According to Ash, Nargaroth was formed in 1989, but due to contradictory statements of Ash, this date is disputed, as well as the release of the seven track instrumental demo Orke in 1991. It is supposed that this demo was actually released in 1999. The demo Herbstleyd, which Ash claims to be released in 1993, was probably not released before this date. Nargaroth’s first album Herbstleyd was released by No Colours Records in 1999, followed in 2000 by Amarok, which is not an album but a re-release of old recordings, as well as the controversial demo Fuck Off Nowadays Black Metal, (released as a demo resulting to disputes over production values). This demo is said to be limited to 333 tapes and 100 LPs, but more units were probably released.
In 2001, No Colours Records released Black Metal ist Krieg, considered Ash’s dedication to black metal. It was followed in 2002 by Rasluka Part II. The third album Geliebte des Regens was released in 2003. 2004 saw release of live album Crushing Some Belgian Scum, Rasluka Part I, and Prosatanica Shooting Angels. The next album Semper Fidelis was released by No Colours Records in 2007. The sixth album was released in 2009 named Jahreszeiten by No Colours Records limited to 1000 copies.
Nargaroth
Nargaroth Lyrics
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By the blood from the pained.
The day after day
No whisper of pray
The angels are fallen
Deep into ravenrealm.
Fullmoon in red side, God lost his only son.
Be brave on revenge
And hold the proud of fatherland.
Where are this dogs, where are this wolves?
And my hate has no mercy,
And my hate has no mercy.
As the death took them away,
I won't cry for their decay.
And the death took them away,
I won't cry for their decay.
When I die...
The oceans black, burn the land and
No cry will be heard...
The song "Karmageddon" by Nargaroth describes a world in complete chaos and destruction, where there is no hope or chance of redemption. The lyrics describe a day that is darker than night and water that is red with blood from the pained. This is a reference to a biblical apocalypse where the world is engulfed in war and destruction, with people dying and suffering everywhere. In this world, there is no prayer or hope for salvation as even the angels themselves have been fallen.
The song then speaks of swords sounding in heaven and the sun turning deep red, with the full moon also appearing in red. This signifies a total cosmic breakdown where everything is turned on its head, even God has lost his only son, indicating that there is no salvation to be found. The singer then calls upon people to be brave and seek revenge, holding on to the proud of the fatherland. He then asks where the dogs and wolves are, indicating that he is perhaps referring to soldiers or warriors.
The song ends abruptly with the singer stating that there will be no cry heard when the oceans turn black and the land is burnt. This perhaps implies that the end of the world has come and there is no hope for redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
The day darker than night and the water red
The situation is extremely grim and tragic, with bloodshed and violence dominating the scene.
By the blood from the pained.
The cause of the tragic situation is the very real suffering of people who are experiencing pain and injury.
The day after day
This negative situation is persistent and ongoing, with no reprieve or rest from the suffering.
No whisper of pray
Despite the dire circumstances, there is no comfort or solace to be found in religious faith or prayer.
The angels are fallen
Even heavenly beings are not immune to the suffering and chaos of this situation, and have become corrupted or inactive as a result.
Deep into ravenrealm.
The situation has descended into a dark, shadowy realm of despair and destruction.
Swords sounds in heaven, deep red the sun.
The violence and conflict has spread even to heavenly realms, with symbolic imagery suggesting a cosmic battle with apocalyptic implications.
Fullmoon in red side, God lost his only son.
The tragedy of the situation is emphasized by the reference to a fundamental Christian belief, which suggests that even the Son of God has suffered and died in this world.
Be brave on revenge
Despite the dire circumstances, there is still an impulse towards vengeance and courage to act against the wicked or oppressive forces at work.
And hold the proud of fatherland.
Nationalistic sentiments are intertwined with this impulse towards revenge and defense of homeland, further emphasizing the stakes of the conflict.
Where are this dogs, where are this wolves?
The singer challenges the oppressors and their agents, suggesting that they are unworthy and cowardly for their actions.
And my hate has no mercy,
The artist is filled with a deep and abiding hatred for the forces at work, which spares no quarter even for their victims.
As the death took them away,
The singer has seen many people die and be taken by death as a result of the situation, adding to their sense of despair and loss.
I won't cry for their decay.
Despite the tragedy, the singer refuses to show any weakness or vulnerability, and is resolute in their stoicism.
When I die...
The singer is aware of their own mortality and the likelihood of their death in the ongoing conflict.
The oceans black, burn the land and
The situation is so dire and apocalyptic that even the natural world is affected and damaged by the violence and destruction.
No cry will be heard...
The ultimate tragedy and despair of the situation is emphasized by the lack of any hope or comfort to be had, and the seeming inevitability of continued violence and suffering for all involved.
Contributed by Carter C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.