Avrigus first came into existence in 1990. Due to Simon's role in Cruciform and the Sydney metal scene it wasn't until 1998 that the very well received EP The Final Wish was released on Warhead Records. In 2001 the album The Secret Kingdom was released on Well of Urd Records, a division of the now-defunct Hammerheart Records.
In 2007 it was announced that Judy had left the band late in the previous year. Despite this Simon is continuing on with Avrigus and a new album called "The Hidden Citadel" is in the works. It was announced in August 2009 that Avrigus' new vocalist would be Megan Robins, whose partner Lee Tassaker (bassist/vocalist for Lycanthia) would also be providing vocals on the new album.
The Final Wish and The Secret Kingdom can be downloaded from their official site via BitTorrent.
3rd Of May 2010, the band announced that they will be releasing an EP called "Beauty And Pain" as a precursor to the album "The Hidden Citadel". "Beauty And Pain" will consist of 5 tracks with a running time of approximately 30 minutes.
Flesh
Avrigus Lyrics
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Cast across the ring of fate
By the fire in thine eyes.
This Temple is reduced to ash.
This Corss this thing of hate,
Desire never dies.
Desire never dies.
Lord have mercy.
Thake these tears and wipe the slate.
Fear not heresy!
Draw the line across this circle of my fate.
Take these hooks from my flesh,
The flesh of a sentient being.
This temple is reduced to ash,
by looking back and seeing thee in chains.
The lyrics of Avrigus's song "Flesh" are open to interpretation, as they contain a lot of imagery and metaphor. However, one way to interpret the lyrics is to see them as a plea to release oneself from the chains of desire and to embrace a higher power. The first two lines imply that the singer wants to be freed from the physical and emotional hooks that bind them to a certain fate, which is symbolized by a ring. The fire in the eyes of the person who's supposed to release them from this fate is seen as a sign of power and authority.
The next lines are about the destruction of a temple, which could be seen as a metaphor for the destruction of the self. The thing of hate that is referred to could be an inner demon or a negative aspect of the self that needs to be confronted and overcome. The lines "Buried deep beneath a shroud of sleep, desire never dies" imply that the singer is aware of their desires and the temptation to give into them, but is struggling to resist them.
The final lines of the song could be interpreted in different ways. "Lord have mercy" could be seen as a prayer for forgiveness or help from a higher power. "Draw the line across this circle of my fate" could be a call to take control of one's life and make things right. The final two lines could be about taking responsibility for one's actions and seeing the consequences of one's choices. The song overall portrays a struggle with inner demons and the need for redemption and renewal.
Line by Line Meaning
Take these hooks from my flesh,
I want you to remove the things that are causing me pain or holding me back.
Cast across the ring of fate
These hooks are tied to the inescapable destiny that I'm trapped in.
By the fire in thine eyes.
The intensity of your gaze makes it clear that you have control over my fate.
This Temple is reduced to ash.
My body or my life has been destroyed or ruined.
This Cross this thing of hate,
The symbol of Christianity has been corrupted by those who hate it, and is now just a negative thing to me.
Desire never dies.
Even though I am in pain or despair, my passion and longing never go away.
Burried deep beneath a shroud of sleep,
My true feelings are hidden away from the world, deeply buried and mostly forgotten.
Desire never dies.
Even though I am in pain or despair, my passion and longing never go away.
Lord have mercy.
I am begging for divine intervention or mercy to help me out of my situation.
Thake these tears and wipe the slate.
Please take away my pain and sorrow, and give me a fresh start.
Fear not heresy!
Don't be afraid to question the traditional beliefs or practices, and think differently.
Draw the line across this circle of my fate.
Make a clear distinction between what is my destiny and what is in my control, so that I can make my own choices.
Take these hooks from my flesh,
I want you to remove the things that are causing me pain or holding me back.
The flesh of a sentient being.
My physical body is not just a thing, but a living, feeling being with its own needs and emotions.
This temple is reduced to ash,
My body or my life has been destroyed or ruined, and there is no hope left.
by looking back and seeing thee in chains.
I realize that you are also trapped in your own fate or circumstances, and that makes my own suffering even worse.
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Lost Lenore
I've been looking for something like this for a long time. So beautiful...
Samantha Anne
you found it
Lost Lenore
Blade Filth exactly! I miss Vibeke and old Tristania so much
Blade Filth
But they are garbage since some years ago,aren't they?
Lost Lenore
xiphor Tristania is my favourite gothic metal band
xiphor
Tristania?
Mary Heuer Mcghuee
You had me. You had me. You chose me as your wife and went into another on repeat. Then claimed her as your wife. My wedding dress you bought me has not even been delivered yet because so much for the cookies and delayed gratification. You needed revenge for something I didn’t even do.
Deadpool231
First time i heard this when it came on a cd for a mp3 player
mo de
Je l'ai réécouter avant-hier par hasard... Je l'avais découvert sur une compile métal en 2001😱 ...💖
MetalPatSpirit
Pareil pour moi !