After a break lasting over a decade due to being busy with other bands we decided to breathe life into this sleeping beauty. A recording was done late 2003 with some of the over ten years old songs (slightly modified).
Epic Viking Doom Metal influenced by Bathory. After a 2003 demo called "The Awakening", their debut full-length "By Honour" was released by I Hate Records in March 2008. Their second album called "The End" was released in March 2010 by Napalm Records.
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AWAKENING
Ereb Altor Lyrics
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Silent steps towards my own fate
Hesitation is for the weak of souls
Trembling I grasp my sword
Pulsating blood in my veins
This is the day of days
Can I really succeed
Where so many men have failed
All that my life would have been
The lyrics to Ereb Altor's song Awakening seem to tell the story of a warrior who is preparing to face his destiny. The first line, "The Night is here," sets the mood for the song – it is a dark and dangerous time. The singer is taking "silent steps" towards his fate, indicating that he is aware of the gravity of the situation and is preparing himself accordingly. The next line asserts that "Hesitation is for the weak of souls," suggesting that the warrior is confident in his abilities and is not afraid to confront the challenges that lie ahead.
As the song continues, we see that the singer is both excited and fearful. "Pulsating blood in my veins" suggests that he is filled with adrenaline and anticipation. However, he also wonders if he can "really succeed where so many men have failed." Despite this, he has overcome his hatred and is ready to face whatever challenges will come his way. The final line, "All that my life would have been," seems to indicate that the singer knows that this moment is a turning point in his life and that he is prepared to accept whatever consequences may come from his actions.
Line by Line Meaning
The Night is here
The darkness of the night has arrived on this fateful night
Silent steps towards my own fate
I quietly move forward towards the destiny that awaits me
Hesitation is for the weak of souls
Only the feeble-minded hesitate when faced with daunting challenges
Trembling I grasp my sword
With a shaky hand, I take hold of my weapon
Pulsating blood in my veins
Adrenaline courses through my veins, preparing me for battle
This is the day of days
Today is the most important day of my life
Can I really succeed
I question my ability to triumph over the odds
Where so many men have failed
So many before me have tried and failed at this same task
But my hate has now ceased
My anger and hatred that consumed me has dissipated
All that my life would have been
Reflecting on what could have been, had I not embarked on this dangerous journey
Writer(s): Joseph M. Martin
Contributed by Evan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.