The group was founded in 1997 by Tharen (Abigor, Amestigon, ex-Heidenreich, Dominion III, Graumahd) as an opportunity to step away from his usual genre (black metal) and experiment with a different approach to express attitudes and feelings. With Elisabeth Toriser (ex-Abigor, ex-Antichrisis, Dominion III, Soulhunt, Graumahd), who took over the vocal responsibilties in 1998, Dargaard was able to successfully complete the recording of their debut album, "Eternity Rites", released by Napalm Records under the Draenor Productions banner in October 1998.
In August 1999 the duo returned in the studio to record a second full-length. "In nomine aeternitatis" was released in March 2000 and remains within Dargaard's signature style and promise to prove once again their undeniable skill in creating superior melodies and atmosphere. June 2001 welcomed Dargaard's third recording effort, "The Dissolution of Eternity". This album has been described as having reached a milestone in innovative darkwave.
Dargaard's latest full length release, "Rise and Fall", was released in March 2004 and was featured in various magazines as album of the month. It offers a magical sound experience characterized by impressive compositions. Atmospheric, enigmatic darkwave melodies embedded in bombastic choirs and orchestral arrangements are transformed into impressive works of art by the bewitching voice of Elizabeth Toriser.
Official website: http://dargaard.at/mainpage.htm
Demon Eyes
Dargaard Lyrics
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Deep in the night you lost your soul.
Through demon eyes you saw,
What lies behind the mask of life.
To ride with me; to cross the fire-sea…
Were these your greatest dreams?
Eternal wisdom you will earn,
Far away from present days.
Through demon eyes you saw,
The spheres I left for centuries.
Shadows of the worlds beyond,
They touch you like a burning wind.
A circle-gate of never-ending journeys.
In close to the eyes,
You now call your own.
Walk the path of spirit,
Into dimensions unknown.
Through demon eyes you died.
The lyrics of Dargaard's song "Demon Eyes" seem to be describing a person who has been influenced by evil forces or perhaps has made a deal with the devil. The singer is addressing this person, who they say had called for them in the middle of the night and lost their soul in the process. The person has been shown a different perspective on life through "demon eyes," which reveals to them what lies behind the mask of life - the dark and twisted reality that is often hidden from us.
The singer then goes on to ask if the person's greatest dreams were to ride with them and cross the fire-sea. This suggests that the person was searching for something deeper or more meaningful than the mundane world they were living in. The lyrics also mention that the person will gain eternal wisdom and journey to a different world, far away from the present day if they follow the singer.
The final lines of the song seem to indicate that the person has died, possibly due to their association with the demon or dark forces. The song is quite dark and evocative, with strong imagery and intense pacing that creates a sense of the supernatural.
Line by Line Meaning
I am one you called,
You summoned me, I am here in response to your request.
Deep in the night you lost your soul.
You feel as though your soul is lost, possibly due to fear or despair.
Through demon eyes you saw,
You witnessed the world from my perspective, as a demonic entity.
What lies behind the mask of life.
You discovered the true nature of existence, beyond the mundane facade of everyday life.
To ride with me; to cross the fire-sea…
You desired to accompany me on my journey, even if it meant facing danger and hardship.
Were these your greatest dreams?
You wonder if these ambitions were truly worth pursuing, given the potential risks involved.
Eternal wisdom you will earn,
By traveling with me, you will gain profound knowledge and insight that is not available in the mortal realm.
Far away from present days.
This journey will take you far away from your current life and experiences, into realms beyond imagination.
The spheres I left for centuries.
I have traversed these otherworldly spheres for centuries, and now they are available for you to explore as well.
Shadows of the worlds beyond,
The experiences you will encounter on this journey are derived from other realms, beyond the mortal world.
They touch you like a burning wind.
These experiences will affect you deeply, and may even cause you pain or discomfort.
A circle-gate of never-ending journeys.
This journey is cyclical and infinite, with no clear beginning or end.
In close to the eyes,
As you journey, you will encounter new sights and visions that will seem as though they are right in front of you.
You now call your own.
These visions and experiences become a part of your own consciousness and identity.
Walk the path of spirit,
You must approach this journey with an open mind and an awareness of your own spiritual essence.
Into dimensions unknown.
You will venture into completely unfamiliar realms, with no prior knowledge or understanding.
Through demon eyes you died.
Your encounter with me has transformed you completely, and you have emerged as a new entity altogether, changed beyond recognition.
Contributed by Skyler R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ethos79
I gave up looking for a similar band.. this music is so unique.. most other neoclassical dark wave bands don't rise to this level of perfection in vocals, rich beats and melodies and lyrics.. I really wish they do a come back... Tharen is my only hope to listen to such music.. nobody can do the same..
@loupnoir7924
I listen this music when I write my own fantasy fictions 🐺🕯⚔️🔥🔥🔥🖤🖤
@TheSweetKissOfDeath
Dargaard is truly in a class all of there own. Each track they bring forward, rain's a powerful depth of emotion. This is a band that the world needs to be enlightened to. All hail Dargaard !!
@GothicXlightning
I LOVE THAT PIC..WITH THE SONG ELIZABETH LOOKS LIKE A VERY ADORABLE BEAUTIFUL DARK ELVEN QUEEN...
@vatroslavmorbidovic4105
Tharen: Damn it, we got lost!
Elizabeth: I think I see a squirrel over there.
@alexandraaray6358
Amo esta banda, es como volar sin alas, solo con el sonido
@OdinTheOG
I love that Daargard fans recommend music
@necrofeo
i hope Dargaard come back any day soon, this is great music.
@sven7037
Simply Amazing
@kisokupus4306
Great song!