In this line-up we recorded and released our first propaganda on tape, called ‘Most Evil Demo’ in spring 1998. The unconventional and sometimes politically incorrect lyrics took a lot of criticism, but the media generally received this demo, featuring symphonic deathmetal, very positively.
Fresh Blood, Different Style
Late 1998 Anita L. left the ranks of Izegrim because of her job at Dutch metal magazine Aardschok, and the style shifted to death/thrash. Reduced to a 5-piece formation we released the self-financed mini-CD 'Bird of Prey' in the summer of 1999. Shortly after the release of ‘Bird of Prey’, Niels left Izegrim in order to commit himself fully to his other band Goddess of Desire (under the name 'Lord Arydon'). His sudden departure left us badly shaken up, but we never routed.
Some time later Corvin joined the ranks of Izegrim for a while, but it didn't work out. Corvin started his own deathmetal task-force called ‘Exposing Innards’ and left again in july 2000.
After Corvin left Izegrim was intentionally put 'on low profile' for a while, patiently awaiting the momentum to strike back. Once a suitable new guitarplayer was found in Carsten, Izegrim continued to spread the forecast of mankind’s annihilation.
Omen of Terror
Through our healthy distrust towards commerce-motivated labels, our self-conceit to execute and maintain everything ourselves, and of course the very successful live-performances we did supporting many internationally renowned colleagues, Izegrim has steadily become an established name in the Dutch metalscene.
We are known as a notoriously selfwilled (yet easy-going) band that ignores all bandwagons and hypes, and focuses on what we like doing most: raw, filthy, groovy Old School Thrash, with a typical Izegrim-edge. That stubborn attitude is also what gained us a steady fanbase through the years.
In november 2002 we released our first full-length release, called ‘Guidelines for Genocide’. It was received with both awe and astonishment by media and audience. It even exceeded our own expectations. Combining old-school Thrash elements, catchy riffing and unconventional themes, we successfully probed new means to thrash.
After some extensive campaigning, Anita B. gave up her induction in april 2004. In Marloes (former guitarist in Deluzion) we found a new recruit.
Scheme of Subversion
In the summer of 2005 a new omen of doom has been released upon this mediocre world: ‘New World Order’. It gave proof that we successfully upgraded our sound without abandoning the elements we have shown on ‘Guidelines for Genocide’. On the contrary, we have become more aggrevated and fiercer than ever before... But this mini-CD was merely a pre-taster for even greater indoctrinations to come: our upcoming full length ‘Tribute to Totalitarianism’.
Shortly after the release of the new EP, Carsten left Izegrim in order to pursuit other interests. Izegrim successfully continued as a 4-piece for over a year, but we still felt something was lacking. In Bart we found the right replacement to fill the gaps that Carsten left behind, and since then Izegrim is more determined than ever to start an uproar among the masses.
Early 2008 our second full-length "Tribute to Totalitarianism" has been unleashed upon this world. After a successful European tour and a Dutch mini-tour, founding member Joep and vocalist Kristien decided to focus on something else after 12 years of service and they left in the summer of 2008. Within the shortest period of time, Ivo was recruited to replace Joep, and Marloes took over the vocals.
Point of no Return
March 2009: ‘Point of no Return’ is Izegrim’s wake-up call to the world, introducing the new line-up with 3 brand new songs and a re-recorded version of Angel of Demise (taken from our sold out album ‘Guidelines for Genocide’).
Pact with Listenable Records, France
Immediately after the release of "Point of no Return" Izegrim started writing/composing their new album. Their mission was to create the most versitale, riff-packed, in-your-face-sounding record in the history of Izegrim. After more than one year of working as hard as they ever did, they've accomplished their objectives. Recorded, mixed and mastered by Jörg Uken (Soundlodge Studio), this record has become exactly the way they wanted it to be.
On top of that, Izegrim signed a pact with LISTENABLE RECORDS from France. The release date for "Code of Consequences" has been set for February 2011.
Izegrim is on the move, and the journey has just begun...
www.izegrim.nl
New World Order
Izegrim Lyrics
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We're part of the so-called brave and the wannabe-free
With vile propaganda, our minds have been impaired
Under a new dictatorship, but no-one seems to care
Soon this modern crusade will have it's end
Many lives, a lot of money have been spent
You taught us theologies of hate
Welcome the New World Order
You exported violence - Preached intolerance
So you did since 1492
You taught oppression - Installed aggression
And now it's getting back at you
Welcome the New World Order
You grew with every opportunity that passed
Since you felt the power of kicking English ass
It's in your anthem, it all makes sense
A preliminary strike is still the best defense!
When their cause is just
Then conquer they must
And this be their motto
In God is their trust
You force us how to obey without debate
Dictate us that we have to fight any backward faith
Our destiny is now under your control
But to me you are the most backward of them all
A sensible consequence of your violent past
In time you've grown and now you will not rest
Until your flag in victory shall wave
Over the lands of the meek and home of the enslaved
The lyrics of Izegrim's song "New World Order" clearly depict the disdain for the rise of a new global dictatorship. The song begins by pointing out that the advent of the New World Order was long foreseen, but nobody seems to care. It is further emphasized that this new world order has been brought about through vile propaganda and the impairment of people's minds. The songwriters seem to be angry at the fact that people don't pay attention to the propaganda that is used to manipulate them.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the New World Order is synonymous with a modern crusade, which has taken several lives and cost a lot of money. The songwriters accuse the people teaching theologies of hate, restoring new prejudices and faith, thereby creating a world that fosters violence and intolerance. The chorus, "Welcome the New World Order," appears to be sarcastic, and it is clear that the songwriters don't really welcome the New World Order.
The song is quite critical of the Western world and its colonial past. It points out that the Western world exported violence and preached intolerance, the conceit being that it is paying for all that it did in the past. The song also criticizes the Western world for dictating how people should live their lives and how they should fight any beliefs that they classify as backward. In conclusion, the songwriters deplore the New World Order and the related circumstances that brought it about.
Line by Line Meaning
Finally now happened what was already plain to see
It's clear that we've been heading towards a destructive and oppressive new world order.
We're part of the so-called brave and the wannabe-free
Despite claiming to be brave and free, we're actually contributing to the oppressive new world order by following along.
With vile propaganda, our minds have been impaired
We've been brainwashed by propaganda that supports the oppressive new world order.
Under a new dictatorship, but no-one seems to care
We're living under an oppressive regime, but many people are too complacent to do anything about it.
Soon this modern crusade will have it's end
The oppressive new world order will eventually come to a conclusion, though at a great cost.
Many lives, a lot of money have been spent
The oppressive new world order has been responsible for countless deaths and a great deal of economic strain.
You taught us theologies of hate
Those in power have instilled hateful and oppressive beliefs within the populace.
Restored new prejudice and faith
The oppressive new world order has brought about renewed discrimination and religious fervor among the people.
Welcome the New World Order
Sarcastically welcoming the oppressive and harmful new world order.
You exported violence - Preached intolerance
Those in power have spread violence and preached intolerance to other nations and peoples.
So you did since 1492
This has been happening for centuries.
You taught oppression - Installed aggression
The oppressive new world order has been built on systems of oppression and aggression.
And now it's getting back at you
The oppressive new world order is having negative consequences for those who initiated it.
You grew with every opportunity that passed
The oppressive new world order has grown stronger with each passing opportunity.
Since you felt the power of kicking English ass
The oppressive new world order sees itself as having triumphed over the English empire.
It's in your anthem, it all makes sense
The oppressive new world order's goals are reflected in its national anthem.
A preliminary strike is still the best defense!
The best defense is a preemptive strike against potential enemies.
When their cause is just
The oppressive new world order claims to fight for just causes.
Then conquer they must
To achieve their just causes, the oppressive new world order sees conquest as necessary.
And this be their motto
This is their guiding principle.
In God is their trust
The oppressive new world order uses religion to justify their actions.
You force us how to obey without debate
The oppressive new world order does not allow dissent or debate among the populace.
Dictate us that we have to fight any backward faith
The oppressive new world order demands that its citizens fight against any beliefs that don't align with its own agenda.
Our destiny is now under your control
The oppressive new world order has complete control over the fate of its citizens.
But to me you are the most backward of them all
The oppressive new world order, despite presenting a supposedly progressive agenda, is actually the most regressive of all.
A sensible consequence of your violent past
The oppressive new world order's violence is a predictable outcome of its violent history.
In time you've grown and now you will not rest
The oppressive new world order has grown in power, and will not stop until its goals are achieved.
Until your flag in victory shall wave
The oppressive new world order will only be satisfied with complete and total victory.
Over the lands of the meek and home of the enslaved
The oppressive new world order's victory will come at the expense of the weak and enslaved.
Contributed by Zachary P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
okaythen27
This band deserves more recognition, people.
okaythen27
Rock on! 🤘