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
V.I.T.R.I.O.L
Absu Lyrics
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They stare towards the heart
They stare at the stone
He'll upend the plate of angles;
She'll upend the plate of angles
V dashes of Mercury
And Asarus Alchemy
[Chorus I:]
"In the Sun we remember;
In the planets we forget
We've come unto a hall and Asaru is who we've met"
Huluppu roots are forked
Like veins in a canny hand;
Their leaves have scuttled
In spiraled force
A VI fold nova,
Fleurs de lys...
V cards are placed in the hand of the course.
[Chorus II:]
"O' Abyssia we recall;
In spiraled force, they will fall
Man, staff and the silver gilt key shall take us to
V.I.T.R.I.O.L."
[Mandate of Pandemonium (Solos: Shaftiel):]
"Dreamer!" : "Redeemer!"
"Dreamer!" : "Redeemer!"
"Dreamer!" : "Redeemer!"
"The Abyss!" : "V.I.T.R.I.O.L.!"
[Repeat Mandate of Pandemonium]
Their Universe...
It's constantly changing,
And every change in force
It's constantly dying.
Svaddistthana:
Sakkya-ditti
Rearrange V cards, yet are they lying?
[Repeat Chorus I]
Closing verdant curtains
Closure is the apex;
One curve is the asp,
But the snake is a path in light
These twins are emerging,
Geminis still verging,
Yet Atu still carries the knife.
[Repeat Chorus II]
The lyrics to Absu's song V.I.T.R.I.O.L. are full of esoteric references and symbolism, drawing from various occult traditions. The first few lines describe a group of people staring towards the heart and the stone, possibly referencing a form of divination or spiritual practice. The next few lines mention upending the plate of angles, which could refer to the manipulation of geometric symbols for magical purposes. V dashes of Mercury and Asarus Alchemy are invoked, hinting at the use of alchemical processes and substances in the ritual. The ultimate goal seems to be channeling V archangels, beings of great power and significance in many spiritual traditions.
The Chorus I suggests a sense of remembrance and forgetfulness, with the sun and planets serving as symbols of these states. The group has come unto a hall and met Asaru, who may be another reference to an important spiritual figure or concept. The second verse mentions the Huluppu roots, which are forked like veins and have leaves that spin in spiraled force. The VI fold nova and Fleurs de lys are both symbols of transformation and power, and V cards are placed in the hand of the course, likely serving as a way to direct the energies of the ritual.
Chorus II references Abyssia, which could be a name for the underworld or a similar plane of existence. The spiraled force will cause a fall, which may be seen as a necessary step for transformation or change. The man, staff, and silver gilt key are all powerful symbols in various contexts, and they are said to take the group to V.I.T.R.I.O.L. This acronym stands for Visita Interiora Terrae Rectificando Invenies Occultum Lapidem, or "Visit the interior of the earth, and by rectification thou shalt find the hidden stone," an alchemical motto that speaks to the transformative journey of the initiates.
Overall, the song is a dense and layered exploration of various occult themes and symbols, combining elements of alchemy, divination, and spiritual transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
They stare towards the heart
The people are looking deeply into their core being
They stare at the stone
They are also looking into the immutable, unchanging aspects of their existence
He'll upend the plate of angles;
With the power of his will, he will alter the existing cosmic order
She'll upend the plate of angles
The feminine aspect will also participate in the cosmic rearrangement
V dashes of Mercury
Certain forces will be employed in the cosmic manipulation
And Asarus Alchemy
The magic power of Asaru, a deity of ancient Mesopotamia, will be utilized
Will channel V archangels... V archangels
The angels of the cosmos will be directed to bring about the cosmic change
"In the Sun we remember;
In the planets we forget
We've come unto a hall and Asaru is who we've met"
We remember the supreme power of life, but we forget the detailed forces that impact us. We've reached the sacred space where we've met Asaru, the power of change.
Huluppu roots are forked
Like veins in a canny hand;
Their leaves have scuttled
In spiraled force
The roots of the huluppu tree are twisted and the branches are swirling to indicate a cosmic commotion
A VI fold nova,
Fleurs de lys...
The cosmic disturbance is on such scale that a star has exploded and its debris is falling
V cards are placed in the hand of the course.
Cosmic forces are being harnessed by the one in control of the situation
"O' Abyssia we recall;
In spiraled force, they will fall
Man, staff and the silver gilt key shall take us to
V.I.T.R.I.O.L."
We remember the lost land of Abyssia and predict the downfall of opposing forces. Using the tools in our possession, we will achieve V.I.T.R.I.O.L. (Visita Interiora Terrae Rectificando Invenies Occultum Lapidem)
"Dreamer!" : "Redeemer!"
"Dreamer!" : "Redeemer!"
"Dreamer!" : "Redeemer!"
"The Abyss!" : "V.I.T.R.I.O.L.!"
There is a dual aspect of being a dreamer and a redeemer. The Abyss represents the depth of our soul, and V.I.T.R.I.O.L. is our ultimate destination.
Their Universe...
It's constantly changing,
And every change in force
It's constantly dying.
The universe is always evolving, with each change leading to the demise of an earlier existence
Svaddistthana:
Sakkya-ditti
Rearrange V cards, yet are they lying?
Svaddistthana, the sacral chakra, is linked to the concept of illusion. Even though the cosmic forces are being rearranged, can they be trusted?
"Closing verdant curtains
Closure is the apex;
One curve is the asp,
But the snake is a path in light
These twins are emerging,
Geminis still verging,
Yet Atu still carries the knife."
The transformation is almost complete, just like the closing of a play. The snake represents the power of the subconscious, and the twins signify duality. Even though changes are happening, Atu, Tarot card representing the fool, still carries the blade signifying that anything can still happen.
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