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).
Ragnarök
Nothgard Lyrics
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3 years of frost, 3 years of night
The final breath evaporates to the sky
To the stars up high
Skali and Hati chase the moon
Stars drop from the canopy
Fenris crashs his chains
The end of all no one to escape
Muspells sons are on their way
Odens son, Thor awaits them
To fight – to strike
Þá kemur inn ríki
að regindómi
öflugur ofan,
sá er öllu ræður
Þar kemur inn dimmi
dreki fljúgandi,
naður fránn, neðan
frá Niðafjöllum;
ber sér í fjöðrum,
flýgur völl yfir,
Niðhöggur nái.
Nú mun hún sökkvast
The song "Ragnarök" by Nothgard is about the end of the world in Norse mythology. The lyrics describe the events of the Fimbulvetr, a period of extreme cold and darkness that lasts for three years. The blast of death from the north brings an end to all life on earth, and the final breath of the dying evaporates into the sky. Skali and Hati, two wolves, chase the moon, and stars fall from the sky. Fenris, a monstrous wolf, breaks free from his chains, and the ship Naglfar appears on the horizon.
As the end of the world draws near, there is no escape for anyone. The sons of Muspell, fire giants from Muspelheim, are on their way to destroy the world. But Odin's son, Thor, awaits them, ready to fight and strike. The lyrics describe the arrival of the powerful ruler who is in control of everything and the flying dragon, Nidhogg, that comes from the mountains. The dragon carries the dead to the underworld, including those who fell in battle during the final conflict.
In summary, "Ragnarök" is a grim and epic song that tells the story of the mythological end of the world. The lyrics describe the devastation caused by the Fimbulvetr, the release of Fenris, and the arrival of the fire giants intent on destroying the world. But amidst the chaos, Odin's son Thor prepares to fight and defend the realm against the forces of destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
The fimbulvetr prays the blast of death from north
The harsh winter season calls forth the destructive winds from the north.
3 years of frost, 3 years of night
The long winter will bring extreme cold and darkness for three years.
The final breath evaporates to the sky
The last living beings will die and their souls will ascend to the heavens.
To the stars up high
The departed souls will join the celestial bodies above.
Skali and Hati chase the moon
The wolves of the apocalypse pursue the lunar body.
Stars drop from the canopy
The destruction causes stars to fall from the sky.
Fenris crashs his chains
The ferocious wolf Fenris will break free from his restraints.
Naglfar appears during night
The ship made of fingernails will emerge in the darkness.
The end of all no one to escape
The apocalypse is inevitable, none will survive.
Muspells sons are on their way
The fiery demons from Muspellheim are approaching.
Odens son, Thor awaits them
The mighty god Thor stands prepared to fight them off.
To fight – to strike
The battle between gods and demons will be fierce and intense.
Þá kemur inn ríki
að regindómi
öflugur ofan,
sá er öllu ræður
Then comes the powerful ruler
on the day of judgement
mighty from above,
the one who controls everything
Þar kemur inn dimmi
dreki fljúgandi,
naður fránn, neðan
frá Niðafjöllum;
ber sér í fjöðrum,
flýgur völl yfir,
Niðhöggur nái.
Nú mun hún sökkvast
There comes a flying
Dark dragon there,
A bright serpent from below
From the mountains of destruction;
It carries corpses on its wings,
flies across the field,
Nidhogg is lurking.
Now it will sink down.
Contributed by Alex P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Humberto López Franco
FUCK! one day... this band will be huge... and i will proudly say im a fan since their beginning
呼吸
love the part 0:57-1:11
papopepo
U rock guys!
Humberto López Franco
my fav
till dummann
🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
Humberto López Franco
Oh and btw there is no such thing as pagan metal, its like saying political metal for megadeth
Zach
There is such a thing as pagan metal. This is it. You should look up the word "naive" and apply that description to some of your thoughts.
brains
this music trys to catch up the emotions normally, comming up with the simple thought of guilty... so totally deep minded lyrics wouldn't fit because it wants to be a musically motivation to keep on going...