Kampfar, formed in 1994, was born from the ashes of the mighty MOCK, in the… Read Full Bio ↴Kampfar, formed in 1994, was born from the ashes of the mighty MOCK, in the early times of Norwegian Black Metal. The whole idea is to make music inspired by the nordic nature, folklores and myths. 'Kampfar' translates to Odin/Wodan.
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)

Ildstemmer
Kampfar Lyrics

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I et flammehav
Ringes flammene inn
Fшtter danser rundt I ring
Skadeild mot nord
I ringdans rundt flammene
Tryllesang og negler som bukkehorn

I ring rundt ilden galopperer sorte bein

Ridende rundt flammen I mot nord
Flammen slikker olmt fra kroket fingers
Bukkehorn
Fшtter danser rundt de sorte ord

Manes fram av hat
Med galder og tryllesang
Ild tennes med ord
Galder om blod
Ridende pе sorte bein
Kroket og slu
Danser det

I ring rundt ilden galopperer sorte bein
Ridende rundt flammen I mot nord
Flammen slikker olmt fra kroket fingers

Bukkehorn
Fшtter danser rundt de sorte ord

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kampfar's song "Ildstemmer" describe a chaotic dance around a fiery inferno, where feet and bodies sway to the rhythm of the flames. The dance is infused with magic and spellbinding melodies, as the participants chant and play instruments made of goat horns. The fire represents both destruction and transformation, as it is fed by the anger and hatred of those who summon it.

The riders who gallop around the fire with their blackened bones and twisted fingers are embodiments of darkness and deceit. They summon the flames with their magic spells, which are fueled by their thirst for blood and retribution. The lyrics conjure up images of paganism and ritualistic practices, where words and music are used to awaken and channel powerful energies.

Overall, the lyrics to "Ildstemmer" evoke a sense of primal energy, where dark forces are unleashed and harnessed through music and incantations. The fire becomes a symbol of power and transformation, as its heat and light consume everything in their path and give birth to new forms of life.

Line by Line Meaning

I et flammehav
Amidst a sea of flames

Ringes flammene inn
The flames encircle

Fшtter danser rundt I ring
Feet dance in a circle

Skadeild mot nord
Harmful fire towards the north

I ringdans rundt flammene
In a ring dance around the flames

Tryllesang og negler som bukkehorn
Enchanting song and nails like goat horns

I ring rundt ilden galopperer sorte bein
Black bones gallop in a ring around the fire

Ridende rundt flammen I mot nord
Riding around the flame towards the north

Flammen slikker olmt fra kroket fingers
The flame licks greedily from crooked fingers

Bukkehorn
Goat horns

Fшtter danser rundt de sorte ord
Feet dance around the black words