Multiple artists are known as The Legion.
1. Black/Death Metal Group
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1. Black/Death Metal Group
2. Early 90's Hip-Hop Crew

1. The LEGION's march started back in 1999 with the purpose to bring black plague, death and violence to this world. In early 2000 the demo "Bloodaeons" was recorded. This four-track blasterpiece of cold and grim black metal gained very good response when released later the same year.

In the year 2002 The LEGION entered Los Angered Recording in Gothenburg. Four new songs were recorded which resulted in a 7" vinyl / MCD entitled "Awakened Fury". This release made Listenable Rec. (Fr) interested in the band and a three album deal was inked.
The LEGION went off to famous Abyss Studios in late June 2003 to record their debut album "Unseen to Creation" together with producer Peter Tägtgren. In October the same year "Unseen…" was released on CD and on a limited, hand numbered gatefold vinyl in 500 copies.

The march continues with a European tour in 2004 and new material is being written for the second opus. During the year 2005 the follow-up to "Unseen…" is recorded, partly in the bands own studio Art Decay and partly in Endarker studio who is owned by Marduk bassist Magnus "Devo" Andersson. The new album is entitled "Revocation" and is set for release in late February 2006.

The LEGION's line-up has changed a few times during the years and today the horde consists of the three founding members Emil Drautinovic (drums), David Svartz (guitar) and Rikard Kottelin (guitar). Lately a new vocalist has been recruited, called Kjetil Hektoen (also in Enthral and Crest of Darkness). The bass is handled by session member Kristoffer Andersson of Sargatanas Reign.

2. Early 90's Bronx hip hop crew consisting of Cee-Low, Molecules, and Chucky Smash. Closely affiliated with Native Tongues group Black Sheep and DITC producer Showbiz. They released one album in 1994.

Bloodgate
The Legion Lyrics

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I gaze into the mirror. a gateway to dimensions beyond
The unearthly presence around me, sharp as the flashing blade in my hand
The poison of life is set running. a trail of red on my pale damaged skin
Shredding and shedding the holy gift, i bless this site with the grace of my death
Nemo liber est, qui corpori servit, flying flesh and gushing gore
A terror inferno triggered at once. i witness the furious madness released
Exalted tormentor - believers reward
A hideous grin is the least thing i glimpse of myself.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Legion's song Bloodgate paint a disturbing image of a person standing in front of a mirror, using a sharp blade to inflict wounds upon themselves. The mirror serves as a gateway to dimensions beyond, suggesting that the act of self-harm is more than just physical; it is a way for the singer to connect with something otherworldly. The imagery of bloodshed is graphic, with the "poison of life" running down their skin as they "shred and shed" the holy gift. The act of self-harm is almost ritualistic, as the singer blesses the site of their death with the grace of their blood.

The lyrics take on a darker tone as the singer proclaims "Nemo liber est, qui corpori servit," which roughly translates to "No one is free who serves the body." This line suggests that the singer sees their physical form as a prison, and that they are attempting to break free from the constraints of their mortal body. The final verse of the song reveals that the singer is not alone, as they witness a "terror inferno" and an "exalted tormentor." The use of the word "believers" suggests that the singer is not the only one engaging in this self-destructive behavior, and that it is part of some twisted religious doctrine. The song ends with the singer catching a glimpse of themselves in the mirror and seeing only a "hideous grin," suggesting that whatever they were hoping to achieve through this act of self-harm has not brought them the peace they were seeking.

Line by Line Meaning

I gaze into the mirror. a gateway to dimensions beyond
I am transfixed by my reflection, which seems to lead to otherworldly realms.

The unearthly presence around me, sharp as the flashing blade in my hand
I feel a supernatural force surrounding me, as potent as the weapon I hold.

The poison of life is set running. a trail of red on my pale damaged skin
I am shedding my lifeforce in a stream of blood, adding to the scars on my skin.

Shredding and shedding the holy gift, i bless this site with the grace of my death
I am sacrificing my body, a sacred gift, and consecrating this place with my passing.

Nemo liber est, qui corpori servit, flying flesh and gushing gore
No one is truly free who is a slave to the flesh and the blood that spills forth from it.

A terror inferno triggered at once. i witness the furious madness released
I unleash an unstoppable wave of horror and behold the terrible frenzy it generates.

Exalted tormentor - believers reward
I am a revered figure of pain and suffering, my followers' ultimate aspiration.

A hideous grin is the least thing i glimpse of myself.
I catch a glimpse of my own visage, twisted in a ghastly expression of pleasure.

Contributed by Bentley S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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