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Frozen In Ashes - "Frostgoddess"

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The song "Frostgoddess" by the band Frozen In Ashes is shrouded in myth and historical context, drawing inspiration from ancient tales and the natural world's majestic beauty.

The myth of "Frostgoddess" centers around a powerful deity known as Skadi, the Frost Giantess or Frostgoddess in Norse mythology. Skadi was the daughter of the giant Thjazi, who was slain by the gods for his misdeeds. Seeking revenge, Skadi ventured to Asgard, the realm of the gods, to avenge her father's death.

In a strange twist of fate, the gods offered Skadi an alternative. They allowed her to choose a husband among them, with the condition that she could only pick her spouse based on his feet, without seeing his face. Skadi chose Njord, the god of the sea, believing him to be the mighty god Balder due to his beautiful feet.

The union of Skadi and Njord was filled with challenges, as their domains clashed. Skadi, the goddess of winter and the mountains, longed for her frozen, desolate home in the highest peaks, while Njord yearned for the comforting warmth of the coast and the sea.

The song "Frostgoddess" by Frozen In Ashes captures the essence of this mythological tale, blending elements of traditional Norse folk music with the power of doom metal. The slow, heavy rhythms and evocative lyrics transport listeners to the realm of Skadi, where the biting winds and frozen landscapes create an atmosphere of desolation and beauty.

The historical context of "Frostgoddess" also draws inspiration from Viking culture and the ancient worship of deities associated with nature and the elements. In the harsh climates of the North, the Norse people revered the forces of nature and believed in a pantheon of gods and goddesses who governed the elements.

The song's lyrics and composition reflect the reverence and fear the Vikings held for the Frost Giantess, Skadi, who embodied the unforgiving, relentless power of winter. The driving riffs and haunting melodies evoke a sense of both awe and trepidation, paying tribute to the ancient beliefs and cultural heritage of the North.

As "Frostgoddess" by Frozen In Ashes weaves together myth and historical context, it serves as a musical tapestry, immortalizing the timeless stories of Norse mythology and the profound connection between humans and nature. The song's haunting melodies and powerful rhythms stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of ancient myths and the richness of human expression through music.

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Fallen, fallen down, I'm speechless
Nephele, nemus, chaos, hysteria tightening.

She is able to walk through solid glacier glass without a sound.

The cold meadow between the walls melts me so, with each tender thaw.
I laugh at the world around, the way in is my way out.
The dark bell tone of the glacier, surrounds me.
I'm elated.

The deepest depths are blue, this light is telling you that you are just a passenger.
That's one thing I can say, Infinity be praised, in love in distant time

Centuries blow by without end.
From the lake that ensnares me I hear cries.

Oh my frost goddess, will you reveal the deep black fire?
I'm so alone, I'm never going home.

The lifeless scattered moans from the teeth of the frozen limbs above.
Yes, the winds will drown me out, the lake will take me down inside in time.

Oh my frost goddess, will you reveal the deep black fire?

I'm Fallen, I'm fallen down.
I'm speechless, I'm nothing.

Dear frost goddess, exactly what are you forming?
I see the twinkle in the edge.
The vivacious white and blue, nothing to keep her from drowning you too.

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from This Band IS Real - Mixtape, released August 6, 2023

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