I can vividly imagine myself in a medieval Nordic tavern with the local band playing this to celebrate a victory

@bredbandtva7177

7 жыл бұрын

The only descriptions of nordic music by that time are guttural shouts.

@northstar2621

6 жыл бұрын

Simon R Sounds great

@angeldimchev291

3 жыл бұрын

You shouldn't, none of those instruments were existing during medieval Nordic time.

@courtneysmith9807

3 жыл бұрын

@@angeldimchev291 I can imagine things that aren't historically accurate

@jymoize

2 жыл бұрын

Varangian guard,, as l saw that movie

The musicianship of this is absolutely amazing, why does everyone else seem to only care about the vocalist? He's a great singer, but he's not the entire band.

@peternk7947

7 жыл бұрын

Life is not fair, If you put a Hot girl playing guitar in a bikini, she'll get even more views than this video

@Aurinkohirvi

4 жыл бұрын

Netta gets a lot of comments in Turisas videos as well.

@punkyvixie

3 жыл бұрын

THAT VOICE!!! *homer drool*

@MrWepx-hy6sn

3 жыл бұрын

he is the hottest

@maritapia7558

3 жыл бұрын

Porque será que le ponen tanta atención, sabemos que los demás en la banda son grandiosos, pero el vocalista es precioso 😍

This song was my introduction to Turisas. Even years later, it still gives me goosebumps. Though I'd say that Stand Up and Fight is their masterpiece.

@VuLamDang

Жыл бұрын

I'm the reverse :D got introduced by Stand Up and Fight, but this is the song that fully capture me

@Tosslehoffe

9 ай бұрын

They would probably have several other masterpieces if they didn't suddenly disappear.

@fabryce5271

6 ай бұрын

I'm not that sure @@Tosslehoffe ! The difference is really BIG between "SUAF" and their last album "Turisas 2013" which is, (except to me "We Ride Together") soooo commercial ! :/ Unthinkable...

This is fucking amazing. I had no idea they did an acoustic version of this.

@marvinthemaniac7698

4 жыл бұрын

The acoustic version is more Epic

>that feel when you will never be as perfect as mathias nygard

Mathias' voice is flawless. Also, Olli's vibrato is lovely. I couldn't be more pleased. 😍

e sun rose over the wasteland* As far as the eye can see Sand fills the vast plains of Serkland It's vultures jeering at me But they can circle until they drop dead I have not come this far To end, but to pursue my own thread To join The Varangian Guard Guards of glory and of might Red as blood and black as night Flies our banner as we march In the East, for the king of the Greek There's men of the cross and the hammer A few of the moon crescent Men simply searching for glamour Some concealing their royal descent The axe-bearing foreigners they have aptly named us All we've come from afar Diversity is what unites us We are The Varangian Guard Guards of glory and of might Red as blood and black as night Flies our banner as we march In the East, for the king of the Greek Miklagard, in the second indinction, in the 6542 year of the world To Holmgard and beyond This is where the winds have us guided For fame and for gold We once set sails for these lands unknown Guards of glory and of might Red as blood and black as night Flies our banner as we march In the East, for the king of the greek

this guy, his voice, proof that screaming doesn't destory your voice :D such, a , good, voice

I was looking for Bizantine history (varangian guards were elite bodyguards of the bizantine emperor) and found this. nice

@edmasterson4588

5 жыл бұрын

you misspelled byzantine

@magnusjonsson7714

3 жыл бұрын

The Svitjods formed the guard.

@joshuanilsson8508

3 жыл бұрын

As a viking reenactor, I really enjoy to see other people know what the guard was.

@magnusjonsson7714

3 жыл бұрын

@@joshuanilsson8508 U know that the Värjarvakten (Varangian guard) wasnt "Vikings" when they got south?

@romanjancura9651

2 жыл бұрын

@@edmasterson4588 You misspelled Roman. ;)

"Some concealing their royal descent" People tended to look down upon high borns becoming mercenaries, even Hardrada, the most famous Varangian, tried to hide his royal blood *Concealing their royal descent*

His voice..eargasm..*-*

The acoustic version is perfect! By the gods this is one of the best songs ever! And they are all so beautiful,,, May Maat be with you all!

This song and this band will always have a special place in my heart

These guys have an amazing sound when acoustic...

As an E. Orthodox Christian & a former soldier here in the west I can most certainly understand why the varangian guard did what they did. If the Church put out the call I would come to her defense even now. my allegiance to God comes b4 all others.

Who can dislike this? This version is so awesome

@lepa7570

6 жыл бұрын

the turks

@rubenleejohnsen2037

4 жыл бұрын

@@lepa7570 Good job, that really made me laugh.

@ersankuneri2689

2 жыл бұрын

@@lepa7570 nah it's fine, we destroyed that whole empire. Nice song tho

The story of Harrald that came to Roman Empire faught in south Italy and became rich. Then returned to his homeland and became a King and died in England in 1066 in Stamford Bridge. Their loyalty was famous. Var means oath. "They have great loyalty to the Emperors.Protection of them is kind of familly tradition,a kind of a secret deal and heritege passing from father to son.This loyalty remains the same with no sign of treason"... "Anna Komnene-Description of the Varangian Guards"

Possibily the band's best song.

One of the fucking best male clear voices in metal!

This looks like a living wake for a vampire brethren who's decided enough is enough and he wants to play one final, ultimate fiddle solo before he faces the sunrise.

That voice chills me... Such a handsome guy... :)

Epic voice. Greetings from Argentina! Come to South America!

"Basil II (Greek: Βασίλειος Β΄, Basileios II; 958 - 15 December 1025) was a Byzantine Emperor from the Macedonian dynasty who reigned from 10 January 976 to 15 December 1025. He was known in his time as Basil the Porphyrogenitus and Basil the Young to distinguish him from his supposed ancestor, Basil I the Macedonian." I guess, just made a quick search.

This is the glory of Folk Metal, sounds just as epic acoustic.

Am I the only one that plays this song when playing Skyrim?

@asianscum9347

8 жыл бұрын

Holy shizzles, I do too

@statoilbensin2190

6 жыл бұрын

I do when I play for honor

@deathleechofficial

3 жыл бұрын

Your not alone

@Frostbane_Aarvid1987

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

I just fucking can't when i hear his orgasmic voice... I love how talented he is

How can one get so warm from hearing this song, but still get chills?

It's amazing how much history you can learn from music.

Virtuos. I love them since battle Metal and didnt miss a concert in germany. I came from thrash the 80 but I do recommend this is not just music..its art.

absolutely amazing, I have goosebumps just from listening to it, so glad I discovered these guys.

i'm proud of bein' son of an Icelandian woman and an Egyptian man i have best of both worlds and good taste for music it's on it

She has a hell of an awesome voice ;D

i love both versions of this song. they both have a certain kind of charm. Netta please come back!!!!

All my respect from Greece! Amazing!!

Que voz maravilhosa!!!

that guy has the most epic voice ever!

Love these guys, they look much better when they clean themselves up, a good looking band!

What voice this man has!!! lovely!

Woow his voice... I'm melting away... -.- SUCH a song... amazing in both versions... so beautiful and powerful... lml :) !!

My newest fav song with Turisas! Its inspiring.

Damn, guys thats so awesome. They look so great. I GO CRAZY, WHEN I SEE JUSSI'S EPIC BEARD. It is so long and looks so nice.

Very nice melody... Great.

I only watched this out of sheer curiousity about how it would translate but this is perfect! Eevery bit as good as the original!

That voice, oh my

Yes, ok, Mathias is talented- they all are- and handsome, if you like his style. Olli Vanska though...isn't it unfair to be that ridiculously amazing?! My 1 1/2 year old son will stop whatever he's doing to watch this and To Holmgard and Beyond, even if he's across the room XD

i not sure if people agree but i think this song sounds better on acoustic than in metal form

Thank u finns, our friends. Rurik of Roslagen, formed the Värjarvakten " Varangianguard" . Who went down the Ruser rivers, to the big city , Constantinopel (Miklagård)

Mathias is so friggin hot!!! Such a bonus to his amazing voice

stunning voice.

This is awesome

Nice version. I truly miss this group!

Amazing song! The lyrics are awesome!

Que voz é essa Braseeellll! Arrepia 🇧🇷

Just found out about this band a few days ago and they're awesome and the lead singers hot as hell to :)

me encanta este acustico de turisas!!!!! no dejo de escucharlo!! esta genial!!!!!!! lml

WOW!! What a great voice and awesome musicians.

Really good !!!!. The acustic guitar and warlords voice is a great combination..

this song gives me goosebumps, but in a good way.

i like how this video has no dislikes!

OMG THIS VOICE, THIS GUY, OMG SO FUCKING GREAT!!!!

Totally awesome.I love the lyrics.

One of the best bands.

i love this song so much!!!

A masterpiece

The Varangian Guard was an elite military unit that was active for at least four centuries, so really there were several kings. The first Greek king they served under was Emperor Basil II. Hope that helps.

Mathias Nygård has the best voice i ever heard...

The sun rose over the wasteland As far as the eye can see Sand fills the vast plains of Serkland It's vultures jeering at me But they can circle until they drop dead I have not come this far To end, but to pursue my own thread To join the Varangian Guard! Guards of glory and of might Red as blood and black as night Flies our banner as we march In the East, for the king of the Greeks There's men of the cross and the hammer A few of the moon crescent Men simply searching for glamour Some concealing their royal descent The axe-bearing foreigners they have aptly named us All we've come from afar Diversity is what unites us We are the Varangian Guard! Guards of glory and of might Red as blood and black as night Flies our banner as we march In the East, for the king of the Greeks

Excellent! Love this version of the song!

way cooler than the original

PLEEEEEAASE make an best-of-acoustic album, that sounds so cooool :)

Stumbled upon this song this morning. Love it. Lead singer is hot.

best part: 1:57- 2:42..... it sounds amazing!!

That voice...

What a nice voice!!

Mathias' voice is so FUCKING awesome.

sounds amazing! thanks for uploading

Kiitos Odin bändejä kuten Turisas edelleen olemassa.

This band is so badass!

Es un papucho, me calienta más que el sol de verano 😻 Mathias

Mother Of Dragon Born! Such a handsome voice!

Congratulations from Cyprus

Epic Tavern Music? Perfect for playing CK3 with a Norse ruler who sends his children to the Varangian Guard!

I'm in love with Olli's playing O_O

Linda melodia e vozes, incrível!

I just felt in love with Mathias, deeply

I'm always skeptical about metal-to-acoustics but this is pretty damn killer.

The guy with the sunglasses is cute! ;) love it!

We are the warriors with will and honor. Warriors of the North.

i adore your voice!!!

This is true art

Those stars in the eyes, at the end.. Turisas is above all. :p

Your fiddler is brilliant, as always. :) o7

OH MY GOD HHHHHHHHHHH This is just simply beautiful. *o*

Love it

I love this video, it's put me to sleep so many times!

@femoman I do. And he also looks awesome. Also, damn his voice is powerful even when he's not screaming/belting. Very impressive.

Nygard has one of the best voices in folk metal, if not metal period.

This song would fit perfectly in the TV show "Vikings"

@romanjancura9651

2 жыл бұрын

"Vikings" had good start, but now, its ahistorical perversion.

Oh my...turisas just keeps on surprising me! Wow...

Great.... Mathias BASS voice... very nice... Turisas are great