Lords Of Winter
Invaders come from the North, bringing fire and steel....Genre Fantasy Metal Band Created 6/2/2009 Fan Base 15 Total Sales 33
Hailing from Sweden, Lords Of Winter burst onto the metal scene with the first insallment of their Carus Saga 'Journey To Roh'Orn' gathering numerous accolades and awards, along with a legion of fans. The subsequent chapters, 'Lost Legion Of The Tundra' and 'Heart Of The Mountain' only further strengthened their position among the leading bands of the epic/fantasy metal genre.
Compared to the epic stories they weave on their albums, the story of the band's genesis is fairly unexciting. The four members grew up in the same small town in Sweden, where they began their musical explorations in middle school, inspired by a shared love of British and American heavy metal and Norse mythology. Originally performing under the name Mjolnir [until they learned of the German black metal band of the same name], they slowly grew a local following. The band consciously avoided the prevailing stereotypes regarding the Scandinavian metal scene, though this left them somewhat adrift as to their direction. It was when vocalist Ragnar Gunnarsmithsson came up with the Carus concept, they found their inspiration and Lords Of Winter were properly born.
Lords Of Winter were signed to powerhouse metal label Long Bong Records in early 2009, and their debut was released that summer.
Current line-up:
Ragnar Gunnarsmithsson - vocals/guitar
Petor Jacobsson - guitar
Eric Andervaldsson - bass
Dieter Gullicksson - drums
The band is currently on tour [see The Long Road Turning Mini-Tour]. Remaining tour dates:
European Dates:
11/6-7 - Stockholm, Sweden
11/13-14 - Oslo, Norway
11/20-21 - Copenhagen, Denmark
11/27-28 - Berlin, Germany
12/4-5 - St. Petersburg, Russia
12/11-12 - Vienna, Austria
12/18-19 - Milan, Italy
1/1-2 - Paris, France
1/8-9 - London, UK
U.S. Dates:
1/22-23 - New York, NY
1/29-30 - Chicago, IL
2/5-6 - Seattle, WA
2/12-13 - Los Angeles, CA
2/19-20 - Dallas, TX
2/26-27 - Atlanta, GA
News
LBR - The wait is over. Lords Of Winter unleash the follow-up to their epic Carus trilogy; 'Age Of Sagas'. Taking inspiration from the Nordic myth of Ragnarok [downfall of the gods], the latest from the fantasy metal stars delivers a masterwork worthy of the subject matter. Orchestral arrangements provided by the Stockholm Orchestra.
Pick up a copy today!
http://www.figment.cc/home/viewalbum.fig?id=2740
LBR - The wait is over. Lords Of Winter unleash the follow-up to their epic Carus trilogy; 'Age Of Sagas'. Taking inspiration from the Nordic myth of Ragnarok [downfall of the gods], the latest from the fantasy metal stars delivers a masterwork worthy of the subject matter. Orchestral arrangements provided by the Stockholm Orchestra.
Pick up a copy today!
http://www.figment.cc/home/viewalbum.fig?id=2740
LBR - Lords Of Winter are in the studio, putting the finishing touches on the follow-up to their award-winning Carus trilogy. Their fourth disc, to be entitled 'Age Of Sagas' will not continue the beloved Carus storyline [though band members note this does not mean we've heard the last from him], but will be similarly epic in scope. Expectations are for a late June/early July release.
Albums / EPs
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Age Of Sagas
Date Released: 6/29/2010
Tracks: 20 Based on the Nordic mythical tradition of Ragnarok [downfall of the gods], Lords Of Winter's latest effort 'Age Of Sagas' is another epic effort from the fantasy metal stars. Fourteen tracks grouped into 4 suites [plus 'Intro' and 'Outro' sections] pair punishing metal riffs with dramatic orchestral arrangements straight out of Wagner [courtesy of the Stockholm Orchestra]. Add in the epic lyrical matter, and 'Age Of Sagas' will no doubt stand as a benchmark in the fantasy metal genre. [2 CDs] |
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The Long Road Turning
Date Released: 11/9/2009
Tracks: 20 Recorded during the two opening nights [Stockholm] of the Scandinavian leg of their Long Road Turning Tour, Lords Of Winter perform the complete Carus Saga live. The hometown crowd and the band are clearly both excited by the concert as the energy and intensity are palpable in the performances. [3 CD Set] |
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The Saga Of Carus: III. Heart Of The Mountain
Date Released: 9/10/2009
Tracks: 9 Lords Of Winter deliver the third and final installment of the epic story of Carus with 'The Saga Of Carus; III. Heart Of The Mountain. Leaving the Lost Legion Of The Tundra behind, Carus journeys to the towering Mt. Cor'Deh'Nan, and into the very heart of the mountain itself. Challenges and puzzles abound, but he arrives at the fabled tomb of the ancient king Ulf Ragnarok. There he uncovers untold secrets of the origins of the world and his people. A fitting climax to this powerful saga. |
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The Saga Of Carus: II. Lost Legion Of The Tundra
Date Released: 7/23/2009
Tracks: 9 Lords Of Winter pick up the tale of Carus with their latest release "The Saga Of Carus: II. Lost Legion Of The Tundra". Pressing on from the hall of the Winter King, Carus makes his way to the Valley of the Ice Demons ["Iche'Dvon"] aka "The Grey Ones", undergoes a harrowing experience ["Frozen Tears And Hardened Hearts"], and finally meets up with the Lost Legion Of The Tundra. Following a raucous feast, he learns of the ancient tomb under Mt. Cor'Deh'Nan, where his destiny ultimately awaits. |
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The Saga Of Carus: I. Journey To Roh'Orn
Date Released: 6/2/2009
Tracks: 8 Lords Of Winter release 'Journey To Roh'Orn', the first of a projected trilogy of albums documenting the saga of the hero Carus. Carus is a humble man, a reluctant hero charged with solving an ancient riddle. As he starts out on a path through the frozen wastes, challenges are met and his life hangs in the balance. Finally, he arrives at the throne of the Winter King of Roh'Orn, where he learns much and realizes his journey is only beginning.... |
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