1. Allfather was birthed during the early stages in 1996, in Victoria, BC, Canada. At first, a three piece made up by Justin Hagberg playing guitar, Craig Stewart on drums and Paul Jacobsen doing vocals. This collection created an unreleased demo entitled “Render to the Unlight” (1996). After a while this era faded and Paul Jacobsen took up the duty of playing drums. With the addition of Cam Pipes on bass, Allfather began a new epoch and formed their first independently released recording entitled “Wrath of the Bloodthirsty” (1998); an exploratory six song collection that combined visionary philosophy and raw brutality.
The need to unleash Allfather to the masses soon came and an independent vocalist was needed to do so, allowing kinsman Chad Klassen to take up the post. After playing a number of shows, another recording was completed to encourage label support. A five song promotional MCD (1999) was prepared and again independently released. Focus on ascension and war, dominated the theme of this new release. Another campaign of shows was unchained, to further Allfathers cause.
It was during this effort that a new bass player was introduced: Adam Angus, a strong comrade that would prove very worthy to join the ranks. Soon after this addition, another recording was created (recorded 2001) and Allfather agreed to be in the company of three other cults on a split CD released by Realms of Darkness Productions and Dark Horizon Records. Allfather contributed five songs to this compilation CD entitled “Lead us to War and Final Glory” (2002).
Soon after this recording Allfather parted ways with Realms of Darkness/Dark Horizon Records and began seeking new label support. It was during this time that Invictus Productions took interest in the Allfather horde. Allfather then proceeded to create another recording to be released on Invictus. Entitled “Weapon of Ascension” (2004), this is Allfathers first full length and it promises to be the best Allfather material to date. “Weapon of Ascention” is scheduled to be out in January on Invictus Productions.
Currently Allfather is writing new material and has incorporated a second guitarist into the fold, Jasper van der Veen (formerly of Fluisterwoud). The addition of another guitar player adds a whole new creative dimension to Allfather, and will prove a valuable asset for future song writing and touring.
2. Allfather are Neanderthal sludge/doom/hardcore from the Medway delta of the UK. A four piece band influenced by everyone from Iron Monkey, Electric Wizard, High on Fire, Sleep, Raging Speedhorn amoungst others. Formed in December 2013, their first EP is due to be released in early 2015 followed by follow up gigs in Kent and London.
Through Ages Wrought
Allfather Lyrics
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Wrought ever stronger through the instrument of progression
Each life lived passes knowledge to the next
Wisdom and experience of the past allows a new link to begin
An inexorable advancement that only grows mightier as the years pass
Life is a never ending struggle for understanding and skill
As a life passes, this struggle is passed to the next
Only when this is realized and honoured
Can one's lineage becomes greater
Ancestry becomes naught if nothing can be gained from it
Or shunned through cowardice and weakness
Only a fool would deny his line
Ignore the inherent gifts it brings
The true man seeks to embrace his forefathers and revere their wisdom
When his past is respected, he can then gain strength and ambition
The true man holds the will of all his ancestors within
By this can he fortify himself and
Consent his kind to a life of pride and honour
The lyrics to Through Ages Wrought by Allfather speak of the power and importance of heritage and ancestry. The song emphasizes that as time passes, our heritage becomes stronger and more valuable. Each life lived passes knowledge and wisdom to the next generation, allowing for an inexorable advancement that only grows mightier with time.
The lyrics suggest that life is a never-ending struggle for understanding and skill, and that this struggle is passed down through generations. The responsibility then becomes that of the heir to honor and continue this legacy, so that their lineage can become greater. Ancestry becomes meaningless if it is shunned or ignored, and only a fool would deny the gifts and wisdom it brings.
The true man, as described in the song, seeks to embrace his forefathers and revere their wisdom. When the past is respected, one can gain strength and ambition from it. Holding the will of all ancestors within, a person can fortify themselves, and lead a life of pride and honor.
Overall, Through Ages Wrought serves as a reminder of the importance of our heritage and ancestry, and the role they play in shaping who we are today.
Line by Line Meaning
Heritage; as it ages brings strength
The longer a heritage exists, the more powerful it becomes over time
Wrought ever stronger through the instrument of progression
Continual improvement through new developments keeps a heritage strong
Each life lived passes knowledge to the next
Experience gained in one generation is passed down to those who come after
Wisdom and experience of the past allows a new link to begin
Reflection on past experiences allows for better decision making in the future
An inexorable advancement that only grows mightier as the years pass
A heritage that continually learns and grows becomes more powerful as time goes on
Life is a never ending struggle for understanding and skill
The pursuit of knowledge and expertise is an ongoing effort throughout life
As a life passes, this struggle is passed to the next
The commitment to lifelong learning is passed from one generation to the next
The responsibility becomes that of the heir
It is the duty of the next generation to continue the journey of learning and growth
Only when this is realized and honoured
Acknowledging the importance of continuing one's heritage is essential to its continuation
Can one's lineage becomes greater
Only by valuing and building upon the lessons of the past can a heritage be elevated
Ancestry becomes naught if nothing can be gained from it
A heritage loses its value if the lessons of the past are not used to improve the future
Or shunned through cowardice and weakness
Rejecting the traditions of one's lineage out of fear or laziness is a disservice to oneself
Only a fool would deny his line
It is foolish to reject the guidance and teachings of one's heritage
Ignore the inherent gifts it brings
Failing to learn from the lessons of the past means missing out on the benefits of that knowledge
The true man seeks to embrace his forefathers and revere their wisdom
A wise person actively seeks out the knowledge and experience of their ancestors to improve themselves
When his past is respected, he can then gain strength and ambition
Acknowledging the value of one's heritage gives a person motivation and drive to succeed
The true man holds the will of all his ancestors within
A person who values their heritage carries the guidance and teachings of past generations with them
By this can he fortify himself and
Drawing on the guidance of one's past can help one become stronger and more resilient
Consent his kind to a life of pride and honour
Following the teachings of one's heritage can lead to a life filled with dignity and respect
Contributed by Caroline R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.