The project began in January 1998. Heri Joensen met his old bandmate, Kári Streymoy, at a party in Copenhagen, Denmark. Joensen suggested to Streymoy that they should meet up and jam. Streymoy initially declined, but later took him up on his offer.
They were soon joined by another former bandmate, bassplayer Gunnar H. Thomsen, making the duo a trio.
Singer Pól Arni Holm and guitarist Jón Joensen (Heri Joensen's brother) were part of the band while they recorded How Far to Asgaard but left soon after its release.
Terji Skibenæs joined after Jón Joensen had left the band. Allan Streymoy (Kári Streymoy's brother) took over singing duties for a brief time during which they released the single "Ólavur Riddararós". After Allan left Heri Joensen took over the vocals. It was this line up which recorded Eric the Red.
Skibenæs left the band for a while after the release of Eric the Red. The band played as a trio for some time. In the summer of 2004 they were joined by Icelandic guitarist Ottó P. Arnarson for a very brief time. When the latter left, Skibenæs came back.
Another Fallen Brother
Týr Lyrics
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Marching on and on
What I used to be
Now seems so long gone
Whether it's right or it's wrong
Cry havoc heathens
Valhalla here comes
Another fallen brother
This day will be my renown
In death I will go down
And we charge across the field
Though the resistance is strong
This is where I belong
For my fate has long been sealed
In the thick of it
Comes our time to die
They have come for us
See them fly up high
Look at me choosers of the slain
Cry havoc heathens
No quarter for the other
Valhalla here comes
Another fallen brother
This day will be my renown
In death I will go down
And we charge 'cross the field
Though the resistance is strong
This is where I belong
For my fate has long been sealed
The song "Another Fallen Brother" by Týr is a tribute to fallen soldiers, particularly those who died in battle, their bravery and honouring their memory. The lyrics describe the weary wanderers marching on relentlessly, and the singer reflecting on what he used to be and how far he has come. Whether it's right or wrong, their hearts are determined to cry havoc and show no mercy to the enemy. They are marching towards Valhalla, the legendary Norse afterlife, where they will reunite with their "fallen brothers". They consider it a matter of pride to fall in battle, and the day they die will be their moment of glory.
The singer acknowledges that death is inevitable, and they will meet their fate on the battlefield. As they charge across the field, the resistance may be strong, but they are undaunted for this is where they belong. They see the enemy flying high and know that their time is coming. The singer calls upon the gods (choosers of the slain) to remember them and take them to Valhalla. The chorus repeats the phrase "cry havoc heathens, no quarter for the other, Valhalla here comes another fallen brother," emphasizing the ruthless, yet fearless attitude of soldiers in battle.
Line by Line Meaning
Weary wanderers
Tired travelers
Marching on and on
Continuing to walk forward
What I used to be
Who I used to be
Now seems so long gone
Feels like a distant memory
Whether it's right or it's wrong
Regardless of morality
Cry havoc heathens
Shout and cause chaos
No quarter for the other
No mercy for the enemy
Valhalla here comes
The afterlife is near
Another fallen brother
Another soldier has died
This day will be my renown
This day will mark my legacy
In death I will go down
I will die today
And we charge across the field
We attack head on
Though the resistance is strong
Despite the strong opposition
This is where I belong
This is my purpose
For my fate has long been sealed
My destiny is predetermined
In the thick of it
Right in the middle of the battle
Comes our time to die
It's our turn to die
They have come for us
The enemy is attacking us
See them fly up high
Watch them soar into the sky
Look at me choosers of the slain
Notice me, those who select the dead
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