After a lot of shopping for a new label and little interest, they decided to create and release the "Black Death" LP themselves. For 5 years they worked hard in their Caverns of Thunder basement-studio.
After that, Brocas Helm made a couple of (unreleased) demos, mostly to get a label-deal so they could do a high-quality cd release. Meanwhile, although labels have showed some interest but not enough to actually sign Brocas Helm, Brocas Helm released the "Skullfucker" single.
Brocas Helm later released a live album, "Black Death in Athens", and a new opus, "Defender of the Crown".
In 2011 Brocas Helm announced their breakup at the German Keep It True festival. However, in May 2012 they performed at Ragnarokkr Metal Apocalypse in Joiliet, Illinois.
Beneath A Haunted Moon-1984
Brocas Helm Lyrics
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Our blades have sung a thirsty tune
The castle sleeps now silent indeed
A corpse beneath a haunted moon
And we, we ride like thunder
I and my lady of crystal hair
Laden with fire jewels
Of the wizard and his lady
We smoke on the wind, my love
Woman frost-haired, diamond eyed
Soaring like a wave beside me
Pale as the deadly steed you ride
And we, we ride like thunder
I and my lady of crystal hair
Laden with fire jewels
Mortal or demon, you'd best beware
Of the wizard and his lady
The sky is so clear tonight
The stars are explosions of light
As from your beast I lift you, lady
To take you with me on a closer flight
The lyrics of "Beneath A Haunted Moon" are filled with imagery of danger, adventure, and fantasy. The opening lines, "The fountain sprays blood this night/ Our blades have sung a thirsty tune," evoke the imagery of violence and warfare. This scene is set against the backdrop of a castle steeped in silence and haunted by the moon, and the presence of the wizard and his lady adds to the magical and otherworldly feel of the song. As the song progresses, the imagery becomes even more fantastical, with references to a lady with "crystal hair" and "diamond eyes," and the two riding "like thunder" and soaring "like a wave" through the night.
The song's lyrics are filled with rich symbolism and metaphor, and they paint a vivid picture of a world where magic and danger abound. The use of the term "we smoke on the wind" adds to the sense of mystery and intrigue, while the line "Pale as the deadly steed you ride" is both powerful and chilling. Overall, the lyrics of "Beneath A Haunted Moon" are an excellent example of Brocas Helm's ability to transport listeners to a world of fantasy and adventure.
Line by Line Meaning
The fountain sprays blood this night
Blood is shed in the fountain under the moonlight
Our blades have sung a thirsty tune
Our swords have tasted blood and are craving for more
The castle sleeps now silent indeed
The castle is deserted and quiet at this hour
A corpse beneath a haunted moon
A dead body lies underneath the moon with an eerie feeling
And we, we ride like thunder
We ride at high speed like the sound of thunder
I and my lady of crystal hair
I am riding with my lady who has shiny, crystal-like hair
Laden with fire jewels
We are carrying precious, glowing stones with us
Mortal or demon, you'd best beware
Anyone, whether human or supernatural, should be cautious of us
Of the wizard and his lady
The wizard and his lady are causing terror around the area
We smoke on the wind, my love
We move smoothly and swiftly like smoke in the wind
Woman frost-haired, diamond eyed
My lady has icy white hair and dazzling diamond-like eyes
Soaring like a wave beside me
We are gallantly riding and gliding like a wave through the land
Pale as the deadly steed you ride
The horse you are mounted on is as white as death itself
The sky is so clear tonight
The sky is cloudless and transparent tonight
The stars are explosions of light
The stars twinkle and shine brightly in the dark sky
As from your beast I lift you, lady
I help you dismount from your horse, my lady
To take you with me on a closer flight
I will take you with me on an adventurous journey
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