anno 19941994 proved to be a year of mixed events; positive things of course includes the recording of the debut album "Naer Solen Gar Nider For Evogher" which was recorded in May, once again with Dan Swanö at the helm. The album can be described as a mix of death and black metal and is a furious assault of hatred and darkness interwoven with beautiful acoustic guitar parts.
Two of the songs were translated into ancient Swedish by Shamaatae from the Swedish act ARCKANUM, which gave the album a very special atmosphere. Another breakthrough for DAWN this year was when Dutch label DISPLEASED RECORDS contacted NECROPOLIS for a licensing deal, thereby ensuring delivery of DAWN's evil music to the metal masses also in Europe.
Upon release of the album, DAWN held a release party where DARK FUNERAL opened up for the main attraction of the event, DAWN themselves.
Unfortunately, DAWN also suffered a major setback in 1994. Main songwriter and guitarist Fredrik Söderberg hurt his hand severely in an accident at the butchery where he worked at the time. Fredrik had to undergo extensive surgery and was unable to play guitar for more than a year. The band was put on hold during this time, waiting for the recovery of its founder and main member. |
