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
Circles of the Oath
Absu Lyrics
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I stand in the center of the summit sphere
I wait for the sound of the clouted bell - the warning sign
This vagueness has not been named,
Yet I see hands which testify the vow
Exposing the uncalled, unknown and unsettled
[Chorus:]
I confirm vigor of the Wise by stealth
With this spell, non-foul, creating combustion
I form the glow
Of the Oath, circles are blood and birth renewed
How keen the free star prevails - a strike of thrust
I forever reach
I seek doubled chains of Orgia's durableness!
[Chorus]
I'm told by the garlanded that Atu and Tiphareth
I'm told by the conquering they remain introducing:
The mentors of the Above
The forgers that speak Below
The savants of the Numbers
The solders of the Circuits
[Decree]
I'm
Aeons tenable
Mark my words
Of the oath
Seven
I'm
Treasures to the stone
Hear my lead
In the oath
Seven
[Repeat decree]
[Repeat 1st verse]
The song "Circles of the Oath" by Absu speaks of an individual standing at the center of the summit sphere, waiting for the sound of the clouted bell - the warning sign. Despite the vagueness of this warning sign, the individual sees hands testifying the vow, exposing the uncalled and unknown. In doing so, the individual's destinies are marked. The chorus speaks of the individual's confirmation of the vigor of the Wise by stealth, through a non-foul spell creating combustion, forming the glow of the Oath. The circles of the Oath are said to be blood and birth renewed, brought forth by the keenness of the free star, with the individual forever reaching. The doubled chains of Orgia's durableness are sought, with the decree being made by the individual that they are Aeons tenable. The mentors of the Above, forgers that speak below, savants of the Numbers, and soldiers of the Circuits are all introduced, with the final decree being repeated.
Line by Line Meaning
I stand in the center of the summit sphere
I am positioned at the peak of creation
I wait for the sound of the clouted bell - the warning sign
I am anticipating the signal of impending danger
This vagueness has not been named,
This mystery remains unacknowledged
Yet I see hands which testify the vow
Still, I perceive evidence of a sacred commitment
Exposing the uncalled, unknown and unsettled
Revealing the hidden and uncertain
My destinies marked!
My fate has been predetermined!
I confirm vigor of the Wise by stealth
I assert the strength of the knowledgeable in secret
With this spell, non-foul, creating combustion
With this pure incantation, I ignite a fire
I form the glow
I create a luminosity
Of the Oath, circles are blood and birth renewed
Through this promise, cycles of rebirth occur
How keen the free star prevails - a strike of thrust
The resilient star endures greatly - like a powerful push
I forever reach
I persist always
I seek doubled chains of Orgia's durableness!
I desire durable bonds of profound union!
I'm told by the garlanded that Atu and Tiphareth
Those adorned in flowers inform me of Atu and Tiphareth
I'm told by the conquering they remain introducing:
Those who have triumphed advise they continue to present:
The mentors of the Above
The teachers from the heavens
The forgers that speak Below
The creators who communicate from below
The savants of the Numbers
The experts of numerical symbolism
The solders of the Circuits
The warriors of the cycles
I'm
I am
Aeons tenable
I am able to exist across eons
Mark my words
Remember my declaration
Of the oath
Of the promise
Seven
Seven
I'm
I am
Treasures to the stone
I am precious to the earth
Hear my lead
Follow my guidance
In the oath
In the promise
Seven
Seven
I stand in the center of the summit sphere
I am positioned at the peak of creation
Contributed by Jayce E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.