This song is the reason I played Age of Conan. I would let it sit on the load screen repeating the song over and over before I actually played the game. Now that I have seen her and heard her voice live I am stunned at the accuracy, a tear rolled down my face for the first time in many years. All I can say is Thanks for a wonderful song coming from a Magical & Wonderful voice of Helene Bøksle
I remember the very first time I ever stepped into Cimmeria. This song started playing - I was gobsmacked and completely taken aback. The song, and her performance of it, sends chills down my spine no matter how many times I hear it, and it makes that zone in the game come alive with atmosphere when combined with the stunning visuals. It's great to be able to see her performing it live (and utterly flawlessly at that) here - many thanks Knugo. What an absolute pleasure.
it gives me chills.... helene is one of the best singers i have ever heard in my entire life.! i think it's because of this tranquillity of hers, this eerie calmness of her face , that lies always in her aura, no matter how hard the song she is singing is, no matter if thousands of people are watching her, no matter if the song she is singing is powerful and full of emotion.. she stands there always in this unspoken calmness, this divine veil. ... am i crazy? no! she really does that!
She looks and sounds like a goddess. A strong contender for my favourite song ever. Though not a word of it could I relate, the meaning was quite clear.
Before "The Dragonborne Comes", with Sabina Zweiacker, there was Helene Bøksle singing the very epic "Ere the World Crumbles". The AoC OST album is still one of my favourite game soundtracks.
OMG! I fear I've been one ignorant Arizona girl! It seems there's more to the world than I could ever imagine. Amazing... Who ever thought that a little place like Norway could have so much talent!
This performance never fails to give me goose-bumps. Helene B. is right there with the great female vocalists of our time. I've been playing AoC since it's launch in 2008 and I still love to go to Connals Valley now and again to slap around the Vanir and listen to the most inspiring battle hymn ever!!
One of my all time favourite pieces of music and vocals. Discovered in my 1st mmo and now here as a live performance. Whilst I agree the breakdancers weren't necessary,I'm still moved to tears by the power and magnificence of this music!
I love this song so much. They perfectly captured the picture of men marching off to war, while the women remain behind and sing for their men. The language and her voice are just perfect against the deep, somber melody. So good.
I am from India. I am unable to understand a single word of this song but love the music of this song at extreme level.Voice of the Singer is really magical. God bless you Helene Boksle🙏🏻
'Ere the world 'Ere the world falls nor ever shall men each other spare And the field by the warlike Vanir was trodden Shields are sundered Drains the life-force of doomed men (Vanir, were a race of people in Norse mythology (Frey, Freyja), just like the more famous Æsir (Thor, Odin). They also exist in the world of Conan, where it is hinted they will become the inspiration for the Gods of the Nordic people.)
as a fellow composer - this music has such an inspiration, tribal sounding melody - like a chant, beautiful wind chimes, drums, the strings have a slight Arabic sound to them, I give the creators of this music my utmost respect. powerful music.
She is amazing. Amazing. she just takes you to another era, another time, another land....sadly, the dancers brings you forward (fast-forwart I´d say) to the 80´s with their break dance.. Thanks for posting
wow, thanks for sending me this, it was awesome and then some, what a pretty woman, and super cool dancers,they were spinning on there heads,that cant be an easy thing,peace and luv,,
This is why the game will be remembered! not because of the game, but because the MUSIC! BEAUTIFUL! chills from my back to you Helene!....btw jeg er norsk! og er stolt!
Its this song that always brings me back to Age of Conan..when you walk into Connals Valley this song just about takes your breath away when you walk in the game world
The lyrics are from the ancient Norse poem "Voluspa" or "The Prophecy of the Seeress" as it is called in English, from the Elder Edda. Elder Edda is the oldest and most important source of Norse mythology
if you watch the upper left of the screen you'll see what appears to BE a screen with what looks like scenes FROM the AoC game...which is what SHOULD HAVE been her "accompanyment" the whole time...LOVE this song! She's absolutely amazing!!
***** This was so fucking long ago... i can guarantee you i would have never commented on any of your bullshit had you not trolled me back you. You fucking nothing.
Una voz espectacular el juego age of Conan tiene mucho mas valor por esta banda sonora. Helene Boksle peaso de cantante y muy guapa además. Impresionante, como un ángel. Gracias Helene from Marbella (Spain). Y viva Noruega y la madre que te parió.
To you who are wondering what she sings. It is written in Edda. The poem texts from norse mythology. When Odin went to an oracle to see the future she told him about the beginning and the end of the world. This is a part of it.
It might have something to do with the fact that all she ever says is "AAAAAAAHHHHHHhhhhhhhhhhhh" or "AAAAAAaaaaaaaaAAAaaHHHHHH" Oh yea lets not forget the iconic "aaaaaaAAAAAAAaaaahhhhhhhhhHHHHHHH" When all you're singing is one word it's kind of easy to sound good.
I still listen to the soundtrack and this is definitely one of my favorite songs. While everyone was playing WoW in 2008 I played this legend of a game with two other friends till the end game. 10 years later I played through the main story again with my brother. Really wish Funcom would remake this one instead of Dune.
That's funny Ivan, I discovered Helene from AoC myself. I love this ladies voice. I got killed a few times in AoC cause I got so distracted listening to the sound track. I had to find out who was the singer. It turns it was Helene Boksle. Love Ya Helene.
The feeling of entering Conall's valley for the first time and hearing this godess over my speakers is my favorite game moment :)
Best music for a game ever. I would love to feel that moment again 😢
It definitely blew me away. Amazing game.
ikr
thats one of the greatest scores ever made... and her voice... directly from valhalla
I agree, Fantastic song and voice.
Well put. Hymn of a Valkyrie.
This is still stunning
I never played the game, but as a Conan the Barbarian fan I had to get the CD back then. Great soundtrack
This song is the reason I played Age of Conan. I would let it sit on the load screen repeating the song over and over before I actually played the game. Now that I have seen her and heard her voice live I am stunned at the accuracy, a tear rolled down my face for the first time in many years. All I can say is Thanks for a wonderful song coming from a Magical & Wonderful voice of Helene Bøksle
I remember the very first time I ever stepped into Cimmeria. This song started playing - I was gobsmacked and completely taken aback.
The song, and her performance of it, sends chills down my spine no matter how many times I hear it, and it makes that zone in the game come alive with atmosphere when combined with the stunning visuals.
It's great to be able to see her performing it live (and utterly flawlessly at that) here - many thanks Knugo.
What an absolute pleasure.
Yep...years after I started playing Age of Conan, I would take a lvl80 into the epic mob area in the back of Connals Valley just to listen to this.
@@cswann8 haha same here 😁
Even if the old Vistrix once again dismantled the noob raid with a single breath of fire - the music was great......^^
loves her voicei cried when i played AOC for the first time....what a wonderful soundtrack.....one of the greatest
it gives me chills.... helene is one of the best singers i have ever heard in my entire life.! i think it's because of this tranquillity of hers, this eerie calmness of her face , that lies always in her aura, no matter how hard the song she is singing is, no matter if thousands of people are watching her, no matter if the song she is singing is powerful and full of emotion.. she stands there always in this unspoken calmness, this divine veil. ... am i crazy? no! she really does that!
Yes, she does! She also gives me the chills. I understand why people have said that she has the voice of Angels! Truly hauntingly beautiful!!
She looks and sounds like a goddess.
A strong contender for my favourite song ever. Though not a word of it could I relate, the meaning was quite clear.
Before "The Dragonborne Comes", with Sabina Zweiacker, there was Helene Bøksle singing the very epic "Ere the World Crumbles". The AoC OST album is still one of my favourite game soundtracks.
That is without question the most beautiful voice I have ever heard. The world needs to recognize such talent.
OMG! I fear I've been one ignorant Arizona girl! It seems there's more to the world than I could ever imagine. Amazing... Who ever thought that a little place like Norway could have so much talent!
Plus many more: Aha, Angelina Jordan, Sigrid, Kygo, Aurora +++++++++
As stunning now, as when I first heard it. Helene is very wonderful soul and an amazing singer.
AOG, I enjoyed that game. Still play it from time to time, casually. No words can describe OST of the game.
I'm replaying from the very beginning no shortcuts if you wanna replay it:)
Straight up, easily one of the most unmistakble songs ive ever heard, i will remember it for the rest of my life
I can feel shivers on my back listening to this. Superb voice.
This performance never fails to give me goose-bumps. Helene B. is right there with the great female vocalists of our time.
I've been playing AoC since it's launch in 2008 and I still love to go to Connals Valley now and again to slap around the Vanir and listen to the most inspiring battle hymn ever!!
Helene has an exceptionally clear sweet voice that deserves a place on global stage/s.
One of my all time favourite pieces of music and vocals. Discovered in my 1st mmo and now here as a live performance. Whilst I agree the breakdancers weren't necessary,I'm still moved to tears by the power and magnificence of this music!
I agree, the dancers riun the performance. She is absolutelly great. A unique voice. Thanks for posting
En oerhört vacker sång som får mig att tänka på hur mycket jag älskar mina nordiska bröder och systrar.
AOC stills my fav mmorpg since 2008, thank you Funcom *.*, Best OST from far.
I love this song so much. They perfectly captured the picture of men marching off to war, while the women remain behind and sing for their men. The language and her voice are just perfect against the deep, somber melody. So good.
i remember when i reached Conalls Valley the first time after Tortage and heard this over the sounds of combat.. Was epic
I get the chills when I listen to her. She has an amazing voice!
I am from India. I am unable to understand a single word of this song but love the music of this song at extreme level.Voice of the Singer is really magical. God bless you Helene Boksle🙏🏻
im from canada, i have no idea what she is saying, but holy shit i love to listen to it
'Ere the world
'Ere the world falls
nor ever shall men each other spare
And the field by the warlike Vanir was trodden
Shields are sundered
Drains the life-force of doomed men
(Vanir, were a race of people in Norse mythology (Frey, Freyja), just like the more famous Æsir (Thor, Odin). They also exist in the world of Conan, where it is hinted they will become the inspiration for the Gods of the Nordic people.)
Love Conan and everything to do with it!!
This was a proud feeling moment for the fans.
she sang this wow.. never knew best discovery of the week !
Absolutely incredible. Makes the hair stand up on the back of my neck.
Dude...shave
welch eine stimme!...habe diesen song schon oft gehört! aber hätte nie gedacht das dieses gesicht dahinter steckt!....
wunderschön!
A magnificent statement. I'm glad this clip is out there.
Best Song in AoC !
Uwe Lücke yeah, running in hyboria with this song. makes u wanna dropkick the pc :)
All songs are best in AOC IMO :D
Such powerful music. I love it. Some of the best my ears have ever heard.
MY GOODNESS; i could´ve started crying, laughing, dancing at once when hearing this!
It´s just like from inside my heart. So wonderful
as a fellow composer - this music has such an inspiration, tribal sounding melody - like a chant, beautiful wind chimes, drums, the strings have a slight Arabic sound to them, I give the creators of this music my utmost respect. powerful music.
Blessed am I to have lived to see and hear this music.
Played it from day 1 all the way to F2P... oh the memories.. And this song touches my soul although im Russian and dont understand a word... Amazing
I Love this voice
Fantastic. Age Of Conan is even better with this great music. Bravo, Norway.
I'm so happy I found this. She's really awesome!
Ovakav glas već dugo nisam čuo... vrhunska pjesma. Čestitke.
+mario marinović Pa Mate Bulić, Skoro, Jelena Rozga majke mi
+Cdog hahahahhahaha umirem!!!
Sounds like a angel and looks like one.
She is amazing. Amazing. she just takes you to another era, another time, another land....sadly, the dancers brings you forward (fast-forwart I´d say) to the 80´s with their break dance.. Thanks for posting
wow, thanks for sending me this, it was awesome and then some, what a pretty woman, and super cool dancers,they were spinning on there heads,that cant be an easy thing,peace and luv,,
Helene Bøksle er helt ubeskrivelig magisk her... Helt fantastisk oppvisning.
....EXCELLENT....what a great voice!
Simply: AWESOME!
I adore this song so much. Her voice is so angelic.
I am really glad I got the chance to see her live performing this song (and more), tho it was not in this studio!! :) Very powerful
omg what amazing voice is this !!!!!!!! it's just great voice
This is why the game will be remembered! not because of the game, but because the MUSIC! BEAUTIFUL! chills from my back to you Helene!....btw jeg er norsk! og er stolt!
Here voice and the beauty about it almost makes me wanna cry!
WOW,,, she sings great, vocals and everything!
For those who wonder, she's singing in old norse.
Love this song, it's the best from the sound track, gives me goodbumps
Her voice gives me chills. I would love to work with her in the studio. Such talent!
Oh im getting Age Of Conan feelings, i played that for 8 years.
Maybe its time to dust of my Brute Conqueror and see who will obey me once again
Crush your enemies, see them driven before you and hear the lamentation of the women.
this lady has one hell of a voice on her!
wow Helene Bøksle, u did it once more. U are so lovely and great.
I wish I could like this a 1000 times
Its this song that always brings me back to Age of Conan..when you walk into Connals Valley this song just about takes your breath away when you walk in the game world
The lyrics are from the ancient Norse poem "Voluspa" or "The Prophecy of the Seeress" as it is called in English, from the Elder Edda. Elder Edda is the oldest and most important source of Norse mythology
if you watch the upper left of the screen you'll see what appears to BE a screen with what looks like scenes FROM the AoC game...which is what SHOULD HAVE been her "accompanyment" the whole time...LOVE this song! She's absolutely amazing!!
Powerfull... Ancient... Majestic !
A music worth of Conan... for an age of High Adventure !
Watching this makes me a bit proud to be Norwegian :D Lovely voice!!!
one of the greatest game-OSTs ever made.
Thank you for this!
wow you feel like a viking going to battle with this love listening to this in the gym
I havent smoked in years but some days I wish I could :)
***** This was so fucking long ago... i can guarantee you i would have never commented on any of your bullshit had you not trolled me back you. You fucking nothing.
24.01 2009 - 10 years before this music takes my mind on the fiords and i stay with loyalty aweiting from the "echo" of anciant gods... "Takk"
Im back playing aand i must say im having a tonne of fun on this game. Beautifull song for a beautifull game
This will put a grown man in tears i play the game and its the most beautiful voice ever
Pure Epic.
This is amazing!!!
Unglaublich! Ich hatte Tränen in den Augen! !
Listen to the song many time first time seeing the video, LOVE IT.
+Eric Tighe You played Aoc?
+Knugo yes but not for years, still listen to the soundtrack though.
+Eric Tighe and a fine soundtrack it is
The voice of an angel!
Its great, i love it.
Amazing.
incredible voice.. incredible!!
This song in particularly got me addicted to AoC. She is an enchantress
What a Voice! What a song! Fantastic!
Chills!
OMG! I love it!
Una voz espectacular el juego age of Conan tiene mucho mas valor por esta banda sonora. Helene Boksle peaso de cantante y muy guapa además. Impresionante, como un ángel. Gracias Helene from Marbella (Spain). Y viva Noruega y la madre que te parió.
Thank you for your answer!
To you who are wondering what she sings. It is written in Edda. The poem texts from norse mythology. When Odin went to an oracle to see the future she told him about the beginning and the end of the world. This is a part of it.
She's beautiful.... Like the music.
Yeah it's great and i hope to see more frequent patches now when the team is back from summer!
I Think im in love
Simply amazing!
I have no clue.. but I still love the music.. and that song keeps giving me goosebumps
Så utrolig vakkert og norsk. Fantastisk!
islandsk faktisk.
lars vegard vesterhagen Bundli Norrønt.
WHAT THE FUCK IS WRONG WITH HER GODLY VOICE. THIS SHIT CANNOT BE REAL. DIVINE!!!!
PERFECTION!!!
It might have something to do with the fact that all she ever says is "AAAAAAAHHHHHHhhhhhhhhhhhh"
or "AAAAAAaaaaaaaaAAAaaHHHHHH"
Oh yea lets not forget the iconic "aaaaaaAAAAAAAaaaahhhhhhhhhHHHHHHH"
When all you're singing is one word it's kind of easy to sound good.
Did you listen for like 30 seconds?
Yes.
Your point.
Lyrics:
Athr veröld
Athr veröld steypisk
mun engi mathr öthrum thyrna
Knáttu vanir vígspá völlu sporna
Skildir ro klofnir
fyllisk fjörvi feigra manna
Amel Veladzic --- the dumbest fuck on TH-cam, and that's really saying something!
I still listen to the soundtrack and this is definitely one of my favorite songs.
While everyone was playing WoW in 2008 I played this legend of a game with two other friends till the end game.
10 years later I played through the main story again with my brother.
Really wish Funcom would remake this one instead of Dune.
Such a beatiful voice D;
Holly damn, her voice is unbelievable!
She is amazing
great song, made for a great game
I've just seen an angel. I love this soundtrack.
That's funny Ivan, I discovered Helene from AoC myself. I love this ladies voice. I got killed a few times in AoC cause I got so distracted listening to the sound track. I had to find out who was the singer. It turns it was Helene Boksle. Love Ya Helene.
Amazing Voice.
Im proud owned of Age of Conan - Collectors Edition with this unique soundtrack and its really cool :)
So good!
She's angelic