Sig:Ar:Tyr

The concept for SIG:AR:TYR was created by Daemonskald during the 34th year of his existence (2003 CE) to provide a musical vehicle for his thoughts and writings of the mysteries of life and beyond life. The rune word set SIG:AR:TYR embodies three major aspects of existence: Chaos-Balance-Order. The words SIG:AR:TYR are the names of three runes that embody these characteristics in one form or another. These forces form the core materials of existence. SIG:AR:TYR is dedicated to the dark, grim history and mythology of Northern Europe. SIG:AR:TYR wanted to initially create very heavy and atmospheric music without the use of typical metal instruments such as electric guitar, bass, and drums. In late 2003, SIG:AR:TYR released "The Stranger", a six song atmospheric journey revolving around the acoustic guitar and Daemonskald's short story of the same name. Quickly gathering excellent reviews, Daemonskald wanted to immediately forge ahead to his next project, a concept work with more metal musical elements including electric guitar, bass, and percussion, while retaining the acoustic-ambient atmosphere. In 2005, SIG:AR:TYR released the results of his vision, the debut full-length release, "Sailing the Seas of Fate" via Morbid Winter Records that dealt with a Viking quest to the far northern reaches of the world to retrieve an object to turn the tide of Christianity. SIG:AR:TYR's forthcoming release on Morbid Winter Records, “"Beyond The North Winds"”, builds upon the folk metal and acoustic atmosphere introduced in “"Sailing the Seas of Fate", and is to be released on the Summer Solstice 2008. The dynamics of SIG:AR:TYR will be an ever-changing ideal, and any and all instruments may be used to further his next vision. Each musical piece is a thread in a greater web. The songs, combined with the lyrics, mythical tales, poetry, and artwork, aim to fully realize the essence of each release. It is the creator's hope that all aspects of SIG:AR:TYR, from the music and artwork, to the lyrics and stories, will inspire or destroy you.