Sweden's Mörk Gryning, meaning "dark dawn", was formed in the early 90s by the multi-talented duo of Goth (guitars, bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Draakh Kimera (vocals, guitars, keyboards, drums), who recorded their complex black metal on 1995's Tusen år har gått... and 1997's Return Fire. In 2001 they released their third full-length, Maelstrom Chaos. Continuing with the aid of guitarist Avatar, bassist Fredrik Boëthius, and drummer Carl-Gustaf Bäckström, the album's grand sonic vision did not disappoint the fans. With 2003's equally diverse fourth effort, Pieces of Primal Expressionism, Mörk Gryning had returned to a smaller line-up, with only Aeon (synths, mellotron) added for support.
Goth dissolved the band in early 2005, due to a lack of interest in extreme metal. However, the band returned to complete their final self-titled album and was then put to rest.
In 2016 the band announced their reformation, a 4-song live EP "Live at Kraken" was released in 2018. In early 2020 the band announced a record-deal with French Season of Mist records. A new full-length album entitled "Hinsides vrede" is set for release on October 23rd, 2020.
The Menace
Mörk Gryning Lyrics
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As terror comes down on the earth it strikes down with a vengeance so strong
It can kill all that stands
The ashes of that which once was is all gone and the bringer of darkness is
brought forth in the sky
A black aura of golden evil is taking the shape of a globe just like ages
ago
Apparition, this is the grimly arrival
The pain of the humans exposed by this power is as fire ripping as it is
Destroying the world in a blink of an eye
With a force stronger than the light of the sun
Resurrected, it is the grimly arrival
Apparition, pain is the source of life
Now, the golden one has come
Supremacy, no legion can stand
Plague has tortured the world, fire has purified the souls
The master of fire came from the sky, the introducer of chaos have showed
itself
Death is the truth of it's prophecy, this new era is nothing but infernal
Ripping death, plague, evil, carnage, fear, suffer, pain, darkness,
destruction, pure fire, terror, resurrection!
Resurrected...
The lyrics of Mörk Gryning's song "The Menace" describe a terrifying apocalypse that strikes down on Earth with a brutal force. The bringer of darkness is depicted as a black aura of golden evil that takes the shape of a globe and travels in a different dimension. The humans are exposed to the pain of the power, and it destructs the world in the blink of an eye. With a force stronger than the light of the sun, the golden one has come, and no legion can stand against its supremacy which ultimately led to the end of the world.
The lyrics are poetic, yet dark and foreboding. They paint a picture of a cataclysmic event that can only be described as infernal. It hints at the inevitability of death as the truth of its prophecy, and there is a sense of hopelessness and despair. The use of the poetic devices like metaphor, simile, and alliteration has given depth to the lyrics, making it a profound piece of work.
Overall, the lyrics describe a world-ending apocalypse that no one can survive, and it's a clear representation of the destructive side of humanity. It's a warning of sorts to those who believe they are untouchable as even the mightiest of warriors can't fight against the inexorable will of fate.
Line by Line Meaning
As terror comes down on the earth it strikes down with a vengeance so strong
A great terror is descending upon the earth with such an incredibly strong force that it can vanquish all that stands against it.
It can kill all that stands
The great terror has the power to kill every living being that tries to oppose it.
The ashes of that which once was is all gone and the bringer of darkness is brought forth in the sky
Everything that existed before was reduced to ashes, and now the being that brings darkness is manifesting itself in the sky.
A black aura of golden evil is taking the shape of a globe just like ages ago
A sphere of black with a golden aura is forming, and it appears similar to something that occurred long in the past.
Travelling in a dimension away it will create the end for this retarded race
It is traveling through a different dimension, and its final purpose is to bring about the end of humanity.
Apparition, this is the grimly arrival
The arrival of this terror is a sign of great misfortune and despair.
The pain of the humans exposed by this power is as fire ripping as it is
The pain inflicted upon humans by this terror burns like fire and tears apart everything in its path.
Destroying the world in a blink of an eye
With a power greater than that of the sun, this terror can destroy the world in an instant.
With a force stronger than the light of the sun
This terror possesses an overwhelming power that surpasses even the might of the sun.
Resurrected, it is the grimly arrival
The return of this terror indicates a dark period of destruction and death.
Apparition, pain is the source of life
This terror has arisen as a result of the pain and suffering that are intrinsic to human existence.
Now, the golden one has come
The being of golden evil has arrived and is now present.
Supremacy, no legion can stand
Nothing can oppose this terror, it is the supreme power that will reign preeminent.
Plague has tortured the world, fire has purified the souls
A plague has caused suffering and agony throughout the world, while fire has served to cleanse and purify the souls of those that remain.
The master of fire came from the sky, the introducer of chaos have showed itself
The being that brought about fire and chaos has descended from the heavens and made itself known to the world.
Death is the truth of it's prophecy, this new era is nothing but infernal
Death is what the prophecy foretold, and this new era will be one of utter hellish torment and destruction.
Ripping death, plague, evil, carnage, fear, suffer, pain, darkness, destruction, pure fire, terror, resurrection!
The coming of this terror brings with it ripping death, plague, evil, carnage, fear, suffering, pain, darkness, destruction, pure fire, and terror, and it heralds its own resurrection.
Resurrected...
And so it is resurrected, bringing with it all of the horrors and suffering that were prophesied.
Contributed by Hannah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gord Olson
I always thought the way they integrated Mozart's Lacrimosa into this track was incredibly brilliant.
Malestrom Chaos is the best BM album ever written, imho.
Dean Botha
Absolutely love their riffs and how the lead and rhythm sections compliments one another.
travis reynolds
Great video/track from a great band!! I've been into them since the debut! It is always amazing to see a band you loved years ago return with such brilliance 🤘🤘🤘🤘
grylnor
The new album is totally cool too. Glad they are back!
mgkpraesi
Bought my first Album from them ´98 in Netherlands. Tusen ar har gatt, still their best work.
Annukka
Great track! 🤘
David Prawira
This is so cool and technical
MauBast777
Excellent !
Athina DrK
Respectable!!!🤘😈
Niphilim
since SoM are putting up so many old songs.. put up ont blod, so the newer fans get some real Mörk Gryning classics also... (taking for granted everyone already listened to tusen år har gått)