1.) An American black metal band wit… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 bands named "Absu":
1.) An American black metal band with a sound comprised of both thrash and death metal. Formed in Plano, Texas in 1989, the band's name was originally "Dolmen" but this was soon changed to "Absu", drawing thematic influence from esoteric middle-eastern and Celtic mythology. They recorded four albums and an EP from 1993 to 2001. After the release of Tara in 2001 the band was put on hiatus as guitarist and bassist Equitant Ifernain and Shaftiel departed, citing musical differences and disinterest in the band, respectively.
The current line-up is:
Proscriptor McGovern - Vocals (lead), Drums (Proscriptor, ex-Melechesh, ex-Judas Iscariot)
Vis Crom - Guitars (Rumpelstiltskin Grinder, ex-Armageddon, ex-Evil Divine)
Ezezu - Vocals (backing), Bass (ex-Panzram)
In 2007, Proscriptor resurrected Absu, announcing a new line-up and a new (self-titled) album was released in 2009.
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2.) Black metal band from Italy, released only one demo:
Catacomba, Opera I Demo, 1993
Later changed their name to Void of Naxir
A Shield With An Iron Face
Absu Lyrics
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A Cairn warrior dressed in his harness feeling fury and frenzy.
His silky top had blood stained gauze stretched across his pecks.
His tartan had lines of symmetry running east and west.
An embellished shield with an iron face was embraced in his left hand.
[Bridge - Eremon (Chieftain of Cairn):]
"I welcome thee, o' victorious, I'm skirmishing...at the lift!"
[Mong¡n:]
He rushed to feed the fire,
As honor gained him a home -
He veered beyond the pyres,
The Son of Cairn sat enthroned.
An iron shield gaped toward the sky,
With oak wood and leather backing;
Reprisal lead the way to his mind,
And so it did.
[Cairn Warrior's Question of Vindication:]
"C¡ bhfuilimid ag dul amarach?" ("Where are we marching tomorrow?")
[Chorus - Iold¡nach:]
A shield with an iron face gapes towards the sky,
The death of a man is never going to die.
A resolute falcon gawks back at the armor -
On the wing, yet on the lifting hour.
[Repeat Bridge - Eremon (Chieftain of Cairn)]
The opening lines of Absu's "A Shield With An Iron Face" paints a picture of a Cairn warrior, clad in his armor, overcome with fury and frenzy. The blood-stained gauze stretched across his pecks and the tartan garments with lines of symmetry running east and west are a testament to his valor and courage. In his left hand, he embraces an embellished shield with an iron face, ready for battle. As the Chieftain of Cairn, Eremon welcomes the victorious warrior who is ready for skirmishing, highlighting the pride they take in their battles.
The warrior rushes towards the fire as honor has gained him a home. He veers beyond the pyres, leaving behind the burning flames and takes his seat as the Son of Cairn. His iron shield, made of oak wood and leather backing, gapes towards the sky, perhaps as an invocation to the heavens for divine favor. As reprisal leads the way to his mind, he looks to the future with a question of vindication - "Where are we marching tomorrow?" This signifies his readiness to face whatever may come and to defend his people at all costs.
The chorus of the song, with Ioldanach taking the lead vocals, echoes the idea that the death of a man is never going to die. The resolute falcon gawks back at the armor, signifying the importance of being always prepared, on the wing, yet on the lifting hour. The song captures the spirit of the Cairn warrior, proud and always ready to face any challenge.
Line by Line Meaning
A Cairn warrior dressed in his harness feeling fury and frenzy.
A warrior from Cairn is dressed in his gear, feeling intense anger and aggression.
His silky top had blood stained gauze stretched across his pecks.
The warrior's top is made of smooth fabric, but has a piece of cloth with bloodstains covering his chest.
His tartan had lines of symmetry running east and west.
The tartan pattern on his clothing has symmetrical lines that run horizontally and vertically.
An embellished shield with an iron face was embraced in his left hand.
He is holding a decorated shield with a metal front in his left hand.
"I welcome thee, o' victorious, I'm skirmishing...at the lift!"
The chieftain of Cairn welcomes the warrior and tells him he is fighting at the top of a hill.
"I welcome thee, o' victorious, I'm skirmishing...by the dark!"
The chieftain welcomes the warrior and tells him he is fighting in the dark.
He rushed to feed the fire,
The warrior quickly moved to stoke the flames.
As honor gained him a home -
By showing bravery and earning honor, he gained a place in his community.
He veered beyond the pyres,
He moved past the burning flames.
The Son of Cairn sat enthroned.
The leader of Cairn was seated on his throne.
An iron shield gaped toward the sky,
The warrior held his shield high, so that the metal front was facing upwards.
With oak wood and leather backing;
The back of the shield is made of oak wood and leather.
Reprisal lead the way to his mind,
He is driven forward by a desire for revenge.
And so it did.
His desire for revenge continued to motivate him.
"C¡ bhfuilimid ag dul amarach?" ("Where are we marching tomorrow?")
The warrior asks where they will be moving to next.
A shield with an iron face gapes towards the sky,
The decorated shield with a metal front is raised high.
The death of a man is never going to die.
Even after someone dies, their legacy can live on forever.
A resolute falcon gawks back at the armor -
A strong bird of prey looks back at the warrior's armor.
On the wing, yet on the lifting hour.
The bird is flying, but seems to be suspended in mid-air.
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