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Subject: Astaarth
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mielikki 24.08.09 - 05:31am
SOUND - folk black metal
LYRICAL THEMES - Burgundian history, national pride
ORIGIN - Dijon, France
FORMED - 1996
CURRENT LINEUP
Lord Moloch - Vocals
Lord Gondebaud - Guitar, bass, drums, keyboards
Frank Hugenin - Hurdygurdy
Quentin Gallemard - Accordion, bagpipes
Alline Dumont - Violin
Amelic Lambert - Flute
Etienne Roy - Mouth harp
Yolene Delalande - Vocals
FORMER MEMBERS
Darkskarth - Keyboards
Raph - Guitar
Drahcir - Bas*
Nounours - Drums
Lord Astaroth - Guitar
Happekka - Drums
DISCOGRAPHY
History Of Our Yesterday's Pride demo - 1998
Golden Age Of A Dead Empire - 2002
Gloria Burgundia - 2007 *
mielikki 24.08.09 - 05:53am
GLORIA BURGUNDIA
Written by BM_DM
Really, I'm not quite sure how to categorize a band that features the spoons as an instrument. Yes, spoons, and high in the mix too
So, Gloria Burgundia has harsh vocals, blastbeats, dueling melodic guitars, orthodox black metal strumming, symphonic keyboards, accordion, mouth harp, banjo, clean singing, more spoons, plus lots of whooping, clapping, shouting and a hoedown to round things off, and that's just the track Vae Victis, although bare in mind it is a little over 9 minutes long, there is plenty of time to fit it all in
Normally, this kind of wanton eclecticism would have me reaching for the eject b*tton within seconds, but I have to say that I found myself enjoying this release more every time I hear it
You'll find yourself spending most of your first listen wondering what they'll do next. Whilst I think it fair to say that you have to be in the right mood to get along with this release, it is a refreshingly honest and forthright performance that simply wins the listener over, and everyone seems to be enjoying themselves enormously. I imagine an Astaarth show would be a riot!
Tr00 and kvlt it isn't, but open ears will be rewarded
7.5 out of 10
TRACKLIST
1. Our Beloved Country
2. Vae Victis
3. Gloria Burgundia
4. The Victorious March
5. Acknowledge And Mysteries
6. When The Golden Fleece Blazed
7. Call Of My Ancestors *
borae 24.08.09 - 06:08am
Spoons Whooping and hoedown
id be hovering over the eject b*tton too at first, still, if it works, it breaks new ground for me *
iilmadme 24.08.09 - 06:13am
Lol that sounds well strange *
mielikki 24.08.09 - 06:14am
It's definately odd Awesome though *
iilmadme 24.08.09 - 06:55am
Actually it sounds quite fun,i mite like it.My mom used to play banjo in a band Lol *
mancmike 25.08.09 - 01:50am
its some good metal strange but good, but imnot sure about them being from france lol *
byakko 25.08.09 - 02:07am
I need to hear this!I love odd sounding bands,and this qualifies,im sure *
6anakin6 25.08.09 - 02:33am
i like the sound of the description the combo of instruments make for an interestingly sounding band and another 1 for me 2 check out i dont know anythn of burgundian history tho methinks i have more studying 2 do :) *
whitewae 28.08.09 - 08:29am
i love eclectic..was once obsessed with gypsies lol,i have a feelin i wd enjoy their music. *
acideath 29.08.09 - 08:29am
Im all about the hoe downs *
mielikki 29.08.09 - 08:53am This is such a cool album *
andy_666 31.08.09 - 01:04pm
im gonna check this band out NOW! Lol *
borae 9.09.09 - 11:07pm
Now, i know the name Damon Albarn wont mean much to many of you, but i was sat in quiet pondering, and i realised Astaarth remind me of to a movie called ''Ravenous'' which he scored, not saying they sound alike, just they have similar unconventional feeling to them *
borae 11.09.09 - 06:53pm
Mayhave been a vocal, odd if it was, im going to dig it out and put it on to find out
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mielikki 16.09.09 - 11:50pm
Interesting Borae
I'm hooked on the album. Getting better and better each time I hear it *
darkxn 19.09.09 - 04:21pm
I LIKE!!! Thanx 4 the samplz...! *
drkhrse9 19.09.09 - 10:18pm
Band wth a unique style, gna ave 2 chk thm out 2 i think :D *
mielikki 20.09.09 - 07:58am
Interview by Seb, 2009
Hi Lord Moloch, before anything can you introduce us to Astaarth and give a brief history?
The date of formation of the group was back in 1996. After various changes of members and the release of a demo called History Of Our Yesterday's Pride and an alb*m called Golden Age Of A Dead Empire. In 2007, the group consists of 8 members. That same year we released Gloria Burgundia
You released in 2007 your latest alb*m entitled Gloria Burgundia. Can you please tell us about it? I imagine that putting this alb*m up has been complicated?
The alb*m contains 7 tracks of Burgundian Pagan black metal. It is a mixture of symphonic black metal with folk music traditionally of Bourguignonne using traditional instruments as well as male and female choruses. Yes, it was a hell of a job which took us a year, but the result was worth it
The artwork is beautiful. Who made it?
It is the work of a graphic designer of Blood Fire Death. He knew what we wanted
What were some reviews like?
As always, good and bad reviews, but overall it is rather positive. Some columnists did not understand our approach on the concept of Burgundy or the music though
How many copies have been sold now?
I do not know exactly how many, but the alb*m sold around 1000 copies from my side and we traded and gave away a few hundred. On the side of the label, Marco told me that he also sold well on his side
How did the encounter and collaboration with the label Blood Fire Death start?
We met Marco at Ragnarok Festival 3 years ago. We became friends and the following year he came to spend several days in Dijon
Has a new alb*m been written?
Not yet, just a few lyrics
Where is Baphomet's Throne?
Baphomet's Throne is a parallel project, nothing is planned ahead with this group. This is done when you have free time. 3 new tracks written, but no record date is expected
What are you listening to right now and what are the groups that you advise us to listen to?
Right now I am listening to the live Schandmaul, the new Arkona, Menhir, Finsterforst, Skyforger, Sear Bliss and many more. I listen to so many different groups. Let's say my top 10 bands would be
Nokturnal Mortum, Arkona, Therion, Emperor, Limbonic Art, Darkthrone, Skyforger, Eluveitie, Morbid Angel and Orphaned Land
The last word is yours
Thank you to you for this interview. Listen to Gloria Burgundia. Support the scene. VIVE LA BOURGOGNE! *
mielikki 22.09.09 - 12:45am
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mielikki 16.03.10 - 05:24pm
Just had an urge to listen to this alb*m 
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byakko 30.03.10 - 02:42pm
I'm definitely liking them from the bits I heard.Very weird and strangely French-sounding *
mielikki 30.03.10 - 10:00pm
Gloria Burgundia *
mielikki 31.03.10 - 09:49am
I had to compress them to fit, but decent enough quality Byakko. You have this alb*m in your email waiting *
rokidol 1.04.10 - 01:50am
Lmao @ spoons ! : ) Reminds me of a gig i used to play there was an old guy played the spoons and we used to get him up to jam with us lol ! But like the sound of this band ! *
rokidol 1.04.10 - 02:11am
lol just had a listen ! Mvst have a listen to more on a decent player instead of my tinny little phone ! : ) *
d.boon 1.04.10 - 03:50am
They sound bizzare but interesting *
rokidol 2.04.10 - 03:40pm
Im enjoying them more with every listen : ) *
bby_g 30.05.10 - 04:16am
I find this band quiet different having a listen to a few tracks now, it will take a bit of getting used to i think. Not a favourite but worthwhile listening to some more. *
mielikki 30.05.10 - 07:47am
They are an odd band and not everyone's thing *
mielikki 18.07.10 - 05:56am
Did you listen to it again? *
aenglisc 18.07.10 - 01:36pm
Gloria is on my mp3 player, but if im honest, it doesnt get much attention. .nothing i find off putting . .just kind of over shadowed by others *
mielikki 23.07.10 - 10:47pm
GLORIA BURGUNDIA
Like the night falling on the plain,
our dukedom was annexed,
to a country it was attached,
in spite of a desperate resistance
Like only one man,
your troops will rise.
Descended of the Dukes Of Occident,
in order to give back to our country,
honour and pride,
honour and pride
Gloria Burgundia.
Hope will revive.
Gloria Burgundia.
Of your chains you'll set free.
Gloria Burgundia.
Independance you will find back
Like a sun came back from nothing,
our dukedom will finally be delivered.
Centuries of suffering ended,
the splendour of our glorious past,
on our memories forever engraved.
Put together in the country,
we will make history again,
proud of our past glory
Gloria Burgundia
Masters of our destiny,
we are proud to be born here.
Masters of our destiny,
we are proud to be born here
Gloria Burgundia.
Faithful forever.
Gloria Burgundia.
For your endless glory
Gloria Burgundia.
We will be the defenders.
Gloria Burgundia.
Against all invaders.
Gloria Burgundia.
Keep the boundaries
Gloria Burgundia.
Of a thousand year old country.
Gloria Burgundia.
In which we live.
Gloria Burgundia.
History is just beginning
Like the night falling on the plain,
our dukedom was annexed,
to a country it was attached,
in spite of a desperate resistance.
Like only one man,
your troops will rise.
Descended of the Dukes Of Occident,
in order to give back to our country,
honour and pride,
honour and pride
Gloria Burgundia
Like a sun came back from nothing,
our dukedom will be finally delivered.
Centuries of suffering ended,
the splendour of your glorious past *
aenglisc 24.07.10 - 09:00pm
Centuries of suffering ended the splender of our glorious past. On our memories forever engraved. . .
i like those words *
mielikki 24.07.10 - 09:10pm
Love them too. . On another track they sing
We are nor French,
nor another nationality.
We are Burgundians,
above all *
aenglisc 24.07.10 - 09:14pm
Very prideful. Inspiring in a way *
mielikki 24.07.10 - 09:23pm
The alb*m just gets better and better for me. The vocal style was a tad off putting to begin with *
aenglisc 24.07.10 - 09:28pm
Yeah. I remember, probably part of why its not had much play. .but ive not erased it from the ipod, which must mean something *
mielikki 24.07.10 - 09:33pm
Give it plenty of time to sink in *
aenglisc 24.07.10 - 09:53pm
Ill have to. Ive got a fair few to get through *
aenglisc 24.07.10 - 09:58pm
I tend t play a single new cd over and over f a day or so before moving on. Oddly *
mielikki 29.07.10 - 12:12am
You should do that for Astaarth *
aenglisc 29.07.10 - 12:23am
will do *
aenglisc 29.07.10 - 12:30am
I hve the alb*m on my ipod, i go find it and charge it for morning before i drop *
mielikki 29.07.10 - 12:33am
Sounds like a plan *
mielikki 29.07.10 - 12:48am
WHEN THE GOLDEN FLEECE BLAZED
In distant times,
in the history of our country,
when our dukedom lived,
free and independent,
Burgundy was the most,
powerful country in Europe.
In 1430 the year of grace,
an order was created
By our Duke Phillpe,
our golden fleece was born,
on the legend of Jason it was based,
carried by our valiant knights
On all fronts,
it was glorified
When the golden fleece blazed,
Burgundy was free.
When the golden fleece blazed,
Burgundy lived with honour
On all fronts,
it was glorified
Charles Le Te Me Raire,
ever in his last battle,
wore it with courage.
Charles Quint worshipped it *
aenglisc 29.07.10 - 08:16pm
Its actualy quite good, regardles of what t me is the main vocal sounding like a drunked gremlin. .
not as off putting as it would be a year or so back. .itd be stranger without it.
the alb*m has a great opening with bird song abruptly interupted by the chaos of battle. .
quite a mix of vocal style, not sure what song im up to, but Turisas came t mind,
maybe cause i read theyre playing at nebworth and i cant aford the trip, or that this track seems heavy on accourdian and ''hey-hey's''. Those in general i find it hard to identify a sound with the correct instrument, i will be giving it further listens *
mielikki 30.07.10 - 01:53am
Epinette? Sounds like a mix between bagpipe and a kazoo? Hehe *
6anakin6 30.07.10 - 11:20pm
Far out i still havent checked this band out yet! However i will make more of an effort and even to make more replies and topics here. *
aenglisc 31.07.10 - 03:02pm
well done. Not the only one, ive been laps or the replies front from the start, just never have much t say *
mielikki 1.08.10 - 06:00am
OUR BELOVED COUNTRY
In this great country we are born,
cradled by these enchanted rivers,
these wonderful lands and dark forests,
that a cold winter come to caress.
In our vineyards grow some grapes,
that give a marvelous wine,
pride of all the people,
symbol of our rich land
To be Burgundian,
we are proud.
To be Burgundian,
we are proud.
To be Burgundian,
we are proud
Our beloved country,
one day was forced,
by terror and slaughter,
to join a country who without shame,
took most of our land.
Resistance was fierce,
terrible was the repression,
for our ancestors who fought,
to keep their freedom
Since that day we've lived,
under the pressure of a nation,
but secretly we prepare, [b] our Independance Day.
For the memory of our ancestors,
who died for our land,
we'll fight with courage,
until the day when our banner,
will fly once more on our land
Proud of our ancestors,
who defended with honour,
the independence of our land
We are nor French,
nor another nationality.
We are Burgundians,
above all
In this great country we will die,
on this land we will lie.
Our children will fight in their turn, [b] for the freedom of our beloved country,
on which such blood of our brave warriors,
spread since thousands of years,
to keep our culture and freedom
To be Burgundian,
we are proud.
To be Burgundian,
we are proud.
To be Burgundian,
we are proud
Joyeus enfants de la Bourgonge.
Je n'ai jamais cu de guignon.
Quand je vois rougir ma trogne.
Je suis fier d'a tre Bourgignon.
Je suis fier,
Je suis fier,
Je suis fier d'a tre Bourgignon *
