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March 1999: Released EP "Asgard", containing the famous song, plus an unpublished song "Hagen The Cruel" and two covers: "Tears by the Firelight" (from german Stormwitch) and "Adralmelch" (from Adramelch, Italian cult band of late 80s)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
War After War
White Skull Lyrics
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Secrets and games, deceiving
Fear of the dark
Who wants to play
Winning for me or my country
They lived in the fear of the year
With the conquerors sole domain
For meaning the world in chains
See the fighting
Over and over again
See us dying war after war
With no end
Building hopes and better future
Only lies it's all deception
There's no end
This war stops another starts
This world is full
Of bleeding hearts
Minds with one function
Only destruction
It's the same line over time
It's all mine
They're so blind to see
Power and greed all they see
Make believe and justify
The means
See the fighting
Over and over again
See us dying war after war
With no end
Building hopes and better future
Only lies it's all deception
There's no end
This war stops another starts
This world is full
Of bleeding hearts
Minds with one function
Only destruction
War after war, I can now see
Secrets and games, deceiving
Fear of the dark
Who wants to play
Winning for me or my country
The lyrics to White Skull's "War After War" are a commentary on the horrors of war and the cyclical nature of conflict. The chorus repeats the phrase "See us dying war after war with no end," emphasizing the endless cycle of violence that has plagued humanity throughout history. The verses paint a picture of the deceptive and manipulative tactics used by those in power to justify war and perpetuate the cycle of violence.
The first verse focuses on the fear and mistrust that often accompanies war. The singer notes that the "secrets and games" played by those in power are deceiving, and that the fear of the dark is all too real for those caught in the midst of conflict. The second verse describes the devastating effects of war on ordinary people, and the way that it can reduce even the most vibrant and hopeful communities to lives of misery and hopelessness.
The bridge of the song expresses a sense of disillusionment with the concept of progress and the idea that things will get better over time. The singer notes that building hopes for a better future is often just another form of deception, as war continues to break out despite the best intentions of those trying to create a more peaceful world. The final verse returns to the theme of deception and manipulation, with the singer emphasizing the role that power and greed play in perpetuating war.
Overall, "War After War" is a powerful and sobering reflection on the realities of conflict and the ongoing struggle for peace in a world that seems all too willing to embrace violence.
Line by Line Meaning
War after war, I can now see
The cycle of war is never-ending, and the singer has finally realized it.
Secrets and games, deceiving
War involves a lot of deceit and manipulation behind the scenes, making it much more complicated than it appears on the surface.
Fear of the dark
The unknown and the unseen can be terrifying, and this fear can be exploited in times of war.
Who wants to play
While war may be seen as a game to some, it's a deadly serious one with dire consequences for everyone involved.
Winning for me or my country
The motives for going to war may be personal gain or a desire to see one's country come out on top, but the costs are high no matter what.
They lived in the fear of the year
The constant threat of war was always looming, creating a sense of dread and uncertainty among the people.
With the conquerors sole domain
Those in power have the ability to shape the world to their liking, and this can be a dangerous thing.
Lives so demeaning all screaming
The toll of war is devastating, reducing people's lives to something less than human and causing endless suffering.
For meaning the world in chains
The desire for power and control has led to the imprisonment of the world, trapping it in a never-ending cycle of war and destruction.
See the fighting
The violence of war is starkly visible, with soldiers and civilians alike caught in the crossfire.
Over and over again
The repetition of war is exhausting and demoralizing, with no end in sight.
See us dying war after war
The ultimate cost of war is countless lives lost, with each new conflict adding to an already staggering death toll.
With no end
The cycle of war seems to have no termination point, making it feel like a never-ending nightmare.
Building hopes and better future
The stated aim of many wars is to create a better world, but this is often used as a pretext for more nefarious activities.
Only lies it's all deception
The reality of war is often the opposite of its stated goals, with deception and manipulation being the norm rather than the exception.
This war stops another starts
Even when one war ends, it's often just a prelude to another, perpetuating the cycle of violence.
This world is full
The world is permeated by war and its attendant horrors, leaving little room for anything else.
Of bleeding hearts
The compassion and empathy that make us human are being drained away by the constant trauma and violence of war.
Minds with one function
The single-minded pursuit of power and control has become the only goal for many people involved in war.
Only destruction
The ultimate outcome of war is destruction and devastation, leaving nothing but ruin in its wake.
Contributed by Eva A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.