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)
Flammen fra Nord
Kampfar Lyrics
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Matthew 3:11
Fire!
A prophet in rides mounted higher
Fire!
With gospel in hand and supposed lambs at his feet
Greet the voice
Defeat is no outcome for a man never 'neath
Have these words to eat
Your truth is nigh
Der søker den vantroe ro
I en krenkende flamme i fra Nord
I ærbødighetens fornektelse
I alminnelighetens lemlestelse
Skrives navnet gjennom flammene fra Nord
I flammene der hånes han
Foraktelig i uforstand
I ringeaktens flammer i fra Nord
I flammene der spottes han
Blasfemisk og med uforstand
Der krenkes han med flammer i fra Nord
I ærbødighetens fornektelse
I alminnelighetens lemlestelse
Skrives navnet gjennom flammene fra Nord
I flammene der spottes han
Blasfemisk og med uforstand
Der krenkes han med flammer i fra Nord
Sheep herder, soil son
Take in this testament
Have you no wish to be saved from the ills of the North
Listen, you soulless sinners, taste my lament
Have you no fear as you turn your behind to the lord?
Flammer!
Profeten inn red
Stygge dommer
Flammer!
Med boka i hånd
Kamp mot avtru og ildhug
Lauselden svei vekk den låke dilettant
Brant!
Den sterkeste flammen fra Nord sang så sant
Hans sannhet forsvant
Et så ditt ord
I flammene brant vi dens navn
I vantroens uhellige favn
Den som spotter vårt sted skal brenne ned
Den som spotter vårt navn skal dø i fred
Der krenkes de av flammene i Nord
The lyrics to "Flammen fra Nord" by Kampfar explore themes of religious fervor, defiance, and the power of fire. The song begins with a reference to a biblical verse from Matthew, which speaks of a baptism with water for repentance and a baptism with the Holy Spirit and fire by a more powerful figure to come. This sets the stage for the fiery imagery and confrontational tone in the rest of the song.
The opening lines of "Fire! A prophet in rides mounted higher" evoke the image of a charismatic and commanding figure who carries the gospel and has followers at his feet. The lyrics then address those who doubt and mock this prophet, describing their disrespect and contempt as they spout blasphemy and ignorance. The northern flames mentioned throughout the song symbolize the intensity of this disdain and the mocking of the prophet's name.
The chorus emphasizes the defiance and resilience of those who follow the prophet, dismissing defeat as an outcome and asserting that the truth is near. The song continues with condemnation towards the sinners and the notion that they are turning their backs on salvation and embracing the "ills of the North." The final lines speak of burning down those who scorn their place and name, suggesting that those who mock and disrespect them will be consumed by the flames from the North.
Overall, "Flammen fra Nord" presents a passionate and intense portrayal of religious conviction, emphasizing the power of fire as a symbol of resistance and retribution against those who doubt or ridicule.
Line by Line Meaning
Der søker den vantroe ro
There, the unbelievers seek solace
I en krenkende flamme i fra Nord
In a provoking flame from the North
I ærbødighetens fornektelse
In the denial of respect
I alminnelighetens lemlestelse
In the mutilation of commonality
Skrives navnet gjennom flammene fra Nord
The name is written through the flames from the North
I flammene der hånes han
In the flames where he is scorned
Foraktelig i uforstand
Despicably in ignorance
I ringeaktens flammer i fra Nord
In the flames of contempt from the North
I flammene der spottes han
In the flames where he is mocked
Blasfemisk og med uforstand
Blasphemously and in ignorance
Der krenkes han med flammer i fra Nord
There he is violated with flames from the North
Sheep herder, soil son
A shepherd of sheep, son of the earth
Take in this testament
Receive this testimony
Have you no wish to be saved from the ills of the North
Don't you desire salvation from the evils of the North
Listen, you soulless sinners, taste my lament
Hear, you soulless sinners, experience my sorrow
Have you no fear as you turn your behind to the lord?
Are you not afraid as you reject the Lord?
Flammer!
Flames!
Profeten inn red
The prophet rode within
Stygge dommer
Ugly judgments
Flammer!
Flames!
Med boka i hånd
With the book in hand
Kamp mot avtru og ildhug
Fight against falsehoods and fiery blows
Lauselden svei vekk den låke dilettant
The loose fire burned away the timid dilettante
Brant!
Burned!
Den sterkeste flammen fra Nord sang så sant
The strongest flame from the North sang so true
Hans sannhet forsvant
His truth disappeared
Et så ditt ord
And so your word
I flammene brant vi dens navn
In the flames, we burned its name
I vantroens uhellige favn
In the unholy embrace of disbelief
Den som spotter vårt sted skal brenne ned
Those who mock our place shall burn down
Den som spotter vårt navn skal dø i fred
Those who mock our name shall die in peace
Der krenkes de av flammene i Nord
There they are violated by the flames from the North
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ask Ty Arctander, Jon Bakker, Ole Hartvigsen, Per-Joar Spydevold
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Іван Острубацький
Чудова пісня 🖤
Jeroen Jansen
Can't wait to see you guys live!! 🤘🏻
JohnChant0045
I saw them live 3 weeks ago in the Netherlands. So great!!
M Panayi
I love this band so fucking much!🖤
Ramona Pezzotta
That voice... 🔥🔥🔥
s p
What the hell??? This is Fucking awesome! Dolk, wow! Your voice! This Song is so evil! Great! Cheers from germany
Mircea
Excellent!!! 🤟
Giancarlo Milizia
So grimmy. Love this .
Javi Serrano
They never dissapoint
Black Diamond
🖤🔥