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We love the proto-metal scene of the 70s and bands like Rainbow, Black Sabbath, and Judas Priest. 'Your Majesty' is a tribute from us to the sound of that era that changed the music world forever. The lyrics constitute the anti-war speech of a knight who has the courage and audacity to speak bluntly to his king, during his own accolade. He condemns and rejects the system in the most dramatic way: having excelled within it. Of course, he pays for it with his life, hence the sound of the guillotine at the end.

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Fanfare and banners for the accolade,
On the altar lies a pillow with a shiny blade.
The arrival of the irony
I can make a better ceremony than you do for me.

I have seen the essence of blood, flesh and bone
Amputation for the royalty sitting on the throne.
Might and magic, heavy iron sky
I can see no hero when the blade is right before my eye.

I’m not your kind and I won’t bow to you,
The plains of fallen knights hallowed for shaming you.
In the sky the coat of arms but the flag is painted red
Your Majesty I refuse. Your kingdom’s for the dead.

Eight pawns, two bishops, two knights for the King
Sacrificing in a gambit dance around the Queen.
I know fire ain’t no sorcery
There is no tomorrow when the children man the armory.

I’m not your kind and I won’t bow to you,
The plains of fallen knights hallowed for shaming you.
In the sky the coat of arms but the flag is painted red
Your Majesty I refuse. Your kingdom’s for the dead.

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from Κ​υ​κ​ε​ώ​ν​α​ς, released April 12, 2024

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Khirki Athens, Greece

Khirki (Κίρκη - Κírkē pronounced [kírkɛː] ) is a three-piece band from Athens, Greece sharing its essence with rock 'n' roll and traditional music of their place of origin.

Dimos Ioannou – Guitars and Vocals
Orestes Katsaros – Bass Guitar
Orestes Mavros – Drums and Percussion ... more

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