1. A German Power Metal ban… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists named Wizard.
1. A German Power Metal band, formed in 1989
2. A Producer / DJ / Beatmaker from Hastings, Britain
3. A Japanese visual-kei band. See Ｗｉｚａｒｄ for more info.
1. Wizard is a German Power Metal band, formed in 1989 by the drummer Sören van Heek. The band was often called "Germany's answer to Manowar". On some albums the lyrics are about battles, metal, war and steel. The exception were the albums Odin, which is a concept album about Norse mythology, Goochan which is a fantasy story about a witch (written by Volker Leson and author William B. Nuke), Thor which is also about north mythology and ... of wariwulfs and bluotvarwes which is about vampires and werewolfs (written by Wizard and Andre Wiesler, German author).
Wizard played at Wacken Open Air 2002, Bang Your Head!!! 2002, Keep It True 2004, Dokk'em Open Air 2006, Magic Circle Festival 2009 and is in the 2012 line-up of Hammerfest IV. In 2003 longtime guitarist Michael Maass quit the band because of health problems. In 2006 the band left the label Limb Music after four albums and joined the somewhat bigger label Massacre Records with a new album in mind to be released in January 27, 2007, titled Goochan. On may 18th, 2007, Michael Maass returned to the band after a three-year break. The band's 2009 album Thor received a positive review from The Pit reviewer Frank Heise, who praised "The Visitor" as the best track on it.
The band's 2011 album ...Of Wariwulfs and Bluotvarwes received a positive review from SLUG Magazine reviewer Dylan Chadwick noting that "well trodden, and admittedly formulaic, it's a resoundingly competent platter of steel-willed, fist pounding heavy metal that'll satisfy the most voracious headbanger's hunger."
Uruk-Hai
Wizard Lyrics
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For the kingdom of the shadows
Our black lord commands us to fight
To kill and destroy
We are uruk � hai our kind will survive
Thousands of battles in blood
Now we are here with fire and steel
We raise the flag of destruction
We raise the banner of pain
We're riding for the darkness
Death at our side
Demons and dark hordes
Like brothers we will ride
Our shields will not break
Our swords smelling blood
Muscles strong as a tree
Now we are here, the black lord calls
Middle earth must fall
The lust for slaughter in our eyes
We won't die of hunger
Your flesh our bread your blood our wine
Make your last sign the first one is mine
We raise the flag of destruction
We raise the banner of pain
We're riding for the darkness
Warriors at our side
Are demons and dark hordes
Like brothers we will ride
The lyrics of Wizard's song Uruk-Hai depict the battle cry of the fictional Uruk-Hai warriors from J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth universe. The Uruk-Hai are a breed of orcs created by Saruman, and they serve as his army against the forces of good. The opening lines of the song, "Run for your life, (or) are you ready to die for the kingdom of the shadows", boldly declare the ruthlessness of the Uruk-Hai's attack. They are commanded by their black lord to fight, kill, and destroy, and nothing will stand in their way.
The Uruk-Hai are depicted as a formidable force with a lust for slaughter in their eyes. The lines "Our shields will not break, our swords smelling blood, muscles strong as a tree" paint a picture of a relentless and powerful army. They ride together with demons and dark hordes like brothers, united in their mission to conquer Middle-earth. The chorus repeats that they raise the flag of destruction and the banner of pain, driving home the message that their attack is relentless and merciless.
The song is a powerful ode to the Uruk-Hai and their brutal nature. It depicts them as an unstoppable force with a singular mission to conquer and destroy. The lyrics serve as a reminder of the fictional battles that take place in Middle-earth and the epic struggle between good and evil.
Line by Line Meaning
Run for your life, (or) are you ready to die
Are you willing to risk your life in this battle or are you already resigned to death?
For the kingdom of the shadows
We fight for the realm of darkness, where our lord reigns supreme.
Our black lord commands us to fight
Our master has ordered us to engage in this battle and emerge victorious.
To kill and destroy
Our mission is to decimate our enemies and leave nothing standing.
We are uruk – hai, our kind will survive
As fierce warriors, we will endure and outlast even the toughest battles.
Thousands of battles in blood
Our history is one of unrelenting warfare and countless victories marked by spilled blood.
Now we are here with fire and steel
We have arrived, armed and ready to lay waste to our foes with fire and metal.
To all the free folks, 'you will kneel'!
We vow to strike fear into even the bravest hearts and force them to submit to our power.
We raise the flag of destruction
Our standard is a symbol of chaos and destruction, inspiring fear and awe in our enemies.
We raise the banner of pain
The sight of our banner warns of the agony and torment we bring to those who dare to stand against us.
We're riding for the darkness
Our allegiance is to the shadows and the forces of evil we serve.
Death at our side
With the specter of death looming over us, we fight with renewed vigor and brutality.
Demons and dark hordes
We are accompanied by other monstrous and malevolent beings, who fight beside us as brothers.
Like brothers we will ride
We are united in our mission and loyalty to our master, and we ride into battle as one.
Our shields will not break
Our defenses are impenetrable and will not falter under the fiercest attacks.
Our swords smelling blood
Our blades are thirsty for blood, and we relish in the chance to spill it in battle.
Muscles strong as a tree
Our physical strength is immense, and we are unbreakable like a tree trunk.
Now we are here, the black lord calls
We have come at the behest of our lord, and we will not fail him.
Middle earth must fall
Our mission is to conquer and subjugate all of Middle Earth to the will of our master.
The lust for slaughter in our eyes
Our desire to kill and destroy is palpable and unbridled, visible in our bloodshot and crazed eyes.
We won't die of hunger
Our victory is assured, and we will not be deprived of the spoils of battle.
Your flesh our bread, your blood our wine
We will feast upon the remains of our fallen enemies, and their blood will be as sweet as the finest wine.
Make your last sign the first one is mine
We will strike the final blow to our enemies, and they will know that they have lost before they die.
Warriors at our side
We are surrounded by other formidable fighters, who share our bloodlust and violent nature.
Are demons and dark hordes
Our companions in battle are other sinister and malevolent creatures, who fight beside us as allies.
Contributed by Alice Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Viking Hammer
I remember this beautiful song from the days when i first discovered Metal around 14-15 years old. What a great song and memories, thanks Wizard!