There are at least 7 artists named Warlord:
1) 80s Power Metal
2) 90s… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 7 artists named Warlord:
1) 80s Power Metal
2) 90s Doomcore (sludge?)
3) 90s-00s Chip/Demoscene/Metal musician
4) 70s Doom Metal/Heavy Psych
5) Rock band from UK.
6) Rapper
7) British RAC band
8) An NSBM project from the USA, formed by Werewolf SS.

1) Warlord is one of those little known bands who should have earned much more fame. Their first album "Deliver us" was published in the early '80s (1983) and it was enough, along with "And The Cannons Of Destruction Have Begun" that followed with only few more new songs, to make them a historical metal band of the early US power metal scene. The style is progressive, melodic heavy metal of exceptional inspiration and great musical talent. Standout tracks are "Winter Tears", "Child of the Damned", "Black Mass", and the monumental "Lucifer's Hammer". The vocals are very melodic which contrasts with the heavy rythym and guitar riffs. Guitar playing is very solid with technical solos. Songs are well constructed and carry a deep, strong feeling. It is a shame that they never really got the attention that they deserved. Nevertheless, their drummer, Thunder Child, made a great career-he is actually, Mark Zonder of Fates Warning. Metal fans who appreciate epic and early power scene should not miss them!
Recently, in the year 2002, Destroyer (guitarist W.Tsamis) returned with M.Zonder (drums, of course) and J.Cans (vocals) and published Warlord's "Rising Out From The Ashes". And the legendary Warlord proved again the dark power of epic metal...

2) Warlord came along in the mid to late 90's and only had two releases on Solid State Records. The first was a self titled EP containing four songs released in 1997.
The second was titled Rock The Foe Hammer and was released in 1999. They broke up shortly after the second release. Their musical style has been labeled as "doomcore".

3) Warlord is a Finnish chiptune/demoscene/metalscene artist Warlord (1997->).

4) Warlord were active in the 1970's. They were from the UK, and they played heavy doom metal with progressive and psychedelic elements. Their only official release is a self-titled compilation album from 2002.

5) Warlord is a rapper from the West Coast and rode with Death Row Records
http://www.pr-inside.com/warlord-former-death-row-rapper-exclusive-interview-r1782272.htm

6) Warlord is a British RAC band featuring former Skrewdriver guitarist Stigger on vocals. Albums include "Theatre of War" and "Ascension". The style is hard rock/metal.

Beginning/Lucifer's Hammer
Warlord Lyrics

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It comes through the heavens, on a mission from hell
A force of destruction, that nothing can repel
A story is born that no one will live to tell

The obliteration of man, now encased in its shell
At the push of a button, we all will go to hell
Who will be left to toll the funeral bell . . .

The Hammer will Fall on you!
The Hammerwill Fall on you!

Devastation, destruction of all the nations
Annihilation, clouding of all the skies
Raise the dead from their graves, and throw in yourselves and hide

Save us - from ourselves
Save us - from ourselves
Save us - from ourselves

Save us - from ourselves
Save us . . .

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of Warlord's song "Beginning/Lucifer's Hammer" describe a force that is powerful and invincible. The song speaks about a destructive force that comes from hell with a clear mission to annihilate everything in its path. This force is seen as a symbol of death and destruction that can never be repelled. The lyrics paint a picture of hopelessness and despair as the story of the end of the world is born without any witnesses to tell the tale.

The last few lines of the song speak about the coming of the hammer, which will bring destruction and devastation to all. It is portrayed as an apocalyptic force that will push humanity towards their ultimate doom. The song speaks of the obliteration of mankind and how no one will be left to toll the funeral bell. The final lines ask for salvation from ourselves, revealing that the hammer is a result of our own mess and destructive tendencies.

Line by Line Meaning

It comes through the heavens, on a mission from hell
A destructive force is descending from the skies, seemingly controlled by the devil

A force of destruction, that nothing can repel
This force is unstoppable and will cause massive destruction

A story is born that no one will live to tell
This event will be so cataclysmic that nobody will survive to recount it

The obliteration of man, now encased in its shell
Humanity will be destroyed, with no escape or way to prevent it

At the push of a button, we all will go to hell
The creation and deployment of this force is entirely in human hands, leading to their own destruction

Who will be left to toll the funeral bell . . .
There will be nobody left to mourn the loss of humanity

The Hammer will Fall on you!
A warning that this destruction is imminent and will come to pass

The Hammerwill Fall on you!
The repetition emphasizes the severity of this warning

Devastation, destruction of all the nations
The destruction will be widespread and effect all nations of the world

Annihilation, clouding of all the skies
The air itself will be polluted or otherwise disrupted by this destruction

Raise the dead from their graves, and throw in yourselves and hide
The singer suggests that there will be no escape from this destruction, even in death

Save us - from ourselves
A plea for some outside intervention or aid to prevent humanity from destroying itself

Save us . . .
A continuation of the plea for help, acknowledging the desperate need for salvation

Contributed by Eli L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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