So their collective Ideas let develop varied songs with lots of good influences. The last need was a band name, which was found in “Nordavind” for the present. Finally the band was more or less ready to start with rehearsals. Soon the first gig came ahead in a local biker-hall what was a good chance to demonstrate the new written stuff and get feedback in any way. Unfortunately dissensions between the members caused an egress of Chris and Lena of “Nordavind”. But that was no reason to put the project on ice. The time gained was used for working on the first three demo songs “Rise “After Falling”, “Sword Of Xanten” and “Funeral March”, which was released via MySpace in September 2009. After nights out drinking, a new Keyboarder was found in Rosh. Daniel became the new rhythm guitarist. Now a new band name was essential. Furthermore nights came across spent with thinking about a new name. Eventually and fortunately it was found in “Nothgard”.
- In 2010 the band stared with some Gigs in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republik. Very special gig was the Metalfest Open Air, where Nothgard played in front of very improved and interested fans! In June the guys signed a label and booking contract with Black Bards Entertainment and at this time they work on a debut album, which will be released worldwide in winter of 2010/2011.
In November Toni has decided to leave the band for some private reasons, therefore Nothgard is looking for a new drummer. As long as there is no new member the guys will be supported by a professional drummer.
In December of 2010 the band will play on the Black Troll Winterfest with very popular bands like e.g. Wolfchant. A big tour with Skyforger, Heljareyga, Gernotshagen, Kromlek und Northland will be announced in the spring time of 2011.
Right now the line up consists of Dom (Vocals/ Lead Guitar), Viktor (Bass), Daniel (Rhythm Guitar) and Rosh (Keyboard).
Arminius
Nothgard Lyrics
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When a young boy was taken by a plague
Smaller than a sword at the Romans side
As mercenary forever the foes guide
Arminius was his name
What we will never forget
A fighter for freedom
In a cold autumn night
A bold plan was born
To deceive Varus, tormentor of Germania
And avenge his own blood
In the cover of the night
He gathered the clans
With the forest as their shelter
For the capture of homeland
We will banish them
Without regarding death
Avenge our ancestor’s blood
With the tenfold smash
Arminius we vaunt you
Shelter of Germania we honor you
With the sword in his hands the hero of our land
Risen up high and ready to slay
In the year 9 A.D
He wrote history
Killing an eighth of the foes army
Wrangling Varus’ ignominy
The lyrics to Nothgard’s song “Arminius” retell the story of this Germanic hero who stood up against the Roman invaders in the year 9 AD. The lore began in the forest of Teutoburg when a young boy, Arminius, was taken by a plague smaller than a sword at the Romans' side. He grew up as a mercenary forever guiding the foes until he became the fighter for freedom, a hero of Germania.
On a cold autumn night, Arminius came up with a bold plan to deceive Varus, the tormentor of Germania, and avenge his family's blood. He gathered the clans with the forest as their shelter for the capture of their homeland. With the sword in his hands, he rose up high and ready to slay, and they banished the Romans without regarding death, avenging their ancestors' blood with the tenfold smash. In the year 9 A.D, Arminius wrote history by killing an eighth of the foes army and wrangling Varus' ignominy.
Nothgard's "Arminius" is an epic symphony with powerful vocals and harmonious guitar solos, telling a tale of heroism, bravery, and courage. The lyrics speak of strength, honor, and resilience of the spirit in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
In the forest of Teutoburg the lore began
The tale of Arminius started in the Teutoburg Forest
When a young boy was taken by a plague
A young boy fell victim to a deadly disease
Smaller than a sword at the Romans side
The disease was so small compared to the Roman army's weaponry
As mercenary forever the foes guide
Despite his people's enemy, the boy would end up becoming the Romans' guide or ally
Arminius was his name
The young boy's name was Arminius
What we will never forget
We shall always remember Arminius
A fighter for freedom
Arminius fought for the freedom of his land
The hero of our land
Arminius became a hero to his people
In a cold autumn night
On a chilly autumn evening
A bold plan was born
Arminius devised a daring strategy
To deceive Varus, tormentor of Germania
The plan was to deceive Varus, who had caused much suffering to the Germanic tribes
And avenge his own blood
Arminius aimed to seek revenge for his own people and family's blood spilled by Varus
In the cover of the night
Under the veil of darkness
He gathered the clans
Arminius united the Germanic tribes
With the forest as their shelter
The forest provided them with a hiding place
For the capture of homeland
The aim was to retake their homeland
We will banish them
The Romans will be driven away
Without regarding death
They were fearless, even in the face of death
Avenge our ancestor’s blood
They fought to avenge their ancestors' blood shed in the past
With the tenfold smash
They struck back against the Romans with great force
Arminius we vaunt you
We praise and celebrate Arminius
Shelter of Germania we honor you
Arminius is honored as the protector of Germania
With the sword in his hands the hero of our land
Arminius was the hero of the land, wielding a sword
Risen up high and ready to slay
Arminius was ready to take on his enemies
In the year 9 A.D
This all took place in the year 9 A.D.
He wrote history
Arminius made a significant impact on history
Killing an eighth of the foes army
Arminius defeated a significant portion of the enemy's army
Wrangling Varus’ ignominy
Arminius brought shame and disgrace to Varus
Contributed by Carson P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jonny Cash
Danke Jungs für diesen Song! Jemandem wie Arminius gebührt schon lange ein solches Lied. Auf das wir ihn niemals vergessen! Grüße aus dem Schwarzwald :)
Diego
I love this band!
SlashORC
Epic song Epic band I'm lovin' it :D
alphaquadrant66
Awesome SONG, awesome BAND!! Hail from Curitiba-Brazil!!!
Salt.entity
Well all I can say is that you've got a new fan! Hope to see you guys at Wacken or Summer breeze next year! Cheers
Dàvid Kovàcs
I Love this band!!!!!
Toshi
verdammt gute Musik. hab euch erst gestern gefunden. werde mir das album aufjedenfall mal kaufen!
ed elric
its like Odin and Thor decided to make a band together :P, absolutely amazing guys only wish u had more songs to raise my sword too
Maria Speck
im just simply inlove with your music
NOTHGARD_OFFICIAL
Hey Luca, thanks very much for your comment; unfortunately no gigs are currently planned in Italy, but we would love to go there and eat some great pizzas ;)