After releasing a demo in 1995, their first release was the self-titled EP Kampfar, by Season of Mist in 1996 followed by full length Mellom skogkledde aaser by Malicious Records in 1997. Being a studio band, without spending time on live shows or tours and with no intentions to slow down they released another EP Norse in 1998, and full length Fra underverdenen in 1999 both on Hammerheart Records. Then there were 7 years of studio silence although they began to play their first live shows in 2004.
Signing to Napalm records, they released three full length albums on that label: Kvass (2006), Heimgang (2008), & Mare (2011). All were well received by critics and listeners alike. Thus completed their contract with Napalm.
Their next releases were two singles leading up to their sixth full length album, 2014's Djevelmakt released by Indie Recordings.
Members:
Dolk - Vocals (also drums from '94-'03) (Mock, ex-Gruesome)
Ask (as II13) - Drums, Vocals (ex-Graven Image, ex-Mondvolland, others)
Jon - Bass (Fester, ex-Carpathian Full Moon, ex-Gruesome, many others)
Ole Hartvigsen - Guitars, (ex-Utumno now called Emancer, Mistur)
Ex-members:
Thomas Andreassen - Guitars (also bass from '94-'03)
Daimon
Kampfar Lyrics
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Brenner Ersetus feite flokk
Med flammende fakler horn og hale
Hans hule øyne står i brann
Med hode og hale
Med flammende fakler
Lever i flokk som slanger
Ingen fred
Tunge steg
Væskende sår
Og det graves dypere
Ned i flammene
Ned i jorden
Der vrenges tankene
Men det finnes ingen vei
Ned til slangene ned i jorden
Der brenner flammene
Men det finnes ingen vei
Det graves dypere i blinde
Tørster på søken etter et mørkt sted
Men gravens søken helt der nede
Fører Daimonen ei noe sted
I vrengte pinsler ser han flammen
Det graves dypt men ei noe sted
Dyp og mørk var hans sorte salme
Men lenken strammet og stanset all vei
Ved broddens flamme dypt der nede
Føres Daimonen ei noe sted
Hans øyne som hule
Ildsted i brann
Umåtelige og mørke
Hans hymne forsvant
I forvrengte pinsler
Graver han dypere
Som en blind vandrer
Ser han ei lyset mer
Og han graver
Og han
The lyrics to Kampfar's song "Daimon" delve into dark and intense imagery that evokes themes of internal struggle, spiritual torment, and a sense of being trapped in a cycle of darkness. The opening lines describe a scene where Ersetus's fat flock is consumed by flames, symbolizing a destructive force at work. The use of fiery imagery, such as flaming torches and burning eyes, sets a tone of turmoil and chaos.
As the lyrics progress, the focus shifts to a group of beings living in a state of constant motion and entanglement, reminiscent of slithering snakes. This could symbolize a sense of entrapment or being ensnared by negative influences, unable to break free from a toxic cycle.
The references to heavy steps, festering wounds, and digging deeper suggest a sense of burden, pain, and a descent into darkness. It portrays a bleak journey of inner turmoil and struggle, with no respite or escape in sight.
Throughout the song, there is a repeated motif of digging deeper, seeking solace in darkness, but ultimately finding no way out. The imagery of flames burning underground and twisted thoughts reflects a profound sense of internal conflict and a search for meaning in despair.
The repeated mention of Daimon, a figure representing inner demons or dark forces, further emphasizes the psychological and emotional turmoil depicted in the lyrics. The lyrics paint a picture of a soul tormented by its own darkness, unable to find redemption or release from its inner struggles. Overall, the song conveys a sense of despair, entrapment, and a relentless battle with one's own inner demons.
Line by Line Meaning
Ved broddens flamme dypt helt nede
By the flames of the spear deep down below
Brenner Ersetus feite flokk
Burns Ersetus' fat flock
Med flammende fakler horn og hale
With flaming torches horn and tail
Hans hule øyne står i brann
His hollow eyes are ablaze
Med hode og hale
With head and tail
Med flammende fakler
With flaming torches
Lever i flokk som slanger
Living in a flock like snakes
De krøller seg om deres ben
They coil around their legs
Ingen fred
No peace
Tunge steg
Heavy steps
Væskende sår
Weeping wounds
Og det graves dypere
And it's dug deeper
Ned i flammene
Down into the flames
Ned i jorden
Down into the earth
Der vrenges tankene
Where thoughts are twisted
Men det finnes ingen vei
But there is no way
Det graves dypere i blinde
It is dug deeper blindly
Tørster på søken etter et mørkt sted
Thirsting in search of a dark place
Men gravens søken helt der nede
But the grave’s search down there
Fører Daimonen ei noe sted
Leads the Daemon nowhere
I vrengte pinsler ser han flammen
In twisted torments he sees the flame
Det graves dypt men ei noe sted
Dug deep but nowhere
Dyp og mørk var hans sorte salme
Deep and dark was his black hymn
Men lenken strammet og stanset all vei
But the chain tightened and stopped all paths
Hans øyne som hule
His eyes, like hollow
Ildsted i brann
Fireplace in flames
Umåtelige og mørke
Immense and dark
Hans hymne forsvant
His hymn disappeared
I forvrengte pinsler
In twisted torments
Graver han dypere
He digs deeper
Som en blind vandrer
Like a blind wanderer
Ser han ei lyset mer
He sees no light anymore
Og han graver
And he digs
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David Misael
so dark, so good, excelent norwegian black metal
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVrtPsZ1lpY GREAT ATMOSPHERE !!!
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Таки да!)
Black Metal Promotion
Great video! Really looking forward to the new album. :)
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVrtPsZ1lpY GREAT ATMOSPHERE !!!
BREElzebub
@Nikko Thaught the same😂
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Nikko
+Black Metal Promotion mmmmmm, you know it ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
Black Metal Promotion
Even in your dreams? :)
Houtekiet Walpurgisnacht
Great, powerful, melancholic and epic song!