Forgotten Reign
The Church · Other Songs - The Church
An anient central nation
Taken under the hand
When she used to know him
To form a perfect relation
waits on gods delights
I accused of testing
All the secrets of the past come floating from their caves
Calling like a siren through the waves
The great great river flowed away
Across the sand and lived again
Leaving lust he cannot fight
Evolution in decay
Priests with hair and eyes so clear
Appealed the pawn to return
Struck up his lions and caravans
Said fifteen years I've been here
Floats in the air
A for wings
speaks
Language lost along the line
Forgotten Reign
Forgotten Reign stands as a compelling song in The Church's expansive discography, showcasing the band's signature blend of atmospheric textures and melodic depth. Emerging from the Australian post-punk and new wave scene, the group has long been celebrated for their ethereal soundscapes and Steve Kilbey's distinctive vocal delivery. This track continues their tradition of weaving intricate guitar lines with introspective songwriting, creating a sonic environment that feels both expansive and intimate. While the band is perhaps best known for their enduring hit Under the Milky Way, songs like Forgotten Reign demonstrate their ability to explore darker, more complex themes within their established style. The recording reflects the enduring quality of their work, maintaining the atmospheric precision that has defined their career across decades of releases.