The infamous British poet/occultist Aleister Crowley once stated “Do what thou wilt shalt be the whole of the law.” And, perhaps, to honour this motto and to indicate his interest in the occult Fredrik named the band after one of the books written by the Great Beast 666.
The first recording, the demo tape “Songs from the Hill of the Heartless Giant”, was released 1992. After two more demos, “Watch the Shadows Dance” (1993) and “This Sombre Dreamland” (1994), the band was signed for their first full length album. "Images of forgotten memories" was released in 1996 and it was followed in 1997 by "Fruits and Flowers of The Spectral Garden."
At this time the band felt that they could no longer work under the conditions stated by their record company. So when it was time to begin the recording of their third CD they broke up with the old label and soon found another one. “Where Angels dare not tread” was recorded in 1999 and was supposed to be released the same year. But unfortunate circumstances and events lead to that the album wasn’t released until 2002.
The music was early described in reviews as “gothic” and “dark metal” but this has never been paths deliberately chosen by the band. In some interviews Fredrik has said “As soon as you choose a category for your music you immediately set up the limits restraining your creativity. And, personally, I am not interested in restrictions and limitations. I am interested in creation…” But nevertheless the music has evolved into what may be described as a dark brand of metal with strong Gothic undertones which invokes a gloomy atmosphere and visions of ruin and demise.
Since 1990 the Equinox ov the Gods have gone through a lot of changes in its line up. The band has existed and even played gigs with a rather minimalistic line up consisting of only two people. Nowadays, apart from the founding member Fredrik Wallin (Vocals), the line up is Arttu Malkki (drums), Morgan Svedlund (guitar) and Jocke Wassberg (guitar).
The band has played a number of live performces. Among the most memorable gigs were Wave Gotik Treffen in Leipzig, Germany (2003) and the Devils Night in Östersund, Sweden 2003. A live performance by the Equinox ov the Gods is often a something more than just an ordinary concert. The band strive to give their audience an experience that includes visual aids such as pyrotechnics, props, scenery and stage make up. In an interview Fredrik once described a live performance with the cryptic words “…to play live is in many ways like a shamanic ritual of evocation... to bring forth the beast from within and release it from the chains which holds it through the everyday life…”
Resurrected
The Equinox Ov The Gods Lyrics
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A child of the night
Stalking the streets
In the pale moonlight
Your skin is warm and soft
While mine is white and cold
Come, let me kiss you
Mysteries Unfold
I am beyond life
I am beyond death
I will take your life
I will take your breath
Come here, my darling
I want you to hold
Come, let me kiss you
Mysteries Unfold
We are dancing in fire
Embraced by the flames
We are kissing each other
We are kissed by the flames
And as i dive into oblivion
My mind is scattered in the wind
I drown in the sea of the lost louls
Lord Jesus won't come
The Equinox Ov The Gods's song "Resurrected" is a gothic metal masterpiece that delves into the theme of eternal life and immortality. The opening lines of the song introduce us to the singer, lost in darkness, who is a child of the night, and is stalking the streets in the pale moonlight. The use of darkness and night imagery sets the eerie tone and creates the perfect backdrop for the theme of the song. The singer's skin is described as white and cold, contrasting with the warmth and softness of the person they are addressing, inviting them to come closer and share the mysteries that unfold during this intimate encounter.
The chorus takes an even darker turn, suggesting that the singer is beyond life and death and has the power to take away the other person's life and breath. However, they also express a desire for intimacy and ask the other person to hold them, which creates a sense of conflicting emotions. The verses and chorus are intertwined by the use of "Come, let me kiss you, Mysteries Unfold" which suggests that the singer draws power from these intimate moments and it is during these times that they become "resurrected". The final verse takes a turn for the epic, using powerful imagery of dancing in fire and being embraced by the flames. It ends with the singer accepting their oblivion, calling out to Lord Jesus who will not come to save them.
Line by Line Meaning
Now lost in darkness
I am currently without direction or purpose, immersed in the unknown abyss of darkness
A child of the night
I am deeply connected to the time of night, with an affinity for darkness and a curiosity for the unknown
Stalking the streets
I am wandering aimlessly in search of something, with a silent determination to uncover any hidden secrets of the streets
In the pale moonlight
As I continue my journey through the night, I am accompanied by the soft glow of the pale moon, serving as a reminder of the tranquility that exists within the dark unknown
Your skin is warm and soft
You are human, with a warm and soft exterior, a stark contrast to my cold and pale skin
While mine is white and cold
I am unmistakably different, with a complexion that is the absolute opposite of yours
Come, let me kiss you
Despite our physical differences, I still crave intimacy with you, a chance to feel the warmth of another human being
Mysteries Unfold
As we come together, we unlock the secrets of the unknown, unraveling mysteries as we dive deeper into the realm of darkness
I am beyond life
I exist beyond the confines of life itself, free from its limitations
I am beyond death
Even in death, I transcend the norm, neither succumbing to nor being defined by it
I will take your life
With my otherworldly abilities, I have the power to end your mortal existence
I will take your breath
I can control even the subtle nuances of your being, snatching your breath away with minimal effort
Come here, my darling
Despite the ominous nature of my earlier threats, I still desire your presence by my side
I want you to hold
I long for the physical embrace of another, to be held and comforted by someone who still has a mortal connection to the world
We are dancing in fire
Together, we dance freely within the chaos of the flames, feeling the heat and passion that comes with this dangerous waltz
Embraced by the flames
The fire serves as a crucial bond between us, a representation of our fiery passion and the destructive nature of our otherworldly powers
We are kissing each other
Our infatuation with each other becomes even more intense as we continue to explore the boundaries of intimacy in this unknown, volatile world
We are kissed by the flames
As we continue to revel in the fire, our two worlds converge and become one, with the flames serving as a dangerous yet indispensable component of our relationship
And as i dive into oblivion
Despite the passion and intensity of our connection, I still recognize that my existence exists in a liminal space, between life and death
My mind is scattered in the wind
As I continue to push the boundaries of the unknown, my thoughts and emotions become even more chaotic and unmanageable
I drown in the sea of the lost souls
The further I probe into the unknown, the more lost and disconnected I feel from both the mortal world and the realm beyond it
Lord Jesus won't come
Despite my misgivings and possible regrets for crossing the boundaries of life and death, I acknowledge that the world of the living will not be able to offer me the solace or peace that I require
Contributed by Logan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Γιωργος Τζεβελεκος
I remember I bought it the first day that came in Greece. My friend at Metal Era shop (Mutillator)suggest me to buy it. So i did it ! I never regretted. Exellent work !!! More than 23 years n' i still hear it with pleasure !!!
Theodoros Armenis
A true diamond in rust. Haven't listened to it for years it brings back many memories
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Overlord
Maravilhoso álbum.
Andrey K
Настоящий готик метал. Лучшее в своем роде
sopakè fulpakè
i love this album , great ambiance .
Aegianlulz
A real hidden gothic gem
Purple Mush
Great album :) \m/
a8anasios666
fantastic album
Opisthokonta
This is fucking magic!
Thanks for share!