOU for this song, THANK YOU for the love for those who are in need, THANK YOU! God bless!!
Agreed! Every time I listen it brings tears to my eyes ..
Tears of joy and awe of an incredible Creator we have ..
I have a very strong aversion to organized religion. That doesn't stop me from recognizing that this is an incredible song. been on my main playlist for last several months
As a vocalist myself, this project is incredible!! These vocalists are the best in the world
Almost❤❤ in this song everery body is amazing❤.
And now Daniel Heiman will be singing for the band Warriors Path! 💞💞
OMG, I still listen to Angel in the Ashes and Collide & Spark very often, and I just didn't expect listening to this today! Great song, great composition, great performance, great voices, adn "great" to everything, you've made a WONDERFUL work!
I could have written your comment! So psyched that I found it!
Matt, here is the idea for your next project ..
You simply cannot let go of Daniel ..
He is a must in the next project ..
So, who to add that you have not?
That answer is academic ..
Floor Jansen ..
A duet between Floor and Daniel ..
That would be beyond epic!
You have worked with Arjen in the past ..
Arjen knows Floor ..
Hell, add Arjen as well!
Why not?
Do we need to petition Ulterium to make this happen?
Your writing, mixing, and mastering skills can be further stretched to unimaginable heights!
Queremos todos no avantasia em 2020!!😍😍😍😍🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷Matt Smith monstro
👏👏👏😊😍😍❤️👍
Hehehe
In my humble opinion: Project Aegis > Any Avantasia work after "The metal opera Pt 2"
@@YTheNightragerY But PA has just few songs. You can't compare. I would like to see Toby and Matt making something together tbh.
Quero um Kiske/Smith. Atualmente são as duas vozes mais belas do metal em minha opinião.
Not a Christian but damn matt smiths voice is literally golden
What a genius this man is. Thank you for doing what you do Matt !
I do find myself always hoping that Eli Prinsen would suddenly pop up in an Aegis Project song. That'd be awesome!
Out of this world the voice of Ex Lost Horizon Daniel Heiman
We need more Project Aegis!
So great to see Neal Morse still going strong... Matt, your ability to craft songs to the singer is truly amazing....And The Rest Is Mystery, is pure Morse start to finish. Criminal this will probably never be heard on commercial radio. Can't wait for the next one guys !!
I can't believe it, but I think Daniel actually got even better with age. He's like a unicorn.
Matt's use of point-counterpoint is something else. This song, and the song "I Am" with his band Theocracy are two examples. Such a great lyricist and composer.
I need Matt to teach me guitar. Got my first guitar a few weeks ago. Dang it he is talented 😍😌
Beautiful surprise! Matt your creativity is a gift of God! Keep working for his Glory!
Neal Morse, you rocked and rolled, Jesus Christ bless. Amen
How have I missed Daniel Heimanns vocal talent ?. I have, been listening to rock, Christian and non Christian rock all my life. What a set of pipes he has and what a brilliant masterpiece of a song.
Thanks youtube for recommending this video . Gr8 song.
The vocals are superb. Absolute brilliance. But man, those guitar solos, WOW! (from a bass player in awe.....)
I don't know how Daniel is, i love him, one best vocal delivery, Jesus Christ bless you and your family, in Jesus mighty name i bless. Amen
I can't hit like enough on this song. Tears are streaming down my face and chills up my spine. Thank you for sharing your gift and faith. Love this!
07:30 - Daniel is the God of vocals!
This should have 5 million views...in like an hour. Exactly what we needed in the chaotic year of 2020,stay safe out there ♥
Simply: Thank you.
OMG! I can't believe that after not hearing this for a couple of months it still brings me to tears at how beautiful it is. Dennis' voice is angelic 🙌😇🙌
We can just hear how good Daniel Heiman is when he comes in
Sensacional essa música, os vocais nem se falam, todos estão de parabéns, que Deus abençoe a todos ...... possamos escutar mais musicas nessa qualidade que é tão alta..... parabéns
Matt Smith... What a voice!
I see the absolute joy in Neal's face singing at the end and I feel the power..... Thank you.
Reduced to tears every time I hear this... The depth of the songwriting and the astounding excellence of vocal and instrumental performances, wow!!!
There needs to be a Project Aiges album surely!
i would like to classify the arrangement as "Hypnotic Awakening" ... the delivery is flawless.
Perfect! Amazing! Happy to see Daniel in the project, one of the best metal singers
the best of power metal
This is such a supernatural masterpiece on any level that I don't even think there are adequate words that even come close to describing how amazing it is on this side of heaven....WOW
When the "corpus christi" is assembled in such manner, together with their given talents ..
There can be no other result!
Then again, witness Bach's "Mass in B Minor" ..
Imagine if Smith et al would attempt such for the metal genre ..
PROJECT AEGIS - "And The Rest Is Mystery"
"I heard Your voice, Call to me, The rest, as they say, is mystery
How You knew me before my bones were formed
Traced my scars and all my fears, To trade in the pain of all these years
For a second chance, A broken life reborn"
Mystery's last part from Daniel 😧👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏😭
great band God bless them
Thank you so much for this beautiful lyrics and song, I'm going through this right now, thank you for reminding me that God is with me, and this pain will pass.😔
Hi from Brazil 🇧🇷❤️
¡halleluYAHUAH!
¡epicness!
remain blessed, protected and guided through and by His Son and The Power and Authority that His precious name represents my siblings.
.beautiful music.
Amazing! Matt you're so talented! And have a extraordinary team! Glory to the Lord!
Daniel Heiman = Vocal perfection!
Daniel Heiman's voice is incredible.
Simplemente hermoso!!
Felicitaciones por tan excelente trabajo!!
At 6:07 I saw Iron Maiden t- shirt! "And The Rest Is History " Good job guys Specially Matt Smith I still believe in Theocracy 🤘🤘🤘
great music. it nearly makes me cry for joy every time i hear it. please more songs from project aegis
a banger of a strong song , great vocals by everyone (Daniel Heiman - wow) loving Neal Morse in this I can listen to this over and over again
if Matt Smith and Tobias Sammet ever got together to collaborate, the world may stop turning on it's axis due to the amount of pure talent.
It's probably not turning/spinning at all ..
Michio Kaku explains ..
th-cam.com/video/m81gw_3VH8c/w-d-xo.html
Those multi layered vocals are amazing. The whole song is a classic to be. Val's solo is very cool with that tapping slide. Val, You need to do a piece of music with tons of that stuff, I could listen to that all day man. Great stuff guys and gals.
O.M.G. I'm with Damon. Tears. May the Lord bless your work.
Love this, awesome job by Matt and everyone, Daniel Heiman gives me goosebumps!
Against the hysteria of time.
Sometimes contemplation is not in vain.
It helps to ground yourself.
One of the most incredible songs I have ever heard in my life! It is astounding that this beautiful song is not on the Radio! I will get as many people as I can to hear this song and many more from this project and the amazing Artists performing here! Thank you for your excellence and beauty!