Sabaton - 'The Cycle of Songs' (official lyric video)

Son of god of the sun
The two lands in thy might
Hast established their offerings
Twice joyful are gods
Twice joyful thy prince
Twice joyful be thou

Thou hast guarded, ancient order
Thou hast caused them to flourish
Twice joyful thy young
Twice joyful thy men
Twice joyful the land

Horus eye in the sky, see the boundaries are widening
Mayest thou now renew an eternity of thy rule

Thy power is rising, enticing
The Son of Ra, divine of birth
Rule them forever, wherever
Guardian of the sun
Egypt’s protector, director
Immortal Horus made of gold
Rule them forever, wherever
Guardian of the sun

He has taken the land
He has come to unite
A divine right to power
To fire the bow
When no string has been drawn
As he slaughters the nine

Both protector and extender
Dread has smitten his foes in their land
Twice grateful are we
Twice grateful the dead
Twice grateful our god

He’s the chosen of Ra, he’s embracing the land, the law
Mayest thou now renew an eternity of thy rule

How the two riverbanks they rejoice at your dread
You alone have extended their wide domain

Full length νούμερο δεκατρία για τους Sabaton. "Legends" ο τίτλος και κυκλοφόρησε στην καρδιά του φθινοπώρου μέσω της δισκογραφικής εταιρείας Better Noise Music. Οι Sabaton μας έρχονται από την Σουηδία. Δημιουργήθηκαν το μακρινό 1999 (τους πρώτους μήνες ως Aeon), μας συστήνονται κάπως έτσι:

«Sabaton is a five-piece metal band from Sweden. Combining soaring power riffs with distinctive deep vocals, their lyrics focus on the exploits of war, from ancient historical battles to modern acts of heroism.»

...και έχουν κυκλοφορήσει δεκατρείς "ολοκληρωμένους" στουντιακούς δίσκους, ένα demo, έξι live albums, τρία EPs και μπόλικα singles. Από την αρχική σύνθεση της μπάντας έχουν (απο)μείνει ο τραγουδιστής Joakim Brodén και ο μπασίστας Pär Sundström...

Δελτίο τύπου: «Sabaton return with "Legends" and deliver eleven epic songs about historical legends.

In eleven tracks, Sabaton dedicate themselves to personalities whose deeds still have an impact today, including Joan of Arc, Napoleon, Julius Caesar and the Japanese sword master Miyamoto Musashi.

For the first time in the band's history, all current members contributed to the songwriting and played a decisive role in shaping the music and content of the album.»

Παρακολουθήστε το lyric video του τραγουδιού "The Cycle of Songs", το οποίο αναφέρεται στον (Φαραώ) Σέσωστρις Γ' με την Σουηδική μπάντα να αναφέρει σχετικά (ως Historic Fact):

«Senusret III became Pharaoh of Egypt around 1878 B.C. and focused his reign on strengthening and expanding the kingdom.

He led campaigns into Nubia, establishing fortresses and bringing the region of Kush under Egyptian control, securing the southern frontier and access to vital resources.

A visionary builder, he launched major construction projects, including temples, fortifications, and a canal to improve trade and communication.

His rule upheld the ideals of Ma’at, promoting order, harmony, and divine authority.

Senusret III’s legacy helped shape the power and stability of Middle Kingdom Egypt.»

Band: Sabaton
Country of origin: Sweden
Location: Falun, Dalarna
Formed in: 1999
Genre: Power Metal
Lyrical themes: Military history, Metal
Years active: 1999 (as Aeon), 1999-present

Lyric video: "The Cycle of Songs"
Album: "Legends"
Type: Full length
Release date: October 17th, 2025
Label: Better Noise Music
Format: CD, 12" vinyl, Digital, 2CD

Track listing:
01. Templars
02. Hordes of Khan
03. A Tiger Among Dragons
04. Crossing the Rubicon
05. I, Emperor
06. Maid of Steel
07. Impaler
08. Lightning at the Gates
09. The Duelist
10. The Cycle of Songs
11. Till Seger

Band members:
Hannes Van Dahl - Drums
Chris Rörland - Guitars
Joakim Brodén - Keyboards, Vocals
Pär Sundström - Bass
Thobbe Englund - Guitars