Singer and flamboyant front person Agnete Kjølsrud of Animal Alpha, drummer… Read Full Bio ↴Singer and flamboyant front person Agnete Kjølsrud of Animal Alpha, drummer Erlend Gjerde of Stonegard and Wardruna and guitarist Stian Kårstad of Trelldom have teamed up and set out exploring the borderlines between rock, metal and black metal. Djerv arise as a consequence of both Animal Alpha and Stonegard splitting up during the last year. Stonegard was laid to rest due to internal conflicts just as their new album was out and weeks prior to a 2 months European tour with Enslaved. Animal Alpha called it quits after extensive touring took them all across the world – finally getting the better of them. But now – almost a year in the making Agnete and Erlend is yet again ready to enter the scene – this time around with guitarist Stian Kårstad or “SIR” as he calls himself while releasing albums with Trelldom or Touring with Gorgoroth.

According to themselves Djerv are consciously pulling threads of their former bands into Djerv. "I guess we all felt our original bands had qualities we should bring along into this constellation. By all means, Djerv is a new band with a new sound, but you can easily tell who's singing to put it that way. Agnete's incredible voice and personality was the main characteristic of Animal Alpha, but we have consciously worked towards a more sinister expression. The overall sound is stripped down, groove oriented and melodic, yet Stians' cold black metal influenced riffing underpins the dark moods of the music " Erlend states.

The band is currently in the song writing process and aim to record their debut during spring and summer of 2010.

"We hope to release a single and a video before the festival season kicks off. Hopefully we get to play a lot of festivals this summer, and we are planning the album for a fall release. I really cannot wait to get on stage again. I miss that thing that happens when I meet the audience. It's magic, I love them! "Agnete says.

Ladder to the Moon
Djerv Lyrics

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Back on the field, a blow and then I'll end it
This is for real, I've brought my animal kit, feed me
Being betrayed, I'll bring the beef into my home
Now let's get laid, I change from wolf into Jerome

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout
If you don't get it now, you're on the death roll

I know the smell of you, I'm far from faking, rather overdue

Guilty again, I'll build a ladder to the moon
Then lick your blood, my friend
Got one more duel coming up soon, shoot me

I always end it, the taste is now the same
The taste is now the

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout
If you don't get it now, you're on the death roll
I know the smell of you, I'm far from faking, rather overdue

Yeah, again

I always end it, the taste is now the same
The taste is now the

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout
If you don't get it now, you're on the death roll
I know the smell of you, I'm far from faking, rather overdue

(Say you will so, telling the other one that all is mine)

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Djerv's "Ladder to the Moon" are dark and cryptic, leaving a lot up to interpretation. The song seems to be about a confrontation or battle of some sort, with the singer preparing for it with their "animal kit." There are hints of revenge, as the singer talks about bringing "beef" into their home and building a ladder to the moon to "lick your blood." The chorus repeats the phrase "going to face the war, you're on the death roll," with the singer seemingly confident in their ability to come out victorious.

There are also references to transformation, with the singer mentioning changing from a "wolf into Jerome." This could be interpreted as a transformation from an animalistic state to a more human one, or perhaps a reference to two different aspects of the singer's personality.

Overall, the lyrics of "Ladder to the Moon" are intriguing and thought-provoking, leaving a lot of room for interpretation.

Line by Line Meaning

Back on the field, a blow and then I'll end it
I am back in the game, and once I strike, it will be over for my opponent.

This is for real, I've brought my animal kit, feed me
I am serious about this and have come fully prepared with all of my instincts and abilities.

Being betrayed, I'll bring the beef into my home
If someone tries to hurt me, I will retaliate and make them feel the pain that they caused me.

Now let's get laid, I change from wolf into Jerome
Now that I have shown my natural animalistic side, I can transform into my more composed and human persona.

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
You are in for a fierce battle, and the outcome could mean life or death for you.

I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout
I will save you from this battle, and it will be a triumphant victory worthy of the admiration of a goddess.

If you don't get it now, you're on the death roll
If you don't understand the gravity of the situation now, you will face the consequences of not taking it seriously later on.

I know the smell of you, I'm far from faking, rather overdue
I can sense your true intentions, and I am not pretending or acting. In fact, I should have confronted you sooner.

Guilty again, I'll build a ladder to the moon
I feel remorseful for my actions, and I will do whatever it takes to make amends, even if that means reaching for the impossible.

Then lick your blood, my friend
I will take responsibility for my mistakes and make things right, even if it means going through pain and discomfort.

Got one more duel coming up soon, shoot me
I have another challenge ahead of me, and I am ready for it. Bring it on.

I always end it, the taste is now the same
I always come out on top, and the feeling of winning has become familiar and expected.

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
You are about to be thrown into a dangerous situation, and your life may be at risk.

I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout
I will save you from this battle, and it will be a triumphant victory worthy of the admiration of a goddess.

If you don't get it now, you're on the death roll
If you don't understand the gravity of the situation now, you will face the consequences of not taking it seriously later on.

I know the smell of you, I'm far from faking, rather overdue
I can sense your true intentions, and I am not pretending or acting. In fact, I should have confronted you sooner.

Yeah, again
This is a recurring theme in my life, and I am familiar with it.

I always end it, the taste is now the same
I always come out on top, and the feeling of winning has become familiar and expected.

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
You are about to be thrown into a dangerous situation, and your life may be at risk.

I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout
I will save you from this battle, and it will be a triumphant victory worthy of the admiration of a goddess.

If you don't get it now, you're on the death roll
If you don't understand the gravity of the situation now, you will face the consequences of not taking it seriously later on.

I know the smell of you, I'm far from faking, rather overdue
I can sense your true intentions, and I am not pretending or acting. In fact, I should have confronted you sooner.

(Say you will so, telling the other one that all is mine)
Asserting my dominance and letting my opponent know that I have the upper hand.

Going to face the war, you're on the death roll
You are about to be thrown into a dangerous situation, and your life may be at risk.

I'm gonna pull you out, it's gonna be so solid, goddess shout
I will save you from this battle, and it will be a triumphant victory worthy of the admiration of a goddess.

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