1) Warbringer is an American t… Read Full Bio ↴There are three artists by this name.
1) Warbringer is an American thrash metal band from Ventura, California formed in 2004. Current members consist of John Kevill as vocals, John Laux and Andrew Bennett on guitar, Andy Laux on bass, and Carlos Cruz behind the drums. They have released six full length studio albums, the latest being "Weapons of Tomorrow" in 2020. Along with their animated live performances and lyrics detailing war, violence, and death, Warbringer's aggressive sound is reminiscent of 80's era thrash metal and thus the band is commonly associated with the "thrash revival".
From Their Myspace:
"With the release of 2008's War Without End, WARBRINGER established themselves as one the most ferocious young bands on the planet. With the chainsaw guitar riffs of John Laux and Adam Carroll accompanied by the evil screams of John Kevill, the band pillaged cities worldwide and established a rabid hardcore fan base after months and months of touring. WARBRINGER is set to raise the glass roof even higher in 2009 with the release of Waking into Nightmares and have already begun a massive touring campaign to scorch the rest of the globe.
Breaking though the mainstream metal underground at a time when the term 'Thrash Revival' was being coined, WARBRINGER struggled and fought to distance themselves from the flock and the rest of their peers with an extremely aggressive energetic live performance and a determination to drive the old-school sound forward into the next decade with a sense of fresh air and originality. The band continue to carve out their place in metal history with the addition of a new rhythm section (Ben Bennett and Nic Ritter) whose added progressive overtones can be heard on Waking Into Nightmares. WARBRINGER is not a tongue-in-cheek act, but a viable and deadly force looking to continue driving and perfecting the sound that so many thought had died in the early '90s.
On Waking into Nightmares, WARBRINGER was able to collaborate with true guitar hero and metal legend Gary Holt (Exodus), who produced the newest offering at Sharkbite Studios in Oakland, CA. The record was mixed and mastered by Zack Ohren (Suffocation, All Shall Perish) with cover artwork completed by the extraordinary surrealistic Dan Seagrave (Morbid Angel, Entombed, Malevolent Creation). While still new to the band, both Bennett and Ritter play a huge part in the band's redefined sound delivering a massive bass tone and very ambitious and unexpected drum work combined with the band's already lethal riff work WARBRINGER has reached a new level of complexity and brutality; leaving metal heads with even more reason to check out WARBRINGER's punishing live show.
WARBRINGER put themselves in front of every possible audience, playing to capacity crowds across the globe alongside some of metal’s best (Exodus, Kreator, Soilwork, Napalm Death, Suffocation, Nile, Overkill) in support of War Without End and 2009 looks to be no different. With almost 350 shows planned for this year chances are you will be seeing much more from this band in 2009. Prepare for TOTAL WAR!"
(From the official Warbringer Website www.warbringermusic.com)
With the release of Worlds Torn Asunder, WARBRINGER are poised to take their rightful place at the table alongside the big boys. The music on Worlds Torn Asunder was created in the studio but was borne of years of relentless touring. True road warriors, the members of WARBRINGER have lived their lives in a van together for months on end, playing an average of 300 shows a year since the release of their debut album, War Without End, in 2008. In the process they have built an organic, diehard fanbase, sharing the stage with such metal stalwarts as Exodus, Nile, Suicide Silence, Megadeth, Napalm Death, Suffocation, All Shall Perish, Hatebreed, Testament, Obituary, Overkill, Halford, Kreator and Nevermore. Worlds Torn Asunder sees the band not only maturing musically, but lyrically as well. Lead singer John Kevill touches on topics that range from the personal to the political. “On this record I made sure no two songs share a topic, so it covers a lot of ground lyrically. I tried to tailor each lyrical theme to the musical feeling of each song.” The singer continues, “There's a lot of different stuff on Worlds Torn Asunder - technological singularity, a return to the natural order, the Soviet Gulag prison camps, and also some good old heavy metal evil to round it out" Album opener, “Living Weapon” discusses the plight of the modern soldier and the nature of free will, whereas “Treacherous Tongue” is about the feeling of removing a wrong from the world, the lyrics echoing the music as it moves from anger into exultation. Once Worlds Torn Asunder hits the streets, the band will be back doing what they do best – playing live. Their blistering attack is a sight to behold, and with three album’s worth of material to choose from, the band is prepared to take the step from being a support band to becoming headliners in their own right. Peers take note, heroes check your rear-views, because that van you see coming up behind you just might be the future of metal.
2) Hatecore / RAC band from Finland.
Released at least one same title CD.
3) Epic Metal band from Italy.Released one demo.
Notre Dame
Warbringer Lyrics
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They have played you for a fool (A fool!)
You could never be like them
Solitude your one true friend
...you fool
Can you hear their laughter ring?
As they crown you king
King of fools, king of fools
A broken crown, O king
Oh, you could never rule
Hahahaha, you fool! (You fool!)
Can you hear their laughter ring?
As they crown you king of fools, you fool
I call for sanctuary in the spires of Notre Dame
Their kindness was a dagger, I'll never belong
This world will reject me, this tower is my home
To my one true friend the gargoyle I ask
Why am I not made of stone
...made of stone
Solo-Becker
Solo-Carroll
I still hear their laughter ring
From down there in the festival of fools
Solo-Carroll
So long the church has stood
A silent witness
Through the ages
All the holy tomes
the histories,
flammable pages
The gargoyle's long watch is no more
Now the fires will burn
The ancient stone
Of the cathedral
Now the bells shall ring
Nevermore
Atop the steeple
Now the flames engulf
The memories
Of long-lost glories
And who will preserve
What was lost
The unknown stories
And the world will go on, but forever changed...
The lyrics of Warbringer's song "Notre Dame" depict a story of deception, rejection, and the eventual destruction of a once-great institution. The opening lines mock an individual who believed they could attain power and authority, only to realize they have been fooled and made a laughingstock. Solitude becomes their only companion, emphasizing their isolation and vulnerability.
As the laughter of others resonates, they are ironically crowned as the king of fools, further subjecting them to ridicule. The lyrics suggest that this individual never had the capability to rule in the first place, reinforcing the theme of their naivety. The repeated phrase "you fool" serves as a mocking reminder of their gullibility.
In the next section, the singer seeks refuge within the protective walls of Notre Dame. However, they soon realize that even these surroundings are hostile, as the kindness shown to them is revealed to be a hidden dagger. The singer feels they will never truly belong in this world and questions their own existence. They turn to a gargoyle, their only confidant, and ponder why they cannot be as resilient as stone, implying the desire for emotional detachment.
The song then transitions into instrumentals, with two guitar solos, enhancing the emotional intensity of the narrative. The mention of laughter from the festival of fools suggests that the singer still hears the echoes of mockery and ridicule from the world below, symbolizing their ongoing torment.
The final section reflects on the historic significance of Notre Dame, as a silent witness to the passage of time. The church stood for ages, holding within it the accumulated knowledge of the world, represented by the holy tomes and flammable pages. However, the gargoyle that stood watch over this monument can no longer protect it, paving the way for its eventual destruction.
The fires that now consume the ancient stone cathedral signify the loss of history and cherished memories. The ringing bells, a symbol of continuity, will cease to sound, indicating that the events unfolding will have a profound and irreversible impact. The lyrics suggest that this catastrophe will change the world forever, leaving behind untold narratives that may never be preserved.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, you thought that you might rule
You were under the illusion that you could gain power and control
They have played you for a fool (A fool!)
They have deceived and manipulated you, making you look foolish
You could never be like them
You could never fit in or be similar to those you seek validation from
Solitude your one true friend
Being alone is your only genuine companion and source of comfort
...you fool
Further emphasizing the foolishness of your actions and beliefs
Can you hear their laughter ring?
Are you able to perceive the mocking laughter directed towards you?
As they crown you king
While they sarcastically proclaim you as their ruler
A king of fools
Acknowledging that you have become the leader of the foolish
King of fools, king of fools
Repeating the title to emphasize your position as the leader of fools
A broken crown, O king
Highlighting the irony of your crown being shattered, symbolizing your failure
Oh, you could never rule
Once again, emphasizing your inability to attain power and control
Hahahaha, you fool! (You fool!)
Mocking and belittling you for your foolishness
I call for sanctuary in the spires of Notre Dame
Seeking refuge and safety in the tall towers of the Notre Dame cathedral
Their kindness was a dagger, I'll never belong
The seemingly compassionate acts towards me were actually harmful, and I will never truly fit in
This world will reject me, this tower is my home
The world outside will always reject me, so I find solace and acceptance within this tower
To my one true friend the gargoyle I ask
Turning to the gargoyle, my only loyal companion, I seek answers and guidance
Why am I not made of stone
Questioning why I am not emotionally numb and unaffected by the pain around me
...made of stone
Reiterating the desire to be emotionally hardened like stone
I still hear their laughter ring
Despite being far away, I can still hear their mocking laughter echoing
From down there in the festival of fools
Their laughter originates from the festival where foolishness and mockery thrive
So long the church has stood
The church has existed for a significant amount of time
A silent witness
Observing events and changes without speaking or intervening
Through the ages
Throughout generations and centuries
All the holy tomes
Referring to the sacred books and writings
the histories, flammable pages
The historical records, vulnerable and prone to destruction by fire
The gargoyle's long watch is no more
The gargoyle's extended period of vigilant observation has come to an end
Now the fires will burn
Now, the fires will ignite and consume
The ancient stone
The aged and enduring stone structures
Of the cathedral
Referring specifically to the Notre Dame cathedral
Now the bells shall ring
Now, the bells will chime and resonate
Nevermore
Never again
Atop the steeple
On the highest point of the cathedral
Now the flames engulf
Now, the flames envelop and consume
The memories
The recollections and reminders of the past
Of long-lost glories
The faded and distant moments of greatness
And who will preserve
And who will safeguard
What was lost
What has been irretrievably gone
The unknown stories
The untold narratives that have vanished
And the world will go on, but forever changed...
The world will continue its existence, but it will be permanently altered
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Written by: John Kevill, Carlos Cruz, Adam Carroll
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