Country of origin: Latvia Location: Riga Status: Active Formed in: 1995 Genre: Pagan/Folk Black Metal Themes: Historical battles, Latvian history, Mythology Current label: Thunderforge Records Years active: 1991-1995 (as Grindmaster Dead), 1995-present Despite accusations of being politically influenced, Skyforger is merely devoted to the ancient history and Pagan mythology of its home country, without any visible signs of political leaning. The band has removed the Latvian thunder cross from its logo because of repeated misunderstandings. In 2003 Skyforger released an all-folk album, "Zobena Dziesma" ("Sword Song"), in cooperation with the Latvian Culture Capital foundation, sponsored by the government. After the release of their successful third album "Pērkoņkalve" ("Thunderforge"), the band was nominated in various rock music categories for the Latvian Music Awards 2004 and the band performed live at the award-ceremony. In 2011 their album "Kurbads" received the Latvian Music Award in the category "Best Rock Album". English translations of the lyrics from all albums can be downloaded at their homepage. Linda Bēce, Viesturs Grīnbergs and Konstantīns Švedovs were never members of Skyforger. Linda and Konstantīns only played with Grindmaster Dead. Linda did play the flute on "Semigalls' Warchant", but only as a guest. Skyforger是立陶宛民谣金属乐队，成立于1995年。