Biography
In 2003, the formation WOLFCHANT was founded in St. Oswald/ Lower Bavaria (Ger.) by the members Lokhi (voc.), Gaahnt (bass), Skaahl (lead guit.) and Norgahd (drums). The band emanated from diverse extreme metal bands, which were left by the members, to advance their individual musical development. On the first demo "The Fangs Of The Southern Death", which was published in 2004, music style was a mixture of gruffy melodic death and dark metal. But in the same year, the band produced another demo called "The Herjan Trilogy" which was the cornerstone for the new style of WOLFCHANT. Henceforth, songwriting has been pushed on a high melodic and hymnic level with a broad spectrum of mood and temper. Due to the very positive feedback on the existing material, WOLFCHANT restarted working on new songs more enthusiastic than ever to finalize times of just making demos. In 2005 the line up was completed with Derrmorh (rh.guit). Heavily laden with new songs they participated different samplers, which attracted attention of diverse record labels who were aiming for partnership. Finally, the deal was arranged with the label CCP Records. Together they are working on the growing success of WOLFCHANT. Thus, CCP Records published WOLFCHANT's self-produced debut "Bloody Tales Of Disgraced Lands" in November 2005. Most of the album's reviews were very positive and a large listenership was adressed. That was followed by numerous gigs and different achievements, e.g. a placement in the "Legacy" magazine's reader charts! Now, the debut is followed by another, even harder and more aggressive blasting long player called "A Pagan Storm". But they still keep their true and incomparable style without repeating themselves- i.a. a result of leaving out keyboards- which are commonly used in this genre- and setting new priorities in celebrating their music. Although "A Pagan Storm" has a more aggressive style it doesn't lack graceful acoustic passages and also traditional instruments like flute, mouth harp and accordion are used to put emphasis on different parts. Most texts on the albums talk about nature, but it was also very important for the band to pick up legends about the nordic mythology which is a very central topic on every song idea. In march 2007 Gaahnt left the band and Nattulv took over his position. In may 2008 Nattulv left the band for time reasons and Bahznar entered the band and took over the bass. With their substantial arranged concept WOLFCHANT surely will convince the pagan, viking and heathen listenership and truely, follow their path consequently.
Ride To Ruhn
Wolfchant Lyrics
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The morning red Is to be seen behind the mountains high
This is called that blood will spilled and some men have to die
Our fate already certain and I'm the chosen one
Now it's in my hand - prepare everything for war
I must ride to Ruhn to meet with Illnar my old friend
He have to help me organize - the Recondition fight
Nobody see or recognize us here in Ruhn town
[Bridge:]
We are riding fast – faster than the wind
Our will is strong - We are not afraid
Not afraid to die - Odin's horde arise
See the power - in - my - eyes
Now finally we arrived – Illnahr is by my side
To the other ones we will go – will tell of our victory
[Chorus:]
Now the time is came and the old fields will awake
We're united now and so much time has past the lands
In the heart of the clan we hid ourselves these days
And soon we will give you the mortal blow
Now the time is came and the old fields will awake
We're united now and so much time has past the lands
All together we will strike in 3 month we are free
We send our prays to Odin
Ride to Ruhn for victory
We will arise the clan must flee
Ride to Ruhn with power and steel
We are here to fight and kill
[II.]
Illnar told me of his planes to bring the clan to fall
I met some of my old friend they are ready too
More thousands of our old soldiers swear me loyalty
I tell them of my father and that he's on the way to Ahrren
Another 1000 of our soldiers come from the Ashwood town
In 3 months in the night we have to finish everything
Than we will meet us with all our soldiers here in Ruhn
The same strike like in Ashwood we will come in the night
Now you all know of our planes Illnar is not by my side
[Bridge:]
We are riding fast – faster than the wind
Our will is strong - We are not afraid
Not afraid to die - Odin's horde arise
See the power - in - my - eyes
Now finally we arrived – Illnahr is by my side
To the other ones we will go – will tell of our victory
[Chorus:]
Now the time is came and the old fields will awake
We're united now and so much time has past the lands
In the heart of the clan we hid ourselves these days
And soon we will give you the mortal blow
Now the time is came and the old fields will awake
We're united now and so much time has past the lands
All together we will strike in 3 month we are free
We send our praise to Odin
Ride to Ruhn for victory
We will arise the clan must flee
Ride to Ruhn with power and steel
We are here to fight and kill
The lyrics to Wolfchant's song "Ride To Ruhn" is about war and the preparations for it. The song is divided into two parts, and the singer speaks about his plans for the upcoming battle. In the first part, the singer speaks about the impending conflict, which is inevitable. He is a soldier who has been chosen to lead the attack and is headed to Ruhn to seek the help of Illnar, an old friend, in preparing for the battle. The singer speaks about educating new troops for the last attack and expresses his determination to fight.
In the second part of the song, the singer provides more details about his plans with Illnar to bring their clan to fall. They have gathered thousands of soldiers who have pledged their loyalty to them. Together, they plan to strike at night and finish everything in three months. They send their prayers to Odin, the god of war, for victory in the battle.
Overall, the song is about the preparation for war, the gathering of forces and the determination to fight for victory. The lyrics have a strong emphasis on loyalty, unity and courage.
Line by Line Meaning
The morning red Is to be seen behind the mountains high
The red sky in the morning signals that blood will be spilled and some men will die in the upcoming war.
Our fate already certain and I'm the chosen one
The singer sees himself as destined to lead his people to victory in the imminent battle.
Now it's in my hand - prepare everything for war
The singer takes it upon himself to make preparations for the coming war.
I must ride to Ruhn to meet with Illnar my old friend
The artist travels to Ruhn to seek help from his friend Illnar in organizing the resistance.
He have to help me organize - the Recondition fight
Illnar must help the artist organize the Recondition fight and train new troops for the upcoming battle.
Nobody see or recognize us here in Ruhn town
The singer and his allies remain unnoticed in Ruhn as they plan their attack.
We are riding fast – faster than the wind
The singer and his cohorts travel quickly and with great urgency towards their goal.
Our will is strong - We are not afraid
The artist and his comrades are full of courage and determination, and do not fear their enemies.
Not afraid to die - Odin's horde arise
The characters are willing to sacrifice themselves for the cause, and believe that the wrath of the gods is on their side.
See the power - in - my - eyes
The artist's gaze reveals his immense strength and determination.
Illnar told me of his planes to bring the clan to fall
Illnar reveals his plan to overthrow the enemy clan to the singer.
I met some of my old friend they are ready too
The artist meets with some old friends who are also prepared to fight for their cause.
Now you all know of our planes Illnar is not by my side
The singer reveals the plan to his comrades, but Illnar is no longer with them.
In 3 months in the night we have to finish everything
The characters set a deadline of three months to launch their attack and defeat their enemies.
Than we will meet us with all our soldiers here in Ruhn
After the initial strike, the characters plan to regroup with the rest of their forces in Ruhn.
The same strike like in Ashwood we will come in the night
The characters will use the same tactic as in Ashwood, launching a surprise attack in the darkness of night.
We are here to fight and kill
The characters are prepared to engage in a violent confrontation and will not hesitate to kill their enemies.
Now the time is came and the old fields will awake
The long-awaited time for the battle has arrived, and the characters are ready to fight.
We're united now and so much time has past the lands
After many struggles and hardships, the characters have finally come together as a united force.
In the heart of the clan we hid ourselves these days
The characters have been in hiding within the enemy clan's territory, waiting for the right moment to strike.
And soon we will give you the mortal blow
The characters plan to deliver a decisive and fatal blow to their enemies in the upcoming battle.
All together we will strike in 3 month we are free
The characters plan to launch a coordinated attack in three months, which they hope will lead to their liberation.
We send our praise to Odin
The characters believe that their actions are justified and that they have the blessings of the gods.
Ride to Ruhn for victory
The characters ride to Ruhn in pursuit of victory in the upcoming battle.
We will arise the clan must flee
The characters plan to rise up against their enemy clan and force them to flee or be defeated.
Ride to Ruhn with power and steel
The characters approach Ruhn with a sense of power and strength, ready to engage in battle.
Contributed by Nora F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.