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
Cyntefyn's Fountain
Absu Lyrics
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When the waters are disturbed
In the name of the great Pythoness
Cyntefyn burns with the ground
The lyrics of Absu's "Cyntefyn's Fountain" draw upon ancient mythology and mystical imagery to describe a powerful force that burns with the earth. The song invokes the figure of the "great Pythoness," an oracle and seer associated with the god Apollo in Greek mythology. The dragon, traditionally linked with chaos and chance, serves as her guide. The initial line, "the dragon's guide is chance," may thus suggest that unpredictable events and random occurrences play a role in guiding us through the world and accessing hidden knowledge.
The second half of the verse, "when the waters are disturbed," introduces the image of a fountain or source of life that is connected to this mystical force. The name "Cyntefyn," which appears in the third line of the song, is likely a reference to a Welsh folk tale about a magical well that provides healing waters. In Absu's interpretation, Cyntefyn's fountain appears to be a source of both life and destruction - the final line of the verse, "Cyntefyn burns with the ground," suggests that the power of the fountain is so intense that it can burn everything in its path.
Line by Line Meaning
The dragon's guide is chance
The path of the dragon is determined by fate.
When the waters are disturbed
When the natural balance is disrupted.
In the name of the great Pythoness
As an offering to the powerful serpent deity.
Cyntefyn burns with the ground
The fiery wrath of Cyntefyn destroys everything in its path.
Contributed by Xavier E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.