Blood Revolt
| Company type | Musical group |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Defunct | 2012 |
| Headquarters | Ireland |
| Products | Indoctrine (2010) |
Blood Revolt was an Irish war metal ensemble that included A.A. Nemtheanga from Primordial, along with J. Read and Vermin, who had previously worked together in Axis of Advance and Revenge. Their discography consists of a single release, the 2010 album Indoctrine.
Indoctrine (2010)
Characterized by its "highly militaristic" tone, Blood Revolt sparked debate upon the release of their initial album due to lyrics presented from the viewpoint of a suicide bomber. Nemtheanga stressed that the aggressive themes are rooted in authentic subject matter rather than "cartoonish imagery or fabricated pseudo-religious nonsense". The album narrates the journey of "a man’s progression from isolation to martyrdom across eight sections, encompassing religious indoctrination, insanity, bomb construction, serial murder, and ultimately vengeance," mirroring worldwide conflicts.
Although some listeners perceived the lyrics as cautionary against religious extremism, Nemtheanga clarified that the work refrains from passing judgment and instead depicts commitment and sacrifice through the protagonist’s perspective.
Members
- A.A. Nemtheanga – vocals
- James Read – drums
- Chris Ross (also known as Vermin) – guitars
Discography
- Indoctrine (Profound Lore, 2010)