Black Metallers BALFOR Stream Pre-Production Songs

Ukrainian Black Metallers BALFOR are streaming pre-production versions of two tracks as a demo of what is to come on the band’s sophomore full-length album.  “Heralds of the Fall” and “Wolfbreed” were recorded  in November 2012 at the Blacklight Studio, Ukraine, with long-time BALFOR producer Dmitry “Yrt Glormkhaoth” Shulgin (VERMIS MYSTERIIS) recording the bass guitars, whilst the band’s former guitarist Alexander “Agnarr” Takhmazov (CONQUEST) recorded lead guitars.  Keyboards are by Ivan Popov (AFTERMOON, INFERNO).   It is expected that BALFOR will enter the studio to record the full album in the autumn of this year.   The two tracks can be heard via the band’s SoundCloud page.

Having recently announced a lineup change that saw all the former members aside from founder and frontman Thorgeir leave the band, BALFOR is set to play its first show with the new lineup of Thorgeir on vocals and guitars, Warider on guitars and backing vocals, Athamas (DEFERUM SACRUM and RAVENTALE) on bass and vocals and Khaoth (KHORS) on drums, on the 23^rd June at the Kilkim Zaibu Festival in Lithuania along with bands like DESTRUCTION, TURISAS, EINHERJER and SOLSTAFIR.  BALFOR will play a one hour set which will include old and new songs. 

More information about BALFOR can be found on the band’s website or official Facebook page.

BALFOR: New Line Up Announced!

Ukrainian Black Metallers BALFOR have announced a line up change that sees virtually the whole band depart, with only frontman and guitarist Thorgeir remaining.  Commenting on the reason for such a drastic change, Thorgeir said: “We parted ways for a variety of reasons and we hadn't actually worked together for a very long time. This decision was not an easy one, but it was a necessary one that took into account the needs and interests of all the band members, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank the guys for all this time we worked together, it was a great experience! But sometimes a change is necessary if you want to move forward”

With work having begun on the sophomore full-length album, BALFOR’s new line up, which consists of Thorgeir on vocals and guitars, Warider on guitars and backing vocals, Athamas on bass and vocals and Khaoth on drums, marks a new stage in the band’s development, one that Thorgeir is very positive  about. “We have been rehearsing together since the beginning of the year, and I am now very sure that the new line up works just as well, if not better, than the previous incarnation of BALFOR, because new blood has brought a fresh perspective to the band’s music and a lot of enthusiasm.  Warider, the new guitarist, is quite young, but hugely promising, whilst Khaoth has honed his considerable drumming skills with Dark Metallers KHORS.  Athamas brings with him not only the experience he has gained with bands like DEFERUM SACRUM and RAVENTALE, but he is also a great vocalist, which is able to give an additional perspective to the BALFOR sound”.

Formed in November 1997 as a side project by Thorgeir and then-guitarist Svart, BALFOR set out to play fast, but melodic, Black Metal and released the “Volki Severa” MCD, in 2002.  Encouraged by the response to the release, Thorgeir decided to concentrate all his energies on BALFOR, and developed the band’s style further; creating what he terms “Barbaric Black Metal” in tribute to the history of BALFOR’s homeland.

BALFOR’s four-track “Pure Barbaric” EP was released for free download via a net label in 2006, a calculated risk that was successful in bringing the band to the attention of a wider audience. With Thorgeir able to switch from aggressive black, to soaring melodic clean vocals with consummate ease, BALFOR’s effortless ability to cross the melodic/black/death/extreme metal genres drew the attention of Pulverised Records, who released the band’s debut full-length album “Barbaric Blood” in 2010.

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BALFOR "Barbaric Blood"

Balfor

Barbaric Blood

Genre: Black Metal

Label: Pulverised Records

Release Date: 01.11.2010

Ukrainian Black Metal darklords BALFOR embodies a display of dazzling musicianship and powerhouse production with their maiden-masterpiece 'Barbaric Blood'. Delving deep into the realms of coherent Death and Thrash influences, 'Barbaric Blood' develops into an overall forlorn Black-drenched atmosphere and the brilliant orchestration of every track on the album is clearly evident that BALFOR are pure masters of their craft and the undying funeral fire is born again with barbaric hate!

Recorded, mixed and mastered at Blacklight Studio (Semargl, Khors, Deferum Sacrum, etc), with the captivating album artwork and layout by Martin Saavedra at Uruguay's Spina Studio (Aborted, Daath, Divinity, etc). The album artwork and layout was produced and designed by both the band and Martin Saavedra at Uruguay's Spina Studio (Aborted, Daath, Divinity, etc).

The band appeared in countless festivals and live shows throughout the years, and is currently gearing up for an extensive full-length European tour, recently acquired a new second guitar player Dragon-T (previously from Thrash Metal band Hell:On) into the ranks of BALFOR.  

TRACK LISTING

1. From The Ashes (...The Beginning)

2. Behold My Hate!

3. Shadow Of My Raven Wings

4. In A Thunder Of Ancient Glory

5. Pure Barbaric

6. Light's Demise

7. Kingdom's Blood

8. Voices Of Wilderness

9. The Perfect Fire

BALFOR - "Barbaric Blood" Video Teaser Released

A 45-second video teaser of "Barbaric Blood", the upcoming full-length album from Ukraine Black Metallers BALFOR is now available for viewing at this location or below.

"Barbaric Blood" was recorded at Blacklight Studio, Ukraine during August 2009, with the effort mixed and mastered by Shaddar.

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1) From The Ashes (…The Beginning)

2) Behold My Hate!

3) Shadow Of My Raven Wings

4) In A Thunder Of Ancient Glory

5) Pure Barbaric

6) Light's Demise

7) Kingdom's Blood

8) Voices Of Wilderness

9) The Perfect Fire

Ukrainian Black Metal darklords BALFOR embodies a display of dazzling musicianship and powerhouse production with their maiden-masterpiece “Barbaric Blood”. Delving deep into the realms of coherent Death and Thrash influences, “Barbaric Blood” develops into an overall forlorn Black-drenched atmosphere and the brilliant orchestration of every track on the album is clearly evident that BALFOR are pure masters of their craft and the undying funeral fire is born again with barbaric hate!

Recorded, mixed and mastered at Blacklight Studio (Semargl, Khors, Deferum Sacrum, etc), with the captivating album artwork and layout byMartin Saavedra at Uruguay's Spina Studio (Aborted, Daath, Divinity, etc).

BALFOR is:

Thorgeir - Vocals / Guitars
Dragon-T - Lead Guitars
Berowar - Bass
Erland - Drums

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BALFOR: Barbaric Blood Cover Art + Track Listing Revealed

Ukrainian black metallers BALFOR are proud to unveil the cover art and track listing of their upcoming Pulverised debut Barbaric Blood. Designed by Martin Saavedra at Uruguay's Spina Studio (Aborted, Daath, Divinity etc.), the cover is at once dark, brooding and apocalyptic.

Barbaric Blood was recorded at Blacklight Studio, Ukraine in August 2009 and mixed and mastered by Shaddar.

Barbaric Blood Track Listing

1. "From The Ashes (…The Beginning)"

2. "Behold My Hate!"

3. "Shadow Of My Raven Wings"

4. "In A Thunder Of Ancient Glory"

5. "Pure Barbaric"

6. "Light's Demise"

7. "Kingdom's Blood"

8. "Voices Of Wilderness"

9. "The Perfect Fire"

Comments BALFOR frontman/guitarist Thorgeir of the cover: "It's always a long journey making an album. First it has to be written and rehearsed. Then it has to be recorded and mastered, and that's where most people think it ends. But it doesn't quite end there. An important factor that everyone forgets about is the artwork, and yet this is often what people notice first. So we are particularly pleased that the artwork for Barbaric Blood has been so well executed by Martin of Spina Studio. He has captured both the concept behind the album, and the band itself."

BALFOR will release Barbaric Blood later this year via Pulversied. Further info TBA.

BALFOR:

Thorgeir -- Vocals / Guitars

Dragon-T -- Lead Guitars

Berowar -- Bass

Erland -- Drums

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BALFOR Confirmed For Ukraine's Global East Rock Festival

Ukrainian Black Metallers BALFOR have been set to make an appearance on this year's Global East Rock Festival happening from the 2nd of September to the 4th of September 2010 at Kiev, Ukraine.BALFOR will be scheduled to perform on the 3rd of September 2010.

The main headliners for Global East Rock Festival 2010 are Metal legends Manowar and Venom.

Balfor - Shadow Of My Raven Wings

The list of bands confirmed so far:

Manowar

Venom

Moonspell

Night Eternal

Obituary

Dark Tranquillity

Hammerfall

Mayhem

Rotting Christ

The Gathering

Mnemic

Sabaton

Balfor

Fleshgore

Bonfire

Oomph!

Maniac Depression

Sirenia

Diablo Swing Orchestra

Eluveitie

Cruachan

Infinite Tales

Cemetery Of Scream

Preternatural

Vic Anselmo

For more information and details, visit the Global East Rock Festival Official Myspace.

BALFOR is:

Thorgeir - Vocals / Guitars
Dragon-T - Lead Guitars
Berowar - Bass
Erland - Drums

BALFOR Official Website
BALFOR Official Myspace

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BALFOR - "Barbaric Blood" Album Artwork & Tracklisting Unveiled

Ukraine Black Metallers BALFOR has recently released the finalised artwork cover and album tracklisting of the group's debut effort entitled "Barbaric Blood".

The brooding yet introspect artwork cover and layout for "Barbaric Blood" was designed byMartin Saavedra at Uruguay's Spina Studio (Aborted, Daath, Divinity, etc).

The tracklisting for "Barbaric Blood" is as follows:

1) From The Ashes (…The Beginning)

2) Behold My Hate!

3) Shadow Of My Raven Wings

4) In A Thunder Of Ancient Glory

5) Pure Barbaric

6) Light's Demise

7) Kingdom's Blood

8) Voices Of Wilderness

9) The Perfect Fire

States BALFOR frontman / guitarist Thorgeir: "It's always a long journey making an album, first it has to be written and rehearsed. Then it has to be recorded and mastered, and that's where most people think it ends. But it doesn't, quite end there. An important factor that everyone forgets about is the artwork, and yet this is often what people notice first. So we are particularly pleased that the artwork for "Barbaric Blood" has been so well executed by Martin of Spina Studio. He has captured both the concept behind the album, and the band itself."

"Barbaric Blood" was recorded at Blacklight Studio, Ukraine during August 2009, with the effort mixed and mastered by Shaddar.

A further update on the official street release date for "Barbaric Blood" will be announced soon.

BALFOR is:

Thorgeir - Vocals / Guitars
Dragon-T - Lead Guitars
Berowar - Bass
Erland - Drums

BALFOR Official Website
BALFOR Official Myspace

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