Death Knell

by Battle Bard

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If you're a fan of old-school metal, you might like my new project: Battle Bard.

Here's my first track: Death Knell. Heavily inspired by classic 80s speed metal. If you're a fan of classic bands like Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, etc, maybe you'll like this.

I've been working on this song for months, writing and recording bits and pieces whenever I have some downtime.

It's entirely self-produced, with all instruments and vocals recorded solely by myself. I even illustrated the cover. So I guess you could call it a labour of love. Or a vanity project. You pick.

Anyway, I'm happy with how it turned out and so glad I can finally share it.

lyrics

Been here for months now but you
Can't seem to find your way
Nowhere to go for guidance
Nobody knows your name

She says that she's just like you
She's got a lonely heart
You've got a sinking feeling
That's where the trouble starts

Hey man I think you're losing focus
Hey man I think you're losing time
Hey man I think your neck is bleeding
It's time you opened up your eyes

She calls you over
There's hunger in her eyes
Why do you feel so safe when you know
You'll never see the sunrise

A smile so deadly
And you're deep under her spell
As soon as you hear laughter
You know you're going straight to hell
Straight to hell

The trance is getting stronger
And you just can't seem to fight
You're lost inside a daydream
But you never sleep at night

Marks left on your skin
And you know you’ve been missing days
How long has this been going on?
You're living in a maze

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released April 25, 2022

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Bradley James Townend Bournemouth, UK

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