Belphegor was founded as Betrayer in 1991 by vocalist and bassist Maxx, guitarists Helmuth and Sigurd, and drummer Chris. The band released their first demo Kruzifixion in April 1991, and Unborn Blood later on. After adopting the name Belphegor in 1993, they released another demo, Bloodbath in Paradise on Maxi-CD format. At somepoint before or after the release of this demo, Maxx departed from the band, resulting in Helmuth assuming his role as both vocalist and guitarist of Belphegor since. In between 1993 and 1996 session member A-X performed bass, after which bassist Mario "Marius" Klausner joined the band as a full-time member.
The band was briefly signed to Perverted Taste Records, the label on which the demo Obscure and Deep was released in 1994. This release featured a cover of the Black Sabbath song Sabbath Bloody Sabbath. Their first album, The Last Supper, was released by Lethal Records in January 1995. At this time the band's logo was also redesigned to include two inverted crosses surrounded by blood.
Shred For Sathan
Belphegor Lyrics
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Horned goat - fight for the throne
Lightbearer - prince of power
Singlem solis - the seal of the sun
Under the sign of the pentagram
Fire thunderbolts and storms
We shred for sathan
Evil spirit - son of the dawn
Fallen angel - refused to kneel
Cast thy shadow - over the earth
Singlem solis - the seal of the sun
Under the sign of the pentagram
Fire thunderbolts and storms
We shred for sathan
We shred for sathan
The lyrics of Belphegor's song "Shred for Sathan" seem to be inspired by themes of ancient mythology, particularly those of pagan rites and Satanism. The song begins by describing a new age of "blazing fire," in which a "horned goat" fights for the throne and the "Lightbearer" - a reference to Lucifer - is hailed as the "prince of power." The lyrics then mention the "seal of the sun," which could refer to a symbol of power or protection in ancient cultures.
The second verse of the song introduces the figure of an "evil spirit" who is also a "son of the dawn." This could be another allusion to Lucifer, who is sometimes depicted as a fallen angel cast out of heaven for refusing to kneel before God. The lyrics call on this figure to "cast thy shadow over the earth," which could be an invocation or a plea for his intervention. The final lines of the song repeat the refrain from the chorus, declaring that "we shred for Sathan" - a clear statement of devotion to the forces of darkness.
Overall, "Shred for Sathan" is a dark and aggressive song that celebrates the power of Satan and other dark forces. It draws on imagery and themes from ancient mythology, particularly those of pagan rites and Luciferianism, to create a sense of dark ritual and reverence for evil.
Line by Line Meaning
A new age - of blazing fire
A new era is upon us, characterized by intense flames and destruction.
Horned goat - fight for the throne
A powerful, horned goat is engaged in a battle to claim the dominant position of power.
Lightbearer - prince of power
A leader who carries the light of insight and knowledge, who is the prince of great strength.
Singlem solis - the seal of the sun
This is the mark of the sun, a source of energy and strength.
Under the sign of the pentagram
Under the emblem of the pentagram, which represents magic and mysticism.
Fire thunderbolts and storms
A combination of intense heat, lightning bolts, and tempestuous weather.
We shred for sathan
We play our music passionately and fervently in tribute to Satan.
Evil spirit - son of the dawn
A malevolent entity who emerged from the rays of the morning sun.
Fallen angel - refused to kneel
An angel who has descended from heaven and rejected submission to any being.
Cast thy shadow - over the earth
Send forth a dark, ominous presence that blankets the entire planet.
We shred for sathan
We play our music passionately and fervently in tribute to Satan.
Contributed by Xavier I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.