Forseti (band)
German neofolk band setting romantic poetry to music.
Forseti was a German neofolk band formed in Jena in 1997 and disestablished in 2005. The band is known for its musical settings of German romantic poetry.
Quick Facts
- Origin
- Jena, Thuringia, Germany
- Genre
- Neofolk
- Years active
- 1997 – 2005
- Label
- Eis Und Licht
- Goeart
- Grünwald
- Past members
- Andreas Ritter
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History
Forseti debuted in 2000 with the 10" album Jenzig, which included musical settings of poems by Ludwig Uhland and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The band's second album Windzeit, released in 2002, featured poems by Hermann Hesse and Ricarda Huch, along with two songs with lyrics by Uwe Nolte of Orplid and guest appearances from members of Sonne Hagal and Douglas P. of Death in June. The third and final album Erde appeared in 2004, containing covers of songs by Sonne Hagal and Orplid and contributions from Andrey Kulinich, B'eirth, Kim Larsen, and Ian Read. Ritter described Erde as possibly the final chapter in this style of nature poetry. In May 2005, Ritter suffered a cardiac arrest with serious health consequences. The compilation Forseti lebt was released in 2006 to support him, with proceeds going to Ritter.
Style and lyrical themes
Forseti's lyrics explore nature romanticism and Germanic mythology, the latter reflected in the band's name taken from the god Forseti and in tracks referencing Ragnarök and the wolf age from Völuspá. Musically, the band built its sound around acoustic guitar, also employing accordion, cello, horn, and flute. Andreas Ritter cited Leonard Cohen and Johnny Cash as important musical influences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Forseti (band) from?
Forseti originated in Jena, Thuringia, Germany.
Which record labels has Forseti (band) released music on?
Forseti has released music on Eis Und Licht, Goeart and Grünwald.
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