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)
Lausdans under stjernene
Kampfar Lyrics
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Ravneklo, In spiritus Huerco
Hesteblod
Der stjernegudinnen danser
Der djevler og demoner
Balanserer på dødens kant
Geitehov, In spritus
Ravneblod, In spritus Huerco
Jeg er de ting du ikke kan nevne
Jeg er latteren ved dødsmarsjens kant
Katteblod, In spritus
Hestesko, In spritus Huerco
Geiteblod
Der stjernegudinnen danser
I skyggene fra lyset, skimtes månens bleike kant
Under morgenstjernen
Under månens bleike lys
Danser føtter
Tennes lys
Der danserens ånd, balanserer på dødens klippe
Under morgenstjernen
Under klippens bleike ånd
De hedrer Dens navn
Der ved hornenes lovsang
Hun danser i fryd
Under stjernene
I begjær av Ditt navn
Danser djevler i lausdans
Fra gudinnenes sang
Under hornets måne
De kjenner ei skam
Der de danser i lausdans
Der ved djevelens sang
Under stjernene
Der i dødsmarsjens klang
Høres latter og lovsang
De danser i fryd
Under stjernene
Under morgenstjernen
Under månens bleike lys
Danser føtter, Tennes lys
Der danserens ånd balanserer på dødens klippe
Under morgenstjernen
Under klippens bleike ånd
Under stjernene
Under månens bleike skjold
Fra stjernenes dype sjeler
I skyggen av lysets ånd
Der stjernegudinnen danser
Der djevelens latter er tom
In spritus
In spiritus Huerco
Der stjernegudinnen danser
Der djevler og demoner
Balanserer på dødens kant
Ulveblod, In spritus
Ravneklo, In spritus Huerco
Hesteblod
Jeg er de ting du ikke kan nevne
Jeg er latteren ved dødsmarsjens kant
Geitehov, In spritus
Ravneblod, In spritus Huerco
Ulveklo, In spiritus
In spritus Huerco
Ulveblod, In spritus
Ravneklo, In spiritus Huerco
Hesteblod, In spiritus
In spiritus Huerco
"Lausdans under stjernene" by Kampfar takes us on a dark and mystical journey into a realm where ancient rituals and supernatural beings come to life. The lyrics are filled with symbolism and references to pagan imagery, invoking a sense of primal forces at play. The mention of wolf blood, raven claws, and horse blood suggests a connection to primal instincts and the natural world, while also hinting at sacrifice and ceremonial offerings.
The repeated references to the dancing of the star goddess, demons, and devils on the edge of death's abyss paint a vivid picture of a frenzied and otherworldly dance taking place under the celestial bodies. The lyrics speak of hidden truths and forbidden knowledge, with the singer embodying the forbidden and the laughter on the brink of death. The imagery of blood and spirits further emphasizes the connection between the physical and spiritual realms, blurring the boundaries between the two.
The dance under the morning star and the pale light of the moon symbolizes a communion with the divine and the supernatural, where feet move and lights are kindled in a trance-like state. The dancers' spirits teeter on the edge of death, honoring the mysterious forces at play and paying homage to the names of the ancient ones. The mention of demons reveling in a loose dance, unashamed under the moon's horn and the stars, evokes a sense of primal abandon and freedom from societal constraints.
As the song progresses, the imagery of laughter and praise mixes with the eerie atmosphere of the starlit dance, creating a sense of both celebration and foreboding. The mention of the star goddess dancing amidst the shadows and the devil's empty laughter hints at a deep sense of duality and contradiction within the ritualistic dance. The final repetition of the mysterious incantation "In spiritus Huerco" reinforces the power and presence of the supernatural forces at play, leaving the listener with a haunting and enigmatic impression of the dance under the stars.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ask Ty Arctander, Jon Bakker, Ole Hartvigsen, Per-Joar Spydevold
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NeKronos Promotion HELL
Amazing to say the least. Some of the best Norwegian black metal out there. Keeping all the best essencial sound of Kampfar but always denying to do the expected... always stepping forwards. Another great song for Kampfar legacy... amazing work!!
NATALIA KEMPIN / NATALIA DIE HEXE PHOTOGRAPHY
Love this track! Looking forward to the upcoming release!
Dead
I discovered Kampfar last yr premiering Profan, bought it right off. This track is amazing and shows progression in the band that I cant wait to hear when the album hits. Hail Kampfar and Hail Norway!
The Old Oak Brewhouse
They still stand true! As an Norwegian milestone. Awesome. Norwegian black metal art.
Tudor Lengher
Pure art as always in Kampfar mode. \m/
Rui Gonçalves
Loving this new track... Congrats o n all accounts. Norwegian Black Metal at its best!
A song deeply charged with ancient might over a landscape of natural wonders and powers beyond our control! Outstanding work!
Lup Vladimir
I love it! this band is clearly evolving nicely!
Gargan GRG
I will always be nostalgic of their previous sound, with that dominant bass and those energetic drums patterns... anyway, good atmospheric stuff.
Giovanni Cristinzio
28 years of perfection
My respect
Black Metal Promotion
Yes, this is good!