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1) Grendel is a harsh ebm artist from Netherlands. They started out in 1997 under a different name, but due to the band splitting up the name was changed into the current one. VLRK continued under the name Grendel, which originates from a character from the old Anglo-Saxon tale 'Beowulf'.
In 2000 Grendel's first promo CD was released which included the Dutch dance floor hit 'Strangers'. Within a very short period of time the promo was being played at many locations throughout the Netherlands and internationally.
To follow this up, the "End of Ages EP" was released in 2002 and marked new territory for Grendel with tracks such as the international hit title-track "End of Ages", the pounding "Catastrophe" and the intriguing "Noisome". With the unorthodox and original use of orchestration, obscure samples incorporated with harsh and pounding EBM structures this release again recieved almost only great reactions from both the media and listeners and would set Grendel's sound for the future.
In 2003, Grendel recorded their second full-length release, entitled "Prescription : Medicide". This album took another step deeper into the world of [Grendel] with it's complex, yet harsh, pounding & danceable structures, dismal orchestration and distressed nature. It meant a big breakthrough for the band, recieving many great reviews, becoming album of the month in a.o. Zillo and Orkus plus reaching top 5 positions in underground charts world wide.
Later, "Soilbleed" was released, which instantly became an unmissable dancefloor classic. This gained a huge amount of support, great reviews and maintained top 5 positions in a.o. the DAC & DUC for maximum periods. As a consequence of this EP's success, the band was highly occupied with performances and tours world wide for the next year and a half.
In 2006, VLRK and new members found time to work on their third full length album entitled "Harsh Generation". This album marked new territory for the band, which a more matured sound and style, gaining more support and success & taking them to the top of the genre. After it's release in early 2007, this album remained on top 5 positions (often peaking at no. 3) on the DAC and GEWC and remained there for maximum periods of time.
Finally, Grendel is back in the studio, producing their upcoming EP "Chemicals & Circuitry" plus yet to be titled album, both set for release this summer on Infacted, Metropolis and Gravitator Records. With these new releases, Grendel verges further into new territories and continues to deliver cutting edge harsh EBM!
2) Grendel is a Finnish melodic death metal band who have released several self-financed demos and two albums: "Lost Beyond Retrieval" in december 2006 and "A Change Through Destruction" in October 22 via Firebox Records.
3) Grendel is a Polish progressive rock band.
4) Grendel is a black metal band from Italy.
5) Grendel is a black metal band from the UK.
6) Grendel is a power metal band from Spain.
7) Grendel is a black metal band from Germany.
8) Grendel is a split-up folk metal band from Estonia.
9) Grendel is a hardcore/avant-garde metal band from France.
Void Malign
Grendel Lyrics
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Wasting away for a meaningless deathkey
Slow dawning, minds sleep
Hypnotized drones of an imminent decree
We bury our last hopes with ease
We're all a part of this violentry machine
No running, no sanctuary
Over the borders, across the lines
We are bridging this void malign
The data speaks, we make our time
We are bridging this void malign
Infection, increased
Wasting away for a meaningless deathkey
Slow dawning, minds sleep
Hypnotized drones of an imminent decree
We bury our last hopes with ease
We're all a part of this violentry machine
No running, no sanctuary
There is no feeling from this imminent decree
Over the borders, across the lines
We are bridging this void malign
The data speaks, we make our time
We are bridging this void malign
The lyrics to Grendel's song Void Malign touches on the idea of humanity's ultimate demise as we succumb to the control of technology and our obsession with it. The "fast spreading disease" refers to the addiction to technology and how it is consuming us. We are "wasting away for a meaningless deathkey," suggesting that our preoccupation with technology is leading us to a meaningless existence. The "hypnotized drones of an imminent decree" imply how we are becoming mindless puppets controlled by technology.
The chorus, "over the borders, across the lines, we are bridging this void malign," seems to suggest how the spread of technology is borderless, crossing over into all aspects of our lives. The lyric "the data speaks, we make our time" implies that our reliance on technology is leading us to a future that we are actively creating and facilitating.
In summary, Void Malign touches on the dystopian idea of a future where humanity has willingly submitted its control to technology, leading to our ultimate demise.
Line by Line Meaning
Fast spreading disease
A fatal sickness that is quickly infecting everyone.
Wasting away for a meaningless deathkey
Slowly dying for no good reason.
Slow dawning, minds sleep
People are unaware of the danger that is approaching.
Hypnotized drones of an imminent decree
People are like robots following orders without question.
We bury our last hopes with ease
It's easy for us to give up on our dreams and aspirations.
We're all a part of this violentry machine
We are all contributing to the violence and chaos of this world.
No running, no sanctuary
There is nowhere to hide or escape from the impending doom.
There is no feeling from this imminent decree
We are numb to the impending disaster.
Over the borders, across the lines
We are crossing boundaries and breaking rules.
We are bridging this void malign
We are connecting to the negative energy of the world.
The data speaks, we make our time
We use information to justify our actions and make the most of our limited time.
Infection, increased
The disease is spreading even faster than before.
Contributed by Xavier M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.