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Vikings and Valkyries 24 - Call of the Gods
Release 2025/06/27
Vikings and Valkyries 24 Release "Call of the Gods" -- A Hymn to Courage, Community, and Norse Legends
With "Call of the Gods," the Wuppertal-based band Vikings and Valkyries 24 presents a powerful rock anthem that takes listeners on an epic journey to the far North. The song blends energetic melodies, driving guitar riffs, and stirring choruses into an ode to unity, bravery, and the timeless myths of the Viking Age.
Founded in January 2025, the band was born from a spontaneous idea by its founder Benjamin Schmidt, a passionate musician and storyteller from Wuppertal. What began as a single song for Benjamin's TikTok channel--intended to express his love for Norse mythology and folk-metal music--quickly evolved into something much bigger. Fueled by creative energy and enthusiasm for music, Vikings and Valkyries 24 began to grow.
Benjamin serves as the band's main composer and occasional vocalist. He uses innovative technologies--including artificial intelligence--to make up for musical limitations and to enrich his creative process. This modern approach allows him to craft complex arrangements and blend various musical styles.
The number "24" in the band name is a heartfelt tribute to Benjamin's wife, who has always supported and inspired him. She is a vital source of motivation and plays a central role in his artistic vision.
From the very first verse, the audience is immersed in misty landscapes, swept by wild winds and the unbreakable spirit of a tight-knit community. With lines like "With axes in hand and hearts forged in flame," the protagonists' determination becomes palpable--a feeling that carries through the entire song.
The catchy chorus calls upon the gods of the North: thunderous lightning accompanies the invocation of Thor, while Freyja watches over the battlefield as a symbol of freedom and fighting spirit. Harmonized backing vocals give the chorus a hymn-like power that invites the listener to sing along.
As the song progresses, it gathers momentum: listeners sail alongside the Vikings across stormy seas, experience heroic battles, and feel the longing for glory and honor. Musically, rocking rhythms and dynamic changes keep the excitement high until the final note.
The grand finale culminates in an instrumental outburst full of energy--a musical call to raise one's voice and face fate with courage. With the closing line "In Valhalla we'll meet again--forever we'll be free," the song fades out, leaving chills in its wake.
"Call of the Gods" is more than just music--it's a statement of solidarity, bravery, and the power of shared dreams. Vikings and Valkyries 24 once again demonstrate their flair for epic melodies, emotional depth, and innovative production techniques.
With "Call of the Gods," the Wuppertal-based band Vikings and Valkyries 24 presents a powerful rock anthem that takes listeners on an epic journey to the far North. The song blends energetic melodies, driving guitar riffs, and stirring choruses into an ode to unity, bravery, and the timeless myths of the Viking Age.
Founded in January 2025, the band was born from a spontaneous idea by its founder Benjamin Schmidt, a passionate musician and storyteller from Wuppertal. What began as a single song for Benjamin's TikTok channel--intended to express his love for Norse mythology and folk-metal music--quickly evolved into something much bigger. Fueled by creative energy and enthusiasm for music, Vikings and Valkyries 24 began to grow.
Benjamin serves as the band's main composer and occasional vocalist. He uses innovative technologies--including artificial intelligence--to make up for musical limitations and to enrich his creative process. This modern approach allows him to craft complex arrangements and blend various musical styles.
The number "24" in the band name is a heartfelt tribute to Benjamin's wife, who has always supported and inspired him. She is a vital source of motivation and plays a central role in his artistic vision.
From the very first verse, the audience is immersed in misty landscapes, swept by wild winds and the unbreakable spirit of a tight-knit community. With lines like "With axes in hand and hearts forged in flame," the protagonists' determination becomes palpable--a feeling that carries through the entire song.
The catchy chorus calls upon the gods of the North: thunderous lightning accompanies the invocation of Thor, while Freyja watches over the battlefield as a symbol of freedom and fighting spirit. Harmonized backing vocals give the chorus a hymn-like power that invites the listener to sing along.
As the song progresses, it gathers momentum: listeners sail alongside the Vikings across stormy seas, experience heroic battles, and feel the longing for glory and honor. Musically, rocking rhythms and dynamic changes keep the excitement high until the final note.
The grand finale culminates in an instrumental outburst full of energy--a musical call to raise one's voice and face fate with courage. With the closing line "In Valhalla we'll meet again--forever we'll be free," the song fades out, leaving chills in its wake.
"Call of the Gods" is more than just music--it's a statement of solidarity, bravery, and the power of shared dreams. Vikings and Valkyries 24 once again demonstrate their flair for epic melodies, emotional depth, and innovative production techniques.
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