Metal is a diverse subset of music, and under this vast umbrella of styles and interpretations lie the various languages spoken by metal connossieurs, fans, and the musicians spread across the world. Although it is a testament to metal's cross-pollination and diversity, the use of such a wide palette of languages, not to mention the various ethnicities and cultures of the players has left many of us on the other side of the world a little iffy as far as pronunciation or meaning.
Use this thread to clear up any misconceptions about pronouncing band names, member names, song titles, or deciphering any meanings behind any of them.
My first few are band names: Borknagar, Gorgoroth, Amon Amarth, Ensiferum, and Asmegin.
Use this thread to clear up any misconceptions about pronouncing band names, member names, song titles, or deciphering any meanings behind any of them.
My first few are band names: Borknagar, Gorgoroth, Amon Amarth, Ensiferum, and Asmegin.