This project was very popular right from the start and e… Read Full Bio ↴1998 - 2002
This project was very popular right from the start and entered the charts. Originally inspired by Germanic occultism and culture through the Neo-Folk music scene, founder Andrea was involved with counter culture artists such as Boyd Rice, Patrick Leagas and Tony Wakeford, thus Hagalaz' Runedance was, in the beginning, linked to this genre, even referred to as the most selling Neo-Folk album. Electro masters Ulver were also collaborating on a few songs. The lyrics were based on modern themes, cleverly disguised with mythical metaphors.
The band dissolved many years ago and Andrea moved on and turned to her darker tunes and urban art again. None of her other projects have relations to the Hagalaz’ Runedance theme, and people should not claim otherwise!
”I’m too controversial and free-spirited to be religious, if you know what I mean. I found out soon that Pagan religion blinds people just like any other religion. Don’t connect me to it. I’m a free artist, I love my real life and personal freedom. I have evolved to amazing things and people should do the same. ”
”I like to start new ideas, I love to renew myself! I don’t want to have a label on my forehead and I keep my personal spiritual ideas separated from my artistic expressions. I need artistic freedom and I only do things that give me energy. These days I work as a full-time artist with music, films, novel writings and acting and I love my job. I even work with famous film-directors and it’s awesome!
I like to exlore whatever new things come to my mind and I’m not afraid to stand alone. And I know people often feel threatened by such an individual, but hey, I rather am hated for who I am than loved for what I’m not. And I so encourage everyone out there to do the same. Just be yourself, and never stop asking questions! ”
Mother of Times
Hagalaz' Runedance Lyrics
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Watches the last eagle fly
Rocking her last child into sleep
Despair has ruled her in all these years
The torment scarred her face
She's rocking her last child into sleep
The lyrics of "Mother of Times" by Hagalaz' Runedance describe a mother who has lived through many hardships, much like the mythological figure Hekate who is referenced throughout the song. She raises her eyes to the sky, as if searching for some kind of hope or salvation, and watches the last eagle fly - perhaps a symbol of freedom that she feels she can never attain. The imagery of the eagle also ties into Hekate's association with birds, as she is often depicted with flocks of wild birds at her feet. As she rocks her last child into sleep, the mother seems both weary and comforted - exhausted by the pain she has endured, yet finding solace in her child.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of despair, which has ruled the mother's life for many years. The torment she has faced has left scars on her face, which further emphasizes the weight of her suffering. Despite all of this, she is able to experience a moment of tenderness and love as she rocks her child to sleep, suggesting that even in the darkest of times there can be moments of beauty and hope. The song overall seems to speak to the idea of women as warriors, who face immense challenges and yet continue to persevere and care for their loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
She raises her eyes to the sky
Looking up to the heavens, seeking guidance and support
Watches the last eagle fly
Observing the final moments of freedom and strength
Rocking her last child into sleep
Calming and comforting her offspring in solitude and sorrow
Despair has ruled her in all these years
Hopelessness and gloom have dominated her existence for an extended period
The torment scarred her face
The anguish and agony she has experienced is etched onto her countenance
She's rocking her last child into sleep
Soothing and serenading her final loved one during a time of immense pain and suffering
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