Asgaroth

Asgaroth

Company type	Musical group
Industry	Music
Founded	1995
Headquarters	Barcelona , Spain
Area served	Worldwide
Products	Black metal music albums

Asgaroth was a black metal ensemble originating from Barcelona, Spain, established in 1995 as a solo endeavor by Lord Lupus. Their global recognition expanded notably following the launch of their sophomore album, Red Shift, which was released under the British label Peaceville Records.

Peaceville Records

After collaborating with Hell Awaits and Abstract Emotions, Asgaroth presented personal recordings of Red Shift to several record companies, including the independent UK-based Peaceville Records. Peaceville expressed interest and secured a contract with the band for three editions. Upon selling out the initial 1,000 units, a second pressing was issued to enhance availability.

A planned recording session for summer 2003 was postponed because Peaceville prioritized releases from bands such as My Dying Bride and Katatonia. During this interval, Asgaroth sustained their presence by performing live alongside groups like Cradle Of Filth.

Disbandment

The group officially dissolved in 2007 following their touring schedule with Type O Negative. They communicated their separation through a "Farewell Asgaroth" message posted on Myspace. Later, two early demo recordings predating studio production were shared on their Myspace profile as a teaser for an unreleased album.

Current lineup

• Mythral (Christopher Baque-Wildman)
  • Lead and backing vocals
  • Lead guitar
  • Keyboard
• Mr. Ax (Oscar David Raventos)
  • Rhythm guitar
  • Samplers
• Lord Lupus (Daniel Rubi Piero)
  • Bass
  • Lead vocals (1995-1998)
  • Backing vocals
• Joona Etelämäki
  • Drums

Past members

• J. Muriana – Drums (Session) (1995)
• Katu-Marus – Drums (1996–1998)
• Julkarn – Guitar (1998–1999)
• J. Arckanus – Drums (1998–2000)
• T. Zarach – Guitar (1998–2001)
• Oisin Martinez – Drums (2001–2004)

Discography

• Songs Of War - Demo (1995)

1. "Revenge"
2. "I Summon The Dark Spirit"
3. "Songs Of War"
4. "Raise The Magic Power"

• The Quest For Eldenhor - EP (1996)

1. "Legends Of The Great Magic War" - 4:42
2. "The Freezing Winds Of Kiljaarn" - 6:07
3. "The Last Battle (Tower Of Doom)" - 5:56
4. "Soul Screams" - 2:40
5. "The Return Of The Hero" - 1:08

• Trapped In The Depths Of Eve... - Album (1997)

1. "Cry The Way We Greet Our Fates" - 1:25
2. "Victorious Men Of Earth" - 7:17
3. "Omens (Presagios)" - 5:50
4. "A Call In The Winds..." - 2:30
5. "The Dark Force" - 7:24
6. "Last Battle (Tower Of Doom)" - 6:06
7. "Lost In Natura" - 3:58
8. "The Choirs Of The Elemental Deities" - 3:53
9. "Prelude In Dusk" - 0:55
10. "Placious Echoes At Darkwoods You Greet... Silvering Moon Between My Shadows" - 6:33
11. "Outroduction" - 3:16

• Absence Spells Beyond... - Album (1999)

1. "Strengthened Are The Stems Of Nasturtium" - 2:21
2. "Sinking Trails Of Wisdom" - 4:46
3. "Absence Spells Beyond..." - 7:44
4. "Epitaph..." (King Crimson cover) - 7:07

• Red Shift - Album (2002)

1. "Naked Eye" - 4:46
2. "Lured Decoy" - 6:00
3. "Cyphred" - 2:29
4. "Bluntness" - 6:11
5. "Buried" - 6:13
6. "Mindscape" - 3:41
7. "Descent To Dion" - 6:57
8. "I, Befouled" - 5:17
9. "6 Bloodmarks" - 5:04
10. "Sharpedge Solitude" - 5:35
11. "Red Shift" - 5:48

Videography

Year	Title	Duration
1999	"Absence Spells Beyond..."	7:44
2002	"Naked Eye"	4:46

External links

• Official website
• Official MySpace