After some demos and EP's the first full-length album 'Under The Northern Sky' was released in 2001. The album was received very well by both the press and the fans.
Released in 2003, 'Ice Upon The Night' is the album that made Immortal Souls known to both sides of the Atlantic. It was released Europe by Fear Dark records and in North America by Facedown records, where it sold nearly 5,000 copies so far. After the release Immortal Souls toured Europe twice, playing festivals and clubs in Germany, Holland, Switzerland, Belgium and Norway. And of course they also played the famous Tuska Festival in Finland.
To please the fans who didn’t get hold of their older releases, Fear Dark re-released the complete history of Immortal Souls on ‘Once Upon A Time In The North’. This special 2-CD digipack includes their complete debut-cd ‘Under The Northern Sky’, their two sold-out ep’s ‘Divine Wintertime’ and ‘The Cleansing’ and some rare demo-tracks. Together with the old material two new songs can be found on this double-album.
In 2007, Immortal Souls signed a new recording contract with Dutch label Dark Balance Records, which would handle its future releases in Europe. The band also released 'Wintereich', their third full-length album. The album is a four-part concept album and has been well-received by fans thus far.
Dark Night
Immortal Souls Lyrics
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Northern light caress my eyes
The white spruce forest swaying
By the rhythm of the wind
I stare with sweet melancholy
Its snowy pride and green beauty
Crust of snow reflect in blue
Pale light of the moon
Walking through this silent night
Close to my heart the cross I bare
Silhouettes of trees in silence
Reminds me of greatness above
Oh starlit sky
Withdraw behind the cloudiness on
Dark Night Under The Northern Sky
Neon lights color the night sky
I wish they all would die
The gray forest stands polluted
Filthy snow begins to melt
I see violence on these crowded streets
So full of hostility
I confront eyes that contempt
That've forgotten him
Walking through this pagan land
My cross gets heavier to bear
But I've seen the revelation
Through your eyes my beloved one
Your starlit eyes
Awoke me to see forgiveness on
Dark Night Under The Northern Sky
The song "Dark Night Under The Northern Sky" by Immortal Souls is a vivid description of a cold winter night beneath the starry sky. The opening stanza paints a serene picture of the starlit sky, with the northern lights gently caressing the eyes. The stillness of the snowy forest, the swaying of the white spruce trees, and the peaceful rhythm of the wind create a melancholic ambiance that sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer's narration is reflective, and he seems to be in deep thought, taking in all the beauty around him. The pale light of the moon reflects on the snow, casting a serene blue light that further adds to the ambience.
The second stanza, however, introduces a contrast to the peaceful northern landscape, highlighting the sad reality of environmental pollution. The neon lighting disrupts the tranquil sky, and the singer wishes they would all die. The gray forest is polluted, and the snow is filthy, reminding the singer of human greed and neglect. He sees violence on the crowded streets and feels the hostility in the eyes of the people around him. But the singer does not lose hope; he carries a cross close to his heart, reminding him of the greatness above. He confronts the disdainful eyes that have forgotten the meaning of forgiveness and redemption. Through his beloved's starlit eyes, he has seen the revelation and found a new purpose to carry on, even in the dark night under the northern sky.
Line by Line Meaning
At this frosty night under the starlit sky
It is a cold night and the sky is full of stars
Northern light caress my eyes
The Northern Lights are shining and lightly touching my eyes
The white spruce forest swaying
The forest made up of white spruce trees is moving with the wind
By the rhythm of the wind
The swaying of the forest is in sync with the movement of the wind
I stare with sweet melancholy
I am looking with both happiness and sadness
Its snowy pride and green beauty
The forest is covered in snow and there is still some greenery visible
Crust of snow reflect in blue
The snow has a blue reflection on its surface
Pale light of the moon
The moon is shining with a soft light
Walking through this silent night
I am walking through a night that is quiet and peaceful
Close to my heart the cross I bear
I have a cross close to my heart that I am carrying with me
Silhouettes of trees in silence
The trees have a shape that can be seen in the darkness without making a sound
Reminds me of greatness above
It inspires me to think of something superior and majestic
Oh starlit sky
Addressing the star-filled sky
Withdraw behind the cloudiness on
The stars are disappearing behind the clouds
Dark Night Under The Northern Sky
The night is dark and it is happening in the northern hemisphere
Neon lights color the night sky
Lights from the city are coloring the night sky
I wish they all would die
I want these artificial lights to stop lighting up the sky
The gray forest stands polluted
The forest is no longer pure because of the pollution caused by humans
Filthy snow begins to melt
The snow on the ground is starting to melt and is dirty because of the pollution
I see violence on these crowded streets
There is aggression and hostility in these busy streets
So full of hostility
The streets are full of animosity and anger
I confront eyes that contempt
I am looking at people who have a strong feeling of disdain towards me
That've forgotten him
These people have forgotten about something important
Walking through this pagan land
I am in a place where people do not believe in Christianity or other religions
My cross gets heavier to bear
I am feeling more burdened by the cross I carry
But I've seen the revelation
I have experienced and understood a truth
Through your eyes my beloved one
I have seen this truth through the eyes of someone I love
Your starlit eyes
Addressing the star-filled eyes of the person I love
Awoke me to see forgiveness on
Their eyes made me realize the power of forgiving
Dark Night Under The Northern Sky
The night is dark and it is happening in the northern hemisphere
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Moonsorrow15
Wow just came across this band and this song is awesome Hail Jesus!!
Tiago Bertollini
Maravilhosa essa banda !
Destruidora
phella
I'm not a christian but I just love IS! And the vocalist is amazing. Probably my favourite death metal singer. Can't wait the new album!
DarthBadger
my uncle is the drummer in this band.
kenny cole
tomorrow they play in my city
Monterrey, Mexico. regards
Dũng Đào
amazing man :D
Radu Chetraru
DarthBadger This is awesome!
william4art
Absolutely awesome band for the style of metal they play. one of my fav overseas metal bands. I like the new stuff bet too though......Keep it up...YOU GUYS ROCK!!
Armando Pimentel
God bless immortal souls !!!!!!! amazing sound...
GMSirLawrence
Definetely epic. God Bless.