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1. OMEN is an American Heavy Metal band that was formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by guitarist Kenny Powell, as he left the band Savage Grace.
Omen is best-known for melodic yet aggressive power metal/fantasy metal along the lines of King Diamond, Queensrÿche, Savatage, Manowar, and Helloween; Omen is forceful and hard-driving, but they're always been musical and melodic. The band was formed in Los Angeles in 1983 by lead guitarist Kenny Powell, who had been a member of an L.A.-based band called Savage Grace. Powell's early influences included Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, UFO, Ronnie James Dio, Black Sabbath, and Rainbow (among others), and Omen's Metal Blade and Enigma recordings of the '80s reflected the guitarist's appreciation of those headbangers.
Omen has had its share of lineup changes over the years; in addition to Powell, the band's early members included lead singer J.D. Kimball (R.I.P.), bassist Jody Henry, and drummer Steve Wittig. In 1984, Omen signed with the L.A.-based Metal Blade and recorded their debut album, Battle Cry, which was followed by Warning of Danger in 1985, The Curse in 1986, Nightmares in 1987, and Escape to Nowhere in 1988. Throughout the '80s, glam metal, pop-metal and hair bands were huge on the L.A./Hollywood rock scene -- the Sunset Strip was inundated with bands that hoped to be the next Quiet Riot, Poison, or L.A. Guns. But when other L.A. bands were heavily into the glam scene, Omen was a power metal band first and foremost.
Omen are now back again with a new line-up and new material.
2. An American rapper from Chicago. Chicago-born emcee, Omen (born Damon Coleman) goes his own route, delivering incredible songs shaped by rhymes, melodies and composition inspired, by some of his favorite artist growing up such as Nas, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson and Common. However, his most significant influences come from his own real life situations and emotions as well as his vivid imagination.
3. Omen is a Power Metal/Thrash Metal/Speed Metal band from Hungary. It was formed after the break of Pokolgép by László Nagyfi (guitar) and József Kalapács (vocals) in 1990. They were joined by Ossian's drummer Zoltán Nagyfi (drums), András Ács (bass) and Bikini's guitarist Zsolt Daczi. Soon after, Daczi had to leave Omen because of his duties with Bikini, so Tamás Szekeres (one of the most renowned guitarists in Hungary) joined the band. This lineup released 3 albums, but in 1993 Szekeres left, to be replaced by László Nagyfi's former apprentice Lajos Sárközi.
The band almost split up in 2000 when Kalapács and Sárközi left to form Kalapács. Omen was on hiatus until 2003, when Daczi re-joined the band (to be fired from Bikini in less than a year). The vocalist became Zoltán Pintér, mostly known as Oki, renowned for his participation in a reality show earlier on. In the meantime, Ács also left to engage in other activities than music; he was replaced by former Ossian and Fahrenheit bass player Gábor Vörös.
Soon Oki was fired for his inability to learn the lyrics of the songs (and thus ruining live shows); Tibor Gubás joined the band in 2004, re-recording a song for the 2004 best of album. After the promising beginnings with Gubás, Daczi had a severe traffic accident, which once again knocked the band to hiatus for a year. The first concert of this lineup was in October 2005; the new album was released in February 2006. In the summer of 2006, Daczi was diagnosed with cancer. During the fall of 2006, a re-recorded version of the 2003 album Tiszta szívvel was released under the title Agymosás, with Gubás on vocals instead of Oki. From early 2007 on, Miklós Cziffra played instead of Daczi in the concerts as the latter was not strong enough to go on stage.
Daczi died in August 2007. He was 38 years old.
During the spring of 2009, former Akela, current After Rain guitarist Zsolt "Szupermen" Szijártó joined, but Gubás was fired because of similar reasons to the firing of Oki. In the fall of 2009, the vocalist of hard rock band P. Box, Árpád Koroknai, was added to the lineup.
4. Omen is a Polish Heavy Metal band that released one single and split up.
5. Omen is a dubstep artist from England whose tracks appear on various dubstep compilations including Tectonic Plates.
6. Omen is a Black Metal band from Malaysia.
They released a few demos in 2009.
7. Omen is Alexey Budylev (Алексей Будылёв)
Trance/Progressive DJ & producer from Moscow, Russia. Born: June 2nd 1980. Also known as Alexey Omen
8. OMEN are a boyband from Georgia, USA.
They have release two full length LPs, Hyperyeet and Yada.
9. OMEN is a Drum & Bass producer from the San Francisco Bay Area.
Battle Cry
Omen Lyrics
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Oh the end is near if you choose to stay
This forsaken land torn by grief and strife
No it's not worth the value of your life
[Chorus:]
The smell of death lingers in the air
Bloodstained bodies scattered everywhere
See the sorrow, hear the battle cry, battle cry
The carnage races on well into the night
As the sun creeps up we see the morning light
On the battlefield the tragedy of dawn
Through the crimson tide we still carry on
[Chorus:]
In Omen's song Battle Cry, the lyrics describe a scene of war, urging anyone who catches a glimpse of it to leave quickly because the end is near. The land is described as forsaken, torn by grief and strife, and the value of one's life is not worth staying there. The chorus paints a brutal picture of death and destruction, with the smell of death in the air and bloodstained bodies scattered everywhere. The distant sound of thunder adds to the ominous atmosphere, and the sorrow and desperation of the battle cry can be heard.
Despite the tragedy and carnage, the lyrics also emphasize the resilience of those fighting in the war. The fighting races on through the night, with only the morning light signaling a pause in the action. Even in the midst of the crimson tide of battle, the fighters carry on.
Overall, the song can be seen as a commentary on the devastating effects of war, both in terms of physical destruction and the toll it takes on human lives. The lyrics urge listeners to recognize the futility of such violence and to work towards peace instead.
Line by Line Meaning
Catch a fleeting glimpse then be on your way
Take a quick glance at the situation and move on, as there may be danger ahead.
Oh the end is near if you choose to stay
If you decide to stay, your fate may be doomed as danger and death are likely to prevail.
This forsaken land torn by grief and strife
The land is desolate and in a sad state of affairs due to conflict and misery.
No it's not worth the value of your life
It is not worth risking your life for this land or cause.
The smell of death lingers in the air
The air is filled with the scent of death due to the ongoing battle.
Bloodstained bodies scattered everywhere
Dead bodies covered in blood are dispersed all around the area.
In the distance thunder in the sky
Sounds of a storm can be heard approaching from afar, symbolizing the impending doom.
See the sorrow, hear the battle cry, battle cry
Witness the sadness and despair on the battlefield, as well as the sounds of the soldiers rallying for battle.
The carnage races on well into the night
The violence and fighting continue for a long time, even until nightfall.
As the sun creeps up we see the morning light
With dawn comes the light of day, and the aftermath of the destruction is revealed in the morning.
On the battlefield the tragedy of dawn
At dawn, the full extent of the loss and devastation experienced during the battle can be seen.
Through the crimson tide we still carry on
Despite the overwhelming bloodshed, the soldiers continue to fight and move forward.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN JAMES POWELL
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0:00 - Death Rider
03:28 - The Axeman
07:57 - Last Rites
11:40 - Dragon's Breath
14:41 - Be My Wench
18:47 - Battle Cry
22:31 - Die by the Blade
25:41 - Prince of Darkness
28:28 - Bring Out the Beast
32:41 - In the Arena
36:43 - Battle Cry (live at San Antonio, Texas in 1986)
40:45 - Torture Me
@martinhansen354
I have never heard about this band before in my life (40+ years). Tonight I dreamt I was invited to a consert featuring Omen. So when a woke up i searched for "Omen band" and this is where it brougt me. And this might just be the best music I have heard in years! You might just say my dream was an omen of greatness.
@winterburden
Same.
@luismejiagonzalez3342
nice story bro
@salvatorepalimodde8473
Litterally the same
@a8anasios666
better late than never
@jpmtlhead39
Awesome Band,my friend. Real Metal.
You are the Proof that Metal is not Dead. At all.
@emedel5772
I saw these guys in concert back in the 80s. I was like 15. They were hanging outside the venue and I got to meet and chat with them. I was carrying this album (in cassette!) inside my blue jean jacket and they autographed it for me. Great friendly dudes. Great old jams too.
@miguelopazo
+E Medel fantastic!, I was 2 years old when this album was released
@a8anasios666
+Miguel Opazo I was born in 84 :) so much great music made that year
@morfeas333
+E Medel man, autographs on cassettes! the memories!