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.
The Path
Wolfchant Lyrics
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My fingers are touching stones millions of years they are old.
The spirit of this old place increases the power in me.
Nature is the real god the reason for our existence.
As long as my heart will pound
And as long I can breath.
As long as I stand like a man
That's the way I have to go
My chosen path.
With pride and honour I fight
For the glory of my gods.
My conviction, my destiny
I have the heart of a wolf
Please bring me back home again
I'm standing in a valley
My heart touched by the wind.
The aura of trees in my nose
The same like thousand years before.
The magic of this moment
Unique an incomparable.
Nature is the real god
And the reason for our life.
As long as my heart will pound
And as long I can breath.
As long as I stand like a man
I will never forgive.
As long as I'm a warrior
And as long I can fight.
As long as I'm wild like a wolf
Nobody will tame me.
A raging beast is unleashed
And sharp are its fangs.
It is coming to you
Take care and prepare.
That's the way I have to go
My chosen path.
With pride and honour I fight
For the glory of my gods.
My conviction, my destiny
I have the heart of a wolf
Please bring me back home again
In "The Path," Wolfchant poetically describes an emotional connection to nature and the ancient spirits inhabiting it. The singer conveys an almost spiritual experience, standing atop a mountain and feeling the power of this old place coursing through them. The idea that nature is the "real god" is reinforced by the reference to millions-year-old stones and the belief that it is the reason for our existence. The singer then moves to a valley, and the poetry continues as trees' aura touches their heart, taking them back to a time long before theirs. The pride and honor of being a warrior are also highlighted in the lines, "That's the way I have to go / My chosen path." They fight not necessarily for themselves but for the glory of their gods.
The lyrics fiercely exert that the singer will not forgive, and nobody can tame them as long as they breathe, stand, and fight. The lyricist convincingly suggests a connection between the warrior's spirit and that of the wolf, portending danger to people who would like to challenge this individual. As the song progresses, the anger and fierceness are unleashed like a raging beast with sharp fangs, warning anyone who dares confront the warrior. It is a battle cry not to be taken lightly.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm standing on top of a mountain my face against the wind.
I am standing atop a mountain, feeling the strength of the wind on my face.
My fingers are touching stones millions of years they are old.
I am touching stones that have been around for millions of years.
The spirit of this old place increases the power in me.
The spirit of this ancient place gives me strength and power.
Nature is the real god the reason for our existence.
Nature is the true deity, the reason behind human existence.
As long as my heart will pound
As long as my heart beats,
And as long I can breath.
And as long as I can breathe,
As long as I stand like a man
As long as I stand tall and proud,
I will never forgive.
I will never forget.
That's the way I have to go
That is the path I have chosen,
My chosen path.
The path I have decided to take.
With pride and honour I fight
I fight with pride and honor,
For the glory of my gods.
In the name of my deities.
My conviction, my destiny
My faith and fate,
I have the heart of a wolf
I have the strength and ferocity of a wolf,
Please bring me back home again
Return me to my true self.
I'm standing in a valley
Now I am in a valley,
My heart touched by the wind.
Feeling the wind in my heart.
The aura of trees in my nose
The scent of trees fills my senses.
The same like thousand years before.
Just as it has been for centuries.
The magic of this moment
The enchantment of this instant,
Unique an incomparable.
Unequaled and unmatchable.
As long as I'm a warrior
As long as I am a fighter,
And as long I can fight.
And as long as I have the strength to fight,
As long as I'm wild like a wolf
As long as I am fierce like a wolf,
Nobody will tame me.
No one can bring me under their control.
A raging beast is unleashed
An untamed creature is released,
And sharp are its fangs.
Its teeth are sharp and deadly.
It is coming to you
It is coming for you,
Take care and prepare.
Be ready and take caution.
Contributed by Eliana E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lucifero Stella di Rubino
As long I can fight,
As long I can breathe,
As long I can stand like a man,
I will NEVER forgive!
As long as I'm a warrior,
As long I can fight,
As long as I'm like a wolf,
NOBODY WILL TAME MEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!
JOHN
The whole album is a masterpiece!
EspritDeBottineQc
That's a great album !!!!
char0n01
There needs to be more followers. Extremely underrated
WOLF
If it has wolf in its name, it's good
Weeping Willow
good stuff