The roots of the band's style sink deep into the sound of legendary 80s American and European bands such as Manilla Road, Omen, Cirith Ungol, Brocas Helm, Manowar, Jag Panzer and Heavy Load. The band's name was in fact taken from the lyrics to Heavy Load's song 'Singing Swords' ('I loved the battleroar').Their third album 'To Death and Beyond' was released in 2008 and received excellent reviews worldwide. Battleroar is also known for being a good live band and they have played all over Europe, including Spain, Italy, Ireland, Belgium and Germany.
In 2009 the band parted ways with guitar player Manolis Karazeris and vocalist Marco Concoreggi. They were temporarily replaced by Stelios Sovolos on guitar and John Papanikolaou (ex Innerwish) on vocals. This line-up played some shows in Holland and Greece.
In September 2010 the band announced that Antreas Sotiropoulos (Everdome, Wolfcry) is the permanent new guitar player.
Currently the band is working on new music and rehearsing every week, while searching thoroughly for a new singer that fits with the band.
For more information, visit the official Battleroar facebook page or visit the official band website.
2) There is also a Hungarian Black Pagan Band called Battleroar.
Dreams on Steel
Battleroar Lyrics
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Poems on blades, we will remember
Twilight fades, moonrays whisper
silver tears on a dragon's wing
Gates of night, free thy secrets
spectral shades, glow in silent flight
Skies of grey, misty mountains
long lost days, relive by your rhyme
Fallen stars, rise in glory
when we'll stand by the lords of light
One last hail and we'll be gone
one last song, lies upon the sword
The first two lines of Battleroar's song Dreams on Steel suggest that the power of dreams and poetry can last forever, just like a sword made of steel. This shows that the band values the power of imagination and creative expression as much as they do the strength and durability of metal. The next two lines describe a scene of twilight and moonlight, where a dragon sheds silver tears. This is a metaphor for a majestic and mythical world where nature and magic are intertwined.
The third and fourth lines refer to the secrets of the night and the ghostly apparitions that glow in the darkness. This is another reference to the fantastical world that the band is describing, where the unknown and mysterious hold a special fascination. The fifth and sixth lines evoke the image of misty mountains and bygone days. This suggests that the band is inspired by a sense of nostalgia and reverence for the past.
The final three lines of the song suggest that the band is aware of the fleeting nature of life and fame. They acknowledge that one day they will be gone, leaving behind only their final song as a legacy. This is a poignant and reflective note to end the song on, underlining the importance of cherishing each moment and making the most of the time we have.
Line by Line Meaning
Dreams on Steel, forged forever
Our hopes and aspirations are like metal being shaped on an anvil, we will carry them with us always
Poems on blades, we will remember
The stories and legends of great battles past will never be forgotten, they will be passed down through generations
Twilight fades, moonrays whisper
As the day comes to an end, the gentle beams of light from the moon remind us of the beauty of the world
silver tears on a dragon's wing
Even the mightiest creatures can feel sadness and pain, we must respect and honor all beings
Gates of night, free thy secrets
The mysteries of the night should be explored and embraced, not feared
spectral shades, glow in silent flight
The spirits of the dead still roam the world, guiding and watch us from the shadows
Skies of grey, misty mountains
Nature can be both beautiful and menacing, we must respect and learn to coexist with it
long lost days, relive by your rhyme
Our memories of times gone by can be brought back to life through poetry and song
Fallen stars, rise in glory
Even those who have passed on can live on forever through their achievements and the memories they leave behind
when we'll stand by the lords of light
In the face of darkness and evil, we must stand beside those who fight for good and for justice
One last hail and we'll be gone
We will move on from this place, but our legacy and the things we leave behind will remain
one last song, lies upon the sword
Our final words and deeds will be remembered and recorded, just as a story might be etched upon a blade
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Roger
estou apaixonado por essa banda.Moro no sul do Brasil, Santa Catarina.
reaper
Έπος,ό,τι και να πώ είναι λίγο...Τιμή για την Ελλάδα μια τέτοια μπάντα!
elGreco Kafros
ρε παιδιά? είμαι τέρμα deep-tech-house αλλά ΤΙ ΚΟ-ΜΜΑ-ΤΑ-ΡΑ.???..ΩΩ ΘΕΟΙ ΤΟΥ ΟΛΥΜΠΟΥ!!!!!! άπειρα likes...