Having signed with Morbid Records (de) in 2000, the self-titled MCD got released followed by the debut full length ‘In Blood We Trust’ the same year, featuring Mika Luttinen / Impaled Nazarene as guest vocalist. The release was promoted during the NO MERCY FESTIVAL where Hypnos shared the stage alongside MORBID ANGEL, DYING FETUS, BEHEMOTH, ENSLAVED, and THE CROWN.
In 2001, the second album “The Revenge Ride” was released. This album was recorded and mixed by HARRIS JOHNS (HELLOWEEN, KREATOR, SODOM, TANKARD, PESTILENCE, VOIVOD) and mastered at MORRISOUND Studios (Tampa, FL). Following its launching, HYPNOS participated in events including WITH FULL FORCE, SUMMER BREEZE, PARTY-SAN and HELL ON EARTH among others.
The third album ‘Rabble Manifesto’ (2005) recorded again with Harris JOHNS received an extremely positive response within the global metal music media. Additionally the album got nominated for the Czech Andel Award (a Grammy Award equivalent) under the Hard and Heavy category. In January 2006 HYPNOS performed live with CENTINEX and PURGATORY before going on a deliberate hiatus.
Bruno and Pegas reformed Hypnos after four years of silence and the EP ‘Halfway To Hell’ was released. A comeback show was performed at the BRUTAL ASSAULT Fest in 2010 and the band gained a massive response from around 13,000 fans. ROOT’s bassist IGORR joined as a guest guitarist before becoming a permanent member. Meanwhile, VLASA (Six Degrees of Separation) joined the band as a second guitarist and consequently three shows were performed together with NAPALM DEATH.
By late 2011, Hypnos got signed with the German label EINHEIT PRODUKTIONEN, and the fourth album entitled ‘Heretic Commando / Rise Of The New Antikrist’ saw the light in April 2012 including a bonus DVD for the digi-pack edition. Recording duties were handled by the Norwegian sound engineer Børge FINSTAD (MAYHEM, IHSAHN, BORKNAGAR, ULVER). This was a breakthrough in the band’s history and quality reviews resulted in press like DECIBEL MAGAZINE (8/10), ROCKHARD, LEGACY, METALLIAN, TERRORIZER, EMP, and NUCLEAR BLAST. Furthermore Cili Chili, the Czech VODAFONE magazine featured an exclusive interview with Bruno concerning the band and the metal music scene. Hypnos shot a video for the track title ‘Inverted’,directed by Mejla BASEL, responsible for MACHINE HEAD ‘Darkness Within’ and the Czech Academy Award winner MARKETA IRGLOVA ‘Crossroads’ videos. During 2012, Hypnos performed live with NAPALM DEATH, and later with VADER during the BACK IN BLACK tour.
In 2013 year HYPNOS have been scheduled for example for EXTREME FESTIVAL (GER) or BRUTAL ASSAULT FESTIVAL (CZ).
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Regicide
Hypnos Lyrics
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Supremacy, open up the stairs
A few serpents planning regicide
But the lion never succumb to the rats
Resentment against playing this chess
Easy downlook from extensive top
Imperial punishment is merciless
When the dogs keep barking at the moon
It's orbit will never changes
To whip the dogs is not worthy of the ruler
Disloyalty remains in the mind
Don't forget to make your disguise up
Who wants to show up as dishonoured
But you are known as are your plans for regicide
Epicene life in a outmoded hole
This time the sun turns its back on you
This time and everytime
Charnel-house is casting vote for massacre
Die-the one who's walking on thin ice
Next day starts with sunrise and blood
A few another serpents have died,
Planning regicide!!!
The song "Regicide" by Hypnos describes a power struggle and the consequences of treason. It presents the image of an impious god who is crowned and holds supreme power, with a group of serpents planning to overthrow him. However, the lion, representing the ruler, will not allow the rats, representing the traitors, to take control. The resentment of those who play this game of power from the bottom against the top is described as they face imperial punishment that is merciless. The excitement of attempting to overthrow the ruler is short-lived and has no lasting effect.
The lyrics then shift to the dogs barking at the moon, symbolizing the disloyalty of those who plot against the ruler. Whipping the dogs, or punishing the disloyal, is not worth it to the ruler. The traitors hide behind disguises in an old and outdated way of life, but they are known and plotted against. The consequences of their actions are evident as the sun turns its back on them, and they face a bloody defeat. The song concludes with the image of a few more serpents dying, still planning regicide.
Line by Line Meaning
Coronation of impious God
The crowning of a wicked god, who does not deserve to be in power.
Supremacy, open up the stairs
Those in power have the ability to climb the stairs of hierarchy easily and can maintain their supremacy.
A few serpents planning regicide
A group of traitorous individuals are plotting to assassinate the ruler.
But the lion never succumb to the rats
The strong ruler cannot be overthrown by the weaker rebels.
Resentment against playing this chess
Disliking the political strategies that one has to use to gain power.
Easy downlook from extensive top
The powerful are able to easily look down on those below them.
Imperial punishment is merciless
Punishments for betraying the ruler are severe and unforgiving.
Short-time effect of exciting dope
Temporary enjoyment from dangerous activities will not have lasting benefits.
When the dogs keep barking at the moon
When individuals waste their time on hopeless pursuits.
It's orbit will never changes
Their actions will not have any impact, similar to how the moon's orbit remains constant despite the barking of dogs.
To whip the dogs is not worthy of the ruler
It is not worth the ruler's time or effort to punish insignificant individuals.
Disloyalty remains in the mind
Those who harbor disloyalty in their mind will always be a threat to the ruler.
Don't forget to make your disguise up
It is important to hide your true intentions when plotting against the ruler.
Who wants to show up as dishonoured
No one wants to be known for their dishonor and treasonous actions.
But you are known as are your plans for regicide
The betrayers are known for their actions and plans to overthrow the ruler.
Epicene life in a outmoded hole
Living a life of ambiguity and meaninglessness in an outdated and irrelevant society.
This time the sun turns its back on you
Luck is not in favor of the traitors this time.
Charnel-house is casting vote for massacre
The place of death is in agreement with the decision to commit violence.
Die-the one who's walking on thin ice
The one who is on the verge of danger will ultimately meet their demise.
Next day starts with sunrise and blood
The next day will be marked with violence and death.
A few another serpents have died,
More traitors have been killed.
Planning regicide!!!
Despite the dangers, the betrayers continue to plot the assassination of the ruler.
Contributed by Adam P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.