As opposed to the aggressive Satanism of many black metal bands, GBK's lyrics take a literate, satirical view of biblical lore. The band is known for incorporating melodic, traditional heavy metal influences while retaining the more unorthodox aspects of black metal songwriting. GBK are one of America's first black metal bands and are true fathers of USBM.
Following the death of Richard Mills (singer on Kosherat) in August of 2006, the band split up, but later reformed to play gigs in 2009-10. The band has been sporadically active and playing gigs ever since with Unhold (Absurd, Luror, Helduntum) taking over as live vocalist. New studio material has been recorded Kohanic Charmers (2022)
Releases
* Goat Of A Thousand Young (1992; demo)
* Triumph of the Hordes (1994; demo)
* A Witness to the Regicide (1996; EP)
* Mocking the Philanthropist (1997)
* The Tricifixion of Swine (2000; EP)
* Judeobeast Assassination (2001)
* Satan is Metal's Master/Sperm of the Antichrist (2001; split)
* Castrate the Redeemer (2001)
* Hobo of Aramaic Tongues/Le Royaume Maudit (2003; split)
* On a Mule Rides the Swindler (2005; EP)
* Kosherat (2005)
* Weltenfeind (2008; split)
* Goat of a Thousand Young / Triumph of the Hordes (2017; compilation)
* Kohanic Charmers (2022)
Sumerian Fairytale
Grand Belial's Key Lyrics
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Beckon the burning sands of the universe
The ancient ones ruled before time itself
Commanding the winds, fire, waters and earth
Until they were challenged by the god Marduk
Blessed Tiamat release this bind
Lower magicians, gather fast thy might!
Hordes of Azazel and Azagthoth
Stir the sick waters of the bay of souls
Invoke the darkness and spirit mayhem!
Lourdes of the underworld
Raise furious upheaval
Attack the prince of the heavens
And cast his corpse into black abyss!
Father mictian admit our sons
Into this precious land
For they gave us life and gave us food
And so a throne comes from our doom
Reap some magick: Call forth the ghouls!
The lyrics of Grand Belial's Key's "Sumerian Fairytale" evoke the dark mythology of ancient Mesopotamia. The song opens with a summons to the "burning sands of the universe", where the "ancient ones" once held dominion over the elements. These beings, seemingly primordial and timeless, were eventually overthrown by the god Marduk. However, the lyrics suggest that there are those who seek to revive the ancient, chaotic powers that once reigned, calling upon entities like Tiamat, Azazel, and Azagthoth to "stir the sick waters of the bay of souls" and "invoke the darkness and spirit mayhem".
The song's imagery is steeped in esoteric symbolism and references to the demonology of Aleister Crowley and other occult figures. The "hordes" of Azazel and Azagthoth are likely demonic entities that represent chaos and destruction. The reference to Tiamat, a chaos dragon from Babylonian mythology, speaks to the idea of primal, elemental powers beyond human understanding. The invocation of Father Mictian, a death god from Aztec mythology, adds another layer of cosmological complexity to the lyrics. Overall, "Sumerian Fairytale" is a dark and evocative elegy to the ancient, forgotten powers that once held sway over the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Beckon the burning sands of the universe
Summon the fiery expanse of the cosmos
The ancient ones ruled before time itself
The primeval deities governed existence since its inception
Commanding the winds, fire, waters and earth
Dominating the elements of air, flame, liquid, and soil
Until they were challenged by the god Marduk
Until the deity Marduk opposed their supremacy
Blessed Tiamat release this bind
Hallowed Tiamat, undo this confinement
Thou mustn't prevent a kingdom in Hell!
You shall not obstruct a domain in the netherworld!
Lower magicians, gather fast thy might!
Inferior sorcerers, summon your powers quickly!
Hordes of Azazel and Azagthoth
Multitudes of Azazel and Azagthoth
Stir the sick waters of the bay of souls
Agitate the unwholesome tides of the inlet of spirits
Invoke the darkness and spirit mayhem!
Evoke obscurity and tumultuous phantasms!
Lourdes of the underworld
Lords of the subterranean realm
Raise furious upheaval
Incite violent insurrection
Attack the prince of the heavens
Assault the ruler of the celestial realm
And cast his corpse into black abyss!
And throw his lifeless body into the dark abyss!
Father mictian admit our sons
Father Mictian, accept our offspring
Into this precious land
Into this valuable terrain
For they gave us life and gave us food
Because they provided us with life and nourishment
And so a throne comes from our doom
Thus, a throne arises from our destruction
Reap some magick: Call forth the ghouls!
Harvest some magic: Summon the ghouls!
Contributed by Jordyn V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@reverendjimjones1043
Beckon the burning sands of the universe
The ancient ones ruled before time itself
Commanding the winds, fire, waters and earth
Until they were challenged by the god Marduk
Blessed Tiamat release this bind
Thou mustn't prevent a kingdom in Hell!
Lower magicians, gather fast thy might!
Hordes of Azazel and Azagthoth
Stir the sick waters of the bay of souls
Invoke the darkness and spirit mayhem!
Lourdes of the underworld
Raise furious upheaval
Attack the prince of the heavens
And cast his corpse into black abyss!
Father mictian admit our sons
Into this precious land
For they gave us life and gave us food
And so a throne comes from our doom
Reap some magick: Call forth the ghouls!
@sherwinpintor989
eternal gbk absolutely piece of art
@hellknightmordred7655
my favorite song of all US BM
@rockyh3425
Cool picture in the bedroom skinhead dude with the death metal dude with the New York hardcore dude all in one pic what a Kodak moment
@pcpunksfuckoff8178
Rocky H Hahahaha nailed it
@robertjeffrey5560
@@indiopeltier9758 I think you're all pussy.
@indiopeltier9758
@@robertjeffrey5560 I dont know how stating facts is so triggering,Arent you peckerwoods supposed to be proud.The replys I get sound like little boys pouting .
@Butt3rk3ks2306
@@frozenkingdomBM14 Replace Cazz' shirt with Cro-Mags and you'll definitely see
@MrEvilz6
@@BuffaloPros source?
@reverendjimjones1043
Beckon the burning sands of the universe
The ancient ones ruled before time itself
Commanding the winds, fire, waters and earth
Until they were challenged by the god Marduk
Blessed Tiamat release this bind
Thou mustn't prevent a kingdom in Hell!
Lower magicians, gather fast thy might!
Hordes of Azazel and Azagthoth
Stir the sick waters of the bay of souls
Invoke the darkness and spirit mayhem!
Lourdes of the underworld
Raise furious upheaval
Attack the prince of the heavens
And cast his corpse into black abyss!
Father mictian admit our sons
Into this precious land
For they gave us life and gave us food
And so a throne comes from our doom
Reap some magick: Call forth the ghouls!
@nugsoth1
That's a Storm Of The Light's Bane Poster on the wall, nice.