There are at least five bands with the name Forlorn. Here are the three of … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least five bands with the name Forlorn. Here are the three of them:

1. Forlorn was a Doom metal band from Gävle, Sweden. Which is known as "pre-Isole" band. They were founded in 1991 and through 10 years (until 2001) released 6 demos. Then the band was renamed to Isole.

2. Through the band 122-Stab Wounds, Alvarin & C. Worhn hooked up to form the fundament of Forlorn. At this point, Forlorn was still a mere project in the developmental stages. While working on their debut EP.

Forlorn signed a deal with Head Not Found to release 2 CD's. Soon thereafter, Forlorn were joined by S. Aske on vocals and the first EP was completed. The work for "THE CRYSTAL PALACE", their full-length debut, began early after the recording of the EP; and was to be the final release on Head Not Found and with vocalist S. Aske.

In 1999, Forlorn signed a 2 CD contract with Napalm Records. The release
of their Napalm Records debut resulted in the piece "OPUS III - AD CAELESTIS RES", which took a new turn in the Forlorn saga, both musically and lyrically. Still dealing with epic stories, the music went on to become more intense, yet keeping the atmospherical elements intact.

After the release of "OPUS III", a major change happened in the Forlorn camp which would prove to be a turningpoint. C. Worhn announced his departure and from there on Alvarin sought out new members who could participate in evolving Forlorn and who was sure to be devoting, all as one...one as all...

To correspond with the all new Forlorn, Alvarin changed his artist-name accordingly, and now goes under the artist-name "Hennex". Hennex found such members through engaging a talented BM drummer, S. Winter, whose dedication and seriousness would be an inspirational source for the band. Next to be recruited was Dolgar, who by then had just left Gehenna due to internal conflicts. When asked to join Forlorn, he did with extreme dedication and with new ideas which will rock the very foundation of BM. Next in line Forlorn found Vulpes, originally a devoted and brilliant guitarplayer, but was asked to join Forlorn on bass. He accepted and has from there on been a permanent and fully dedicated member.

Forlorn also recruited Iego to handle the keys, however, things did not work out the the band hoped for, so Forlorn subsequently recruited a new keyboardplayer; B. Lonafell - a talented and skilled musician, but once again it was the wrong man for the job. These days Forlorn are happy being the strengt of four, but have recruited Kine Hult (keyboard) for live shows. And by this Forlorn has come full circle. The machinery...the horsemen...the power is unleashed - prepare for metal worthy the gods of time!

Their latest audio-chapter "HYBERNATION" has gained massive acclamation around the world, and the band are now claiming new times as well as new ground!!!

3. Forlorn, a metal act from the West Midlands in England. Exploding on the metal scene in early 2006, they have created a sound which is powerful, yet remains unique when compared to other metal acts. Forlorn are known for their heavy sound and strong live performances.

In 2009 they were signed up by London based Rising Records, & released their first full album in September 2010 - 'The Rotting'. They have previously released two EPs - 'Hearts to War' (2007) and 'The Forlorn Hope' (2008).

www.myspace.com/forlornmusic

4. A medieval dark ambient project from Scorpio V of Metatron Omega and Wyxina, name since changed to Medievalist.

Agony Defiled
Forlorn Lyrics

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They make you crawl
They make you bleed
They make you cry
Get you down on your knees
They make you beg
They make you plead
That your lives be spared
But they dare not take heed

Ain't that sweet
The taste of defeat
The poison you take
The truth that you're fake

You try to hide
Your hurt inside
But you lost the game
Your face, your name

They call out their names
They are writhing in pain
Wrongfully accused
Watching brothers get sat
Being torn apart
They feel their wrath

For ages and ages
In life's aftermath

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Forlorn's song "Agony Defiled" paint a dark and disturbing picture of oppression and suffering. The first verse describes the ways in which the oppressors cause pain and humiliation, making the victims beg for mercy, even as their pleas go unheard. The chorus mocks the oppressors, portraying their victory as empty and bitter, poisoned by their own cruelty. The second verse focuses on the pain and despair of the victims, who try to hide their anguish but ultimately lose everything, including their dignity and identity. The final lines suggest years of lingering anguish and trauma for those who survive.

One interpretation of these lyrics is that they reflect the experience of a marginalized or persecuted group, either historically or currently. The references to crawling and begging could suggest the power dynamics of a conqueror and conquered, or of a dominant and subordinate group. The mention of wrongful accusation and torn apart brothers may suggest a scenario of injustice or civil conflict. The theme of lasting trauma also suggests that the victims have suffered profoundly and are struggling to rebuild their lives.

Line by Line Meaning

They make you crawl
You're forced to bow down and submit to them

They make you bleed
They cause you physical harm

They make you cry
They cause you pain and sorrow

Get you down on your knees
They force you to kneel before them

They make you beg
You plead with them for mercy

They make you plead
You beg them to spare your life

That your lives be spared
You're willing to do anything to survive

But they dare not take heed
They ignore your pleas and continue to harm you

Ain't that sweet
The situation is pleasing to them

The taste of defeat
You're experiencing failure and humiliation

The poison you take
You've been influenced by deceitful and harmful ideas