In 1991, after the r… Read Full Bio ↴White Skull takes life at the end of the Eighties.
In 1991, after the recording of its first demo-tape, White Skull was noticed by the audience and the specialized Italian metal press. The band started a live-promotion in order to increase its own experience. In May 1994, WS released their second demo entitled "Save the Planet", which received excellent reviews.
Excellent reviews and extensive live appearances brought the band in touch with a few Italian labels. However, their music was considered "not suitable for the market"… thus, the guys were asked to change sound and music style. Being fond of classical Heavy Metal and followers of bands like Iron Maiden, Helloween, Scorpions, Black Sabbath and Saxon, the Skulls decided to go on with their type of music, because of their belief in true Metal life-style. White Skull then contributed to two Heavy Metal compilation:
* "Nightpieces 4" (in January 1995) and "Area Sismica" (in June 1995).
* "Area Sismica" (June 1995) – A.M. Songs et Music di Valdagno (Vi).
June 1995: White Skull signs with Underground Symphony
November 1995: Released "I Won’t Burn Alone" (Underground Symphony), first band's album
March 1997: Released "Embittered" (Underground Symphony). Special guest is singer Folco Orlandini (Mesmerize - Time Machine)
May 1997: Guitar player Max Faccio leaves the band, replaced by BB Nick Savio in November 1997. (two other guitarists temporarily played for the band: Pino Sicari from May to August, Lele Pretto from September to November)
March 1999: Released EP "Asgard", containing the famous song, plus an unpublished song "Hagen The Cruel" and two covers: "Tears by the Firelight" (from german Stormwitch) and "Adralmelch" (from Adramelch, Italian cult band of late 80s)
July 26th, 1999: Released "Tales From The North" (Nuclear Blast for the world, Underground Symphony for Italy). Chris Boltendahl (Grave Digger) sings as special guest for this album.
August 28th, 2000: Released “Public Glory, Secret Agony” (Breaker Records/Nuclear Blast)
February 2001: Federica "Sister" De Boni leaves the band due to personal problems. One month later the band decides to get a male singer: Gustavo "Gus" Gabarrò from Argentina. He soon records with the band and appears for the first time in a live performance with White Skull on the 7th April 2001, in Germany.
August 26th, 2002: Released "The Dark Age" (Frontiers Records)
December 2002: Guitarist BB Nick leaves the band because of his growing interest in his side-projects; he is soon replaced by Danilo Bar.
September 2003: Bassist Fabio Pozzato leaves the band, soon replaced by Fabio Manfroi, from Brasil.
February 2004: Fabrio Manfroi leaves the band.
May 3rd, 2004: New album published: The XIII Skull, on Frontiers Records.
October 23rd, 2004: Steve Balocco becomes the new White Skull bassplayer.
After album release the band had to cancel a lot of shows due to health problems of the vocalist. During this stop the band wrote a lot of new songs and they came back into the studio at the end of 2005 in order to record an album entitled “The Ring of the Ancients” based on the Celtic’s stories.
Recorded at Remaster Studio Vicenza, this Cd arose the interest of DragonHeart Records which signed the band to a multi-album deal.
The brand new album “The Ring of the Ancients” is heavier than ever, White Skull music goes straight to the heart and soul of the MetalBangers! I
In the January 2007 the vocalist Gus Gabarrò left the band due to work problems and White Skull announced they are back to a female singer, the real peculiarity of the band.
The new Singer of White Skull is Elisa "Over" De Palma, a true Valkyrie of Heavy Metal! The band is actually recording the new album entitled "Forever Fight" released by DragonHeart Records/SPV, with new bass player Gio Raddi and the new keybords player Alessio Lucatti.
The cd is was released in March 2009 and since then the band started the "Metal Axes Tour" to promote it, with various concerts around Italy.
On May 1st, 2010 the band announced that keyboardist Alex Lucatti was forced to leave the group due to "work problems"
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Discography
* 1995 – I Won't Burn Alone
* 1997 – Embittered
* 1999 – Asgard
* 1999 – Tales from the North
* 2000 – Public Glory, Secret Agony
* 2002 – The Dark Age
* 2004 – The XIII Skull
* 2006 - The Ring of the Ancients
* 2009 - Forever Fight
Valhalla
White Skull Lyrics
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Where only souls of the brave may rest in peace
But someone among them had the skill of deceit
And raised the hand that would open the road to Hell
[CHORUS]
When the winds of Valhalla run cold
Be sure that the blood will start to flow
Valhalla
The ring has been broken and a soul must be saved
Among the bravest of men, who rides to Hell
The longships are sailing and the chariots ride
And yes the anger of Thor will serve you well
[CHORUS]
Raise your hands
Reach and Valhalla will save your soul
Raise your eyes
And Odin will lead us on
They say that history repeats itself
Upon the year of the seventh Century
Well nobody knows no you never can tell
So you'd better run now and hide away
[CHORUS]
The lyrics of White Skull's song "Valhalla" seem to have a strong connection with Norse mythology. The opening lines of the song refer to the Kingdom of Odin, which is considered to be the home of the Gods. Only the bravest of souls are allowed to rest in peace there. However, there is a twist in the story - someone amongst them had the talent for deception and raised the hand that would pave the way to Hell. From this point in the song, we come to know that the winds of Valhalla can grow cold, and when they do, the blood starts to flow.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "When the winds of Valhalla run cold, be sure that the blood will start to flow." This suggests an impending war or battle between the brave souls who reside in the eternal kingdom, a battle that is expected to end in bloodshed. The next verse of the song speaks of a broken ring and the need to save a soul belonging to one of the bravest of men. The ships sail, and the chariots ride, and the anger of Thor serves as a weapon of justice.
Towards the end, the lyrics take on a more ominous tone. The singer warns that history repeats itself, and in the seventh century, something dreadful happened that nobody knows about. In a way, the song is a cautionary tale that one never knows what unexpected events might occur in life. The mention of hiding away suggests that sometimes it might be better not to take the risk and stay safe.
Line by Line Meaning
The Kingdom of Odin is the Kingdom of Gods
The afterlife realm ruled by Norse god Odin is exclusively for the souls of the brave, honored as deities themselves
Where only souls of the brave may rest in peace
Only courageous warrior spirits are granted access to this divine paradise where they can finally find peace
But someone among them had the skill of deceit
One of these brave souls was a master of deception
And raised the hand that would open the road to Hell
With this treachery, they paved the way for others to end up in the afterlife realm of Hel instead of Valhalla
When the winds of Valhalla run cold
When the times are tough and harsh, and fate seems against one's favor
Be sure that the blood will start to flow
Violence and death are not far behind, as battles and conflicts intensify
The ring has been broken and a soul must be saved
A precious item or tradition has been destroyed, and someone's soul is in danger
Among the bravest of men, who rides to Hell
Even the most fearless and heroic warriors may end up in the infernal realm
The longships are sailing and the chariots ride
The armies of the afterlife prepare for battle, with their war vehicles at the ready
And yes the anger of Thor will serve you well
The strong and fierce power of the thunder god Thor can be harnessed for one's advantage
Raise your hands
Show respect and honor to the gods and the afterlife realm of Valhalla
Reach and Valhalla will save your soul
Strive to be brave and righteous in life, and your soul will be rewarded with the eternal bliss of Valhalla
Raise your eyes
Look ahead and have faith in the leadership of Odin and the gods
And Odin will lead us on
Odin's wisdom and guidance will help warriors achieve victory and glory
They say that history repeats itself
There is a common belief that past events and patterns of behavior will recur
Upon the year of the seventh Century
A specific time in history is referenced, likely for a specific reason or relevance to the song's message
Well nobody knows no you never can tell
There is a great deal of uncertainty and unpredictability in the future, as well as in interpreting the past
So you'd better run now and hide away
It may be best to avoid conflict and danger, or at least prepare for it by retreating and regrouping
Contributed by Andrew P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.