In November 2001, singer Sarah Jezebel Deva (Cradle Of Filth, Therion, Mortiis etc), and composer Chris Rehn (Abyssos) met on a mutual tour. They soon became good friends and discovered both had the same ideas about working with a completely orchestral project, which led them to Angtoria. Chris composed the songs and Sarah wrote the lyrics and in November 2002 they recorded a 5 track demo at Virtual Symphony.
They sent out this demo to record labels, and interest for the new formed band grew quickly resulting in several top rated reviews, awards and interviews for magazines all over the world.
In November 2005 they started recording their debut album entitled "God Has a Plan for Us All" . After recording with several guests, the album was released at the end of April 2006 on Listenable Records.
Angtoria was forced to change their name due to reasons beyond their control. Writing for the new album will start in January 2012.
In 2020 on Sarah Jezebel Deva's official FB music page stated that Angtoria will now continue writing music under a different name. Sarah and Chris have parted ways with Tommy Rehn and because he came up with the band name, they can no longer use it. For that matter, their website has also been suspended.
Deity of Disgust
Angtoria Lyrics
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A smile for the unknown, headrush!
Like the river wild
I see in your eyes
A reflection of
Something forbidden
unleashed by a lie you inspired
Betrayal I clutch in my hand
Deception was not your intention
Deity of disgust
I was destined to take plague to my grave
Dug by my selfpity
Captured by the thrill of my pray
Young skin so addictive
Falling faster than rain
Can´t control this craving
Not that I, feel the need to
I live in your shadow Your secret
Betrayal I clutch in my hand
Deception was not your intention
Deity of disgust
The lyrics of the song 'Deity of disgust' by Angtoria paint a picture of a toxic and forbidden relationship. The opening line "Glass eyes shall stare, when tempted by a smile" suggests a fragile and vulnerable state of mind, where the singer is easily swayed by the unknown. The use of the word "headrush" adds to the idea of giving in to temptation and the excitement that comes with it. The next line "Like the river wild, I see in your eyes" juxtaposes the calmness of a river with the wildness in the other person's eyes, suggesting that danger is lurking beneath the surface. The singer is drawn to this danger, but can also sense that it is forbidden and potentially harmful.
As the song progresses, we see the complexity of the relationship. The line "Something forbidden, unleashed by a lie you inspired" suggests that the other person has lied and manipulated the singer into this forbidden relationship. However, the singer is also complicit, as they say "I was destined to take the plague to my grave" and "Can't control this craving." The relationship is both exciting and addictive, but also dangerous and destructive. The line "Deity of disgust" sums up the conflicting emotions the singer feels towards the other person: a deity to be worshipped and reviled at the same time.
Overall, the lyrics of 'Deity of disgust' paint a picture of a relationship that is both alluring and dangerous. The singer is torn between their desire for the other person and their awareness that it is forbidden and potentially harmful. The use of vivid imagery and contrasting emotions creates a haunting and powerful song.
Line by Line Meaning
Glass eyes shall stare, when tempted by
When presented with something tempting, we become fixated and unable to look away.
A smile for the unknown, headrush!
The excitement of encountering the unknown can be exhilarating, leading to impulsive decisions.
Like the river wild
Wild and untameable, like the emotions and desires that drive us forward.
I see in your eyes
A window to the soul, revealing inner thoughts and secrets.
A reflection of
A mirror image of something else, showing a distorted reality.
Something forbidden
The taboo and forbidden can be alluring and addictive.
unleashed by a lie you inspired
A deception told by another leads you down a path you wouldn't have taken otherwise.
I live in your shadow Your secret
Living in someone else's shadow, knowing their secrets and feeling their pain.
Betrayal I clutch in my hand
The feelings of betrayal that weigh heavily and cannot be easily dismissed or forgotten.
Deception was not your intention
The realization that someone did not set out to deceive, but still caused harm and pain regardless.
Deity of disgust
The object of disgust and loathing, like a god or deity of the negative emotions that plague us.
I was destined to take plague to my grave
A sense of inevitability, that no matter what actions we take or choices we make, we are doomed to suffer the consequences of our past.
Dug by my self-pity
The hole we dig for ourselves through self-pity, wallowing in misery and refusing to let go of past hurts.
Captured by the thrill of my pray
Addiction to the excitement and danger of the hunt, chasing after something or someone we know is bad for us.
Young skin so addictive
The attraction to youth and beauty, unable to resist despite knowing it is fleeting and temporary.
Falling faster than rain
The rapid descent into desire, unable to control our emotions or resist temptation.
Can´t control this craving
The overwhelming and all-consuming desire that cannot be tamed or ignored.
Not that I, feel the need to
A resigned acceptance of one's own flaws and weaknesses, without the desire or ability to change them.
Contributed by Christopher A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jerah Luna
I can't wait for their new stuff!! RIP Angtoria (as the band name), but this will continue! :D
TruzziSlayer
@Luscidique ^^ Thank you so much for all relevant information!!! I love that voice! <3
Stasnuc Iconoclast
Richard Andersson keyboard solo! \m/
Jerah Luna
@Kuejena Sarah is going to continue Angtoria's work but they have to change the band name. The new stuff she is making is going to be in the same vein as this album.
Darryl Burmeister
Any updates on this project / band ?
Kuejena
@JunaMess Oh, okay. Thanks for clearing that up!
Jerah Luna
@Kuejena No problem! Now that I read it again it did sound a little confusing. Lol
TruzziSlayer
Who is singing? I mean the male voice :) Thanx
fk811
Martin Haggstrom, guest vocalist
EmpressVara
This is Jezebel from Cradle of Filth